City of Bluffton Proclaims October 21 as Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce DayÂ
BLUFFTON, IN (October 22, 2026) – The City of Bluffton has officially proclaimed October 21, 2026, as Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day, recognizing the important role chambers of commerce play in strengthening businesses, building partnerships, and creating thriving communities. The proclamation was read and signed by the Mayor during a gathering in the…
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Closet Concepts Breaks Ground on New Ossian Manufacturing Facility
Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors recently joined the Closet Concepts family and staff, along with Ossian town officials, to celebrate the groundbreaking for the company’s new manufacturing facility at 1875 Baker Drive in Ossian. The new 14,000-square-foot facility marks an exciting next step in the company’s continued growth, providing much-needed space for…
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Wells County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Haley Ashman, Certified Diabetic Shoe FitterÂ
Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting with Haley Ashman, a Certified Diabetic Shoe Fitter serving clients across the region. Ashman works from her office at 101 North Main Street in Bluffton, inside Jerry Flack Investments & Insurance. From that location, Ashman provides diabetic footwear supplied by Mr. Comfort, along…
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Wells County Chamber of Commerce Names The Wright Insurance Company October Member of the Month
Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors surprised The Wright Insurance Company by naming it the October Member of the Month. The recognition honors Brandon Wright and his team for their commitment to clients, community involvement, and relationships throughout Wells County. Founded by Brandon Wright in 2016, The Wright Insurance Company has grown from…
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An Exciting Time to be a Raider: SWCS Breaks Ground on RAC
Courtesy of The Bluffton News Banner: Holly Gaskill Southern Wells schools ceremoniously broke ground on its new Raider Activity Center Tuesday, September 8th, 2026. The new facility will be located northeast of the main building, visible alongside County Road 300 West. It will serve as an additional gymnasium and all-purpose space – which had been…
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Making Strikes and Making a Difference: EZ Bowl Named September Member of the Month
Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors are proud to recognize EZ Bowl, located at 1231 South Scott Street in Bluffton, as the September Member of the Month. Owned by brothers EJ and Zac Tackett, with Natalie Tackett and Kayla Crawford serving as General Managers and Event Coordinators, EZ Bowl is more than a…
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J Dance Collective Dances Into a New Chapter with Ribbon Cutting
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated J Dance Collective with a ribbon cutting celebration at 1169 North Main Street, Suite 1 in Bluffton. New owners and instructors Jade Murray and Jordyn Shumate welcomed Chamber Ambassadors, family, friends, students, and community members to mark an exciting new chapter for the dance studio. Formerly ABC…
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Wells County Dream Center Celebrates Opening of The Well, a New Community Gathering Space
Wells County has a new destination for coffee and community. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce recently joined local leaders, churches, families, and supporters for a ribbon-cutting celebration at The Well Coffee Co., located at 112 S. Main St. in Bluffton. The coffee shop and gathering space is part of the Wells County Dream Center.…
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BHMSD Unveils Third and Final Experiential Classroom with Ribbon Cutting
Courtesy of The Bluffton News Banner: Jenna Schweikert Walking into Bluffton-Harrison Elementary School’s underwater-themed classroom on Aug. 14, the BHES preschool students let out a chorus of squeals and cheers. The third and final experiential room features a sensory and auditory wall, a shallow water feature with plastic ocean creatures, a large submarine with a…
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Wildflower Coffee Co. Blooms into the Community
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated with a ribbon-cutting for Wildflower Coffee Co., a new mobile coffee truck owned by Emma Massey. Built around a love for coffee, community, and connection, Wildflower Coffee Co. is bringing freshly brewed coffee and a welcoming smile to communities throughout the area. Wildflower Coffee Co. began with…
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Wells Community Boys & Girls Club Celebrates New STEM Room with Ribbon Cutting
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce recently joined the Wells Community Boys & Girls Club for a ribbon-cutting celebrating the opening of the Club’s new STEM Room at 1410 South Wayne Street in Bluffton. The space gives local youth hands-on opportunities to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while building creativity, problem-solving skills, coding experience,…
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A Unique Chapter: Chelsea Beer Celebrates Community and Growth – August Member of the Month
The Wells County Chamber of Commerce and its Ambassadors recently surprised Chelsea Beer and her team at Unique Blue Bar & Grill with the exciting announcement that they had been selected as the Chamber’s August Member of the Month. Located at 205 W. Market Street in Bluffton, Unique Blue was recognized for its continued investment…
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