
We just got through Easter weekend, and boy, was it wonderful. Busy, but lovely. Thursday and Good Friday were run, run, run. You know how it is. Get all your food menu items purchased and get ready for the Easter bunny’s arrival! Saturday, my mother-in-law hosted an Easter lunch in her beautiful new kitchen. It
READ MORETwenty-five years ago, my interactions with Rich Zalonis were common. As a football statistician at South Williamsport, our meetings occurred weekly. But despite living in the same community, our paths have seldom crossed in recent years. Thus, I was surprised when he walked into our team’s dugout prior to a recent softball game in Hazelton.
READ MOREThe one-day Youth Hunt for spring gobblers is Saturday, April 25, 2026, and the following Saturday, May 2, 2026, is the opening day of the month-long Pennsylvania statewide spring gobbler season, which runs until May 30. With less than a month to go before the season begins, the timing is perfect to spend time scouting
READ MOREThe Williamsport Music Club will be presenting its annual Madelyn Budd Scholarship and Doris Teufel Award at a gala on April 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church on Market Street. This is in keeping with the mission and goals of the almost 90-year-old Williamsport Music Club, which is to: – Advance
READ MORESpring is here, and it seems like we might be past the dreary days and chilly temperatures. However, spring is ever changeful with the wind turning in an instant. The best defense against weather shifts is outerwear, and this time of year has me looking toward transitional coat options to throw on over my outfit
READ MOREThough I’ve spent decades studying and teaching American lit., I never cared much for Death of a Salesman … until I saw Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf do it on Broadway. When someone later asked how it was, I borrowed from a long-ago critic and said, “It was like getting hit by a truck —
READ MORENote: The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 7. A community-wide prayer event is being held at Way’s Garden at 6:30 p.m. that evening. All are invited. Bring a lawn chair. A great opportunity for us to declare in complete unity, “Jesus Christ is Lord!” In our quest to answer The Five Questions of
READ MOREHaving grown up in Lycoming County and spent most of my life roaming its hills and streams, it has been a natural progression to become an avid lover of nature and to enjoy the outdoor sporting opportunities this wonderful area provides. Through the years, my respect and admiration for all the wonders of nature have
READ MOREHey y’all! I’m so excited for Easter this weekend! I always have so much fun prepping for our annual Easter contest! Easter is one of my favorite holidays. It’s right up there with the 4th of July! But before I get too far into my article this week, let me ask you a question. Are
READ MORENow that spring has officially arrived, there’s no time like the present to start transitioning your closet for the in-between weather. With weeks that start out like the cold days of February and end with warm breezes that hint at May, dressing can be notoriously tricky. When that temperature shift happens over the course of
READ MORETwenty feet in front of you, and you can’t see a thing. Even the closest faces are in shadow — lit, but not quite enough for you to see for sure what the people there are thinking. Still, you can hear them, their gasps, their laughter, and applause. Such is life, on-stage. Now read “Kids,
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I’m going to tell you something that might surprise you coming from me. There are mornings I don’t feel like praying. There. I said it! If you’ve read this column for any length of time, you know that my faith is the foundation of everything. My family, my home, my work, the way I try
READ MOREDenim in 2026 is less about chasing trends and more about rethinking how you wear the jeans you already own. Jeans are a staple. Sure, there have been statement denim moments in the past, but in these times, jeans should anchor an outfit with quiet confidence. A good pair of jeans will lift up and
READ MOREIf there is one medical procedure that tends to make people uneasy, it is colonoscopy. For many individuals, the anxiety starts long before the appointment itself. The good news is that colonoscopies are routine, safe, and often much easier than people expect. Understanding what really happens before, during, and after the procedure can help take
READ MOREFinally, the daytime temperatures are reaching into the 50’s and 60’s, Spring officially arrived over the last weekend, and we have seen the last of the late winter snows (hopefully!). Now it’s time to get outside and tackle a few springtime chores. Robins are bouncing around the yard searching for worms. Bluebirds have been showing
READ MOREI will begin where I left off last week. My thoughts and prayers are with all who provide the freedom to write this column, the service men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Our Nation has been involved in a military conflict 90% of the time since its founding in 1776. This includes
READ MOREFinancial advisors often review with clients the value of adding gold to their portfolio. Montgomery’s Zoe Furman and Montoursville’s Gage Wentzel have already acted upon that advice, returning home from Hershey with state championship gold medals around their necks. The latest in a long line of area grapplers to reach the state wrestling summit, Furman
READ MOREARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Sometime this week you may discover a hidden talent you didn’t know you have, Aries. Embrace this new aspect of your identity and put it to good use. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 This is a time when you might feel grounded and secure, Taurus. Your inner strength will allow
READ MORELast week, we explored style trends, highlighting garments like trench coats, asymmetrical shirts, and tops. This week, we’ll look at 2026 spring accessory-specific trends to check in on belts, bags, socks, and shoes. First up, belts. Several different trends are happening for belts this spring. It doesn’t matter if you wear yours cinched at the
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Well, folks. They did it to us again. That’s right. Daylight saving time has swooped in like it does every single year, stolen an hour right out from under us, and left us all stumbling around squinting at our phones, going, “Wait… what time is it actually?” I don’t know about you, but my body
READ MOREWhen I started a recent “Weird Words” list with bananaquit, I never dreamed I’d see one a short time later. Named for its bright yellow feathers — with the final “quit” imitative of its cry — the bananaquit is a small, colorful bird found in Central and South America … along with the Caribbean. I’d
READ MOREFinally! The official arrival of the first day of spring will occur on Friday, March 20, 2026, and after a much colder-than-usual winter, it couldn’t arrive soon enough! With warmer temperatures and intermittent rains, we should turn our attention to planning habitat work that will benefit all forms of wildlife. Probably the most important key
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Even when the sun goes down, the opportunity to entertain outdoors is still possible. Transforming a backyard into an evening oasis does not necessarily require major renovations, but it should involve adjusting the atmosphere to facilitate comfort and visibility. The following tips can help hosts optimize outdoor spaces for nighttime events. Layered lighting Lighting is
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One shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. However, that often is hard to do, particularly when it comes to homes. Curb appeal bears significant influence regarding how a property is perceived. A property that is neat and aesthetically appealing probably will be preferable to one that looks like the homeowners did not maintain it.
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Many people will admit that home ownership tops their lists of long-term goals. Finding a home that is affordable may require moving into what many real estate agents bill as a “starter home.” But the arrival of a child, and then more children thereafter, could make a home that was perfectly functional for two or
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Spring is home renovation season, and no area of a home is off limits. That includes home exteriors, particularly in regard to landscaping. Lawn and garden centers draw crowds on spring weekends, as homeowners are anxious to get out in the yard after spending more time indoors over the winter. Plants and trees provide a
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The day homeowners move into a new home is a unique experience. First-time home buyers may see such a day as the culmination of years of hard work, while those who are not new to the experience may find their new home is where they’ll spend the rest of their lives. Move-in day is indeed
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Well, you weren’t wrong. But you weren’t exactly right, either. There’s a middle ground between solved and unsolved, you were there, and everybody let you know about it. So, it’s back to the drawing board for you until, as in the new book “I Told You So!” by Matt Kaplan, you’re in a position to
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The Williamsport Area Middle School (WAMS) music department is preparing for its annual spring musical production. “The Wizard of Oz” is set to hit the stage at 7 p.m. Friday, March 13, with a matinee performance scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14. The musical follows the classic story of Dorothy Gale as she is
READ MOREWhen we think about organ transplants, kidney transplants are often the most common and the most successful. General surgeons frequently encounter questions from patients and families who want to better understand what a kidney transplant involves, who it is for, and what life looks like afterward. Whether you are managing kidney disease, supporting a loved
READ MORE“Everybody’s War” is the theme of the Cherry and White magazine of the Williamsport High School published by juniors today. The staff of about 50 juniors, headed by Richard Eschenbach, Robert Hotzapple, Max Gingrich, David Brown, Elmer Koons, business heads and Betty Jane Fritz, art editor. The cover was designed by Betty Jane Fritz, the
READ MOREAt the end of next week, spring will finally usher in warmer temperatures, and as the last of the remaining snow melts away (hopefully!), it’s the perfect time to get out and try your hand at hunting for shed antlers. If you have never looked for them before, you may well be in for a
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