While the smoke from the various fireworks shows celebrating America 250 has long since faded away, the sights and sounds of the holiday spectacular remain vividly entrenched in my memory, as does the reluctance and disdain emanating from those using the very freedoms provided by this country to bash the nation, even on the occasion
READ MOREWe’re in the midst of spring, and it’s been fairly nice out, but still chilly and somewhat fickle weather-wise. Those types of days (colder mornings, hotter afternoons) and days that call for you to wear many hats (figuratively speaking) can be challenging to dress in a way that’s appropriate, comfortable, and stylish. Fortunately, you can
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
READ MORELast month, I highlighted some potential skincare resolutions. For those of you who jumped on board or are rethinking your beauty routine, there are upcoming skincare trends that may interest you and support your skincare health. Here’s a rundown. If this past summer you or the little ones in your life got swept up into
READ MOREIn recent weeks at Webb’s “Weird Words,” we’ve extolled a relatively new addition to the august ranks of trustworthy English dictionaries: The Microsoft Encarta College Dictionary. Though it’s been around for nearly for 25 years, I only just learned of it — and I’m gladly surprised by its thoroughness and reliability. So, for this week’s
READ MOREAs the anticipation of Christmas faded in the distance and the new year quickly approached, news media outlets filled their space with ‘lookbacks’ of 2025, which, in all too many instances, recalled a year filled with much tragedy and violence. As a “Webb Weekly” contributor since the first issue of the publication, those who read
READ MOREIn the labyrinth of local government, where perception often masquerades as reality and cynicism drowns out progress, the December 11, 2025, meeting of Lycoming County commissioners revealed a tale of two narratives that perfectly encapsulate the challenges facing our community. The golf course debate continues to captivate public attention, though perhaps for all the wrong
READ MOREAlthough it may be ancient history to many, “Bowling for Dollars” was a popular TV show airing in the 1970s. The show’s format was simple; contestants could win cash and prizes based on their bowling performance. The uproar created by the College Bowl Selection Committee’s December 7 announcement of the twelve teams to participate in
READ MOREPenn State is still looking. The Nittany Lions decided to fire longtime coach James Franklin back in October. The fans and alumni were furious. It was a bold move. And unfortunately, AD Pat Kraft has not found a replacement. Many of the candidates have used this opportunity to land extensions at their existing schools. The
READ MOREButton-down shirts come in a variety of shapes, sizes, prints, and fabrics. They can be a basic white shirt that is your office go-to, or of the frilly floral variety for an evening out. This season, the oversized version seems to be on trend, and while you might think there’s only one way to wear
READ MOREThe leaves of October hadn’t yet started to fall, but the month’s second week produced a cascading plummet of rooting hopes for a bevy of area fans whose favorite team’s championship aspirations came crashing to the ground. While the New York Mets, baseball’s biggest spenders, didn’t even make it to October, the Big Apple’s behemoth
READ MOREWow, what a column Editor Steph put together last week on Fall Family Fun. There is always something for everyone to enjoy within our pages. We try to cover and feature all the good happenings that make our area such a special place to live. If your Webb Weekly has already been recycled, please remember
READ MOREWedding season is often associated with summer, but the most popular months to say “I do” can fall (pun intended) later in the year. Maybe it’s the foliage or the welcome relief from the heat, but fall weddings are definitely a refreshing change from a sweltering June outdoor wedding or an August-humid resort ceremony. However,
READ MOREAfter a recent closet clean-out and a mid-40s birthday, I’ve begun to consider how my personal style has changed in the last decade, after getting older, having kids, dealing with illness, and being drawn in and out of ever-changing trends. Here lately too often I’ve been standing in front of my closets full of clothes
READ MOREAs Penn State’s new wide receiver Trebor Pena hauled in one of his seven pass receptions from QB Drew Allar in the Nittany Lions opening day 46-11 win over Nevada, the TV talking head remarked, “Trebor had a great season at Syracuse last year (84, catches, 941 yards, 9 TDs) but they couldn’t afford him
READ MOREEven during a heat wave, denim is part of most folks’ weekly or even daily uniform. It’s such a versatile and durable fabric, which makes it quite functional during a hot, hot heat. But what of wearing denim with denim, aka the Canadian Tuxedo? Is that appropriate for summer, or a fashion faux pas? While
READ MORERanked as one of movies’ greatest all-time lines, “Show me the money” from the 1996 film Jerry Maguire has turned out to be three decades ahead of its time! What began on July 1, Division I college athletes across the country will be shouting the same line at the college of their choice, and in
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While a great heel will always have its place, who amongst us really wants to be tottering around in high heels during the hazy days of summer? For my money, flat shoes are dominating this season’s warm-weather wardrobe. From barely-there leather sandals to flip-flops to nostalgia-inducing jellies, summer flats can be both comfortable as well as
READ MOREIt’s no April Fool — later this month (April 26, to be exact), thousands of loyal Penn State football fans will be jamming themselves into the parking lot of West Shore Home to catch a glimpse of the 2025 Nittany Lions. Those planning on making the trip need to make sure they have the right
READ MOREBeing from the Pennsylvania Wilds, it always tickles my funny bone when I see high fashion’s take on rural-coded trends or traditional country styles. However, in a world of fast fashion and quick trend cycles, it can be a comfort to get back to timeless, classic pieces. Hence, the resurgence of countrycore, defined by barn
READ MORELadies and gentlemen…are you ready? Find your seat and buckle up. We’ve got a lot to cover. It’s time to delve into the Valley’s Super Bowl Predictions… Given how long last year’s article ended up being, let’s not waste time with introductions and get right into it! Starting with the Webb Weekly office: Jaimie consulted
READ MOREI found myself driving home from a game. The Millionaires were on the road. We made two trips to the greater Harrisburg area this week. No worries. I enjoy my time on Route 15. I listen to music and think. I felt bad for my behavior last night. I was in rare form. I am
READ MOREDays 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
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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.
READ MOREI 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.
READ MOREWith 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
READ MOREFamed film director and producer Andy Warhol once was quoted as saying, “The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting.” Although Warhol’s words are still with us, they cannot be applied to last week’s much-hyped first round of the NCAA college football playoffs, which, after months of ballyhooed buildup, lacked both the excitement
READ MOREIt is probably a safe assumption that the leftovers from the Thanksgiving feast were devoured well before the four-day holiday football indulgence gave way to December’s arrival. Dubbed ‘rivalry weekend,’ the concluding week of the college football regular season lived up to its billing, featuring exciting games and upsets with positive results for Eagles and
READ MOREThe political ads media deluge is over! Television sets have been freed, now even those annoying commercial messages won’t seem as bad as what we’ve been subject to for the past month. In the interim, the World Series is over, high school football and soccer playoffs are winding down, college basketball is underway, the annual
READ MOREI was sixteen when I first heard about a swimming hole the locals called The Big Forty. It was an abandoned slate quarry that had partially filled with water. The hole got its name from a forty-foot-high cliff along the south side. The water was clear and deep, and the cliff was high and steep.
READ MOREAs of this past weekend, it is officially fall! I couldn’t be more excited. I just love this time of year. Every morning, when I wake up and brush my teeth in the bathroom, I look out the window that faces our woods. Each day, I notice the leaves changing more and more. There is
READ MOREIt was a sun-splashed, gorgeous Norman Rockwell-type September Saturday afternoon, uniquely perfect for college football. Accordingly, we decided to take the two-hour drive to Alfred, New York, to watch grandson Tucker’s Juniata College Eagles in action. While the results were not what we had hoped for, as the host Saxons won handily, it was a
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