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I know, I know. Not Jimmy. Don’t worry, he’ll be back next week. Honestly, I’m not even 100% sure where he is. Sometimes he’s harder to keep track of than the elves I bring from the North Pole for the Christmas Coloring Contest. He left this morning mumbling something about scoring bucks and possibly going
The stage of the Community Arts Center will be again be alive with the sounds of the Uptown Music Collective as they take the stage to perform a show called “Music That Made the Movies: Soundtracks That Rock.” On Saturday, January 25. This electrifying show, presented by UPMC and chosen through the UMC’s annual People’s
Days after Penn State’s hopes for a national championship were dashed by a series of questionable play calls and lack of execution, the topic of conversation at a church social gathering was predictable. While second-guessing is nearly 100% accurate, the Nittany Lion fans present never-the-less vented their feelings and disappointment over Notre Dame’s 27-24 win
I’m sure it’s no secret that me, my wife, and several of my buddies love to spend time on the ice during the winter months. Over the last few years, safe ice has been hard to come by, but fortunately, we were able to get on the ice several days at the end of December.
Much love, folks. I trust this New Year is off to a great start. My heart goes out to those in Southern California. I have touched base with my parents concerning the fires. They reside in West Hollywood. All is well for them, but they know many who were impacted. My father has sent me
There are good days and not such good days to head to the woods to do some habitat work. The past few days, with temperatures below zero and wind chill temperatures well below zero, were not good days! But as things warm up a bit and we return to more comfortable conditions; it will be
As much as our modern society has precautions and systems to prevent fires, they still happen, even in the wealthiest of areas. This is evidenced by the massive wildfires in California, specifically in the Los Angeles area, where over 180,000 people (the population of Lycoming, Clinton, Sullivan, and Union counties combined!) had been evacuated from
In 2021, Pantone’s color of the year was “Very Peri,” a vibrant periwinkle with violent undertones, which was quite cute and unoffensive. For 2022, they switched things up and offered two shades, “Ultimate Gray” with “Highlighter Yellow,” and those were harsh days indeed. Then, 2023 saw “Viva Magenta,” which set lipstick and nail polish choices
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 Aries, you feel loved and appreciated this week and you would like to share those feelings with others by being supportive of their needs. Focus your attention on a close friend. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, even if you do not have anything in common with someone, you can
During cold and flu season, it can be challenging to differentiate illnesses like the common cold, flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus. Each show distinct symptoms, modes of transmission, and treatment approaches. Knowing what you’re dealing with can help you make informed decisions about care and prevention. The Common Cold Symptoms: Runny or
It’s time to go back to the drawing board, or painting easel if you prefer. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced its 2026 Working Together for Wildlife Art Contest, with entries due by May 2, 2025. The 2026 featured species is the barn owl. One or more barn owls can be featured in an original
There were some specific topics I planned on covering prior to January 20th that I’m just not going to get to this week. I can’t even imagine how any president coming into office would begin fixing the problems facing our Nation based on the events that have unfolded after the November election. Based on my
Hey there, Pennsylvania drivers! When it comes to staying safe on the road, it’s always a good idea to be prepared for the unexpected. That’s where the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) comes in with a fantastic service that lets you easily update your emergency contact information. Trust me, this small step can make a
Since 1962, the Harlem Wizards have entertained and delighted audiences across the country while raising money for worthy causes. The Wizards will return to Williamsport on Thursday, January 23, at the Williamsport High School basketball court, affectionately known as the “Magic Dome.” This event will help raise funds for the Williamsport Area School District Education
Believe it or not, the hunting season is not over yet; several species of small game can still be hunted. Squirrels, pheasants, and rabbits are still in season until the 28th of February, although pheasant hunting is pretty much limited to those areas that the Pennsylvania State Game Commission stocks. Like a lot of hunters,
The Nittany Lions reached the College Football Playoffs. They won two games and made it to the semifinals. Unfortunately, costly plays down the stretch led to their demise, and they were defeated by Notre Dame 27-24 in the Orange Bowl. Penn State’s season is over. They were one game short of a national championship appearance.
The final day of the statewide flintlock season is behind us, signaling no more deer hunting until this coming fall. Hopefully, you found success and are now wondering about the best way to prepare venison for a family meal. To start with, the best assurance of a tasty meal is a well-placed shot, proper field
For the past year, the weekly Lycoming County Commissioner Meeting on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. is often as exciting as watching paint dry. In the past decade that I have been attending these meetings; many meetings were so wild they would have made a great rodeo show. However, these three commissioners, who are quite different
I’ve been jokingly advocating for human hibernation during the month of January for several years now, and the weather the past few weeks proves my point. With holiday hubbub in the rearview and the icy roads ahead as we return to whatever normal looks like in 2025, carving out time to hunker down, sleep, and
Winter weather brings more than just picturesque snowfalls and cozy evenings by the fire. It also ushers in challenging driving conditions that can increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents. The consequences of wintertime crashes are seen firsthand in emergency departments. While the weather cannot be controlled, steps can be taken to stay safe on
The seventh annual Days of Remembrance essay contest for students in grades 7 to 12 is now available. Students must write an essay in response to the following prompt: In Germany and Europe during the 1930s and 1940s, members of many institutions and organizations (churches, military, sports groups, semi- official groups like the Hitler Youth,
As the New Year is here, many of us set resolutions aimed at improving our physical health or breaking old habits. But one resolution that’s often overlooked is focusing on brain health. Just as we exercise our bodies to stay in shape, it’s important to exercise our minds. This year, why not make brain health
In the waning moments of a game whose eventual outcome had been determined, the smallest player on the team received a pass on the right wing and eyed the hoop, ready to shoot. Just as the ball was released, the referee’s whistle blew. A foul was called, and the shooter stepped to the foul line,
I’m going to begin my first column of the year with my thoughts and prayers not only for those victimized by terror in New Orleans but for all dealing with the senseless violence seen across our Nation. This is a problem that will need all of us to come together to prevent future tragedies. We
Prepare for liftoff! In response to the growing need for quality early childhood education for all children ages three to five in our community, Starting Point Preschool will be launching this month. It opened its doors this past Monday in Williamsport. According to a news release from BLaST, under whose auspices the new preschool will
The recent news of the death of former President Jimmy Carter at the ripe old age of 100 recalls memories of his April 24, 1976, campaign visit to Williamsport, specifically, Brandon Park. Carter was locked in a highly competitive race for the Democratic Party’s 1976 Presidential nomination against Congressman Morris Udall, Washington Senator Henry Jackson,
I generally attend the weekly Lycoming County Commissioners Meeting and sit in the back with my other local press colleagues. I truly appreciate how objectively honest these journalists are. Their columns are straight up and accurate. It seems like a lifetime ago when newspapers simply told what happened, and the editorial page would be the
Winter can be a difficult season to experiment with trends. It’s cold, a wet mess outside, and a dry, over-heated mess inside, far from the idle time to bust out the latest cropped sweater, high-waisted culotte fad with pointed-toed heeled boots, or a lace-trimmed, boho maxi dress with slim sneakers. We’re coming off the holiday
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, apparently, San Francisco 49ers’ linebacker De’Vondre Campbell was devoid of the spirit of the season. During the third quarter of his team’s game against the rival Los Angeles Rams on December 12, Campbell refused to take the field and enter the game, thus committing the cardinal sin of
Robert Eggers’s new Nosferatu might have been a masterpiece if it weren’t quite so long. Or so gross. Or so sexually explicit. That’s three strikes, I guess. And in terms of being “out,” I came perilously close to exiting the theater after one horrific scene with a harmless, hapless (and eventually headless) pigeon. Why must
Over the years, if you had asked just about anybody in the country what our national symbol was, the response most likely would have been the bald eagle. The eagle, after all, has been used as our national symbol since 1782, appearing on the Great Seal and being featured on official documents, coins and bills,
I was glued to my big screen the past few days. I am not the biggest college football fan, but the 2024-25 playoffs have been grand. Yes. I am rooting for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Teach is a proud alum. We have been to many games. Johnny Goodtimes is retired. He was that guy.
The final deer season throughout the state is about to wrap up. While various predator-hunting is still available, most hunters consider the hunting season “a wrap” until the state spring gobbler season sneaks up on us on May 3, 2025. “Snowbirds” will begin migrating south to bask in the warm southern sunshine, but most of
This is easily my favorite issue of the year, it’s hard not to get a emotional thinking about all the fantastic organizations that my co-workers and I get to support this week, from furbabies to actual babies to families and vets and the great outdoors! This week’s issue is just one of the many ways
“Up the chimney he rose!” Despite poor reviews and lukewarm receipts, don’t be surprised if Red One quietly climbs “to the top of the wall” as a new Christmas classic. Several weeks past, having noted its dismal rating at Rotten Tomatoes — and its slender box-office take — I decided against seeing this new action-comedy.
I was in Moscow in August 1991 with my wife and three children, and after a two-hour wait, we finally were able to get into McDonalds, which had just opened four months before, the first one in Russia. While we were enjoying our Big Macs, my oldest son, David, looked out the window and remarked
With the holiday season coming to an end and colder months ahead, cozy dressing is all I can think about. As much as I love dressing up, this time of year, there’s no denying the irresistible pull of matching knitwear and lounge sets. Consider these a more modern take on the classic shell and cardigan
