GROB Systems, Inc., located in Bluffton, Ohio, is pleased to announce that they have been awarded $7.9 million in funding from the State of Ohio for an upcoming expansion.  GROB Systems, a builder of machine tool equipment, is a subsidiary of GROB-WERKE GmbH & Co. KG located in Mindelheim, Germany.  GROB engineers and manufactures custom made equipment for high volume production for automotive, motorcycle, tractor and truck manufacturers.  GROB produces such equipment as machining centers, assembly lines, robots and automation.

by Austin Arnold    This semester, an exciting new course at Ohio Northern University is being offered for the first time that very well might change the way at how we look at drug medications in the near future, by observing our own genetic makeup.

by Kathryn Tschuor   The Village of Bluffton’s Town Council held a special meeting on the night of January 30, 2012. At this special meeting, Council discussed two ordinances and one resolution. The newest council member was also sworn in. Council President Dennis Gallant announced that after going through the interview process with all of the candidates they decided to appoint Everett Collier to fill the vacant council seat. An official motion was made and seconded to appoint Collier. The council members unanimously approved the decision and Collier was invited to stand up and be sworn in.

by Austin Arnold   Bluffton’s latest business is opening up in a familiar spot, but the items on the shelves will be much different than years past as the products sold there will now be wearable. Rachel Webster of Bluffton has opened Ideal Images, which will feature both custom and retail sporting and company apparel at 114 East College Avenue.