My apologies for missing last week’s paper. Early deadlines and I don’t do well. I am trying. I needed to have my copy in a few days prior. I totally left my lovely editor’s replacement hanging. I can’t tell you the number of folks who noticed my absence. At least ten reached out on Tuesday.
I am very loyal to Lycoming Creek. It is where I do 94% of my fishing. There is no need to travel when you routinely catch fish. Backyard kids. I have successfully navigated its entire length. From her headwaters above Ralston to the mighty Susquehanna. Bodines to Camp Susque. The old airport and Powys. Haleeka
I had the chance to see some action. I will try to get to at least one game each spring. The Backyard Brawl provides the opportunity. I can watch all of my friends. I have tons of relationships with all four teams. Jensen played with many of these kids growing up. I am cool with
Rose Valley Lake continues to be a hot topic. I have entertained several rumors. They need to make some repairs. We have chatted back and forth for the past 3 years. Many new conversations of late. It looks like they will need to drain the entire lake. It takes time to secure the funds. Many
Quarterback Joe Fagnano continues to amaze. The local Williamsport Area product is amazing. Fagnano did not get picked in the 2026 NFL Draft. But Joe recently landed a free-agent job with the Baltimore Ravens. The terms of the deal are still in the air. Various reports said he agreed to three years. Incredible. Fagnano is
I decided to shave. It was a valiant effort. Call it another midlife crisis. I was going for the Robert Redford. Trying to portray what he looked like in Jeremiah Johnson. Scruffy and rugged. I was seriously thinking about joining the bearded brethren. Needing to simplify. Get back to basics. Eliminate the stresses and electronic
