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  • LLWS Wrap0

    I want to congratulate my friends at Little League International. The 2023 Little League World Series was off the charts. Thanks for another great experience. The tournament gets better and better. Jensen and Grandpa Mike made it over to the complex on a few occasions. Hopefully, they will continue this tradition. We are all proud

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  • The Solid Rock Principle of Worship0

    This is the third article in The Solid Rock Principles of Jesus series. Previous articles are always available at http://www.webbweekly.com. Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Fall Food Plots0

    Where 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

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  • Living the Little League Pledge0

    A major league welcome to everyone visiting our little corner of God’s green Earth for the Little League World Series. Congratulations to all the players, parents, and fans as you complete this amazing journey. Baseball is a game woven into the very fabric that makes up our Nation. It can be found within every stitch

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  • Play Ball!

    Play Ball!0

    Every year, I mention that I think of the Little League World Series as the unofficial end of summer. Normally, I see that unofficial end coming, but I’ve got to be honest: it’s really snuck up on me this year. I can’t remember the last time that summer has felt so short! But, since this

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  • Bitburg Returns0

    The members of the 1973 Bitburg, Germany Little League team were not yet born when Dean Martin’s 1956 hit song “Memories Are Made of This” spent six weeks atop the pop charts. But fifty years after their appearance in the Little League World Series, the title of that song will serve as the central theme

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  • Play Ball

    Play Ball0

    I would personally like to congratulate ALL of the teams who made it to the 2023 Little League World Series. Kudos to you and your families. This is a highlight for me as our lovely landscape provides the backdrop for an incredible sporting showcase. I look forward to heading over to Lamade and Volunteer for

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  • The Roving Sportsman… Take Tick Awareness Seriously!0

    For anyone about to spend an increasing amount of time in the out of doors in the upcoming months, it is only a matter of time until you come in contact with ticks. Whether you are fishing at your favorite mountain stream, preseason scouting for this coming fall, or working on food plots according to

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  • A New School Year is Coming

    A New School Year is Coming0

    OK, OK, don’t come for me, but it’s getting to be that time. No one likes it, no one wants to think about it, but the new school year is right around the corner. Believe it or not, we are just a couple of weeks out from the first Friday Night Lights. While summer break

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  • LH Jams Festival 20230

    It’s that time again, the LH Jams Festival is back in Lock Haven! “We are busy pulling together a great schedule of vendors, artists, and musicians for the 8th annual LH JAMS summer festival!” said Steve Getz, LH JAMS Director and CCAC Board President. “Last year’s festival set attendance records along with our expanded schedule

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  • The World of Weird Words0

    By Joseph W. Smith III Last week, I celebrated the 10th “Weird Words” column with a selection of 10-letter terms. Having thus observed my minor milestone, this week’s installment is devoted to something without which I could never do these pieces: the English dictionary. Back in pre-internet days, when folks always needed books or libraries

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  • Annual Grand Slam Parade Steps Off At 5:30 p.m. August 140

    The streets of Williamsport will once again be filled with marching bands, various musical units, and lots of unique floats, and all 20 teams participating in this year’s Little League World Series when the annual Grand Slam Parade steps off at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, August 14. This year’s parade is highlighted by the presence

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  • You’re Doing a Great Job, Joe!0

    One 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

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  • Let’s Talk Crafts0

    Did 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

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  • Special First Friday This Friday, August 40

    The First Friday celebrations each month have been highly anticipated events for more than 20 years. This Friday’s event promises to be an extra special one. August is the month Lycoming Arts Celebrates Williamsport Lycoming Arts Council/LYCOMING ARTS celebrates 63 years (founded 1960), and they also celebrate 23 years of presenting Williamsport First Friday. August

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  • Electric Eels and Platypuses in the Susquehanna!0

    So, I recently told you all I had lots of stories to tell you that happened over our ten-day vacation at the river. I told you two so far over the past two weeks. These next few things happened when we were at the river over the Fourth and were so good that I just

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  • “Pops at Pepper Street” Concert set for August 5

    “Pops at Pepper Street” Concert set for August 50

    Muncy Historical Society will host the Uptown Music Collective for the first time at its “Pops at Pepper Street” free concert. Bring your family, pack your chairs and blankets, and head out for an evening of priceless music! As the sun sets, relax, enjoy and share in the fun-filled, community-oriented public experience of this live,

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  • Surf, Sand and Baseball0

    It’s great to be back on page 2 as we close out July. Thank you to Editor Steph and my entire staff for the great job they do. This allows me to get away here and there and enjoy this amazing Nation we live in. One of the topics Steph hit upon last week was

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  • Shameless Promotion

    Shameless Promotion0

    One of the best parts of my job is that Jimmy lets me write about just about anything that I want to. So that means if I want to use my space to shamelessly promote something amazing that a friend or family member is doing, he’s cool with it. So that’s what we are going

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  • The Bookworm Sez: “What the Dead Know: Learning about Life as a New York City Death Investigator” by Barbara Butcher

    The Bookworm Sez: “What the Dead Know: Learning about Life as a New York City Death Investigator” by Barbara Butcher0

    Dead men don’t tell tales. Their voices are forever silenced, their fingers will never point to what happened to them or why. Their eyes will never widen in fear or anticipation, or glance in the direction of the guilty. Dead men don’t tell tales but, as in the new book “What the Dead Know” by

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  • Six Secrets for Your Best Complexion0

    Beauty trends, like fashion trends, tend to be cyclic, waning in and out, then resurging every few years. For the past several years, beauty trended toward the multi-step, multi-product, maximalist approach. You may have heard of the 10-step Korean Skincare Systems or having a variety of single-use products for specific parts of the face. Well,

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  • The WCC Invite

    The WCC Invite0

    It’s a great time of year as I set my alarm for 4 a.m. No. Not to do anything important. The British Open is LIVE in the early morn. There is something about watching golf before the sun. Links golf is a different animal. Mother Nature plays a huge part. Beware of the wind. Perhaps

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  • “Matilda” The Musical To Be Presented At Community Arts Center July 21 to 230

    “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

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  • How to Avoid Food Poisoning When Grilling This Summer

    How to Avoid Food Poisoning When Grilling This Summer0

    • July 19, 2023

    Cooking over an open flame produces a unique flavor that’s difficult to match. The smoky flavor of grilled foods is hard to resist, especially on summer nights that seem tailor-made for cooking and dining outside. Cooking over a flame comes with certain safety risks, and those risks are easily mitigated with some simple strategies. It’s

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  • County Hall Corner: Why Does a Congressman Cross the Road?0

    Every person who has ever lived is a unique human being. We have fingerprints that are individual to us, but it is also true that the iris of our eyes, the rim of our ears, our tongue, our toes, our teeth — all are ours and ours alone. Yet, we also have a strong inner

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  • The Basics of Raw Honey

    The Basics of Raw Honey0

    • July 19, 2023

    Honey is an unsung hero of the pantry. Honey may not feature as the main ingredient in many dishes, but it’s often utilized to add flavor. And when stricken with sore throats, many people turn to honey to help alleviate that discomfort. Despite its utility, honey does not garner much consideration from the average consumer.

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  • Baby, It’s Hot Outside0

    The 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,

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  • Spend a Weekend in Historic Muncy0

    The quaint and beautiful river town of Muncy once again is the setting for the Muncy Historical Society’s annual Quilt & Textile Show. Slated for July 14-15, visitors will have the opportunity to view antique, vintage, and modern quilts and woven textiles at the Show in the Celebration Centre and Living Water Cafe, at the

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  • Family Fun with a Pop Kid-friendly snacks and treats perfect for sharing0

    When 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

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  • Travel Outfits0

    Now when you first think “travel outfit,” you may be thinking of what to pack, as in a vacation wardrobe. Sure, it’s preferable to spend time deliberating on the best summer dress for vacay cocktails or a new flattering swimsuit to wear on the beach because those are the fun parts, the reason for traveling

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  • Summer 2023 Movies0

    Theater 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

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  • Three Tips for Creating a Summer of Unplugged Fun

    Three Tips for Creating a Summer of Unplugged Fun0

    Between school, work and entertainment, there are times when screens can seem like a pervasive part of modern life. For all the positive aspects of technology, there can also be a desire for children to have stretches of unplugged learning and participate in educational activities that do not require a screen. Why Unplugged Learning Matters

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  • County Hall Corner: Straight Talk About the Russia/Ukraine War0

    The recent almost-but-not-quite coup that popped up in Russia brings this conflict back on the public screen in America, but we should be more focused on it for other reasons. Our country is deep in the Ukrainian conflict, and yet what we really know about what is happening is quite sketchy. Our country has poured

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