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  • Faith Q&A: What is Truth?0

    Tim Hartzell

    When considering questions about the Christian faith, “What is truth?” should be high on everyone’s list. Truth is hard to identify these days. We look to experts for truth, but it appears many professionals, politicians, and preachers are being driven by personal agendas that shape their version of the truth. If something is to be

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  • Improve Your Memory0

    Dave Bellomo

    *This article is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace the advice of a medical professional. We all forget things occasionally. What was the name of that guy in that movie? Do you know where I set my book? You might even miss an exit on the highway that you have

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  • Visit that Link! STEP Begins Assessing Community Needs0

    Press Release

    Every three years, STEP is required to gather a detailed picture of the needs and resources in their service area of Lycoming and Clinton counties. The regular study was last completed in 2021, so it is time to reach out to residents again as part of the Community Assessment. The community survey, along with the

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  • Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month0

    Steph Nordstrom

    Dating violence is more common than you may think, especially among teens and young adults: 1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before becoming adults. And nearly half (43%) of U.S. college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors. For parents and

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  • The Junior League of Williamsport Celebrating 95 Years of Service0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    The year was 1929 — the year of the “Great Stock Market Crash” that ushered in the Great Depression. Herbert Hoover was President. The first Academy Awards were presented with “Wings” winning Best Picture. The Philadelphia Athletics won the World Series. A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemmingway was published. Foster Grant mass produces sunglasses

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  • Kangaroos and Joeys: Finding Words Inside of Words0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    According to the Online Etymology Dictionary, the word kangaroo was introduced to English by Captain James Cook, who probably picked it up from Australian natives during his 1770 visit. The same source indicates that joey, a term for the kangaroo’s young, comes likewise from that far-off continent; it was originally a slang expression indicating “anything

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  • Faith Q&A: Does God Exist?0

    Tim Hartzell

    Part Two The famous author, H.G. Wells, once observed, “If there is no God, nothing matters.” His statement was the topic of my previous “Does God Exist?” article. Previous articles are always available online at http://www.webbweekly.com. Wells’s quote included a second observation: “If there is a God, nothing else matters.” Remember, only one person can

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  • Horoscopes0

    Family Features

    ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 Creativity may prove elusive this week, Aries. You want to get into a crafty project but you simply can’t find traction just yet. Don’t give up too soon. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 Taurus, a distracted friend or loved one may not be good company over the next few days.

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  • Millionaire Magic

    Millionaire Magic0

    Jamie Spencer

    I joined the many fans who were in the MAGIC DOME a few weeks back. I only was there to pay tribute to several of my friends. Williamsport Area High School honored both their 1984 and 1999 PIAA AAAA State Championship teams. They ALL received some love during halftime of the Millionaire’s game with Loyalsock.

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  • Seven Valentine’s Day Date Ideas To Break from the Norm

    Seven Valentine’s Day Date Ideas To Break from the Norm0

    Family Features

    If you’re feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking outside the box can make for just as romantic of an experience. Consider these simple date ideas to reduce stress and make your day

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  • Galentine’s Day0

    Bernadette Ulsamer

    Greeting card holidays can be kind of irritating, especially if they feel like an obligation; hello, Grandparents Day. And so often, it’s hard to summon genuine feelings around St. Patrick’s Day or send Halloween wishes. Valentine’s Day can feel like the worst offender of manufactured sentiment and can be a bit of a pressure cooker

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  • Frozen Lines0

    Jamie Spencer

    Punxsutawney Phil was a no show. I guess that means it will be an early spring. Sign me up. The weather has been quite unpredictable. We haven’t experienced much cold. I was hoping to get out for some ice fishing, but the conditions drastically changed. I had to bail on my Amish friends. They didn’t

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  • How to Master Time Management

    How to Master Time Management0

    Family Features

    There only are a set number of hours in a day and a lot of demands on personal time. Finding ways to use time more efficiently and effectively is a goal many people aspire to, whether they are business owners, students or anyone in between. A hectic schedule quickly can get the better of anyone,

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  • Environmental Education Expo0

    Ken Hunter

    I suspect most locals are aware of what the Montour Preserve has to offer in the way of outdoor recreation: – A lake for boating and angling – Picnic areas, – Hiking trails, – A great nature center loaded with wildlife mounts and exhibits. The 640-acre nature preserve, a part of the former PPL power

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Teaching Proper Hunting and Firearm Safety, Part II0

    Jon Pries

    First and foremost, always stress the four universal rules of firearm safety: – Treat any firearm as if it is loaded. – Practice muzzle control. – Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. – Always be sure of your target and the area around and beyond it. These are the critical rules

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  • How to Begin the Day In a Positive Frame of Mind

    How to Begin the Day In a Positive Frame of Mind0

    Family Features

    Each new day brings the potential for change, even amid the routine of the daily grind. When people start the day with positive thoughts, it can affect how they behave and see themselves throughout the day, and may even benefit their overall health. The Mayo Clinic says some studies suggest personality traits such as optimism

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  • County Hall Corner: Rethinking the Future0

    Larry Stout

    I taught an elective course on Future Studies at a business college in Europe. The students were quite interested in knowing what skills and possibilities in employment would be out there when they entered the working world. It is obviously a shaky science as we have no way of knowing the future and, at best,

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  • The Gospel According to Samuel: Modern Bible Epic with a Twist0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    The Book of Clarence is a movie that can’t seem to figure out what it wants to be. The story of a young black man in the time of Christ, it initially comes across as an old-time Bible epic. But then, most of the non-Roman characters (including Jesus and his followers) are black; so naturally

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  • A Friend in Fruend0

    Scott Lowery

    During this winter’s coldest stretch, last week’s annual Williamsport Crosscutter Hot Stove Banquet served up before a sell-out crowd was a reminder that baseball’s spring training opens next month, and the locals MLB Draft League campaign is not that far behind. The brainchild of Cutters VP of Marketing Gabe Sinicropi, the annual event gave attendees

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  • Exercise to Improve Your Jeans and Your Genes0

    Dave Bellomo

    Most people know that exercising regularly has many benefits such as building strength and endurance, helping you maintain a healthy weight, and strengthening our bones. The list goes on and on. But did you know that it can actually improve our genes? Well, sort of. A 2022 study conducted by researchers from Washington University that

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  • Teammates0

    Jamie Spencer

    I ran into an old friend at the Magic Dome last week — someone I haven’t seen in fifteen years. Rahim Washington was a former teammate back in ’95. I was a senior, and Rahim was a talented freshman. We were part of a Millionaire squad that went to the state final. Washington was legit.

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  • County Hall Corner: Sooooo Long, Farewell, Goodbye0

    Larry Stout
    • January 10, 2024

    The last Lycoming County Commissioners Meeting of 2023, held on December 28th, was sort of like watching the third film in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Every time it seemed to be over, one more scene popped up. The “Return of the King” lasted three hours and twenty-one minutes, and when the commissioners’ meeting

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  • Williamsport Sun: January 7, 1943 – Start Enforcement of Pleasure Driving Ban; O.P.A. Explains Order0

    Lou Hunsinger, Jr.

    Approximately 100 Office of Price Administration agents, police officers, and other state, county and borough enforcement personnel began “spot-checking” today in Lycoming County for violators of the new “no pleasure” driving order to conserve supplies of gasoline. Clarification of how the government would put the teeth in the order came at noon when O.P.A. representatives

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  • Let’s Call it 20240

    Jim Webb

    Happy New Year! Three easy words to say — let’s hope and pray they ring true for 2024. I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year. The year 2024. I have trouble wrapping my thoughts around that, even though I’ve been blessed to live my way there for over half a century. It

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  • Weird Words for 20240

    Joseph W. Smith III

    Seeking an appropriate new-year theme for this week’s Weird Words, I finally landed on my newest dictionary — the 13th edition of Collins, which I bought in July. A mammoth volume offering roughly three times as many words as most standard dictionaries, it contains a ton of terms you won’t find elsewhere — partly because

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  • HHS Fly-Fishing

    HHS Fly-Fishing0

    Jamie Spencer

    Happy New Year to my family and friends. I would also like to give a shout to those who frequent this page. I look forward to many more tales. This part-time gig is grand, and we will cover many different topics in 2024. Let’s kick things off with one of my favorites. Dave Weigle of

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  • Overcoming Duplicity0

    Tim Hartzell

    Note: This is the eleventh article in a series called Overcoming the Five Failures of Us. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. Revelation 3:1-3, “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds;

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  • UPMC Physician: Stay Resolved During New Year’s Resolutions0

    UPMC Susquehanna

    Every year, millions of people hoping to spark positive change make New Year’s resolutions. The recurring themes each year include a more active approach to health and fitness, improved finances, and learning new things for personal and professional development. See what resolutions you can make this year and how to keep them all through 2024.

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  • The Science of Hangovers0

    Dave Bellomo

    *This article is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The winter holidays are a time for many people to celebrate with friends and family and can also become a time of excess. Excess food, dessert, and, yes, alcohol. While this article may have been more appropriately published before New

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  • Getting Into Fly-Tying0

    Ken Hunter

    We are moving into that time of year when we outdoor types start spending less time outdoors pursuing game and fish and more time indoors. We still have some small game hunting and muzzleloading hunting left, and hopefully, if we get enough ice, we diehard fishermen can start hitting some local lakes as well. These

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  • The Roving Sportsman… A New Year – A Fresh Start0

    Jon Pries

    Party, party, party — it’s what most folks do on New Year’s Eve to say goodbye to the previous year. Hopefully, our heads have cleared up by now from the revelries of New Year’s Eve, and we can take time to focus on what lies ahead in the coming year. So, steep a pot of

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  • More “Gobbledygook” to Leave You “Astonied” (Or Maybe Give You “Collywobbles”)0

    Joseph W. Smith III

    By Joseph W. Smith III As Webb’s Weird Words wraps its first year in print, I couldn’t quite manage a relevant theme this time around; in keeping with the idea of “end,” however, I did at least finish harvesting words from the very first of the 27 pages in my running list of oddball vocab.

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  • Giving0

    Scott Lowery

    Often, around this time of the year, editor Steph has sent out notices to Webb Weekly writers reminding us to get our pre-Christmas columns in early to beat the holiday deadline. Such was not the case this year, as the calendar gives us a bit more time until the big day arrives. For procrastinators, the

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