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Built on Hard Work: Berne Apparel Named March Member of the Month

March 18, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recently surprised the leadership team and staff of Berne Apparel during a Tuesday morning safety meeting with the honor of being named the March Member of the Month. President and CEO John Nussbaum, Director of Operations Brian Randol, and their team were recognized for their longstanding commitment to…

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A photo of a large group of people standing in front of The Resilient House cutting a ribbon. The group includes Andy Yergler (the owner) with friends and family, members of the Chamber, Chamber Ambassadors, and other community members.

A Place for Second Chances: The Resilient House Celebrates Ribbon Cutting

March 17, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce recently joined community members, supporters, and volunteers to celebrate a ribbon-cutting for The Resilient House, a new recovery residence dedicated to helping men rebuild their lives after incarceration and addiction. Located at 310 W. Central Avenue in Bluffton, the home represents a vision of restoration, accountability, and community support.…

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A large group of people cutting a ribbon consisting of the business owners, family, and friends of Progeny Dojo; in addition to members of the Wells County Chamber of Commerce and Chamber Ambassadors.

Ribbon Cut, Confidence Built: Progeny Martial Arts Launches in Ossian

March 5, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce, alongside its ambassadors, proudly hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Progeny Martial Arts in Ossian. The event marked more than the launch of a new business – it represented the culmination of decades of training, mentorship, and vision now firmly rooted in Wells County. ProgenyDojo Martial Arts…

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A photo showcasing hundreds of jars of peanut butter in front of the Lutheran Health Network logo in the lobby of a hospital.

Lutheran Health Network Collecting Peanut Butter to Fight Hunger

March 5, 2026

Courtesy of Lutheran Health Network By Jenna Huff   Fort Wayne, IN – [2/25/2026] Lutheran Health Network is working to fight hunger in the community by collecting peanut butter to donate to six area food banks. The fourth annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive starts March 2nd, 2026 and continues through March 30th, 2026.…

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A group photo consisting of employees of Sprunger & Sprunger, the Wells County Chamber, Chamber Ambassadors. They are holding up a sign reading, "Wells County Chamber of Commerce, Featured Member of the Month."

February Member of the Month: Sprunger & Sprunger, Attorneys at Law

February 17, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recently had the pleasure of surprising Cory and Allison Sprunger and their staff of Sprunger & Sprunger, Attorneys at Law, with the honor of being named February Member of the Month-a recognition that reflects both professional excellence and a deep commitment to the communities they serve. What began…

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BT Pro Solutions Acquires ZoomQ to Advance Student Safety and Efficiency in School Dismissal Systems

February 13, 2026

Courtesy of BT Pro Solutions By Brad DiCarlo   Fort Wayne, IN – [1/28/2026] – BT Pro Solutions, a leading technology consulting and product development firm, is pleased to announce the acquisition of ZoomQ, an innovative, secure and easy-to-use school dismissal platform. ZoomQ makes student pickup safer, faster, and easier. Using a mobile app and advanced geolocation,…

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A photo containing all of the 25+ year Lutheran Health Network employees currently working at Bluffton Regional Medical Center.

Bluffton Regional Medical Center Celebrates 25 Years of Caring for Neighbors, Close to Home

January 30, 2026

Courtesy of Lutheran Health Network By Jenna Huff   Bluffton, IN – [1/29/2026] On Sunday, February 1st, Lutheran Health Network celebrates the 25th anniversary of Bluffton Regional Medical Center. In 2001, Bluffton Regional Medical Center restated a simple promise: to ensure that the families of Wells County and surrounding areas never need to choose between…

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A photograph of the ribbon cutting for Carnall Law Office. Pictured in the photo holding the scissors is Andy Carnall, alongside members of the Wells County Chamber of Commerce.

Celebrating a Legal Legacy: Ribbon Cutting for Carnall Law Office

January 22, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its first ribbon cutting of 2026 to celebrate the reopening of the Carnall Law Office, marking the return of a longstanding and respected legal practice to downtown Bluffton. Chamber board members, ambassadors, along with family and friends, gathered to commemorate the occasion and to welcome the business…

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A photo of the staff with BIGJAWS Youth for Christ, holding up a sign with the Wells County Chamber logo that says "Featured Member of the Month."

Chamber Honors BIGJAWS YFC as January 2026 Member of the Month

January 13, 2026

The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff and Ambassadors recently surprised BIGJAWS Youth for Christ (YFC) with the January Member of the Month recognition, honoring the organization for its continued commitment to serving youth and strengthening communities across the region. The recognition was presented in front of the BIGJAWS YFC team, providing an opportunity to…

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An image of the BT Pro Solutions logo alongside the Spokane Computer logo.

BT Pro Solutions Acquires Spokane Computer, Accelerating Innovation in the Truck Equipment Industry

January 8, 2026

Courtesy of BT Pro Solutions By Brad DiCarlo   Fort Wayne, IN – [1/1/2026] BT Pro Solutions, a leading technology consulting and product development firm, is excited to announce the acquisition of Spokane Computer assets as a strategic investment in the Truck Equipment industry. Spokane Computer is nationally recognized as the industry’s trusted provider of comprehensive…

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A picture of Roger Thornton surprised and happy about being honored as the Wells County Chamber's 2026 Citizen of the Year.

Roger Thornton Honored as Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Citizen of the Year

January 6, 2026

Courtesy of The News-Banner By Holly Gaskill   Roger Thornton planned to spend his Wednesday afternoon like he does many days: talking to people, learning where he could be of service. On this particular occasion, he was headed into Bluffton City Hall for a chat with Mayor Scott Mentzer and Bluffton Parks Department Superintendent Brandy…

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AAM employees standing together to celebrate winning Wells County Chamber's Business of the Year for 2026.

AAM is Wells County Chamber’s 2026 Business of the Year

January 6, 2026

Courtesy of The News-Banner By Holly Gaskill   Surprises aren’t typically welcomed in manufacturing, but Tuesday’s announcement at American Axle & Manufacturing was certainly an exception. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce, with a group of chamber ambassadors in tow, popped into a daily meeting Tuesday to honor AAM as the 2026 Business of the…

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