N-B Video: Democratic chair speaks after votes come in

Wells County Democratic Chair Stacia Henderson speaks after the votes are tallied. Learn more in the Wednesday, Nov. 5, News-Banner. (Video by Dave Schultz)

N-B Video: 2014 Wells Community Boys and Girls Club Chili Cook-Off

Saturday's Chili Cook-Off at the Wells Community Boys & Girls Club left several competitors without chili as the winners were announced. Learn who won in the Monday, Nov. 3, News-Banner.

Below is a video of the competition, and a photo of Kimberly Penrod's stand, which won best decorated. (Photo and video by Jessica Williams)

N-B Slideshow: Halloween 2014

Dozens of trick-or-treaters hit the streets for Boo in Bluffton Oct. 31. (Photos by Dave Schultz, Matthew LeBlanc and Jessica Williams)

N-B Links: 'The Problem: Sugary Drinks Are a Major Contributor to the Obesity Epidemic'

At Bluffton High School, students are unable to use the soda vending machines or bring soft drinks into classrooms during school hours.

Bluffton is just one of many high schools across the country that has restrictions on soft drinks. This is due to the effort to provide a healthier environment for students by reducing the consumption of sugary beverages.

“As an educator, it is important to help our students not only learn inside the classroom but also become well-rounded adults and healthy citizens,” BHS Principal Steve Baker said.

Two out of three adults and one out of three children in the United States are overweight. According to an online article, “Sugary Drinks and Obesity Fact Sheet” from the Harvard University School of Public Health, “Rising consumption of sugary drinks is a major contributor to the obesity epidemic.”

For more on the fact sheet, click here, and check out, "You like soft drinks, but do they like you?" on Page 8 of the Wednesday, Oct. 29, News-Banner.

Annual Boo in Bluffton is Friday

We have more trick-or-treat information in the Tuesday, Oct. 28, News-Banner, but here is the list of Boo in Bluffton participants:

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N-B Video, Photos: City hosts second Block Party of the year – and a glow-in-the-dark 5K

Following the city's block party Saturday (scroll below for pictures), the Parks Department held a fun run/walk Go Greenway Glow 5K, with proceeds going to the repairs to the Rivergreenway. Here are some highlights of the go-in-the-dark event. (Video and photos by Jessica Williams)

N-B Flashback: Officials discuss Roush Park makeover in May 2013

City officials announced Friday that the grant for Roush Park's renovations have come through. Learn more in the Saturday, Oct. 25, News-Banner.

Among the original project plans, circa May 2013:

• A paved parking lot

• A splash pad

• A quiet area to the west

• Buried utilities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities At

• Renovated restrooms