Webb Weekly March 4, 2026

A Great and Golden Triumph Courtesy of USA Hockey

Ideclare February 22nd National Hockey Day across the USA. A day to celebrate the proud, hardworking commitment made on the ice for decades by those who wear the USA across their chest. This day, as most of you know, produced the rst Miracle on Ice in 1980. When Coach Herb Brooks’ group of college kids, who nobody believed had a chance, defeated the Soviet Union in the semi nals being held at the Winter Olympics in Lake Placid.

The names Mike Eruzione who scored the winning goal against the much older Soviet professional hockey players; Jim Craig, who did an amazing ob as goaltender throughout the Olympic tournament; and Mark ohnson, who was the leading scorer for the team during the games, etched in American history forever. The event occurred at a most needed time and immediately lifted our national spirit in a legendary way.

The team won the gold medal after falling behind to Finland, scoring three goals in the nal period to create the memorable celebration on the podium that no one will ever forget.

The story of the 1980 USA Hockey Team was captured in the movie Miracle,” in which Kurt Russell played the part

of Coach Herb Brooks. It was an instant classic among sports fans, and as the decades have passed, I’ve heard younger Americans refer to the team’s coach as Kurt Russell.

Since that special February 22nd, it was 46 years to the date until the USA men wore Olympic Gold around their necks again.

Although the National Hockey League is at home in the United States and Canada, Olympic hockey history has been dominated by the Canadians and the Soviet Bloc nations. They have accounted for 18 Olympic titles, winning nine each.

Compared to the USA Hockey’s total of three, the other one came in 1960 against Canada.

Olympic hockey has changed over the years; it’s now the best professionals from the nations represented at the games, including our Country. American Hockey has come a long way with steady growth, and this year s Miracle on Ice was a bit di erent, but equally worthy of the celebration forged in the pride of being American.

Until the nal shot o the stick of ack Hughes ended up in the back of the net, it looked like Canada would prevail somehow in overtime. Hughes plays for the

New Jersey Devils and, with his e orts, lost a couple of teeth, which made for a perfect interview after the game.

This year’s Head Coach, Mike Sullivan, is from the New York Rangers and did a remarkable ob. As did the Most Valuable Player of this year’s games, goalie Connor Hellebuyck, who was absolutely sensational, stopping 41 of 42 shots, many at point-blank range in the last 5 minutes of regulation that seemed destined for Canadian Gold. The team also featured Quinn Hughes, who was the USA’s leading scorer at the Olympiad and ack s brother. What’s more American than one set of brothers on a hockey team? How about two, as Matthew and Brady Tkachuk also played key roles.

This year’s USA celebration on ice was more dramatic than the 1980s as it took that overtime goal in sudden death. Hellebuyck, wearing the American ag, was interchangeable with Jim Craig’s image from 1980, but at one point, I counted four American ags draped around the shoulders of Americans and one extra USA Jersey on the ice this year. That of number 13 ohnny Goudreau, who tragically died in 2024, his teammates honoring their fallen brother by circling the ice carrying his ersey. His parents were in attendance, celebrating the American accomplishment as tears ran down their

cheeks. I’m sure the movie honoring this year’s team and the complete story is already in the making.

Team USA celebrated gold together in Italy in all the right ways. They talked about their amazing Nation and the honor to play for Team USA. They talked about how blessed they are to win Gold against the great Canadian Team.

They talked about that hard work, commitment, and love of Country I began the article with. And ust how important everyone, from the time they were very young playing on a frozen pond, to this point in the ourney, has been.

They celebrated with their families, parents, coaches, loved ones, and American fans.

Most impressive was their understanding of the moment and how they represented every town, state, and individual that the USA across their chest stands for and represents. This celebration continued back to Miami and then to Washington, D.C., and would still be going on, but they had to report back to their NHL teams to resume the season.

I wish every athlete who earns and accepts the honor to compete for Team USA had this understanding. Whether it is an individual or team sport, it’s not about you, it’s about US, as in United States of America. This is not a time for political statement, personal agenda, or social media views. This is a time to represent the great country you’re blessed to call home. God Bless America.

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From the Editor…

Welcome March!

As I sit at my desk to write this article, it’s not quite March. ThisClose. Almost there. I can practically touch it! And let me tell you, I am more than ready. By the time you read this, we’ll be just a couple of days from daylight saving time. I don’t know that I have ever been more ready to spring forward in my life.

I’m not sure what’s been in the air this winter, but it’s been rough, and I am happy to be seeing the other side.

I’m not naïve though. I know that second winter may be right around the corner waiting to pounce, but just knowing the end is near is enough to raise my spirits and mood a bit.

As we transition into spring it’s time to start thinking about lighter spring and summer meals. Not only because it always feels a little o to each chilis and stews in warmer weather, but it’s also time to think about wearing shorts and tank tops and, for me, eating a few too many carbs this winter is catching up, so it’s time ease up and eat a little heathier. I found this recipe for chicken tacos that sound amazing, light, and fresh. Perfect for a spring Sunday dinner! The only thing I will be changing about the recipe, is I’ll be replacing the cilantro with parsley, because cilantro tastes like soap. If you don’t have that gene, eat your Irish Spring to your heart’s content! Otherwise, leave it out or replace it with

parsley.

Ground Chicken Tacos with Creamy Salsa

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

• 1/2 cup chopped onion

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• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (recommended: Frank’s Red Hot)

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon coriander

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 1 tablespoon (1 packet) sazon seasoning

• 1 pound ground chicken

2 teaspoons our

• 1 cup chicken stock

• 12 taco shells, kept warm in a 200 degree oven

• Shredded lettuce, for serving

• Creamy Salsa, for serving, recipe follows Creamy Salsa:

• 4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves (or parsley, because — soap)

1/4 cup nely chopped red onion

1 alapeno, seeded and nely chopped

1 scallion, nely chopped

• 1 cup sour cream

In a large sauté pan with straight sides over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the red and green bell pepper, onion and then season with salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender then add the garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and sazon seasoning. Cook for a minute or so then add the ground chicken and cook, breaking up the chicken with a wooden spoon while stirring. Make sure to really break up the ground chicken on this step so there are no large clumps.

Once the chicken is cooked through, sprinkle the our over the top and stir while cooking to allow the our to blend into the chicken for a few minutes. Add the chicken stock then raise the heat to a simmer and cook until the stock thickens a bit, about 4 to 5 minutes. Serve in warm taco shells topped with shredded lettuce and a dollop of Creamy Salsa.

Creamy Salsa:

Yield: 1 1/2 cups.

Combine the tomatoes, cilantro/parsley, red onion, jalapeno, scallion, sour cream hot sauce, garlic powder, and lime juice in a medium bowl. Stir to combine, then season with salt and pepper to taste, and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

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Lunch Food and Dessert Items will be sold by the church Come ready to eat and shop from some of our area’s finest Artisans

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Raise the Region Fundraiser to Take Place March 11 and 12

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

This area is blessed with many ne and e ective non-pro t organizations that do a wide variety of bene cial work for the people of this area, but to do so, they require nancial support. This support provides the lifeblood for these ne organizations to do their bene cial work for others. Raise the Region®, taking place March 11 and 12, will help to provide this nancial lifeblood.

including stretching donations and cash prizes, inspires charitable contributions and demonstrates the transformative impact of investing locally. By participating in this focused campaign, nonpro ts increase their online presence, raise awareness for their missions, and secure much-needed resources to strengthen communities and thrive throughout the year.

Raise the Region® is a powerful 30hour online giving campaign that unites community members in supporting local nonpro ts. This initiative is designed to highlight and empower the vital work of these organizations, enabling them to address the growing needs of North Central Pennsylvania and create more vibrant communities.

Organized by the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, Raise the Region® fosters individual giving through a strategic and uni ed e ort that bene ts participating nonpro ts. Generous support from Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships,

Raise the Region® continues to bring our communities together. Over the years, it has become a cornerstone fundraiser for many local nonpro ts, giving donors a meaningful way to support a wide range of causes across the region. It s more than fundraising it s a celebration of the generosity that makes our communities thrive, Erin Ruhl, Director of Community Engagement for the First Community Foundation of Pennsylvania, told Webb Weekly She said, What began in 2013 as a bold vision to unite our community through giving has grown into the transformative 30-hour event we know today. Raise the Region® harnesses the power of collective generosity to strengthen local nonpro ts,

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support vital programs, and make a lasting di erence in the lives of people throughout our region.

During Raise the Region®, the spirit of giving lls every corner of our communities. For 30 hours, neighbors, friends, and organizations come together with one shared goal: to uplift local nonpro ts and drive meaningful change. Every contribution, whether large or small, reminds us of what we can accomplish when we give as one, stated Ruhl.

The role of donors is not to be underestimated according to her.

Donors are the lifeblood of Raise the Region®. Their generosity turns commitment into action, fueling local nonpro ts and delivering hope where it s needed most. Every gift helps build a stronger, more vibrant region together, we can achieve extraordinary things, Ruhl said.

According to her, Raise the Region® thrives because of the incredible support from our sponsors. Their generosity magni es the impact of every donation, helping nonpro ts serve our communities in deeper, more meaningful ways. A heartfelt thank-you to our presenting sponsor, Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships, for your dedication and commitment to strengthening our region it makes this event possible.

Highlights:

Raise the Region® began in 2013. In its inaugural year, 161 nonpro ts participated, raising a total of $878,526.

In 2013, the concept of a day of giving was an emerging trend among community foundations across the country. FCFP partnered with the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships to create Raise the Region® To date, the program has raised $21 million.

Every gift made during RTR will be increased by a portion of Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships Stretch Funds. Nonpro ts will also compete for approximately $125,000 in prize money.

The day is a celebration of philanthropy, with 350 nonpro ts serving Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Tioga, and Union counties participating in Raise the Region® 2026.

Raise the Region® begins on Wednesday, March 11th, at 6 p.m. The 30hour program will continue until midnight on Thursday, March 12th. Gifts are made with a ma or credit card at www.raisetheregion.org

Every nonpro t creates and builds its own page. Donors can learn about each nonpro t through its individual page. Donors can also search for nonpro ts by name or category.

The Williamsport Home’s Woodland Heights and Woodland Vista Personal Care Apartments and Suites offer tailored care for seniors who want to live independently but may need support with everyday tasks like medication management, bathing, or dressing. Our certified staff will work with you and your family to develop a personalized care plan that caters to your specific needs while making sure you retain as much independence as you desire.

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Williamsport Sun March 8, 1918

Petition Asks for Canal to be Rebuilt

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

Apetition is being circulated now to rebuild a portion of the old Pennsylvania Canal. The petition will have to be signed by a sufficient number of merchants and other businessmen of the territory through which the canal would pass to show that the public really wants it to be rebuilt.

It is planned to have a meeting of the Old Boatmen of Central Pennsylvania in the near future. The process of securing the signatures for the petition is a long and tedious task, as it will have to be taken as far as Havre De Grasse, Maryland.

After the sufficient number of signatures is acquired, the petition will be sent to the legislature at Harrisburg and then to Washington. When it will

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reach Washington will depend on the promptness of the body at Harrisburg. No doubt the businessmen and other merchants will be much interested in the restoration of the great waterway but it may not receive favor with the railroad companies.

Locks and aqueducts would have to be rebuilt. Transportation by canal rather rail would probably be cheaper.

It would take a huge sum of money and a great deal of time for the reconstruction work.

It is not likely that the canal would run through Williamsport, if it were rebuilt, because the industry of the city would not warrant it.

In the days of the old canal the lumber industry was a drawing card for the canal, and perhaps the new one would extend no further than Wilkes-Barre.

OBITUARIES

~ Week of ~

February 23rd-February 27th

Sandra Kay Duck, 87, of Mill Hall

Harry A. Rhian III “Sonny”, of South Williamsport

Jewel M. (Stiber) Steimling, 91, of Williamsport

Connie Reeder, 85, of Lock Haven

Sharon L. Short, 66, of Loyalsock Twp.

Allen J. Kreamer, 70, of Queens Run

Jonette Crossley, 43, of Montoursville

Dale E. Tubbs, 71, of Muncy

Lois L. Renn, 90, of Muncy

Lesli K. Riggle, 68, of Williamsport

Tyler James Steves, 28

Garnetta C. Kimble, 90, of State College

Ronald James Jodun, 91, of Flemington

Beverly V. Todd, 61, of Jersey Shore

Dr. Elmer C. Morrow, 98, of Williamsport

Donald Eugene Dingle, 59, of Lewisburg

Robert E. “Bob” Little, 99, of Muncy

Mary Hutchison, 90

Mary A. Sholder, 102, of Williamsport

Meredith Lowry DO, 71, formerly of Loyalsock

Jerry George Frear, Sr., 79, of Williamsport

Scott L Heimer, 74

Rose M. Beaver, 82, of New Columbia

William F. Peters, Jr. (“Ted”), 88, of Muncy

Phyllis M. (Mahonski) Griggs, 99, of South Williamsport

Norma L. Long, 86, of Lock Haven

Harold E. Keefer, 78, of Watsontown

June M. Sayre, 92, of Hughesville

Barbara A. Ferguson, 87, of Watsontown

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Lord, Give Me a Sign

have been thinking and praying, and praying and thinking, a lot lately about a tough decision. I was torn and really searching for a sign. I gave myself a timeline and kept asking God for clarity.

Pastor Tim has always said that God hears all prayers. Sometimes it is a yes, sometimes it is a no, and sometimes it is a “wait.” I will be honest; I do not like waiting very much. But in time, I was given my sign.

On the day I told myself I needed to decide; I went for a run to clear my head. I put on the “Bussin’ with the Boys” podcast featuring Bryce Harper, just something to take my mind o it. Bryce, my favorite player, was talking about life, baseball, guy stu , ust being Bryce Harper.

Then he said this:

“Being a dad is the greatest job in the world. A game is gonna be a game and not be there forever…I would give away every single one

of my hits for my kid to be successful.”

Wow. That was my sign. I have officially stepped down as the head coach at Loyalsock.

If Bryce Harper, who is at the top of his sport, an AllStar, an MVP, and a Home Run Derby champion, says his favorite thing in life is his kids, that is powerful. It helped me realize that my family team is the most important team I will ever be part of. Lauren, Beau, and Buck, I love you guys.

Loyalsock, thank you for giving me the opportunity to live out a dream and coach at my alma mater. Being part of Loyalsock Baseball since 2012, rst as a player and then as a coach, has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. Not everyone gets the chance to come back home and pour into a program that meant so much to

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them. I will forever be grateful for that opportunity.

The last four years have changed me. I have grown as a coach, as a leader, and most importantly as a man. The relationships built, the battles competed, and the memories made will stay with me forever.

My desire now is rooted in being the best dad in the world to Beau. I know this is the right decision for my family and me.

Thank you to Loyalsock for the support and for allowing me to be part of something bigger than myself.

This was not an easy decision, but it is a clear one. I have peace with it.

I have made many decisions in my life based on sports and their schedules. I am excited to shift that focus. Beau’s schedule is now Lauren’s and my schedule, and that sounds pretty dang neat.

The other night, after work instead of practice, which I truly love, I was home. We had Beau lying on

the oor playing with his toys. He was batting at them and getting so excited. It was a special moment between Lauren, Beau, and me. I would have missed that if I were at baseball. I truly believe that was a core memory, a great family moment I will never forget.

To all my former players and coaches, thank you. It was an honor to be part of America’s pastime with you and, as one of my former teammates used to say, to play a kid’s game in God’s kingdom.

Loyalsock is in good hands with current interim head coach Mike Frederick. He is a great guy, and I know he wants what is best for the program. Good luck to the Lancers this year. If you have some free time and want to get out and about, head to the newly renovated Lancer Baseball eld and catch a game.

This is not goodbye, Loyalsock. It’s, see you later.

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. ~ Matthew 6:21

*This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as advice. If you or someone you know is in crisis, seek professional help immediately.

Journey Bank Community Arts Center in Williamsport will be hosting speaker Duane Kyles for an event, The Greatness of Hope: A Community Night of Encour-

agement, on Tuesday, March 24th at 7:30PM. The event, in partnership with NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Northcentral PA, is FREE to the community thanks to the Doherty & Kelley families, who are key sponsors. The Doherty and Kelley families are underwriting this in memory of their father, Doug Doherty.

This presentation focuses on teen

mental health, which is a critical and urgent issue. Nationally, nearly 1 in 3 adolescents report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and over 20% of teens have seriously considered attempting suicide. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death among youth and young adults. These statistics highlight the importance of early education, open conversation, and strong community support systems to help teens feel seen, valued, and supported.

“It’s easy to get lost in all of the noise constantly around us”, said Krista Snyder, NAMI of Northcentral Pa volunteer. “It can be hard to hear yourself, nd your voice, and use it. Our community has a bigger support system and supports each other more than most ever see. This is an opportunity to say to everyone, we hear you, your voice matters, you are important. We step up for each other, and when you feel silenced, we still want to hear you. We want to be a part of the hope o ered. Stigma grows in silence and darkness. We want to o er space to be heard and to be a light.”

According to his website, Kyles is on

a mission to help students live out their greatness and choose hope by reducing the silent weight of insecurity, isolation, and despair that too often leads young people to consider suicide. “I speak life, teach practical mental-wellness tools, and remind students they matter,” writes Kyles. Snyder goes on to say, “Duane’s talk will be focusing on bullying, hope, ending the mental health stigma, and the importance of connections. We are focusing on turning pain into purpose and nding what our purpose is. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 49,000 people committed suicide in 2023, which is 1 death every 11 minutes. In addition, 12.8 million seriously thought about committing suicide. In 2024, U.S. suicide rates climbed to levels not seen since 1941, where the age-adjusted rate climbed to 14.7 deaths per 100,000 people and exceeded 49,300 in total. 2025 and 2026 show similar numbers, indicating little relief in the near future. “Events like this simply aren’t possible without our community partners stepping up in so many di erent ways, said Rachel Baker, NAMI of North Central Pa President. “This event is personal to me because mental illness doesn’t exist in isolation. It lives in our homes, our families, and our communities. Too

many people around us are quietly carrying heavy battles believing they are alone or under. This gathering is our way of saying you matter, you are supported, and you don’t have to do this by yourself. When we show up together, we replace shame with hope and silence with connection. By surrounding our neighbors with resources, compassion, and understanding, we begin to break the stigma and remind them that there is strength in being seen, heard, and held by a community that cares.”

“Mental health and wellness impact our very core,” said Kathy Snyder, NAMI secretary. “It helps us articulate who we are, our purpose, and insights to being con dent and leads to stronger families, impacts our workplace, strengthens our communities. When we come together to remove past stigmas and barriers, we can recognize the strengths of each individual and strive for wholeness. Our adolescents and teens have more distractions than ever.

The noise of social media, demands of school, sports, activities, and peers creates a heavy weight to carry. It’s important to educate ourselves on how we can help, what to say, signs to look for, and how to encourage. It helps us all be better and to be that supportive community who can convey, You Are Not Alone.”

suicide, and most people know at least one person who has taken their own life.

In our region, numbers are up, which concerns local authorities. “While serving as EMT, Registered Nurse, and Coroner, I have looked at all unnatural deaths trying to determine those that are preventable,” said Charles Kiessling, Lycoming County Coroner. “Suicide deaths are preventable if we can get help to those persons su ering from depression and suicidal thoughts.”

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Repasz Band Receives Grant

By Joseph W. Smith III

As it nears its historic 200year anniversary, Williamsport’s Repasz Band plans to make good use of a $5,000 grant from the Williamsport Lycoming Competitive Grant Program at First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP).

According to conductor e Dent, the funds enabled Repasz to commission a special composition by Lycoming County native Jeremy Leidhecker.

“Our goal is a new work commis-

sioned each year as we approach 200,” said Dent in a recent interview. For the rst of those, it seemed a natural choice to go to Leidhecker — an award-winning 2005 Loyalsock High School graduate who has done composing, conducting and orchestration work all over the world.

“New music for concert band is always appreciated by musicians and audience members alike, Dent added. And creating a work speci c to our band also helps celebrate our particular heritage.” The new piece will be performed at the annual Repasz

spring concert on April 7, 2026.

FCFP describes its vision as “improving the qualify of life in north central Pennsylvania through community leadership, the promotion of philanthropy, the strengthening of nonpro t impact and the perpetual stewardship of charitable assets.”

In short, “FCFP strives to create powerful communities through passionate giving®.”

Founded in 1831, Repasz has a storied history that includes an 1865 performance at Appomattox when Lee surrendered to Grant — and in 2015, a reprise when the band was invited back to that site for the National Park Service’s sesquicentennial celebration.

plays a robust summer program, along with spring and winter concerts in Williamsport — as well as sponsoring the annual Liberty Band Festival, which draws players to Central PA from all over America.

Leidhecker — from a family of local musicians that includes his mother and father, Bobby and Aegina, along with his younger brother, Chris — has worked with dozens of concert bands and symphonies in such places as Phoenix, Spokane, Bulgaria, Detroit, Bu alo, Thailand, Toledo and Malaysia.

His compositions have been used by Disney, Hulu, Sirius, Dell, CBS and the NFL. With degrees from IUP, Messiah and Pulse College in Dublin, Leidhecker has received numerous honors — including awards from both the CINE and Transatlantyk lmscore contests, as well as the Marvin Hamlisch Film Scoring Competition.

Repasz also played during the Spanish-American War and in 1903 became the official band of the 12th Regiment of the Pennsylvania National Guard, marching for the inaugurations of Taft and Teddy Roosevelt. Also serving with the Navy in World War I, the ensemble has been honored with a historical marker near the Brandon Park bandshell in Williamsport; Repasz played at the shell’s 1913 dedication.

More recently, the late, great Albert J. Nacinovich served as the band’s longest-ever conductor (37 years) before retiring in 2019.

The all-volunteer ensemble currently

Concerning that new piece, Dent added, “We gathered ideas from our ‘200 Committee’ and discussed it at length. But the speci c sub ect, content and background is not going to be revealed until we actually play it!”

Set for 7:30 p.m. at Williamsport’s Community Arts Center, the April 7 concert is free and open to the public. More information is available at FCFPartnership.org and repaszband.org.

Identity: Are You Free?

Iended last week’s article with this question: “You were made by God to be free. Are you?”

Did you think about your answer? There’s a lot to consider because there are ve components to human life mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, and relational and all ve are vulnerable to bondage. To answer the freedom question, we must consider each one.

Are you mentally free? Our minds can process massive amounts

of information. That is vital because it helps us to think through challenges and overcome obstacles. But that same mind can become obsessed with worry, doubt, anxiety, and fear. We ve all been there. It is a paralyzing form of bondage that darkens every aspect of life, stealing away oy, productivity, and peaceful sleep. What are the recordings that run endlessly in your mind If you don t do something to stop them, you will be in mental bondage. esus commanded us not worry in

Matthew 6:25-34. Are you emotionally free? Our hearts respond powerfully to the situations we encounter. When those responses are oy, peace, and contentment, our hearts feel happy and light. But those emotions can turn on a dime and y completely out of control. Road rage is a prime example. Another example is the drama-drama-drama that Narcissists bring into every situation and they want to drag you into it too. Emotional bondage is powerful and often leads people into self-destructive activity that enslaves them even more.

Are you spiritually free? Our spirit is the eternal and invisible force that God breathed into us at conception. It de nes life. When human esh contains the spirit, it is alive. When the spirit leaves, the body of esh is dead. That makes the spirit vitally important, yet many of us ignore it. The result is a spirit that longs to be nourished by grace, to love and to be loved, and to soar with an eternal and divine purpose. A neglected spirit dies a slow death. The writer of Ecclesiastes summed up a spirit-malnourished

life in one word, Meaningless! See Ecclesiastes 1:2.

Sadly, religion can be a trap that enslaves the spirit in an insidious form of bondage. esus preached hard against dead religion Matthew 23 , and Paul s entire letter to the Galatians does the same. Is religion trapping your spirit in a prison of legalism, dogma, works, obligation, politics, udgment, division, showmanship, and self-worship Or is it causing your spirit to soar with oy, love, peace, unity, purpose, and hope Are you physically free? The human body is an extraordinary creation designed with amazing systems that function without us even thinking about it. For example, the Autonomic Nervous System ANS , with its sympathetic and parasympathetic branches, controls nearly every aspect of the human body to maintain homeostasis healthy balance , enabling our bodies to serve us well. To that end, the ANS rewards good behavior by releasing dopamine, a neurotransmitter that produces a sense of pleasure or well-being. Dopamine is why you feel better after a good meal, or a good night s sleep, or a long run, or an intimate moment with your spouse. It s your body s way of rewarding you for making healthy choices.

Here s the problem. We have found ways to manipulate our ANS to release

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dopamine on demand. Doing so causes the ANS to resist releasing dopamine. The result is known as the Law of Diminishing Returns: whatever you did yesterday to get a dopamine release, it won’t be quite enough today. It will take more. Do you remember when the nicotine in two or three cigarettes was enough? The alcohol in two or three beers? A hit of your favorite drug only on the weekend? Do you remember when your wife’s beauty was enough? Where are you now? Three packs a day A fth of whisky every night A constant high? Scrolling through porn all day? In bed with another man’s wife? A gambling addiction? Food?

Gaming or social media Ca eine A bigger house? A more luxurious car? Bigger debts? Forced to pursue a bigger paycheck? Heavy overtime? A second job?

We just want to feel good, but when the source of pleasure is the rush of dopamine, we never have enough. Never. The result is bondage.

Are you relationally free? We were made to share life together. The isolation of the Covid pandemic made us realize the vital importance of human connection. Healthy relationships, those guarded by unity, peace, and mutual care, are a blessing beyond description. And of course, the opposite is true. Broken relationships, those

destroyed by con ict, division, partisanship, and sel shness, are a terrible source of bondage.

Are you free?

Lent can be celebrated in a lot of ways, but maybe this year you need to take stock of your freedom. Lent leads us to the cross of Jesus Christ. Why? Because it was on the cross that esus ful lled the righteous requirements of the law so that you and I could be set free from the law of sin and from death itself. That is why Paul declared in Galatians 5:1, It is for freedom that Christ has set us free tand r t en and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.

My friend, you can be free. Will it require obedience and sacri ce Most certainly. Remember the two principles of freedom: #1 La rst t en freedom.#2 Freedom is never free.

The choice is yours. When you nd your true identity as a child of God, no one and no thing can enslave you. Here is Jesus’ declaration of freedom to you. I pray it will bring peace to your weary heart.

Very truly I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. Now, a slave has no permanent place in the family, but a son belongs to it forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:34-36

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Skincare Trends

Last month, I highlighted some potential skincare resolutions. For those of you who jumped on board or are rethinking your beauty routine, there are upcoming skincare trends that may interest you and support your skincare health. Here’s a rundown.

If this past summer you or the little ones in your life got swept up into the KPOP Demon Hunter of it all, you won’t be surprised to learn that K-Beauty trends are on the rise. Korean skincare has been popular in the West for quite some time.

Back in 2019, various beauty blogs and magazines touted the 10-step Korean skin-

care routine full of toners, serums, and primers.

For the current iteration of this trend, the focus is on innovation with multi-functional products like serum-moisturizing duos and techy treatments.

The Beauty of Joseon, a Korean-based brand available at Sephora, o ers dual-purpose products like the Calming Barrier Serum, which reduces redness while strengthening the skin barrier. I personally use Glossier’s Futuredew, an oil-serum that’s packed with plant-based extracts for gleaming, well-nourished skin. You can use this as a moisturizer and serum in one. I also like it

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as a morning eye cream/ primer in addition to my daily moisturizer. On the treatment end of this trend, you can get really high-tech with ultrasound gadgets to stimulate collagen, like Clarius’ Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound Handheld Scanner, which is esthetician-level equipment. Or, for a more realistic beauty budget, there’s Nuive’s Collagen Night Wrapping Mask, which is a serum turned sheet mask overnight. When peeled o come morning, it reveals the glass skin glow purported by Korean beauty standards.

The overnight mask may also seem extreme; however, it speaks to another trend, slow-release skincare. The types of products that tout being slow-release are those with encapsulated formulas. Or, in other words, they wrap potent ingredients in tiny moisture capsules for controlled release. Overnight masks are the prime example of this feature, with the hours-long wear to help deeply penetrate skin as you sleep. You’ll see slow-release in retinoid-based serums and creams like Inkey’s Starter Retinol Serum that features encapsulated retinol. The encapsulated ingredient works like a cushion to target uneven skin tone, texture, and ne lines while reducing the risk of irritation of sensitive, dry, or aky skin. As the name suggests, this is a starter for rst-time retinol exposure. If you’re a seasoned retinol user,

then check out the same brand’s Advance 0.2% Retinal Serum, which features a highstrength retinol to reduce the ve signs of aging.

While retinal encapsulated serums may seem fancy (read expensive), it doesn’t mean more cost-e ective basics won t give you satisfactory results. When it comes to cleansers and moisturizers, simple is often best, especially if you are using fancy serums to address your skin concerns. For daily use, a product like CeraVe’s Hydrating Facial Cleanser for normal to dry skin will serve you just as well as something twice the price. For oily, acne-prone skin, try Byoma’s Blemish Acne Clearing Creamy Cleanser available at Target. Then moisturize with Cetaphil’s daily Hydrating Lotion or e.l.f’s Holy Hydration Daily Moisturizer, especially if you’re layering on additional serums, sprays, and sunscreens. Keeping your basics on the cheap end allows you to invest in high-quality secondary products that are built to do the heavy lifting.

And speaking of lifting, there seems to be a shift away from skincare that works hard to products that support, calm, and destress. Think of it like skin wellbeing with creams and serums purporting hero ingredients like matcha and green tea with increased antioxidant properties, such as Tirtir’s Matcha Calming Cream available at Ulta. This calming and rming pudding-textured lotion is meant to soothe, strengthen, and reduce redness. Pair it up with the brand’s Matcha Calming Skin Toner to double down on the destress and redness-reducing e ect. To really wind down and support skin health, there’s Dermalogica’s Biolumin-C

Night Restore Serum available from Sephora. This product also features vitamins A, C, and D, which, when worn overnight, will restore the skin’s moisture barrier while being lightweight and won’t clog pores. On the opposite end of calming, relaxing skincare is the multitasking products that work to minimize the number of steps and products in your routine. Remember the 10-step Korean beauty regime mentioned above that was a huge skincare trend for years? Well, now, fewer products that work harder with fewer steps are all the rage. And to be honest, multi-step skincare takes time, costs money, and can sometimes be counterproductive with too many lotions and potions trying to work all at once. You may nd it more to your skincare routine to replace toners and serums with a moisturizer packed with active ingredients like Dr. Idriss’s Major Fade Active Seal Dark Spot Vitamin C and Peptide Gel Moisturizer from Sephora. This multipurpose product hydrates, fades the look of dark spots, and supports the skin barrier. I like my lotions with SPF, so I’m looking at Murad’s Superactive Mattifying Oil + Pore Control Moisturizer with SPF 50 from Ulta. Sign me up to hydrate, minimize pores, and get high-level broad-spectrum protection any day of the week. These types of creams help you do less to your skin, as in using fewer products with fewer steps, but still address your skin priorities e ectively. So, whether or not your skincare goals are clearing up your skin, revamping your routine, ghting signs of aging, or combating dryness, maybe some or all of these skincare trends will speak to where you’re at right now to put your best self and face forward.

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EVENTS

Jewelry Sale

What: Minday Davies silver jewelry sale.

When: Wednesday, March 4th, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: UPMC Divine Providence, Main Lobby.

Hiring Event

What: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County hiring event with EmmUcare, ESS, Chartwell Hotels, Stellant Systems, and Pennsylvania Department of Corrections

When: Thursday, March 5th, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Where: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County, 329 Pine St., Williamsport.

Book Review

What: Friends of the JV Brown Library Book Review presents author and traveler Beth Binger as she shares her journey, the adventures that shaped her, and the inspiration behind her book, There’s Wonder Around the Bend

When: Friday, March 6, 2026. Snacks and bottled water will be available. The program is from 12:15-12:45 p.m. with Q & A until 1 p.m. Reserve a seat by calling the library at 570-326-0536, or use the library’s online reservation calendar (http://calendar.jvbrown.edu). Reservations are required due to space considerations and must be made before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Where: Lowry Room, Third Floor, Welch Family

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Wing of the library. Public parking lot is adjacent to the site.

Starting Seeds Indoors

What: Purchasing seedlings or starting your own seeds before the growing season is a must to successfully grow to harvest some favorite vegetables in North Central Pennsylvania. Starting your own seeds also opens a greater variety of cultivars available to the home gardener. This program will address the logistics, benefits, and challenges of starting seeds indoors.

When: Saturday, March 7th, from 10-11:30 a.m. Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Women’s History Event

What: League of Women Voters of Lycoming County celebrating Women’s History Month Free Event, Honoring the Past, Charting Our Future. Featured presentations: Amy Widestrom, Ph.D., Executive Director of PA League of Women’s Voters, Women’s History: Building on Our Past to Create a Brighter Future; History of Women’s Rights in Lycoming County, Mary Sieminski, Researcher & Writer; Creating Resilient Communities, Rachelle Abbott, President and CEO of STEP, Weathering the Storm Beth McMahon, Ph.D., President, Favors Forward Foundation; Bringing It All Together, Vida Saylor, Community Activist and League Member. Reservations preferred by not required. Register online: https://forms.gle/hKKDesbTXmpq2U6K8, or email to: lwvlyo@gmail.com or phone 570-360-9702

When: Saturday, March 7th, from 9 a.m.-noon; doors open at 8:30 a.m., light refreshments.

Where: Thomas T. Taber Museum, 858 W. Fourth St., Williamsport.

Chicken BBQ

What: Montgomery Volunteer Fire Company is having a chicken BBQ. Meals include 1/2 chicken, baked potato, baked beans, and a roll. Meal cost $12. Just the chicken $8.

When: Saturday, March 7th, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Montgomery Volunteer Fire Company, 24 Montgomery St., Montgomery.

Bingo Fundraiser

What: Designer bags, Pampered Chef and meat bundles bingo. With Chinese auction. Fundraiser by the Jersey Shore American Legion Riders. Benefits local veterans. Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. For tickets text or call 570-660-1414.

When: Sunday, March 8th. Doors open at 11 a.m., bingo starts at 1 p.m.

Where: Jersey Shore Elks Lodge, 203 N. Main St., Jersey Shore.

Bingo Fundraiser

What: Bingo fundraiser featuring designer bags, Pampered Chef and meat bundles. Fundraiser by Jersey Shore American Legion Riders to benefit local veterans. For tickets call 570-660-1414 or one of the Legion Rider members. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door.

When: Sunday, March 8th. Doors open at 11 a.m., bingo begins at 1 p.m.

Where: Jersey Shore Elks Lodge, 203 N. Main St., Jersey Shore.

Spaghetti Dinner

What: Legion Riders spaghetti dinner. Open to public.

Adults - $12, children $7.

When: Sunday, March 8th, from 4-7 p.m.

Where: Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104, 1312 Broad St., Montoursville.

Book Sale

What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale.

When: Tuesday, March 10th, from 3-6 p.m.

Where: Muncy Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy.

Birthday Card Shower

What: Birthday card shower for: Reta M. (Wheeland) Poust.

When: March 16, 2026

Where: 975 Beaver Run Road, Hughesville, PA 17737.

CHURCH EVENTS

Good ‘N Plenty Lasagna Dinner

What: Good ‘N Plenty lasagna & meatballs dinner. $12 suggested donation. Phone: 570-546-8030; questions only; no phone-in takeout orders.

When: Wednesday, March 4th. Takeout from 4 p.m.sold out, dine-in from 5-6:30 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist Church, 602 S. Market St., Muncy.

Spaghetti Dinner

What: Spaghetti dinner. Dine-in or take-out. Adults: $6.50, children 3-12: $4, under 3: free.

When: Saturday, March 7th, from 4-6:30 p.m.

Where: Oriole Church, 39 Main Rd., Jersey Shore.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. Sermon, “24 Hours that Changed the World - Condemned by the Righteous.” When: Sunday, March 8th, at 10 a.m. Where: DuBoistown Church, 133 Summer St., DuBoistown.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon title will be, “The Fields are White for Harvest.”

When: Sunday, March 8th, at 9 a.m.

Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville. Handicapped accessible.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon title will be, “The Fields are White for Harvest.”

When: Sunday, March 8th, at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport. Handicapped accessible.

Lasagna Dinner

What: Lasagna dinner includes meat lasagna, salad, bread, and homemade dessert. Eat in or takeout. Cost for the dinner is $14 for adults, $6 for children (12 & younger), and $10 for lasagna only. For more information, call 570-322-0126 or email trinitychurchpa@ comcast.net.

When: Wednesday, March 11th, from 4-6:30 p.m. Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

Book Sale & Dinner

What: Used book and bake sale along with pulled pork dinner. Browse through the large selection of used books, homemade treats and pick up dinner. Pork meals include pork sandwich, macaroni & cheese, coleslaw, packaged dessert and bottled water.

When: Friday, March 13th, from 4-7 p.m., and Saturday, March14th, from 9 a.m.-noon.

Where: Balls Mills United Methodist Church, corner of Bloomingrove Rd. and Route 973 E., Cogan Station.

Lycoming County Puzzle Challenge

What: Webb Weekly Lycoming County jigsaw puzzle challenge. Contact Scott at 570-220-2618.

When: Saturday, March 14th, 1-4 p.m. Where: South Williamsport UMC, 409 S. Main St., S. Williamsport.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon will be, “Spiritually Blind.”

When: Sunday, March 15th, at 9 a.m.

Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville. Handicapped accessible.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon title will be, “Spiritually Blind.”

When: Sunday, March 15th, at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Wil-

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liamsport. Handicapped accessible.

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

What: St. Patrick’s corn beef and cabbage dinner. $15 for adults, and $7 for 12 and under.

When: Tuesday, March 17th, from 4-7 p.m.

Where: St. Lawrence Catholic Church, South Williamsport.

Prayer Breakfast

What: Prolife prayer breakfast. For details/tickets visit: http://pavalleyprolife.org.

When: Saturday, March 21st, at 9:30 a.m.

Where: Holiday Inn Express, Williamsport.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon will be, “Dem Dry Bones.”

When: Sunday, March 22nd, at 9 a.m.

Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville. Handicapped accessible.

Worship Service

What: Worship service. The sermon will be, “Dem Dry Bones.”

When: Sunday, March 22nd, at 9 a.m.

Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport. Handicapped accessible.

SENIOR EVENTS

Lycoming County Senior Citizens

What: Lycoming County Senior Citizens has been around since the 1960s. We have 9 chapters in the county.

When: Meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 1 p.m.

Where: Williamsport YMCA, 641 Walnut St., Williamsport. In the Community Room.

Trout Run Senior Citizens

What: Trout Run Senior Citizen Chapter was estab-

lished in 1972 and we are still going strong. Catered lunch for $7.00. Call to make a reservation at 570-7728262.

When: Meeting are the 2nd Tuesdays of every month.

Where: Trout Run U.M. Church, Creamery St., Trout Run, behind the fire house.

MEETINGS

Alzheimer Support Group

What: Muncy Alzheimer support group. Please feel free to bring your loved one as we will have an activity for them to participate in while you are attending the caregiver group.

When: The 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Community building behind Wolf Run Village, 246 May Dr., Hughesville.

Legion Auxiliary Meeting

What: Hughesville American Legion Auxiliary Unit

35 monthly meeting.

When: Second Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

Where: Glenn Sharrow American Legion, 76 N Main St., Hughesville.

ART EXHIBITS

ART EXHIBITS...

Featured Artist

What: Diane R. Wyant is featured artist at Genetti’s Windows on 4th in March & April.

When: Opening Reception will be First Fridays, March 6th and April 3rd, from 5-8 p.m.

Where: Windows on 4th Gallery, 200 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

Pro Life Prayer Breakfast

Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ 9:30am

Principal Speaker is Holly Tusing, A courageous Mother who chose to trust in God’s will for her unborn baby.

information or to purchase tickets, please call Doris Bush at 570-745-3502.

One night last week, I was on the couch working on my computer. Between writing my Webb column each week and all my weekly client checkins, I put in about 15-20 hours on my computer. I work a full day on Monday, and a half day on Wednesday. But sometimes I have to do things early in the morning or in the evenings if I fall behind.

Andrea McElroy

This particular night was chilly. I sat on the couch after dinner, wrapped in my cozy robe and covered with a special blanket my brother bought me at Christmas. The house was pretty quiet. My husband and son were down in the garage, and all I could hear was the clanging of dishes out in the kitchen, where Kenzy was unloading the dishwasher before we read our books together. Unloading the dishwasher is her chore.

As I sat there on my laptop, I heard Kenzy singing to herself. It was softer, but I tried to focus on what she was singing, since I knew it sounded familiar. Her voice is really beautiful. She loves to sing and often will sing at church, especially at Christmas.

“Luck be a lady tonight. Luck be a lady tonight.

Luck if you’ve ever been a lady to begin with, luck be a lady tonight.”

Oh. My. Word. My twelve-year-old is out

in the kitchen singing Frank Sinatra right now. I just sat there smiling from ear to ear, thinking how much my grandfather, Dwain Perry, would be so proud. My pap tried getting me onto Frank at a very young age, but I wouldn’t have it. At the age of twelve and up, all I wanted to listen to was Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, and Matchbox 20. Frank was so boring to me, but in his white Lincoln, he played Frank Sinatra, driving Gram and me around. Whistling and tapping the wheel with his thumb as he was driving.

“This is real music,” he would say. I often pleaded with him to turn the radio on to 97.7, and he usually would.

In 2008, I bought my pap a whole set of Frank’s greatest hits for Christmas. (I know I have shared about this in the past. Just giving a quick refresher.) I knew he was absolutely going to love this CD set. I was so excited that I thought of it and couldn’t wait to give it to him.

Well, sadly, my pap didn’t live long enough to open his gift. He passed away on Christmas morning that year. We were all devastated, and it was the saddest Christmas I ever had. His gift lay, still wrapped, for months until I decided to open it. When I say open it, I don’t just mean unwrap. I mean, I decided not to take it back to the store. I decided to see what this Frank guy

was all about.

So, one day in the car, I popped in one of the CDs from this collection. Frank started singing, and I immediately just lost it. I was sobbing. Hearing his voice took me back to riding in pap’s white Lincoln, and I swear I could hear him whistling. His voice gave me this calming feeling. It was relaxing to me. I continued to listen to each CD until I truly fell in love with his music.

I love to cook to it too. It’s like therapy. Standing in my homey kitchen, with the replace on and Frank playing, while preparing dinner is so relaxing to me. The more I listened, the more I loved it.

My kids have grown up hearing Frank since they were born. Ty, now he isn’t a big fan. But Kenzy? She demands Frank during dinner hours. She gets exactly how her momma does. It relaxes her. She also insists that show listen to it every night on her Echo while she sleeps.

As I listened to her sing, I hurried to grab my phone and turn on “Luck Be a Lady” on my Bose speaker, which sits right in the kitchen As soon as the rst note played, she ran to the door to look in the living room at me with the biggest smile.

“Thank you, Momma!” she said.

“You’re welcome, baby! I could hear you singing Frank out there! I love it, and so would your great-grandfather.”

There she stood in the kitchen, just singing her heart out, knowing just about every word to this song.

“A lady doesn’t leave her escort. It isn’t fair, it isn’t nice.

A lady doesn’t wander all over the room. And blow on some other guy’s dice.

Let’s keep this party polite. Never get out of my sight.

Stick me with me, baby, I’m the fella you came in with Luck, be a lady tonight.”

A song that seems so innocent. About a gambler who doesn’t want his woman going o to give other men good luck. Does she know the meaning of the song? Absolutely not. I can’t tell you how many songs I sang back in the day, and it wasn’t until I grew up and was like “Ohhhh. I know what that means now!”

I recorded her singing it and shared it on my social media stories. It’s not every day you see a twelve-year-old singing to Sinatra. I just wish my pap was here to see it.

Egg u ns

I haven’t shared this one in a while! So easy to prepare for busy mornings.

ngredients

• 12 eggs

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 tsp. salt

• 1/2 tsp. pepper

• 1/2 cup shredded cheese

• 1/2 cup turkey sausage or diced ham

Directions

Even add cooked veggies if you want. Preheat the oven to 375 . Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in cheese and sausage. Pour mixture into 12 muffin cups. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are set in the center.

Eat right away, or place in a sealed container and microwave it each morning for a quick, delicious breakfast.

4:00 PM 7:00 PM

Fridays March 6th 13 th 20th 27 th and April rd

Adults 13. 50 Children

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By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

The baseball world was saddened two weeks ago with the news of the death of Hall of Fame Pirate second baseman Bill Mazeroski at the age of 89.

Mazeroski, of course, is noted for hitting the most famous home run in World Series history when he hit the

game-winning homer against the New York Yankees in the bottom of the ninth in Game Seven to give the Pirates a 10-9 win and the world championship in the 1960 World Series.

Interestingly, Mazeroski began his baseball career with the Williamsport Grays in 1954 and 1955.

Mazeroski, as a 17-year-old, struggled in his initial professional season, batting only .235 in 93 games. He improved in

1955, batting .293 in 114 games and slugging 11 homers. He would make his major league debut with the Pirates the next year, in July 1956.

Dave Frey was a bat boy for the Williamsport Grays during that period and has fond memories of Mazeroski.

“As the 16-year-old batboy, I traveled with the Grays,” Frey told Webb Weekly “I remember going to Binghamton, Albany, Scranton, and Allentown. Due to Maz being young and underage, it was

roski in 1995 at the Society for American Research’s National Convention in Pittsburgh. I got a chance to ask him about his experience in Williamsport, and he remembered it fondly. He said the fans here were “very friendly and supportive, as well as knowledgeable.”

Mazeroski won eight Gold Gloves and was named to several All-Star games and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001, as much for his stellar elding, perhaps, as -

Interestingly, a number of players from both teams in that Fall Classic saw action at Bowman Field as either

For the Yanks, these included Whitey Ford, Roger Maris, Bill Sta ord, Dale Long, who was a member of the 1949 Williamsport Tigers, Tony Kubek,liamsport Grays, Johnny Blanchard, Jim Coates, Hector Lopez, who played for the 1953 Williamsport A’s, and Ralph Terry, who surrendered Maz’s

ki, there were Joe Christopher, Fred

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REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION

Friday, March 6th, 2026 5:30 PM “Pennsdale Trinity United Methodist Church” 658 Village Rd., Pennsdale, PA. 17756

*****Saturday September 7th 9 a.m. *****

5:30- Household, Collectibles, David Armstrongs, Vintage Clocks, Home Decor, Longaberger, Tools, John Deere Riding Mower Like new, Jewelry, small amount of furniture, local advertising pieces, is auction has a lot of great items and def something for everyone, watch next weeks ad for more listings. For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip.com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543!

*1 East Park Street Hughesville Pa 17737* (Lycoming County Fairgrounds 3rd street entrance)

5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details

Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material

Saturday, March 28th, 2026 10:00AM 534 Old Rd., Montgomery, PA. 17752

Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, 6% Sales tax to be applied, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material.

NORDMONT REAL ESTATE PUBLIC AUCTION

10am- UPI# 07-392-232.D To be o ered up for auction will be this 3 bedroom 1 bath and 1 half bath single story veneer brick home, with 2 car attached garage sitting approx just over an acre of land located in the Montgomery school district, this home o ers spacious living as it is 1,348 sq along with a full basement, baseboard hot water heat, it has a well and public sewer, it is a double lot single deeded and a second sewer hookup, spacious back yard, a lot of great opportunities to be had with this home. e home will be sold with very motivated seller con rmation!!! For a private showing please contact Levi at (570) 560-9543 for pictures and listing go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, or on facebook at ”Levi Spring Auctioneering.” We Hope To See You ere!!!!

*1 East Park Street Hughesville Pa 17737* (Lycoming County Fairgrounds 3rd street entrance)

5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip.com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details

5P.M.- We will be o ering up this cozy 800sq. Ft. 2 bedroom 1 Full bath home sitting on approx. 7/10ths of an acre located in the Nordmont area Davidson Township. is home has several opportunities as it is nestled in a great area not far from the Muncy creek. It has electric and wood heat, petite kitchen with both counter space and cupboard space. e 1st bedroom Is approx. 11 1/2 . x9 1/2 . and the 2nd is approx. 10 x9 1/2 . It has a well and septic, it is located in the Sullivan county school district. e home will be sold with a very motivated seller!!!! For a private showing please contact Levi at (570) 560-9543. For pictures and listing go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, or on facebook at ”Levi Spring Auctioneering.” We Hope To See You ere!!!!

5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip.com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details

Real Estate Terms: 3% Buyers premium added to purchase price, Cashier or certi ed check in the amount of $5,000 made out to “Levi Spring Auctioneering” down the day of auction with remaining due in 45 days or upon delivery of good title, property to be sold with seller con rmation, buying as is where is no warranties or guarantees made by the auctioneer or the seller, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material, the house was built pre-1978 possibility of lead base paint any testing or inspections may be done at the expense of the potential buyer!!!

Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material

Real Estate Terms: 3% Buyers premium added to purchase price, Cashier or certi ed check in the amount of $5,000 made out to “Levi Spring Auctioneering” down the day of auction with remaining due in 45 days or upon delivery of good title, property to be sold with very motivated seller con rmation, buying as is where is no warranties or guarantees made by the auctioneer or the seller, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material, the home was built pre 1978 possibilty of lead base paint, any testing or inspections may be done at the expense of the potential buyer!!

Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material

By Joseph W. Smith III

In recent weeks at Webb’s “Weird Words,” we’ve extolled a relatively new addition to the august ranks of trustworthy English dictionaries: The Microsoft Encarta College Dictionary

Though it’s been around for nearly for 25 years, I only just learned of it — and I’m gladly surprised by its thoroughness and reliability.

So, for this week’s regular roster of oddball words, let’s skim Encarta and sample a

selection with all de nitions exclusively from MECD: Champerty (CHAM-pur-tee, noun) – A legal agreement in which one party helps nance a litigant and later receives a cut of any successful settlement. Fans of To Kill a Mockingbird may recognize the adjective-form “champertous”; it’s how Judge Taylor describes the Cunningham land feud in Chap. 16.

In fact, champerty originally meant eld rent.” Coming through the French champ eld , it is distantly related to champi-

on — literally, “winner of the eld. See also Champs Elysees — Elysian Fields.)

Cirriped (SEE-ruhped, noun) – Ocean crustacean that remains xed in one spot while drawing food via slender hairs. The word literally means “curly legs,” in Latin.

Ephebe (ee-FEEB, noun) – In ancient Greece, a young man between 18 and 20 who has just reached manhood or citizenship and is undergoing military training. Good luck using that in everyday chitchat.

Froufrou (FROO-froo, noun) – The sound made by rustling silk (esp. women’s clothing); also, elaborate sartorial decoration. As you might’ve guessed, this word derives from French — but it is, apparently, onomatopoeic (in other words, it imitates sound).

Fulgurate (FOOL-guh-rate [or FULL, verb To ash with or like lightning. Secondarily, it means to remove unwanted tissue (like a wart) with electrical current.

Through the Latin base fulg- to ash , the term is related to fulgurite (glass made when lightning hits sand) — but not to another cool outlier: fuliginous (sooty or smoky in color).

Furuncle (fyoo-RUNGK-ul, noun) –

A boil on the skin. This too uses a Latin base: fur-, meaning “thief” — as in furtive and ferret. “Furuncle” is named for a knob on a vine — one that steals the sap. Sorry — I got stuck in the F-section there!

Pyxis (PICK-sis, noun) “A seed capsule with a cap that falls o to release the seeds.” (And just so I don’t get likewise stuck under P: MECD also has pyx, pyxie, pyrosis and pyruria.) Recalescence (ree-kal-ESS-ence, noun) – Sudden increase in the temperature & brightness of a cooling metal — “caused by the release of latent heat as the metal undergoes a change in crystalline structure.” Cal is Latin for “warm” — so a calorie was originally a unit of heat.

Skeg (SKEG, noun) – Part of a ship’s keel, near the stern, connecting to the rudderpost; also, the stabilizing underside n on a surfboard.

Sypher (SIGH-fer, verb) – To join planks with chamfered edges so they form a ush surface. A chamfer is a shallow cut, edge or groove made in wood.)

Zucchetto (zoo-KET-oh, noun) – As small, round skullcap worn by Catholic clergy; it varies in color depending on rank. And yes, it is related to the common vegetable — these hats apparently being shaped like a gourd.

In any case, I’ve learned that if you want weird words, you always can count on the letter Z. Or Microsoft Encarta.

ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20

Horoscopes

Aries, your natural charisma is at an alltime high right now. A bold idea you’ve been sitting on nally gets the green light. Put your plan into action this week.

TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21

Comfort and luxury nd you this week, Taurus. Expect a heartwarming moment in your personal or professional life that restores your sense of peace and well-being,

GEMINI – May 22-Jun 21

Your social circle may expand this week in the best way possible, Gemini. A new connection brings a refreshing perspective

to a creative project. Now you’ll work out the details.

CANCER – Jun 22-Jul 22

Recognition is coming your way, Cancer. Your hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. A small win will feel like a major victory, helping to inspire you to keep going.

LEO – Jul 23-Aug 23

Leo, adventure is calling you this week. Whether you take a trip or get involved in a new book, your mind is expanding and your imagination is soaring.

VIRGO – Aug 24-Sept 22

A solution to an unsolved puzzle nally

clicks into place, Virgo. You will feel a deep sense of relief and clarity. Don’t take on too much more right now, and ride this high that you are feeling.

LIBRA – Sept 23-Oct 23

A conversation with a loved one could bring you two closer together than ever before, Libra. In fact, harmony will be a major player in all of your relationships right now.

SCORPIO – Oct 24-Nov 22

You are a magnet for productivity this week, Scorpio. You will breeze through your list of things to do with plenty of time left over for self-care.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23-Dec 21

Sagittarius, creativity is your superpower this week. Do not be afraid to express your-

self through art, music, writing, or other creative pursuits.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22-Jan 20

Your foundation this week feels rock solid, Capricorn. A family matter is resolved with grace, leaving you feeling supported and loved. You will share good fortune with others.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21-Feb 18

This is the perfect week to share your vision with the world, Aquarius. Your communication skills are sharp. People will come around to your way of thinking.

PISCES – Feb 19-Mar 20

Abundance is owing toward you, Pisces. Keep your eyes open for a surprise gift or a sudden increase in the tools you need to get things done.

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-Previous Experience Working with Natural Stone/Quartz is a Plus but We Will Train the Right Candidate

-We Provide Competitive Salary and Benefit Packages, Including Health, Dental and Eye Insurance, 401k Match and Paid Vacation/Sick Time.

UPMC Expert: Caring for Yourself and Baby After Birth

Cassandra Brodginski, CNM UPMC Magee-Womens

Becoming a parent for the rst time is equal parts oy, uncertainty, and ad ustment. While no book or online article can prepare you for every moment, understanding what to expect physically, emotionally, and practically can help ease the transition and set realistic expectations for life with a newborn.

Your Body and Recovery Matter, Too

After childbirth, much of the focus naturally shifts to the baby, but recovery for the mother is ust as important. Hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and physical healing all happen at once. Whether delivery was vaginal or via C-section, it s normal to experience fatigue, soreness, and emotional swings in the weeks that follow.

Listen to your body. Rest when possible, accept help, and don t rush recovery. Follow-up

appointments are essential, not ust to assess physical healing, but also to talk about mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. If something doesn t feel right, speak up. Postpartum care is caring for the whole person.

Emotional Changes Are Normal

Many new parents are surprised by the emotional roller coaster that comes after bringing a baby home. The baby blues, which may include mood swings, tearfulness, or anxiety, a ect many parents and usually resolve within two weeks. However, symptoms that persist or intensify, such as ongoing sadness, irritability, or feeling overwhelmed, could signal postpartum depression or anxiety. These conditions are common and treatable. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it s an important step in protecting both parent and child.

Sleep Deprivation Is Real

Newborns don t follow adult sleep schedules. Frequent nighttime feedings and unpredictable sleep patterns are normal, but they can take a toll. When possible, sleep when the baby sleeps, and share nighttime responsibilities if you have a partner or support system. It s also important to know that extreme exhaustion can a ect mood, decision-making, and safety. If you feel dangerously fatigued, reach out for help. Short-term support can make a signi cant di erence.

Feeding Looks Different for Every Family

Whether you breastfeed, formula feed, or use a combination, the goal is a healthy, growing baby and a supported parent. Feeding challenges are common, especially in the early weeks. Lactation consultants, pediatricians, and nurses can provide guidance and

reassurance.

Try not to compare yourself to others. Social media often shows a polished version of parenthood that doesn t re ect real life. What works best is what works for your family. Newborn Care Basics

New parents often worry about doing something wrong, but babies are more resilient than many expect. Focus on the essentials: safe sleep, feeding, diapering, and bonding. Trust your instincts, and don t hesitate to ask questions during pediatric visits, no concern is too small.

It s also helpful to learn the signs that warrant medical attention, such as fever in a newborn, difficulty breathing, or poor feeding. Your pediatric care team is there to guide you.

Build a Support Network

No one is meant to do this alone. Whether it s family, friends, parent groups, or health care providers, support makes a di erence. Accepting help with meals, errands, or baby care allows you to focus on healing and bonding.

Give Yourself Grace

There is no perfect way to parent. Mistakes will happen, and that s part of learning. What matters most is showing up, asking for help when needed, and caring for yourself along the way.

Your rst child doesn t come with an instruction manual, but with patience, support, and compassion for yourself, you ll grow into this role one day at a time.

Cassandra Brodginski, CNM, sees patients at UPMC Magee-Womens at UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., Williamsport. To learn more about local UPMC Magee-Womens services, go to UPMC. com/WomensHealthNCPA.

The Uptown Music Collective returns to the Journey Bank Community Arts Center on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 pm with Women of Rock II: The Music of Joan Jett, Pat Benatar & The Pretenders. This one-night-only performance, presented in partnership with UPMC North Central Pa. and UPMC Health Plan, features student musicians paying

tribute to three of rock s most in uential and enduring female artists, performers who did not just produce hits but reshaped the landscape of rock music.

Audiences can expect an electrifying evening spanning oan ett s de ant anthems like I Love Rock ’n’ Roll, Bad Reputation and I Hate Myself for Loving You; Pat Benatar’s powerhouse hits including Hit Me With Your Best Shot, Heartbreaker,

Love Is a Battlefield and We Belong; and The Pretenders’ sharp classics such as Brass in Pocket, Back on the Chain Gang and Middle of the Road. These are songs built for the stage, with driving guitars, commanding vocals, and choruses that demand to be sung out loud – built to bring an audience to its feet over and over again.

“When Joan Jett, Pat Benatar and Chrissie Hynde rose to prominence in the late ’70s and early ’80s, the rock world was still very much a boys’ club,” said Dave Brumbaugh, founder and executive director of the Uptown Music Collective. “Women were often pushed to the sidelines as backup singers or novelty acts, or expected to soften their edge. These artists did not ask for space; they just took it. They stepped onto the scene with authority, played their own instruments, led their own bands and

claimed control of their music and careers. That shift changed the landscape. It made it possible for future generations, including the young women on our stage, to stand alongside the young men, owning the moment together, equally.”

Collective students have been diligently preparing for this event for more than two months. Along with the music, there will be a professional-grade light and sound show, organized by the students themselves, who work alongside the professionals at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center. As with all Uptown Music Collective performances, the students are not only the performers but also the directors of the show. A group of younger students, or “Tech Monkeys,” will serve as stage technicians and spotlight operators. The cast for the show is drawn from the Uptown Music

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Lots of giveaways including brand new Polaris 450 4 wheeler to one lucky consignor

Collective’s much-heralded “Special Performance Group 1.”

This show is directed by Uptown Music Collective seniors Nick Willoughby (Danville Area High School) and Caiden Scarfo (Williamsport Area High School). The show’s leadership committee consists of UMC students Matthew Bellino (Danville Area High School); Elle Donlin (Stanford Online High School); Lila Butters, Jake Butters, Ella Hertwig and Jocelyn Moser (Loyalsock Township High School); Cash Street (Williamsport Area High School); Hailey Campbell (Montgomery Area High School); Christian Williams (Walnut Street Christian School); Mackenzie Hakes (South Williamsport Area High School); and Rian Gephart (Montoursville Area High School).

“I am very excited to direct this show for my senior year,” Scarfo said. “Seeing the women of our group take on the powerful vocals of Pat Benatar, Joan Jett and Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders has been very educational for me and will de nitely be something you don t want to miss. This show will be lled to the brim with energy, emotion and various di erent keyboards and special instruments. I’m very excited to see what kind of mark this show will leave on the Collective’s history.”

“It has been so fun helping direct the show,” Willoughby added. “I’m so excited to nally put the music we ve been

practicing on the stage. I’ve learned so much directing and had so much fun listening to and playing this music with all of my friends and seeing the women of the group step up and take on the vocals of artists like Pat Benatar. This is not a show you want to miss.”

Additional partners and sponsors for this performance include Chartwell Hotels, KFC of Williamsport, Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships, The Kiessling Group of Janney Montgomery Scott, Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital, Woodlands Bank, Miele Amusements, The Brickyard Restaurant and Ale House, The Stonehouse Wood Fired Pizza and Pasteria, The Crooked Goose, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Roche Financial Inc., The Hartman Group, Hudock Capital Group and Beiter’s Furniture, Mattress and Appliance. Media sponsors include Backyard Broadcasting, the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Lamar Advertising, 92.1 WSQV, NorthCentralPa.com and The Graphic Hive.

For more details about “Women of Rock II: The Music of Joan Jett, Pat Benatar & The Pretenders,” as well as ticket information, visit uptownmusic. org/worii or caclive.com/umc. Check out the Collective s official Facebook, Instagram and other Collective social media outlets, for teasers, previews, behind-the-scenes info and more from the performance.

HAMM INC

In Loving Memory of Dionna (Di, Di) Satteson

August 15, 1998 - March 2, 2015

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County Hall Corner: Gold Rush

Blair Steward

The same rural values that teach children to work hard and stay humble also forge the character necessary to excel when global spotlights shine brightest. This truth became evident last week when Olympic gold medalist Megan Keller scored the game-winning goal for Team USA women’s hockey, bringing joy not only to her immediate family but to her grandparents, who have long called Williamsport home.

While Keller herself grew up in Michigan, her roots trace back through generations of local families. Her father graduated from Williamsport Area High School, and her extended family continues to live throughout Lycoming County, creating connections that span decades and remind us how achievements can ripple outward from the smallest beginnings. These family threads weave through our community like tributaries feeding into the Susquehanna, each carrying forward the values and determination that characterize our region.

At the February 19 county commis-

sioners meeting, business focused on the ongoing restructuring and streamlining of county departments. The commissioners continue their work to reduce operational costs while maintaining the services that residents rely upon daily. This e ort is part of our mission to get the most value from every taxpayer dollar, which requires careful analysis and thoughtful implementation across multiple departments and functions.

The restructuring process involves examining county operations from multiple angles, much like a craftsman studying a piece of wood before making precise cuts. Commissioners are reviewing staffing patterns, analyzing job functions, and exploring opportu-

nities where modern technology might improve efficiency without sacri cing quality. Each department gets an evaluation to nd areas where consolidation can remove redundancies while keeping the personal touch that characterizes e ective local government. These changes require the same kind of methodical approach that families use when managing their own budgets during challenging times. Every proposed modi cation receives consideration for both immediate impact and long-term consequences. Our goal is to nd sustainable solutions that serve the community e ectively while respecting the nancial limits that all local governments face in an era of changing expectations and limited resources.

The meeting discussions re ected an understanding that rural counties operate under di erent constraints than their urban counterparts. With smaller tax bases and diverse service needs spread across wide geographic areas, efficiency becomes not ust preferable but essential for maintaining quality operations. The commissioners approach these challenges with recognition that each decision a ects real families who depend on county services for everything from property records to emergency response coordination. We re focusing on identifying overlaps between departments and nding ways

to accomplish necessary tasks with fewer resources. This might involve combining similar functions under uni ed management or adopting new procedures that reduce the time required for routine administrative work. Technology plays an increasingly important role in these improvements, o ering tools that can automate processes previously requiring manual oversight while maintaining the accountability that taxpayers expect.

The commissioners recognize that effective restructuring takes time and patience, like tending a garden through multiple seasons. Rushing changes without proper planning often creates more problems than it solves, potentially disrupting services that residents have come to expect and depend upon. Their methodical approach shows they understand that sustainable improvements require careful implementation and ongoing monitoring to make sure the intended bene ts actually happen.

During the meeting, commissioners discussed how these efficiency measures align with broader scal responsibility goals that extend beyond simple cost-cutting. This work is part of an ongoing e ort to make sure county government uses resources carefully, like successful private enterprises and responsible households throughout the region. This philosophy treats public

funds as a sacred trust rather than an endless resource.

The connection between local achievements like Keller s Olympic success and county government efficiency e orts might seem distant, but both re ect the same fundamental values that de ne our community character. Whether celebrating a gold medal or implementing cost-saving measures, our region appreciates accomplishments that honor hard work, careful planning, and commitment to excellence over time rather than quick xes or temporary solutions.

The February meeting demonstrated how county government continues

adapting to meet current challenges while preserving the essential functions that keep our community running smoothly. These ongoing e orts require balancing competing priorities and making decisions that consider both immediate needs and future sustainability, ensuring that today s choices don t create tomorrow s problems. As commissioners move forward with restructuring plans, they carry responsibility for maintaining services while controlling costs, a task that demands both vision and practical wisdom in equal measure, much like the steady hands that have guided this region through generations of change.

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t may sound a bit strange, but I have a slight obsession with snowmen. The indoor décor variety, more specifically, designed to be displayed throughout the house — several of which were handcrafted by my daughters in grade school. That makes them even more special, I think. I realize that spring is just around the corner and that most people have probably stowed that sort of thing away already. But not me. I can’t bear to banish them to the attic with the rest of our holiday decorations. Call me crazy.

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When our kids were little and even a little biggish, we spent countless hours building snowmen, snow forts, and snow furniture together in the yard — sometimes with neighbors, sometimes with grandparents, and sometimes after dark.

I’ll never forget the night we built two gigantic snowmen at the edge of our property facing the street so that our bus driver, Helen, could see them when she arrived in the morning. I think she was pleased.

Without question, those times spent in the snow represent some of my favorite memories harvested from parenting. Maybe that’s partly the reason I keep the snowmen around — a little reminder of the good days that were had.

Or maybe my shrine to snowmen (and cutout snow akes for that matter has more to

do with the fact that my love for winter has grown exponentially since the advent of menopause. I used to be a “summer person.” Not so much anymore. Hot ashes are no picnic. Neither is weight gain, brain fog, or night sweats. I’ve had them for ELEVEN YEARS and counting. That’s longer than we’ve endured Trump — which is really saying something. Not surprisingly, I’ve purchased special very expensive menopause pajamas,” read tons of books and articles on the subject, talked with numerous doctors about my su erings, tried various medications, both over-thecounter and prescription, and have come to the conclusion that I’m doomed. Or maybe it’s just that God hates me. Probably both.

Thankfully, I was gifted two personal fans to help with my miserable situation, in the event that the batteries wear out and I need a replacement. One of them is ideal in that it’s small, lightweight, and designed to be hand-held. Plus, its fan blades are really soft and exible, so that when they hit my face, I don’t take an eye out. The other one is super quiet, has three speeds, and is actually wearable for my insu erably hot neck area, of course. When I switch one on, my husband instinctually moves away from me, because obviously, the last thing I need is his body heat adding to my inferno.

I’m sure that man just shakes his head

when he nds me lying on the tile oor like a dog. In my defense, I knew our dogs were on to something. Cold air sinks and central air-conditioning can only do so much in the sti ing heat of summer.

What s more, I set the bedroom temperature at a cool 67 degrees and sleep with a ceiling fan on even in the dead of winter. Yes, my husband hates it. But he loves me I think and takes one for the team every night. While he s burrowed beneath the blankets, I m ipping my ippin pillow over to the cool side umpteen times a night, ripping the sheets o and hanging one leg o the bed so that, for at least a moment, I can catch a breeze from the aforementioned ceiling fan that s ust trying its best. Sad to say that a lot of nights, spooning is out of the question. In lieu of that, he sometimes

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retrieves a spare fan out of his nightstand and holds it over my face in the dark. Not to worry; the blades on that one are soft and pliable, too.

What s weird is that I can be minding my own business, completely comfortable with the air temperature around me, and then out of nowhere I feel a wave of heat so intense I m sure it came from the depths of hell. It then rises from the base of my skull, eventually enveloping my entire head and body. As an added bonus, my glasses fog up, and I sprout a tiny sweat mustache. Talk about a hot mess. That s an understatement.

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Devil’s Turnip Patch

Blair Steward

Drive south from Williamsport on a clear autumn morning, and you might pass right by something strange sprawling across the mountainside. Just past where the Susquehanna bends, a pale scar interrupts the forest. Most people never notice it. Even those who’ve lived here their whole lives might not know it exists. It’s called the Devil’s Turnip Patch, though that name has nearly vanished from memory. Once you pull o near Montgomery Pike and walk among the boulders, you understand why someone, sometime, gave

it such a peculiar name. Thousands of rounded stones, some the size of watermelons, others big as wagon wheels, spread across acres of threadbare ground. They sit half-buried at odd angles, weathered smooth but stained pink and rust-purple, as if something tried to grow them there and gave up halfway through.

The silence hits you rst. Then the texture. Run your hand across one of these supposed turnips, and you’ll meet coarse, grainy resistance. This is old stone, tough stone, the kind that refuses to surrender easily to time.

The Devil had nothing to do with it, though the real story is nearly as strange.

These boulders are pieces of Tuscarora sandstone, the same hard rock that caps the ridges throughout this part of Pennsylvania. It s tough stu , the kind that weathers slowly and holds the mountains together. But the Turnip Patch tells a colder tale. Between 22,000 and 17,000 years ago, when ice sheets pushed down from Canada, they stopped just north of here. Lycoming County never got crushed beneath the glaciers, but it sat at the frozen edge for thousands of years. The ground stayed locked in permafrost, frozen solid most of the year, with just a thin layer thawing each summer.

Winter after winter, water seeped into cracks in the bedrock, froze, and split the stone apart. The broken pieces worked their way downslope, sliding and tumbling through the half-frozen ground until they spread out like someone had scattered them by hand. When the ice age nally ended and the ground thawed for good, everything stopped moving. What you see now is exactly where it all came to rest.

Those iron stains give the stones their turnip colors, rusty pinks, and deep purples that early settlers must have found strange. Nothing grew well here. Nothing ever would. The soil stayed thin and poor, the rocks too numerous, the ground too stubborn. So they did what people have always done with landscapes that refuse to cooperate: they named it after the Devil.

Across these mountains, you ll nd the Devil’s name attached to all sorts of odd places. The Devil’s Chimney, the Devil’s Elbow. It was how folks made sense of things that seemed unnatural or out

of place. These purple-stained boulders, half-buried and going nowhere, did look like some failed garden. Like something had tried to farm here and walked away in disgust.

The Devil’s Turnip Patch once shared company with other such landmarks around Lycoming County, but while some of those names survived in regular conversation, the Turnip Patch faded into obscurity. You can grow up just down the road in Montgomery and never hear about it. You can drive past it for thirty-six years and never know it’s there.

The Turnip Patch sits on public land near Montgomery Pike, accessible but forgotten. It remains largely as the ice left it, unchanged for thousands of years. The boulders will outlast us all, those tough Tuscarora stones still resisting, still holding their secrets.

Walk among them on a quiet afternoon, and you’re standing somewhere most of your neighbors have never been. The ice is long gone, but what it left behind remains, pressed into the mountainside like ngerprints. To discover this place after a lifetime of living nearby feels like nding hidden rooms in your childhood home. It was always there, waiting. You just had to know where to look.

The Devil’s Turnip Patch asks nothing of us except to notice and to wonder. Some stories don’t disappear because they weren’t worth telling. They fade simply because no one remembered to pass them along. Maybe that changes now, one person at a time, as folks rediscover what’s been hiding in plain sight all along.

The Bookworm Sez

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It stands for Do It Yourself, and sometimes you can. Sometimes you can’t, though, and when you can’t, when the project or solution is beyond your skills and over your head, you call someone who knows how to x things. As any homeowner knows, a good handyperson is worth their weight in gold. As in the new novel, “The Hadacol Boogie” by James Lee Burke, he’s a real lifesaver.

The girl in the plastic bag was beautiful once.

She’d had luminous eyes, colorful tattoos, and youth that even death couldn’t erase. And that’s how Detective Dave Robicheaux found her dead, left in the cattails on the edge of his property like garbage, deposited there by a man with sticks in his hair, according to some kids who saw him.

Robicheaux s buddy, P.I. Clete Purcell said that nding the tattooed girl was some sort of sign. Of what, he didn’t say. Seemed like there was always trouble in New Iberia, Louisiana. Always people up

to no good, mobsters, and random troublemakers ust passing through. Robicheaux was grateful for folks who kept him sane when his world was not. Grateful for Clete, and for his boss, Sheri Helen Soileau, and for his adopted daughter, Alafair, who’d come home to work on her version of the Great American Novel. It shook him when he learned that Alafair had known the tattooed girl. So did Valerie Benoit, a Black cop new to the department. Robicheaux was likewise bothered

by a clean-cut philosopher who kept showing up, o ering to x roofs and doors and hutches and such.

Did the itinerant handyman kill and drag the dead girl into the reeds? Or was she one of Jerry Carlucci’s prostitutes? Did the girl run afoul of the men from up north who wanted to put a casino near Carlucci’s, or the pimp they’d hired?

And what was in the ground by Carlucci’s Landing that had them all so interested?

Here’s the main thing you’ll want to know about “The Hadacol Boogie”: you’ll like it but hooo, boy, there’s a lot going on inside it.

More so than in many prior Robicheaux novels, author James Lee Burke piles on the characters here and a good number of

them are similarly nefarious, which could make it hard to tell them apart. Burke’s Detective Robicheaux is always nice to hang out with but this time, Dave is more introspective than fans are used to seeing and he gets a little wordy.

That’s not a bad thing. It o ers more backstory to the character, but it gets long.

And yet, the thrills are solid in this book, the violence more cringey, the culmination tenser, just really everything you want in a suspenseful story.

So bring a notebook, if you must, and take notes. You’re a fan of this series, you won’t be sorry; if you’re new to it, you’ll be glad you did. When stress is at a fracture point and you need an exciting distraction, The Hadacol Boogie will x you up good.

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The signs of spring are starting to appear. While the plump-breasted worm-eating robins are thought of by many folks as the harbinger of spring, often in my neck of the woods, the arrival of the eastern bluebirds to the yard and nearby trees is the rst avian signal that spring is on the way.

Over the last week, as daytime temperatures have reached above freezing, several bluebirds were perched in the nearby maple tree and checking out the numerous bluebird boxes scattered along the eld edges. As bluebirds begin to leave their winter hangouts and appear more often outside the kitchen window or perched near the garden, we wonder what we can do to keep them around so we can enjoy watching them throughout the rest of the year.

The Eastern Bluebird, which inhabits our area, is a member of the Thrush family, Turdidae, which includes the Woods Thrush and the American Robin, and has the scienti c name Sialia

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sialis. Blue on its head, back, tail, and wings, it has a rust-red colored breast and likes open country with scattered trees, orchards, and farmland, while it dines on insects, worms, and berries. It may surprise some, but bluebirds actually do not migrate south for the winter months, but instead move deep into nearby forests to spend the colder months. They reappear in early spring, once the temperatures have warmed up and the blanket of snow begins to recede.

They are always welcomed by gardeners, as their diet is largely made up of insects caught on the ground, such as caterpillars, beetles, crickets, grasshoppers, and spiders. In the winter months, while they hide out in the deeper woods, they feed on large amounts of fruit, such as blueberries, black cherries, dogwood berries, and honeysuckle. They can often be seen perched on wires or fence posts overlooking open elds. They will utter to the ground to grab an insect, or sometimes will catch their prey in midair. The boxes and tree cavities where

bluebirds nest are in high demand by birds that require holes for nesting, and male bluebirds will attack other species if they are considered a threat. The male bluebird attracts a female by carrying nesting material into and out of the nest, and once the female enters the nest, the pair establishes a bond that often remains for several seasons. Thereafter, the female does all of the nest building and may use the same nest to hatch and rear multiple broods. She will lay between two and seven eggs and may produce up to three broods throughout the season. The incubation period for the eggs is 11-19 days, and the nesting period runs from 17-21 days.

Research has shown that their populations have steadily increased since the mid-60s. While introduced species such as the European Starlings and House Sparrows have competed for existing nest holes, the development of bluebird trails and other nest-box campaigns designed to keep out the sparrows and starlings has aided bluebird recovery.

While bluebirds do not often come to typical bird feeders, they will respond well to the presentation of mealworms. Simply placing several mealworms on a plate that sits on a picnic table will attract them, and they will become regular visitors if you keep the plate well

supplied.

On the other hand, adding bluebird nesting boxes to your yard may be your best opportunity to increase bluebird presence. You can nd plans for building these boxes online and even watch their construction on YouTube. These boxes should be mounted 3-6 feet above the ground. Research has shown that bluebirds prefer the boxes that face east, followed by a box facing north, south, or west. Tree swallows are the greatest competitor for these boxes. To increase the possibility of their use by bluebirds, they should be put up in pairs. When erected in pairs, the more aggressive tree swallow will occupy one, but not allow other tree swallows to nest in the other, thus creating a nesting location for bluebirds. The pair of houses should be placed 15-20 feet apart, and the pairs of houses should be located 300 feet apart. Boxes should be cleaned out prior to their rst use in the spring, and subsequently cleaned of all nesting material immediately after a brood leaves to encourage reuse by another brood.

Once you have established several bluebird nesting boxes, there is little effort needed to maintain them, and they will provide you a great opportunity to enjoy this beautiful bird as it nests in the boxes you have provided and feeds in your own backyard.

Iwas talking to a buddy about ice shing the other day, and he said he kept moving around on the lake, drilling over 30 holes trying to nd some active sh.

The shing was generally poor until very late in the day when he nally began catching a decent number of sh.

When he told me that, I thought of my own shing excursions on the ice when I was trying to decide if I should move to another location or stay where I was, and hopefully have some schools of sh show up.

To be honest, it takes some time and preparation to change locations on a lake when ice shing; you have to load everything up in your sled and pull it to the new spot, and then more holes have to be drilled.

By the same token, there have been times when ice shing that staying patiently in one location paid o : after sitting for two hours without a strike, all the sudden a large school of sh showed up, and the action was crazy.

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The more I thought about it, the more I realized that we hunting and shing types are faced with the Move on or stay put question all the time.

More than once, I ve been y shing a favorite stretch on a local stream, and the trout ust weren t cooperating, so I would convince myself to move to the lower end of the stretch in hopes the sh might be more willing to take my o ering. Sometimes it worked, and sometimes after I relocated, someone else moved into where I started and began catching sh right away; maybe I should have stayed where I started.

That move on or stay put thought doesn t ust apply to shing situations. How many times have we been out deer hunting in a stand we were fairly con dent would produce, because our trail cameras showed up some nice bucks on several occasions, and rubs and scraps were all around a well-used trail?

After sitting patiently for six or more

hours, you began to have some doubts, and the question comes up, “Should I stay put or move to some other location?”

If you hit that same stand every day for a week and nothing shows up, there’s a good chance you are going to move on.

I’ve had this happen when turkey hunting on several occasions. I set up one morning in spring gobbler season in a location where I had seen several gobblers in the previous weeks. After sitting and occasionally calling for a couple of hours without any respons-

es, I decided to “move on.” I hardly walked 40 yards when I suddenly ushed three big gobblers from some thick hemlocks. Maybe I should have “stayed put instead of moving on.”

Obviously, I don’t have an answer to the question, “Do I move on or stay put?’ I’m sure there are many other factors that go into where we locate and whether another location would be better.

In the meantime, I may get out ice shing next week, and if I don t catch anything in the rst couple of hours, will I “move on”?

It was a typical Sunday morning as the pastor stood before the parishioners making the weekly church announcements. As he departed to join the choir for the formal entrance to begin the service, he suddenly reappeared, stating, “One more announcement, the hockey game is 1-1 after two periods.” The congregation nodded and smiled approvingly.

The ‘hockey game’ in question was the Olympic Gold Medal men’s championship game between the United States and Canada, won by Team USA 2-1 in overtime, giving the red, white & blue its rst hockey gold medal since the ‘Miracle on Ice’ 1980 team that defeated the heavily favored Russians, ironically on the same February 22 date 46 years ago.

No further sports updates emanated from the pulpit; however, one hockey-crazed attendee not so discreetly left the service, phone in hand. When he returned with a smile on his face, accompanied by a thumbs-up gesture, all knew victory had been achieved.

The Winter Olympics do not generate the kind of sports excitement that United States sports fans show for football, baseball, and basketball. While the competitions are always intense and lled with stories of human drama, it’s hard for Americans to get excited about so many

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sports they know little about. When was the last time you tuned in to view Skimo (uphill and downhill ski racing), Skijoring (athletes pulled across the snow by a horse), or Biathlon ri e shooting and cross-country skiing)?

But hockey does move our sports needle. TV ratings for the USA women’s overtime gold medal victory over Canada earlier in the Olympics attracted 5.3 million viewers. At this writing, the ratings for the men’s game were not available, but the game was expected to top the 7-million mark. Overall, this year’s Olympic Games were viewed by 25.7 million, making it the most-watched winter Olympics since 2014. By comparison, this year’s Super Bowl drew an audience of 124 million.

The Olympic Games are truly ancient history, but their purpose may be more important today than it ever has been. At a time when discord is running rampant around the globe, the aim of the Games, “to unite the world through sport, promote peace, cultural exchange, and personal excellence, while fostering values of friendship, respect, and fair play,” is much needed.

Originating in ancient Greece around 776 BC, the Olympics began as a religious and athletic festival in honor of Zeus. Those early games featured a single

footrace, but over time, additional events such as wrestling, boxing, chariot racing, and the pentathlon were added. The Winter Games did not become part of the Olympic movement until 1924, when they were rst held in Chamonix, France.

The Modern Games bring together athletes from over 200 nations, promoting peaceful competition and mutual understanding across cultural, racial, and religious boundaries. The Games are guided by three fundamental values:

• Excellence: Striving to achieve one’s personal best in sports and life.

Friendship: Building solidarity, mutual understanding, and lifelong bonds.

• Respect: Upholding fair play, ethical conduct, and respect for others.

The Olympics aside, there are those among us holding the view that sports have become all too important in our society.

It is a belief that cannot be ignored, as overzealous actions of individuals, institutions, corporations, and athletic entities have led to the eroding of bullet point three above.

But one thing is certain it is the universal language of sport that can bring people together.

Research has indicated that there are 7,000 languages in use today around the globe. This results from a combination of natural language change, human migration, geographical isolation, and cultural adaptation. Those Skimo competitors may not be able to speak to one another, but it is a sport that puts them on common ground. The same can be said

for those who compete in soccer, baseball, track & eld, etc., around the world.

Currently, those high school teams and individuals who have survived district and regional competitions with dreams of PIAA gold medals around their necks are moving on. Hopefully, as they engage others with the same goal, the respect shown by those Olympic athletes will remain prevalent.

Our area has been blessed to applaud the e orts of so many teams and athletes that have been crowned Pennsylvania’s best over the years. Sadly, we all can’t win, but we can all compete.

One of my most vivid sports memories over the years came as a result of a defeat. While coaching basketball at South Williamsport in the early 2000s, Allan Taylor led a Mountaineer team to Inter District play against multi-time state champion Trinity. The game was held at the old Hershey Park Arena in a magical environment.

The Shamrocks were heavily favored, featuring four college-bound players, including two D1 recruits. The Mounties hung with them and held a one-point lead after three quarters. Eventually, superior talent prevailed and Trinity won by double digits. They would go on to easily win another state title, with South providing them with their closest game.

Twenty years later, that same Trinity coach referenced that game, showing his respect to the current South Williamsport coach. May that same Olympic spirit prevail, whatever be your sport!

The Montoursville Hoops team is rolling. The Warriors have punched their ticket to the PIAA State playo s. Coach Mike Mussina and his guys will face Lewisburg in the District 4 AAA Finals. I plan to go to shake some hands and kiss some babies. They are playing extremely well. Making the extra pass, hitting shots, and they are solid on defense. Many have stepped up. Montoursville has a nice mix of young and old players. The Warriors knocked o a scrappy Shamokin squad in the District Semis.

“This last game showed our growth throughout the year,” Sophomore Jay Houseknecht said. “We were .500 last season. We didn’t impress anyone. Now we are playing for a District Championship and have made it to the State Tournament. Tons have stepped up, from the starters to the bench. We understand it. Our guys are working extra hard in practice. We don’t have that 1-2 punch. It is more of a team e ort. Everyone knows their role. That is the key to our successes.”

I have many ties to the Montoursville

team. I know their coaches. Mike Heinbach and I are good buddies. Some of their dads even played for me. You can’t make it up. Yes. I am getting old. One even wrapped my ankle before practice. A lot of these guys are my son’s age. I have seen them grow both on and o . Multiple sports. It is great to see. I remember them when they were little ones. Montoursville is now 18-6 on the year. And if they continue to play well, they will make a run. The future is bright.

has been great for me personally. We are playing well, and these big games are so much fun. I am super proud of my teammates. They continue to push. It has been fun. And hopefully there is more to come.”

Montoursville continues to do well with all of its sports. They have a culture. A ne tradition. They care. A lot of these guys are on the sidelines and diamonds. It doesn’t matter the time of year. Some have seen success at many di erent levels. This only adds to their con dence and swagger. Great stu .

“We have great chemistry,” Sophomore Isaac Erlandson mentioned. We are playing solid team defense. Many of us play together year-round. That helps, too. We take pride in hustling and getting those rebounds. We try to keep the other teams under 50. If we do that — we have a great chance at winning. There is a trust that everyone on the oor will do their part. Our defense helps our o ense. It gives us that energy.”

“Our younger guys are fantastic,” Senior Shea Ulmer added. “They worked hard all summer. Cam Cintron and Eli Eck don t play like sophomores. They are just as good, if not better than, anyone we go against. This experience

“Most of us have been playing together since the 2nd grade, Sophomore Eli ah Eck zoomed. I think this helps with all of our wins this basketball season. Yes. Many of us also play football and baseball. These sports also help in terms of physicality and mental toughness. Making runs and the playo experiences have de nitely prepared us. We are used to the crowds. ust a di erent season. I have lots of fun memories with Montoursville. It was my rst coaching opportunity. They handed the keys to a 24-year-old kid. I often look back and smile. We were just awful, but then we won some games. I said a few naughty words, and I was let go. NO WORRIES. That was 17 years ago. The circle of life is grand. I really enjoyed reaching out to these athletes. I have strong bonds with all four families. Well done, Warriors. Best wishes. Cheers.

COMICS

Crossword,

Scrape (Archaic)

Actress Seyfried

A tributary of the Ohio

Omit when speaking

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER PARISH

Bingo Every Monday Night

Come join us for a chance to win the $1000 guaranteed Jackpot, our progressive Bonanza game and more!

WE H AVE GREAT FOOD TOO!

18 face: $28, 12 face: $22, 6 face: $14 • Add a bumper to the 18 face for $9 All packages include a chance to win the Jackpot and Mystery #(s) Doors open at 5PM • Games begin at 6:30PM

Black & White, One Liver & White, One Brindle And White, $1,000. One White, $1,200. 570-692-1472 . 197263

ACA REGISTERED

Fawn And White Boxer

Puppies, $800.00 Each. Will Have Puppy Shots And Deworming. Will Be Ready Week Of March 4th. Call

Now To Reserve Your Puppy 570-649-6710. 197133 7 JACK RUSSELL MIX

Puppies. Born 12/31/25, $95.00 Each. 570-725-2398. 197492

BORDER COLLIE/ MINI AUSTRALIAN

Mixed Puppies, $295.00. 10 Weeks Old. 570-367-0698. 197318

LIVESTOCK

ROUND PENS ALL SIZES. Livestock Panels. Immediate Delivery. 570-9163309. 197489 FOR SALE Red Sex-Link Pullets, Ready To Lay. 570547-6409. 197240

following items were sold on February 26th, 2026: Beef Calves: $15.50 to $23.50 per pound; Beef X Calves: $13.00 to $19.50 per pound; Holstein Calves: $0.25 to $16.25 per pound; Fats: $1.89 to $2.44 per pound; Cows: $0.42 to $1.87 per pound; Bulls: $1.80 to $2.33 per pound; Feeders: $1.65 to $6.10 per pound; Goats $60 to $410 per head; Lambs: $3.70 to $ 4.45 per pound; Sheep: $ 0.93 to $ 2.05 per pound: Hogs: $ 0.45 to $ 0.99 per pound. 1308 S RT 44 HWY, JERSEY SHORE PA 17740. 197493

AT 2:30PM GAMES BEGIN AT 4:00PM

Buying Green Depression Glass. Come Check Us Out. Hours, Thursday Through Sunday 10-5pm. 570-2591886. 197486

WANTED TO BUY GLASS CHICKENS AND RABBITS ON NEST AND MORE, GLASS CHICKENS. CALL 570-546-7303 LEAVE MESSAGE AND NUMBER. 197278

ESTATE SALE

ESTATE SALE AT 2201 Lincoln Street, Williamsport. Dates: March 12th, 1:00pm6:00pm, March 13th, 9:00am-4:00pm, March 14th, 8:00am-1:00pm. Fur-

niture, Housewares, Tools, Antiques, Etc. 197497

PUBLIC SALE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC

SALE: The Following Self-Storage Cube Contents Containing Household and Other Goods Will Be Sold, For Cash, By CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent For Owner 300 Lycoming Mall Circle Suite 320, Pennsdale, Pa. 17756, To Satisfy A Lien

On March 18, 2026, At Approx. 3:00 PM At www. storagetreasures.com. Cube 1145 Shauntel Perry, Cube 1370 Holli Trimble, Cube 1501 Hannah Kancevicius, Cube 1612 Kenneth Oister, Cube 1633 Seth Fredericks, Cube 1635 Seth Fredericks. 197345

DINNER

TROOP & PACK 12

CHICKEN AND WAFFLES DINNER. St Luke Lutheran Church 1400 Market St. Williamsport. Saturday, March 7th, 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Eat in or take out. Adults $12, Kids $8 (10 & under) . 197311

CHURCH SERVICES

HESHBON PARK

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

2898 Heshbon Road, Williamsport Turn O Of Lycoming Creek Road)

Pastor Jane O’Borski. Worship 9AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 196796

EAGLE MOUNTAIN

WORD OF FAITH

CHURCH 1804 Bloomingrove Road, Williamsport. Sundays 10am. 570-4470162. 197350

DUBOISTOWN CHURCH

133 Summer Street. Sunday 10am. “24 Hours that Changed the World-Condemned by the Righteous”. 717-813-3992. 197349

GENERAL MERCH.

PREPARE FOR POWER

OUTAGES TODAY - Generac Home Standby Generator. Receive a free 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. 855-948-6176 to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. C11

DO YOU KNOW

WHAT’S IN YOUR WATER? Leaf Home Water Solutions o ers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% o your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior and military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866-996-1526. M11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES TODAY with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to re-

ceive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. M11

SAFE STEP. North America ’s #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 O for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-356-1954. M11

8 With Memory Foam 570-9715349. 197417

CONSUMER CELLU-

LAR - same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract, no hidden fees free activation. All plans feature unlimited talk & text, starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877305-1535. C11

FIREWOOD FOR SALE. $220.00 A Cord. Mixed Hardwood. Delivery Available. Mill Hall. 570927-0587. 197018

FIREWOOD. Red And White Oak. Cut. Pick-Up Or Delivery. Discount For Multiple Loads. Call 570-2205227 . 196936 FIREWOOD FOR SALE. $75.00 A Pickup Load. 570547-6343. 197488

$220/CORD. Half Locust & Half Oak Cherry. 570220-1383. 196401

BINGO EVERY

FIREARMS

TC OMEGA INLINE

Muzzleloader With Lupold Scope, $750.00 OBO. Call 570-220-0925. 197443

WTS: CZ SHADOW Z

BLUE 9mm. NIB, Un red. Call 570-560-0246 For Details. 197298

GOOD THINGS TO EAT

TRADITIONAL APPLE

BUTTER. Pints, Quarts, Half Gallons. Near Clarkstown 570-244-6149. 197346

HEALTHCARE

DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246. M11

DENTAL INSUR-

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PORTABLE OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR may be covered by Medicare! Reclaim independence and mobility with the compact design and long-lasting battery of Inogen One. Free information kit! Call 877-3051535. C11

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MOBILEHELP, America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888-489-3936. C11

DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. AmeriGlide today 833-399-3595 C11

WANTED TO BUY

CALLAHAN’S ANTIQUITIES

381 Broad Street Montoursville, PA. ALWAYS BUYING

TOP DOLLAR PAID for old vintage guitars! Gibson, Fender, Martin, Grecsch, Rickenbacker, Epiphone, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. Call 866-433-8277. C11

WANTED TO BUY:

Used John Deere Snowplow For 10205R Manual Operated. 570-435-0882 Or 272230-9970. 197371

WANTED: VINTAGE

CHRISTMAS Decorations And Ornaments. Call 570447-4488. 196474

BUYING RECORDS!!!

Sonic Ascension Records Is Buying Albums And 45’s. Rock, Blues, Jazz, Punk, And Metal. No Collection Too Big Or Small. Cash Paid On The Spot! Call 570-3603486 Or Find Us On FaceBook. 197217

HEALTHCARE EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTED, DOC’S SIDE OF THE MOON, Linden. Now hiring Part time Cook. Bartender. 570398-7675. Ask for Mike. Cook and bartender are separate positions. 197479

HANS CEDARDALE SATELLITE INC.

Is Currently Hiring For A PartTime Satellite Technician. The Ideal Candidate Is Motivated Dependable And Comfortable Working With The Public. Must Have Valid Driver’s License With Clean Driving Record. Experience A Plus, But Willing To Train The Right Candidate. Very Flexible Hours. Apply At 3402 Route 220 Hwy, Hughesville, PA 17737.

RELIABLE INDIVIDUAL NEEDED for lawn mowing, pruning, mulching, snow plowing. Must have clean driving record and be at least 18 years of age. Hours vary as weather permits during spring/summer months and as snowstorms arrive in winter. If you love working outdoors, this could be the position for you! We’ve been in business for 30 years, so come join us. Call 570-546-8538 to discuss. 197373

BUSINESS SERVICES

PEST CONTROL: Protect your home from pests safely. Roaches, Bed Bugs, Rodent, Termite, Spiders & more. Locally owned & a ordable. For service or inspection today! 833-8600657 Have zip code ready! C11

NO MORE CLEANING OUT GUTTERS. Guaranteed! LeafFilter is backed by a no-clog guarantee and lifetime transferable warranty. Call today 1-855-7911626 to schedule a FREE inspection and no obligation estimate. Get 15% o your entire order. Plus, Military & Seniors get an additional 10% o . Limited time only. Restrictions apply, see representative for warranty and o er details. M11

JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. O er ends 12/31/25) Call 1-844-8262535. M11

LIVE-IN COMPANION/CAREGIVER Wanted For 65 Year Old In Williamsport. Pay Will Be Room And Board Worth Approximately $1,600/Month Plus Small Stipend With Hourly Rate Commensurate With Experience For Up To 15 Hours Per Week. Please Call 570-279-3310. 197327

Quality Antiques, Gold, Silver Top Prices Paid With Immediate Payment. One Piece or Whole Estates. Member of Certi ed Appraisers Guild of America”. Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597. 197329

PEACE OF MIND & EARLY DETECTION - Now more than ever, it’s important to get screened for Stroke & Cardiovascular Disease risk. Life Line Screening is simple & painless. 833-970-4172. C11

RICHART’S FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570-584-3215. 197305

JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. Limited times, we’re waiving all installation costs! (Additional terms apply). Subject to change and vary by dealer. O er ends 12/31/25 Call 1-844-501-3208. C11 CLEANING AND HAULING INSIDE AND OUT. We Will Clean Up And Haul Away Your Unwanted Items From Your Yard, Attic, Basement And Garage. Reliable And Reasonable. Call Gary 570-244-1424 OR 570-321-9472. 197183 AGING ROOF? NEW HOMEOWNER? STORM DAMAGE? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 833-640-4753. Have zip code of property ready when calling! C11

CHURCH

Please

NO

MORE CLEANING GUTTERS GUARANTEED! LeafFilter backed by no-clog guarantee & lifetime warranty. Call 1- 833-6101936 to schedule FREE inspection/estimate. Get 15% o your entire order. Military & Seniors get additional 10% o . Restrictions apply, see rep for details. C11

BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author`s guide 1-877-729-1920 or visit dorranceinfo.com/ ads .C11

REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! 3 styles & multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time O er up to 50% o installation Additional 10% o install military, health & 1st responders.) 1-833-370-1234. C11

WATER DAMAGE

CLEANUP & restoration:

A small amount of water can lead to major damage and mold growth in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your home’s value! Call 24/7: 1-833-8870117. C11

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Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time O er -- up to 50% o installation Additional 10% o install for military, health workers & 1st responders. Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855-338-4807. M11

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BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR. We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920 Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-866-4821576 or visit http://dorranceinfo.com/macnet. M11

HEALTHCARE MUSIC

G & W SOUND. D Music

For Any Occasion Small Or Large. 570-220-5512

HEALTHCARE LAWN CARE

PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration & mosquito control. Free quote. Ask about rst application special! 833-8600811. C11

SCOTT'S LAWN CARE. OUR 27TH YEAR IN BUSINESS! SPRING AND FALL CLEAN-UP. Residential And Commercial Mowing And Landscaping. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 570-419-6326. 197480

HEALTHCARE CLEANING

NEED A CLEAN HOUSE? No Time? Call ME! I Will Get Your Home Looking Great So You Can Relax! Great Rates, References Available Upon Request. For An Estimate Call Joyce 570-238-1796. NO TIME TO CLEAN? If You Are Busy With Life And Cleaning Your House Is ust Too Much, Call Me And I Will Take Care Of It For You! Years Of Experience And References Too. Call To Discuss Rates And Services 570-220-3664

FINANCIAL

INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NATIONAL DEBT RELIEF and nd out how to pay o your debt for signi cantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866272-0492. M11

Loyalsock Township School District 26-27 Kindergarten Registration

Please Pre-Register Online at: www.loyalsocklancers.org /new-student-enrollment/

WESLEY FINANCIAL

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TV / INTERNET

DIRECTV StreamCarries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866859-0405. C11

DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favor-

ite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos w/CHOICE Package or higher. No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866629-6086. M11

REAL ESTATE

WE BUY HOUSES Any Condition/Any Situation. No Hassles, Quick Cash. Call 570-989-1938 . 197347

NEED CASH QUICKLY? We buy houses in any condition. Get a fair cash o er within 24 hours! Call today. Liz Buys Houses: 833359-4707. C11

LAND WANTED

LAND WANTED FOR USE during the 2026 Bowhunting Season No Ri e . Willing To Lease Or Will Exchange For Lawn Work Services. I m 55 Years Old, Responsible And Respectful. Please Call Or Text 570447-2995. 196680

and

removal. Must meet federal program requirements. Section 8 Voucher are Accepted. Call and request an application at 1-800-735-3068. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 197309

WILLIAMSPORT-

APARTMENTS

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!! IRIS COMMONSAPARTMENTS. Office located at

618 Center Street, Williamsport, PA 17701. 1-800-7353068 TDD: 711. 2, 3 & 4 BR

Apartments. Rent includes heat. Tenant responsible for electric, water, sewer, trash

NICHOLS COURT APARTMENTS,ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!1 AND 2 BEDROOMS MUST BE 62 YRS. OR OLDER & MEET FEDERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. RENT INCLUDES ALL UTILITIES; SECTION 8 VOUCHER ARE ACCEPTED. NON-SMOKING BUILDING. THIS INSTITUTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER. PLEASE CALL 1-800-735-3068 ext. # 147, TTD: 711 TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION. 197310

2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS

Downtown Williamsport. Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,600/Month. 570-916-3309. 197490

COMMERCIAL UNIT

7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMERCIAL

At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570-916-3309. 197491

CEMETERY LOTS

2 BURIAL LOTS In Twin Hills Cemetery, $1,500.00 Each. 570-971-9313 . 197328

STORAGE UNITS

CLEAN, SAFE Self Storage-SouthWilliamsportSelfStorage.com-or call 272230-8765 . 197019

VEHICLES

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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL, 3 LINES FOR 4 WEEKS, ONLY $15.95.

CALL CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT 570326-9322

TRACTORS

BURKHOLDER’S REPAIR, Sales Of Farm Tractors, Repair, Restore, Paint, Etc. Turbotville, PA. 814720-8845. 197487

VEHICLES

GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, nocost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the BlindToday at 1-844-3202804 today! M11 BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com . M11 WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com . M11

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today! M11

DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-245-0398. C11 ATTENTION B & C Auto Wreckers Will Now Pay Top Dollar For Your Unwanted Cars, Trucks and Equipment. Licensed and Professional Service. Call For Details. 570-547-1040. 197348