The 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee finished up on May 28 in Washington, D.C. Its winning word was bromocriptine, correctly spelled by 14-year-old Shrey Parikh, of Rancho Cucamonga, CA. According to the USA Today piece on that meet, this year’s winning word means “a polypeptide alkaloid that is a derivative of ergot and mimics the
Warm weather in PA doesn’t ease in. Sure, there are a few teasing days of spring temperatures and then BAM! Full-blown summer hits with hardly any time for adjustments to your wardrobe, your internal clock, or to answer the age-old question, “What should I wear today?” Most months of the year, when uncertainty creeps into
In 2031, Williamsport’s world-famous Repasz Band will celebrate its 200th year of continuous existence; but in the meantime, this year, the local ensemble honors yet another anniversary — America’s 250th — with a robust slate of concerts in June, July and August. With 10 Central PA gigs on the schedule, the band’s summer 2026 program
If Webb readers needed any confirmation that this particular writer is a true reading nerd, here it is: One highlight of my recent Southern vacation was the chance to peruse no less than seven different Florida newspapers. These included dailies and weeklies from such places as Naples, Fort Myers and the Peace River region, along
Summer is calling. If you have kids who require care over the summer months, chances are you’ve booked the camps, scheduled the vacation, and maybe even set a daily itinerary. Now for the fun (or not so fun, depending on your view) of checking in with your swimsuit collection to see if it’s up to
A grilled cheese sandwich isn’t just a lunchtime staple; it’s a beloved cultural icon. There is a universal magic in the combination of ooey-gooey cheese, golden bread and a little butter – but in 2026, this comfort food classic is getting a functional upgrade. It’s also safe to say nostalgia is delicious and addicting, which
It’s almost time to dig in the dirt. For months, it was too cold, too wet, too early to get to your garden patch but now you can hardly wait. You’ve been through the seed catalogs and picked your plants but you need to be patient a little longer. So pass the time with these
Many years ago, when he was very little, my now-adult son would see me carrying around a weird-sounding book called To Kill a Mockingbird. Upon reaching teen years, he was surprised to learn that it was a novel; as a tot, he’d always assumed it was a hunting manual! Except for the episode with “Ol’
ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Your energy is infectious this week, Aries. This is the perfect time to launch a passion project. Expect a surprise compliment from someone you admire. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 Taurus, treat yourself to a little luxury. You have earned a slow morning of coffee and a crossword puzzle. A
