After the mortgage, utility costs, including electricity, likely make up one of the most significant portions of monthly budgets for the typical American household. In fact, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average residential electric bill in the United States is $143. However, reducing your family’s energy costs is possible by
READ MOREMold is a type of fungi that is found both indoors and outdoors. When mold grows inside, the health of people who spend time in the home or business where it grows can be in jeopardy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, moldy environments may cause stuffy nose, wheezing, red or itchy
READ MORESchool may have started, but summer is not over just yet. Weather-wise, we can be looking at high temps, bright sunshine, and humid days well into October. So, while you may be ready to bust out your autumnal beauty routine, we still have several weeks to eke out the last of our summertime cosmetics. The
READ MOREEarly fall is typically a dead time at the movies. So now that Tom Cruise’s latest vehicle is no longer showing, your Webb critic offers a few of the actor’s other titles to tide you over till Kenneth Branagh’s “Haunting in Venice,” Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” and Ridley Scott’s “Napoleon” later this
READ MOREI’ll never forget that September day as long as I live. All of us (who were old enough at the time) will remember just how devastating that day was. Even at sixteen years old, my heart hurt that day. Watching the news on TV in history class and seeing people jumping from the burning buildings
READ MOREWe are at No. 14 in these ongoing columns about oddball vocabulary; so here are 14 more weird words for your week. These are, incidentally, all nouns unless otherwise noted; and since most have fairly instinctive pronunciation, I left that out too, except where needed. Arsole – While it sounds indecent and is not listed
READ MOREBefore the end zone dances and sideline celebrations, settling in for a winning game day experience starts with delicious foods. Whether your football parties take place at home, in the backyard or right outside the stadium, kicking it off with savory appetizers can get the crowd on its feet. Keep your game plan simple this
READ MOREWhere has the time gone? Summer seems to have slipped away as August is ending, and on September 23, fall officially begins! Several weeks ago, I did plant a fall blend of seeds to create several food plots for deer. The mix included wheat, rye, oats, winter peas, crimson clover, radish, collard, turnip, beets, and
READ MORENancy Grauso-Eby, D.O. UPMC Primary Care August can be a hectic and stressful, yet exciting time of year for children and parents. You’re rushing around to make sure they have new school supplies, meeting new teachers, and adopting and adjusting to a new schedule. With so much “new” going on, let’s help make sure your
READ MOREBetween morning routines, days spent in the classroom, extracurriculars and homework, it may seem like there’s never enough time in the day during the school year. However, making time for tasty meals and snacks doesn’t have to be another burden on jam-packed schedules. These quick recipes for a flavorful twist on a breakfast favorite, easy-to-make
READ MOREAs I’m sitting there looking at the window, it’s much higher than I pictured. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy. But if you know me, you know I am a pretty determined person and won’t give up easily. I evaluated the situation and started looking around. We have two matching outdoor chairs with
READ MOREThere’s right. And there’s wrong. You know the difference, even if you can’t or don’t want to know. One is more exciting, fun, more profitable, and easier to do. The other is hard, and can leave you holding an empty bag but a fuller heart. So, which do you choose? Or, as in the new
READ MOREThis is the last of the stories from our staycation at the river, except this one didn’t actually happen at the river. In ten days with four people, you sure can accumulate lots of towels and dirty clothes. Obviously, we have no washer and dryer in the camper, so the past few years, over our
READ MOREOne of the things that keeps coming up in my conversations with people is the kill them with kindness approach. I have written about the division within our Nation and how people are getting paid a whole lot of money to drive that division. I have tried to suggest applying common sense and reason as
READ MOREDid you know that Pennsylvania has more breweries than almost every other state in the US? We are second only to California. It works out to just over five breweries per 100,000 adults over the age of 21 in the state. If you are a fan of craft beer, there is little better place to
READ MOREWe’ve reached the part of the summer where it’s virtually impossible to go outside without feeling sweaty and sticky in all of the wrong places. There are lots of tricks and tips for staying cool, like putting ice in front of a fan, staying hydrated, eating lighter meals. Your wardrobe can also help you keep
READ MOREMy wife gives away her Southern roots from time to time with her vocabulary, such as when she uses a word like “catawampus.” It means “all screwed up.” I think we might be looking at a “Catawampus Congress” in Harrisburg these days. It started with convening the 2023-2024 legislation session of the General Assembly of
READ MOREThe folks at the Clinton County Fair are hoping for a wonderful way to celebrate their 50th anniversary this year as the Fair takes place July 29th to August 5th at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. The Fair was born as a result of several meetings between 1971 and April 1973. In August of 1972, this
READ MOREGoing through school wasn’t easy for me. Learning never came easy, and I had some major struggles. I dreaded most school days and went to the nurse’s office saying I was sick pretty often just to try and get out of school in my younger years. Certain years were worse than others because of teachers.
READ MORESummertime celebrations with friends, family and neighbors are a perfect way to enjoy the sunshine, warm weather and camaraderie. To satisfy a hungry crowd, though, you’ll need recipes fit for the occasion. Turn to a versatile signature ingredient like Grapes from California, which can be used in dishes of all kinds from refreshing salads and
READ MORE“She felt fairly confident that with a great deal of practice and effort, she would succeed in the end.” ~ Matilda Roald Dahl is one of the most beloved authors of children’s books. One of his most popular works, “Matilda,” was adapted into a Tony Award Winning Broadway musical. The Lycoming College Summer Stock Program
READ MOREBoy, do I have some fun stories to share with you all! It’s been two weeks since I’ve written a column. I got an extra one done before our ten-day vacation, and a lot has happened since. I think this week, I am going to start with the day we were leaving for the river.
READ MOREI used to be a fan of summer, but I don’t do well in the heat. I am a big guy who tends to sweat, and I no longer wear gray tees. Temperatures are now in the 90s. It’s miserable. The humidity is what kills me. I prefer to stay home. I am not a
READ MOREHomeowners’ fasciation with a lush, green lawn is something that has developed over time and is still “growing” strong. According to a 2019 survey conducted on behalf of the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 81 percent of all Americans had lawns and 79 percent said a lawn is an important feature when buying or renting
READ MOREEating healthy is a priority for many Americans but knowing where to start and with what foods may be a little trickier. One way to level up the nutritional value of your meals is to better understand whole grains and why they are important for a heart-healthy diet. As a key feature of heart-healthy diets,
READ MOREThe middle of July can mean just one thing in these parts; it’s time for the Lycoming County Fair. Th is especially holds true in the eastern end of the county. What a great All-American event that celebrates the area we call home. This week’s cover informed me this is the 152nd celebration of farming,
READ MOREIt was July 22nd, and hotter than you could imagine. The day of my motorcycle test. What was I thinking about booking the test in mid-summer? I hate the heat. The heat plus my nerves made a recipe for disaster that day, but I made it! Let me tell you about it. I remember that
READ MOREWhen hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip up a tasty treat for all to enjoy. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or watching favorite movies, turn to an ingredient like popcorn that encourages creativity. Plus, it’s a delicious way
READ MOREMy life-long affiliation with and enjoyment of baseball and basketball has included decades of coaching the games I love. Those years have also included several seasons of umpiring games at various levels of play. While coaching decisions are sometimes questioned by the game’s fans, such differences of opinion are often greatly overshadowed when it comes
READ MORETheater or Stream? I am not a huge fan of movie theaters. They are cold, the seats usually aren’t very comfy, and the snacks are expensive. I did go to a theater in State College once that had recliners that I think should become the standard for all theaters. That being said, there are some
READ MOREThis week we are celebrating the July 4th holiday, and one event associated with that is also taking place this week — the annual Jersey Shore Town Meeting. It is one of the highlights of the week taking place locally. This event has been taking place for more than 60 years. According to Kevin Koch,
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