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6 days ago | news-banner.com | Spencer Sumwalt

Today’s news: Wells County Jail ministry continues to provide care for inmates; Good Friday Service; Local News Roundup; and more If you are having difficulty with the e-edition below, Click (touch) here to open as a PDF…. You must be a member to access this content. Already a member? Log in here

6 days ago | news-banner.com | Spencer Sumwalt

Mankind seldom wants to admit that they are wrong, less than perfect, or in need of saving. Consequences are great — for the other guy. Not me. The Bible says that because God created us, He has the ultimate authority to set moral and behavioral standards by which we are expected to live. When Adam…You must be a member to access this content. Already a member? Log in here

6 days ago | news-banner.com | Spencer Sumwalt

Tigers softball  takes tough 2-0 loss at Garrett Garrett scored two runs in the fifth inning Friday to defeat Bluffton, 2-0, in a non-conference girls softball game at Garrett. The Tigers were held to just five hits. Madyson Sonningsen singled twice and also went the distance on the mound, allowing two runs on three hits…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels

6 days ago | news-banner.com | Spencer Sumwalt

Dive into summer fun with Bluffton’s 2025 recreation events! Our crew has been hard at work for the last few months organizing an unforgettable summer filled with activities for all ages. Whether you’re looking to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, attend a concert or make lasting memories with family and friends, the Bluffton Parks and… Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels

1 week ago | news-banner.com | Spencer Sumwalt

Shirley Ann (Geels) Mitchell, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully at Stillwater Hospice on April 10, 2025 surrounded by her family. Shirley was born Sept. 22, 1940, to Lawrence and Gertrude (Baker) Geels in Bluffton.  Shirley was a devoted mother that enjoyed spending time with family and friends, working in her flower garden, feeding her birds and taking care of her cat, Sassy.