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Turning the Heat On Challenge0
- November 11, 2020
As I sit here writing this week’s column, the wind is just howling, and flurries are flying by our window. It’s November 2, and our furnace is officially on. Social media always cracks me up because it seems there are so many families who do the “Who will be the first one to turn on
READ MOREStyle File: Cabincore0
First, the fashion world was swept by normcore, then menocore; this past summer, fashionistas, and influencers were all atwitter with cottagecore. Now that we are well into fall, the next big trend is cabincore! If you have no idea what I’m talking about, that’s fine; this mostly pertains to millennials. But what’s interesting is that
READ MOREUnited Way to Kick Off Homelessness Awareness Month in Socktober: New partnership with Curtin Intermediate School to help community0
One of the biggest needs for homeless shelters and those serving the homeless are socks. Yes, socks. Since 2014, Anna Radspinner and the Curtin Intermediate School have held Socktober. Every student would bring in a pair or bundle of unused socks to give to organizations throughout the community. In the past, socks were provided to
READ MOREHow to Dress for a Warm Fall0
The heat just won’t quit, and it’s almost Labor Day! Usually, around this time of year, I would start transitioning my closet from summer clothes to fall apparel. Fall is similar to spring in that it starts very differently than how it ends. On day one, it feels like the height of summer, and by
READ MOREFall 2020 Trends0
In normal years, as summer comes to an end, I’d be all sorts of excited for the new season’s trends, writing up my shopping list of must-haves for the upcoming fall/winter. However, in the “new normal” we find ourselves living with, things like fashion and trends have been put into a more flippant light than
READ MOREAt Home Pedicure0
There’s only one full month of summer left and, while time seems to be standing still, chances are your nails may be in need of some maintenance. Even with salons open, I’ve been doing my nails at home and have been trying to keep my pedicure as professional-looking as possible. The art of the DIY
READ MOREWork From Home Wardrobe0
It has been an interesting time for all of us, especially if you find yourself working from home under less than ideal circumstances. Having worked from home sporadically over the years, the idea of typing away all day in pajamas may sound appealing, but, by Day Two, it can actually become quite a drag. From
READ MORESpring, the Other Sweater Weather0
Spring can be such a tricky time of year, some days are bright and sunny, while others are wet and muddy. As the days start to get longer, you may be tempted to pull out all of your warm-weather wear. However, this transitional season is still prime sweater weather, unlike crisp fall days that call
READ MOREValentine’s Day Help0
- Editorials
- February 12, 2020
Y’all know I am always looking out for you. I’m of the helpful sort. So, if you haven’t found your Valentine yet, please allow me to offer up these helpful pick-up lines that are sure to help you find ‘the one’ this Valentine’s Day. • Well, here I am. What are your other two wishes?
READ MOREHow to Wear Boots this Winter0
Boots are a ubiquitous part of winter. Whether it’s snow-boots and sweats for shoveling the driveway, knee-high boots worn over skinny jeans for a night out, or duck-boots peeking out from under dress pants as you commute to the office, wearing boots is more often a functional rather than fashionable choice during these colder months.
READ MOREPIT Count slated for January 22,2020 – Volunteers, donations needed0
- Events
- January 1, 2020
On January 22, 2020, volunteers and staff of Lycoming County’s homeless service providers will distribute items to homeless adults and children during the annual point-in-time (PIT) Count. During this time, volunteers canvas the entire county to get a real-time picture of homelessness in our area and distribute hygiene items and cold-weather accessories Volunteers to help
READ MOREThe Electronics of Ice Fishing0
- Outdoors
- January 1, 2020
What does electronics have to do with ice-fishing? Well, actually quite a bit these days; in fact batteries and electronics play a big role in almost everything we do these days. Just the other day I had to get a tiny battery replaced in my wife’s car so she could start it before she goes
READ MOREWhite Elephant Gift Ideas0
- Advice
- December 25, 2019
Workplace holiday celebrations come in every shape and size, from potluck lunches to catered cocktail hours. No matter the type of shindig you have, chances are high that there is an element of gift exchange, whether it’s a Secret Santa, group gift, or a white elephant. There are several approaches you can take when shopping
READ MOREYWCA’s Hut of Hope Give Dignity to Those in Need0
- Fitness
- December 4, 2019
A new hand-crafted addition to the YWCA’s West Fourth Street location is helping those in need find dignity, hope and comfort. The YWCA’s Hut of Hope is located in front of the brick home of the YWCA, right at the sidewalk, so passersby in need have access to items likes gloves, toothpaste, deodorant and more.
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Curtin Intermediate’s #SOCKTOBER Campaign Sets New Record, Collecting 5,398 Pairs of Socks for Area’s Homeless0
- Events
- November 13, 2019
Curtin Intermediate School set a new school record during its #socktober campaign last month, having collected 5,398 pairs of socks, shattering last year’s record-setting number of 5,001. Curtin joined up with the #socktober movement six years ago, initiated by Kid President and Soul Pancake to help the homeless around the U.S., and has since collected a
READ MOREFamily Fall Wardrobe Prep0
- Advice
- October 16, 2019
Fall weather is finally here, and I’m so excited to unearth all of my sweaters, boots, and corduroys. Besides my own wardrobe, I’m also in charge of switching out my daughters’ summer apparel and getting them outfitted for the cold months ahead. My husband is left to his own devices for the most part, but
READ MOREHow to Make Summer Dresses Fall Ready0
- Advice
- August 28, 2019
With autumn just around the corner, you may be tempted to buy some new pieces for the upcoming season. And while you may need functional upgrades to your existing wardrobe for the months ahead, chances are you can still wear your favorite summertime dresses through September and into October with a few styling tricks. The
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Baseball…Then and Now0
Well it’s that time of year again. Kids are cramming to finish, or start, their Summer reading assignments. Parents are quietly looking forward to their kids getting back to school and into a daily routine. Summer is winding down. Oh, and if you are from Central Pennsylvania there is that small sporting event called the
READ MOREVacation Dressing0
Tis the season for vacays, staycays, and slaycays! Whether you’re gearing up for your annual family road trip, plan on laying low at home, or are booking an epic adventure, chances are your vacation wardrobe may be in need of a refresh. The key to building stylish vacation outfits is versatility and balancing the practical
READ MOREAndrea’s Country Home Cookin0
- Recipes
- May 22, 2019
OK, so you are slowly getting to know me. You know I am married, with kids, and love to cook. Over time, I hope for you to feel like you know me, and my personality through my writing, but let me introduce you more to two loves in my life. My son, Tyler, is nine,
READ MOREHow to Look Polished Fast0
- Outfits
- May 8, 2019
Whether you have small children or not, getting up and out of the door on time looking presentable can be a challenge. If given the time, I can turn out a polished look that is not only presentable but stylish. However, most mornings, after wrestling my daughters into their clothes, I’d much rather just go
READ MOREDressing the Family this Easter0
Growing up, each spring my mother would get me a new dress to wear on Easter Sunday. “Get” and “new” being somewhat arbitrary words, because she did not always buy a brand-new dress. Some years, I wore hand-me-downs, some years she made the dress, some years we found a secondhand dress. With two little girls
READ MOREStyle Mistakes to Avoid Over 400
- Lifestyles, Outfits
- April 3, 2019
We’ve all had those moments when looking at photos from our younger days and cringing at our style mistakes —looking at you, stirrup pants. Bad fashion in your teens and twenties can be excused by the follies of youth. However, as we get older and wiser, hopefully we have fewer cringe-inducing fashion fails. Of course,
READ MORETransitional Dressing0
We are less than a month away from daylight savings time, which in my mind is the unofficial start of spring. Of course, we all know that spring takes its time to fully emerge, making winter seem never-ending in this part of the world. It can be a challenge to dress practically, yet stylishly, this
READ MOREHow to Base Layer0
- Advice, Lifestyles
- January 23, 2019
With the end of the holiday season, we are now facing the brutal business of winter, which includes freezing temperatures, ice, snow, sleet, and wind. To survive this time of year means dressing in layers, more specifically base layers. Normally reserved for outdoor activities like hiking, climbing, and skiing, base layers are now becoming a
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The Art of the Perfect Gift0
- Gifts
- December 5, 2018
Even in a world where just about anything is a few clicks away, finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can still be a difficult task. One trick to winning the holidays is bringing back the basics by choosing presents you know your loved ones need and can actually use. Consider these crowd-pleasing
READ MOREThe Best Gift Ideas0
It would be wonderful to have the time and creative energy to come up with unique and useful gifts for everyone on your Christmas List. However, most of us need a bit of help in the present idea department. Pinterest and Instagram have a ton of way better present pics than I can ever dream
READ MORECounty Hall Corner: Not the Last Laugh0
- Local News
- November 7, 2018
It all started with Jason York, director of the Lycoming County Resource Recovery Facility, otherwise known as the County Landfill. As there are often expenditure items that need to be approved by the county commissioners, Jason is something of a regular at the weekly work and regular sessions of the Lycoming County Commissioner meetings. Jason
READ MORE‘Socktoberfest to Return to Curtin Intermediate School Community Event to Kick Off Month-Long Benefit for Area Homeless0
- Local News
- September 26, 2018
Curtin Intermediate School invites the community back to help “kick it to poverty” from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5, for its third SOCKTOBERFEST. The kickoff event once again will help launch the school’s month-long sock drive to benefit Lycoming County’s homeless. Better known as #socktober, the movement began six years ago by
READ MOREThat Back to School Feeling0
- Arts
- August 29, 2018
I just got an invite for my 20th high school reunion, so it’s safe to say it’s been quite some time since I’ve had to gear up for a new school year. However, I just can’t shake that invigorating feeling when September rolls around, the weather changes, and fall clothes go on sale. This year,
READ MOREThe Laundry Blues0
- Family
- August 15, 2018
It’s possible I made a horrible mistake when I decided to make my kids responsible for their own laundry. In theory, it was a wonderful idea as it relieved me of the dreaded chore and saved me from spending countless hours in what may be the smallest and most depressing room on earth. What’s more,
READ MOREHappy Camper0
- Family
- July 25, 2018
The kids are away at camp this week, which might explain the glorious silence in our home. The week BEFORE camp, however, qualified as pandemonium. There were monumental outbursts over the issue of procrastination, and epic battles over the sovereignty of the laundry room. We argued about what to pack and when we should leave,
READ MOREHow to Break in New Shoes0
- Outfits
- June 20, 2018
I love getting new shoes, don’t you? There’s just something about putting my best foot forward in a brand-new pair of shoes that gives me a bit of a rush. Of course, I love shoes whether it’s new strappy stilettoes for an event, or shiny new slip-ons for spring. What I don’t love is the
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