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  • County Hall Corner: Never a Dull Moment0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners gathered on Thursday, May 28, 2026, for a public session that carried the full texture of local government at work. Commissioners Scott Metzger, Marc Sortman, and Mark Mussina presided over a meeting that moved from community tension to community hope, from careful spending to careful planning, and from the

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  • A Historical Congratulations On Your 2026 Graduation0

    Jim Webb

    With all that the Class of 2026 has witnessed in what was supposed to be that special senior year, they deserve a presidential quality commencement speech. So I looked to our Commanders in Chief since the founding of our Nation in 1776 for the class of 2026. Our 2nd President, John Adams, will give the

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  • Lycoming County Invests in Its Own Foundation0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners met on Thursday, May 21, 2026, approving over $5.6 million in expenditures covering infrastructure, affordable housing, public safety staffing, and election operations. The session moved through a wide range of county business, with each item on the agenda carrying real consequences for residents across Lycoming County. Among the most

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  • The Roving Sportsman… As Luck Would Have It

    The Roving Sportsman… As Luck Would Have It0

    Jon Pries

    The alarm sounded off at 3:57 a.m., and after some last-minute packing, I was headed down the driveway at 4:54 for the 7-hour drive to Kazabazua, Quebec. I had only slept for a couple of hours after packing the night before, but the excitement of what I hoped was to come kept me alert as

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  • County Hall Corner: A Community Worth Caring For0

    Blair Steward

    Lycoming County commissioners gathered last week to confront a set of challenges that strike at the heart of what makes a community function, from the safety of its streets to the soundness of its finances. The most urgent item on the agenda was a growing crisis among local youth. Commissioner Scott Metzger sounded the alarm

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  • STEP: Celebrating 60 Years of Community Service0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The year was 1966. On television, “Batman,” “Star Trek,” and the “Monkees” premiered; Robert C. Weaver became the first African-American Cabinet member when he was named to head the new Department of Housing and Urban Development; the Baltimore Orioles won their first World Series; the Green Bay Packers captured the NFL championship, and the Boston

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  • Williamsport Sun: May 31, 1917 – Parade Outstanding Feature of Fitting Memorial Celebration0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    From the early morning services at the Soldier’s Monument and burial plot in beautiful Wildwood Cemetery, to the impressive marine memorial service on the Market Street Bridge in the evening, Williamsport’s observance of Memorial Day eclipsed all previous events of the kind. The day was one and the same a fitting tribute to America’s heroic

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  • County Hall Corner: Smart Tech Meets Open Books in Lycoming County0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners continue to navigate the delicate balance between modernizing local government and protecting the wallets of local taxpayers. During their most recent weekly meeting, officials addressed several operational decisions that connect directly to the broader financial realities facing the region. These administrative choices take place against the backdrop of a carefully managed

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  • The Steel City and Billtown Forging Ahead Led by a Mayor of the People0

    Jim Webb

    I was ‘on the road again,’ as Willie Nelson would say — destination Pittsburgh. I haven’t traveled much the last couple of years because of my health, which includes back and hip issues. Almost all my miles have been within Lycoming County, except those in the adjacent counties that receive the Webb Weekly. I have

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  • County Hall Corner: Lycoming County Sets America 250 in Motion0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners turned their attention to patriotic celebration and governmental transparency at their April 30 meeting, launching plans for America’s 250th birthday while implementing new measures to show residents exactly where their tax dollars go. The Thursday morning session at 33 West Third Street in Williamsport balanced historic commemoration with practical improvements to

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Wild Turkey Recipes0

    Jon Pries

    So, you went out and got yourself a spring gobbler! Well, congratulations. Most experienced turkey hunters would agree that Pennsylvania spring gobblers are just about the toughest bird to get. Mostly due to the extreme hunting pressure that they are subjected to, these birds are usually the wariest you will pursue. It truly is no

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  • Smart Grants Fund Safer Communities0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners approved significant security upgrades for the elections department and accepted major grant funding for law enforcement and community services at their April 23 meeting. The Thursday morning session at 33 West Third Street in Williamsport focused heavily on improvements funded by state and federal grants, meaning local taxpayers won’t see increased

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  • County Hall Corner: Cutting Costs, Not Corners0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County commissioners met this week with several items on the agenda that ranged from Independence Day planning to ongoing rumors about development. The board is working with Backyard Broadcasting, the district attorney’s office, and the chamber of commerce to ensure the Fourth of July fireworks display happens in Williamsport. These partnerships matter for

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  • County Hall Corner: Commissioners Address Rumors, Controversies, and Budget Realities0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners spent their April 9 meeting clearing the air on several contentious issues that have been rippling through the community. From casino rumors to canceled fireworks to a physical altercation at a township meeting, the Thursday morning session at 33 West Third Street in Williamsport tackled topics that matter to residents across

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  • County Hall Corner: Moving Forward With Purpose0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County Commissioners have spent years making difficult decisions, cutting where they could and protecting what they must. Scott Metzger, Marc Sortman, and Mark Mussina stood firm through eight consecutive years without raising property taxes, trimming budgets, and eliminating vacant positions to keep the county running without asking residents for more. That era of

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  • Through the Years: Williamsport Sun – April 11, 1951 – MacArthur News Stirs Sentiments Among Citizens0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Williamsport today shared worldwide reaction to the jolting news of President Truman’s removal of General Douglas MacArthur from command in the Far East. The fact that every family has a member or close relative in uniform served to bring the news closer to home. Comment for the most part was without resolution, although supporters and

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  • Lyco Anglers Turn 500

    Jamie Spencer

    We are getting close to the opening day of the 2026 trout season. Jensen and I snuck out this past weekend. Delayed Harvest. The water was high, and the temperatures were rough. We are hoping for better luck. Pennsylvania now allows kids to fish with a mentor the weekend prior. Most folks follow the rules,

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  • Local Woman Organizes African Safaris0

    Dave Bellomo

    Normally, I write about things that are more directly related to health, but my intention with this column has always been to highlight things that speak to improving our quality of life in some way. Recently, I ran into an acquaintance, Linell Stabler, and learned of the amazing adventures she was having taking people on

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  • A Time for Our Elected to Lead, Not Divide.0

    Jim Webb

    In the past, I’ve mentioned a sign I have in the office. It has an American flag draped down the side and says in this place, we always salute our flag, support our troops, buy American, say Merry Christmas, say one nation under God, respect our law enforcement, and then it ends with, ‘If this

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  • County Hall Corner: Lycoming Together0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County commissioners met this week for a session that ran longer than usual, filled with the kind of detailed work that keeps a county functioning but rarely captures public attention. Before diving into the agenda, the board took time to recognize two milestones worth celebrating. Deputy Registrar Kimber Smith was congratulated on 20

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  • County Hall Corner:0

    Blair Steward

    The same rural values that teach children to work hard and stay humble also forge the character necessary to excel when global spotlights shine brightest. This truth became evident last week when Olympic gold medalist Megan Keller scored the game-winning goal for Team USA women’s hockey, bringing joy not only to her immediate family but

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  • County Hall Corner: Earned Understanding0

    Blair Steward

    The Lycoming County commissioners met last week, and the meeting carried a particular weight, one that spoke to the nature of public service and the patience required to do it well. With Presidents’ Day approaching, the board took a moment to address the importance of respecting public office regardless of political affiliation. It was a

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  • Silly Rabbits0

    Jamie Spencer

    Much love, sports fans. It is a great time of year. The high school basketball playoffs are near. The same with wrestling, swimming, and bocce. Best wishes to our local teams and individuals. I hope they advance. The groundhog saw his shadow. I have no idea what that means. Let’s pray for warmer weather. The

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  • County Hall Corner: Rip Van Winkle0

    Blair Steward

    A man stood before the Lycoming County commissioners on Thursday, February 6, voicing concerns about tax dollars, the landfill, and White Deer Golf Course near Montgomery, and it became clear within moments that he had been asleep to information that had long since been settled. Lycoming County sprawls across 1,244 square miles of Pennsylvania wilderness,

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  • Aslan Is Still on the Move: C. S. Lewis in Central PA0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    “My whole way of viewing life has changed,” says one participant in the C. S. Lewis Institute, which is now taking registrants for its second year in Central PA. With branches in Pittsburgh, Carlisle and Philadelphia — along with 11 other states and such countries as Ireland, Japan and Kenya — CSLI was named for

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  • Coldest Night of the Year Walk Raising Funds to Fight Homelessness0

    Dave Bellomo

    Homelessness is a reality that touches every corner of the United States, affecting more than half a million people on any given night. These numbers are not just statistics; they represent individuals and families, veterans, children, and seniors, many of whom find themselves without a safe place to sleep. In Pennsylvania alone, thousands face this

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  • County Hall Corner: Balancing Acts0

    Blair Steward

    The cold has a way of drawing us inward, both to the warmth of our homes and to the quieter chambers of reflection, and it was in that spirit that the Lycoming County commissioners gathered on January 29 for their weekly meeting at the courthouse in Williamsport. The winter has been unrelenting this year, the

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  • Warming Hearts While Counting Costs0

    Blair Steward

    The January 22, 2026, Lycoming County Commissioners meeting opened with the kind of recognition that reminds us why local government works best when it celebrates the people who make everything possible. Cameron Boyer received a well-deserved service award for completing ten years of dedicated work that began in maintenance. At the same time, he attended

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  • Leadership Lycoming Class of 2026: The Best Class Ever0

    Jimmy Webb III

    I want to start by thanking The Liberty Group, where I work, for nominating me for Leadership Lycoming. It was truly an honor to be nominated, and after going through the interview process, I was even more appreciative to be selected. I don’t take that opportunity lightly. The Leadership Lycoming program is something special, and

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  • County Hall Corner: Funding Is in My Ears and in My Eyes0

    Blair Steward

    The Beatles captured something timeless in “Penny Lane” when they sang about a place where “all the people that come and go stop and say hello.” That same spirit of community connection filled the January 15th Lycoming County Commissioners meeting, where difficult decisions about limited resources revealed how neighbors must support neighbors when government funding

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  • County Hall Corner: Lycoming County Commissioners Honor Landfill Heroes0

    Blair Steward

    Hope you all enjoyed a fantastic New Year’s with family and friends, as we welcome 2026 with gratitude for the extraordinary people who make our community safer every single day. The January 8th Lycoming County Commissioners meeting began with something rare in government chambers: a celebration of genuine heroism that unfolded twice within weeks at

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  • A Quick Look Back As We Speed Ahead

    A Quick Look Back As We Speed Ahead0

    Jim Webb

    Last week’s column had a lot of folks commenting they couldn’t believe it’s our 24th year. Many would then share a thought about my Father. Some asked, just how the Webb Weekly began? So, here ya go… It was the week between Christmas and New Year’s of December 2002. My Father called me and had

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  • January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month0

    Dave Bellomo

    More than 25 years ago, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 made the United States’ commitment to combating human trafficking official. Then, in 2010, President Obama declared January “National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month” and every year since, each president has followed this tradition to raise awareness about human trafficking and to educate

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