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Winner, Winner Venison Dinner 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- January 31, 2024
This is one of my favorite columns to write each and every year. We have the results of our 16th Annual Webb Weekly Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest. I am very proud of our Monster Buck Contest and the job all involved do in making this happen. Which is not me. I stay out of
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Vote, Praise, and November Days 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 1, 2023
In my office, there is a sign that says, “In This Place We Always Salute Our Flag, Support Our Troops, Buy American, Say Merry Christmas, Say One Nation Under God, Respect Our Law Enforcement,” it then states at the bottom, “If This Offends You, There’s the Door,” in small print, “As We are Obviously Politically
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Hunting, Fishing and Lovin’ Everyday 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- September 27, 2023
There’s no better time of year to get out and about and enjoy all the outdoors have to offer in our little neck of Penn’s Woods. And yes, my title is from Luke Bryan’s hit song. The lyric pretty much sums up how so many of us feel and only wish we had more time
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New CWD Rules More Convenient for Pennsylvanians Hunting Out-of-State 0
Press Release
- Outdoors
- September 27, 2023
Protecting Pennsylvania’s deer and elk from Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) remains a priority, now as ever. That hasn’t changed. But the rules for hunters who harvest those or any other cervids outside of Pennsylvania or within parts of it have. Previously, hunters were prohibited from bringing “high-risk” carcass parts from such animals taken in other
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Wildlife Exhibit at the Taber Museum 0
Press Release
- Uncategorized
- July 26, 2023
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society cordially invites the public to attend a viewing of its summer exhibit, during First Friday, August 4, 2023, from 6-8 pm. “In the Wilds of Pennsylvania and Beyond” includes taxidermy-mounted specimens and artwork from the permanent collections of the museum, as well as the
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The Roving Sportsman… Paying Tribute to the King of Gamebirds 0
Jon Pries
- Outdoors
- May 3, 2023
As you head to the woods in pursuit of a spring gobbler, there are a few things you should give some thought to. The majority of those who get up every morning well before daylight, trudge deep into the woods ahead of the sunrise, and sometimes spend countless hours in pursuit of this magnificent bird
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Zach Lynn (left) and brother Josh with the Mifflinburg fishing team.0
Scott Lowery
- Sports
- March 22, 2023
High School Fishing He’s felt the tension of playoff soccer. Enjoyed the 60-foot 6-inch challenge of trying to get a batter out. He’s experienced the excitement of sinking 3-pointers in raucous gymnasiums. But for South Williamsport senior Zach Lynn, it is the fourth sport he plays that gives him the most satisfaction. For many, the
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Eagles, Cupids, Monsters & Wizards 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- February 8, 2023
The only classified information I’m going to talk about this week is the winners of our 15th Annual Uncle Ron’s Webb Weekly Monster Buck Contest. The only person they worry about talking about the results before it’s time would be me. As most of you know, I always like discussing hunting and big bucks. This
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A Remarkable Recovery in Progress 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- January 11, 2023
What a week it was to open the New Year. Buffalo Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin in the biggest football game of the NFL season before a national audience, suffered cardiac arrest upon being hit. This showed the risk versus reward and love of the game — but to what extent that every football player faces.
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Doubling Up Dave’s Red Kettle Donation 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 30, 2022
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season are in full swing across the West Branch Valley. That means it’s time for me to go to work, ringing the bell for The Salvation Army. I’m sure most of you know the story, but for our new readers and maybe those that have forgotten, Dave Sechler
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A Veterans Day Breakfast Thanks 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 9, 2022
The nation owes a great debt to its Veterans, whose service to the nation spans every decade, every year, every day of our country’s existence. Through untold courage and sacrifice, America’s Veterans have secured the liberty which the founding fathers sought to establish, in times of darkness and danger as well as in times of
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I Like Big Bucks 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- September 28, 2022
As September comes to an end, it can mean only one thing in our little neck of Penn’s Woods, the beginning of the hunting season. And yes, my title is a play on the Sir Mix a Lot hit, “Baby Got Back.” I have already heard from many of you and witnessed for myself some
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Upcoming Deer Seasons and CWD 0
Ken Hunter
- Outdoors
- September 28, 2022
The statewide archery season is about to kick off on Oct. 1, followed by antlerless-only muzzleloader season starting on the 15th of Oct. Not far behind all of that are the regular firearms season, flintlock, and the extended firearms season. Serious deer hunters no doubt have already been preparing for the upcoming seasons, but something
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A Tradition of Passion and Compassion 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- February 2, 2022
Our 14th Annual Webb Weekly Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest is in the books. What an amazing hunting season it was. The best part for me is it’s like being a member of Pennsylvania’s largest hunting camp. I get to talk to so many folks that are passionate about God, Country, family, and, oh yes,
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Dawg Gone Good 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- December 8, 2021
What an absolutely amazing job Jersey Shore High School Football Head Coach Tom Gravish has done in building a football dynasty in Bulldogland. I have known my whole football lifetime that the Dawgs should be hanging championships on a regular basis, as have most football folks in our area. I don’t know if anybody could
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An “Oorah” Recognition, Veteran Thanksgiving, and Big Buck Repetition 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 17, 2021
My good friend Hal Gee threw me a perfect spiral a couple of weeks back to go with my Veterans Day story for 11/3. It was a beautiful pass, just like Hal and Lisa’s son Tyler throws for Coach Van Fleet and the Lancers. I’m not going to say I dropped it; I’m going with
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Tricks, Treats, and Fink Family Feats 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials, Halloween
- October 27, 2021
Happy Halloween! Please watch out for the witches, zombies, superheroes, princesses, and all looking to score a big bag of treats. What a great year to be a kid; you can Halloween in several communities due to the celebration being held on different nights. Not to mention the drive-by candy catch that is going on
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Mummers March, Counting Candy, Monster Bucks, and Time for Family 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- October 13, 2021
The only masks I will talk about this week are the ones that will be worn in celebration of the 75th Mummers’ Day Parade through Halloween. The only shots I will talk about this week are the ones that lead to a buck being entered in my favorite contest of the year. Through my eyes,
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Scoring Points for MS 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials, Outdoors
- February 3, 2021
If you like big bucks and you cannot lie, this week’s column is for you. That reference is from the Sir Mix-a-Lot hit from 1992, “Baby Got Back.” Yes, I know he’s not talking about big bucks in the song. Isn’t it funny, though, in today’s world of Google, that you read the lyrics and
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It All Adds Up 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- January 27, 2021
Although Dave Sechler left us nearly seven years ago, his work for the Lord continues through many of you. A heartfelt Webb Weekly thank you to everyone who took time the week between Christmas and New Year’s to either stop by the office and make a Red Kettle donation or drop it in the mail.
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A Veterans’ Breakfast, Monster Bucks and One Big Boy 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 4, 2020
As I am penning my article the Friday before Election Tuesday, over 67 million registered voters have already cast their ballots. A record number of Americans will vote in this election; the final tally is expected to be north of 150 million. Our Nation is expected to see 65% of those registered, vote in this
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Style File: Cabincore 0
Bernadette Ulsamer
- Advice, Fashion
- November 4, 2020
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
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Postal Gratitude and Monster Buck Attitude 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- September 30, 2020
A tip of my Webb Weekly cap with the American Flag on the side to our local postal carriers. They do a great job each and every week making sure the Webb Weekly gets delivered right to your home. I consider these fine folks my partners in business. They do the heavy lifting and delivery
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12th Annual Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- February 26, 2020
Well, it’s hard to believe that our 12th Annual Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest is in the books. The Steve Miller Band was definitely on point with the lyrics, “time keeps on slippin’, slippin’, slippin’ into the future.” This from their all-time monster hit “Fly Like an Eagle.” Appropriately, the song was released in our
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Moving Right Along…0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- January 22, 2020
It was great to hear from so many about last week’s column, “A Politically Balanced Upbringing.” I always enjoy hearing stories about my Father, but thank you to all that reached out about my Grandfather, Pappy Maietta. Through my conversations, I even uncovered some old photos of the Newberry Diner and Lycoming Sales and Leasing.
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A Veterans Day Appreciation and Monster Buck Anticipation 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- November 6, 2019
“Sign, sign, everywhere a sign, they’re blockin’ out the scenery, breakin’ my mind. Do this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign?” You know I like musical references, and this seemed like the perfect one. It’s time to take down all those roadside election signs. A message to the candidates and their supporters, please
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A Trophy Year 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials, Outdoors
- February 6, 2019
What a year it was for our 11th Annual Webb Weekly – Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest. If you remember, we renamed the contest in honor of my Uncle Ron Maietta who left us this past year for the big hunting ground in the sky, and Ron Mingle’s family who are fighting the same battle
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Land of the Free and Home of Some Monster Bucks 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials, Hunting, Politics
- November 14, 2018
We are so truly blessed to live in the greatest Country in the world. Like I always say, there’s a reason everybody is fighting to get in, and no one is choosing to leave. Although some Hollywood elitists do make the idle threat of leaving our Country, they never do. However, they may change their
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Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- October 10, 2018
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year if you’re passionate about getting out and hunting Penns Woods. The 11th annual Webb Weekly Monster Buck Contest is officially underway as some big bruisers have already been checked in. My favorite contest of the year will run right on through the finish of the Black Powder
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Turkey Options 0
Webb Weekly
- Outdoors
- April 4, 2018
It is said by many that, “The wild turkey is the greatest American game bird.” Certainly grouse and woodcock hunters, as well as those who prefer quail or waterfowl, might disagree. But, considering the fact that a huntable population of wild turkeys now exists in all 48 of the continental states and Hawaii, their numbers
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Enjoying Penns Woods Traditions 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- February 28, 2018
Well, it’s great to see the month of March just on the horizon. Before you know it everybody will be migrating back outside. The baseball, softball, and soccer fields will come to life. Everybody will resume those warm weather activities we love in the West Branch Valley. We’re only a few days away from the
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A Most Wonderful Time of Year!0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- December 13, 2017
The days are flying by faster than Santa’s reindeer on Christmas Eve. Can you believe there are less than two weeks until Christmas Day? I guess I better get started on that Christmas shopping; I have been known to wait until the last minute. I have often thought a great plan would be to push
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Under the October Sky 0
Jim Webb
- Editorials
- October 18, 2017
The third Saturday in October can mean just one thing in these parts — the Mummers’ Parade in Southside. Hard for me to believe this year marks the 72nd anniversary of the Autumn event. It seems like only yesterday I couldn’t wait for the parade to begin and to gather up all the candy possible.
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