On The Beat in Bluffton

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Southern Wells Raiders: Final Shots

The last five videos from Friday's nights game. Southern Wells 41 Knightstown 14.

Go Raiders!

Southern Wells beat Knightstown

News-Banner Sports Editor Paul Beitler and Managing Editor Glen Werling were in Knightstown, Friday, to watch the Raiders win 41-14 and advance to semi-state where they will face-off against Lafayette Central Catholic School.

Check out some choice video...

Friday, November 13, 2009

YOUNG PILOT IS LIBRARY ESSAY WINNER

Nick Huffman’s essay describing his efforts to complete his pilot’s license training made him the winner of the One Book, One County Essay Contest at the Wells County Public Library. A student at Bluffton High School, Huffman received $400 from the Friends of the Library and community donations to work toward his goal of getting his solo pilot license. The contest required students to explain their science or math-related goals and how they related to the One Book, One County reading program selection, Rocket Boys by Homer Hickam. In Huffman’s essay, he wrote the excitement of his first flight and the hours he has spent in flight training at Miller Airport. He currently has 13 hours on his IFR sheet and the essay winnings should bring him very close to achieving his license. Presenting Huffman with his award is Teresa Dustman, head of circulation at the Wells County Public Library. (photo provided)

Southern Wells Middle School Veteran's Day

On Veteran’s Day, students at Southern Wells Elementary honored veterans by having a special program. The morning program began with a few words from Mr. Brett Garrett. Jackson Bartlett led students and facility in the Pledge of Allegiance. That was followed by some patriotic readings by 6th grade students, Alexis Collins, Sydnee Jones and Jackson Bartlett. In-Harmony, 5th and 6th grade choir, took the stage to sing the Star-Spangled Banner and America, of Thee I Sing. At the conclusion of the program, a veteran’s video was shown to the assembly. SWES would like to thank all veterans in the area for their service and for those men and women currently serving all over the world.

Chili Cook-off today

The 6th annual Franklin Electric Chili Cook-Off was today. Kirk Nevins, Scott Trumble and Bluffton Fire Chief Bob Plummer judged more than two dozen entries. Homemade chili and homemade soup were in abundance...as were the bottles of water.