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Murr Wins Two District Jumping Golds

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Penn Manor’s Kyle Murr takes the top spot on the podium in the District Three track and field triple jump and long jump held in Shippensburg Friday and Saturday, May 14-15.

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Anne Bibis, Eden Chrisman, Jayln Clow, Leo Medvedkin, Kyle Murr, Jordan Schucker, Graham Thomas and Dorrien Zimmerman made the trip to Shippensburg’s Seth Grove Stadium to compete in the District Three Class 3A Track and Field Championships May 21-22. The group brought home five medals, including pair of golds.

Murr, a senior jumper, rose to the top of the medal stands not once, but twice. He competed in the triple jump on Friday and matched his personal best 47-10.5 on his very first jump, winning the competition by just over two feet. Ironically, that was the exact same distance he jumped in the L-L League Championships to also take first. “Kyle just killed it,” said head coach Ben Shober. “He matched his PR on his very first jump.” One day later, Murr, seeded ninth in the long jump with a 21-9.25, turned in a winner, going 22-4 for another gold. “His very first jump was 22-4 which is a PR and the first time he’s gone over 22 feet in his career,” Shober said. “He’s really stepping up and peaking at the right time.” The last Comet athlete to win a pair of district golds was Taraje Whitfield in 2018. He won the 110 and 300 hurdles. Also on Friday, Thomas, another senior, was the top seed in the 3200 (9:08.73) but settled for a silver medal with a 9:21.24, following Greencastle-Antrim’s Weber Long (9:18.98) to the finish line. Manheim Township’s Tyler Stevens was third (9:24.08). “Graham was a little disappointed with his 3200 but it was a great race and great competition to lead into states,” said Shober. “His PR is 9:08 which he ran at Henderson in perfectly cool weather. The heat was definitely a factor this weekend.”

On Saturday, Thomas and Weber met again, this time in the mile. Weber clocked a 4:16.16 for a second gold and Thomas settled for third with a 4:19.59, just 1.2 seconds behind Exeter Township’s Alex Holbrook, who grabbed second.

“Graham was less than a second off his 1600 PR,” noted Shober. “It was a great race against the top two seeds. We’re excited for states.”

Manor’s next highest place-winner was Eden Chrisman with a three-way tie for fifth place in the pole vault.

“Eden came in at 11 feet and nailed it on her first attempt,” Shober said. “She’s been working on a new pole and is really close to perfecting it. We’re excited for her to compete at states in what is really her first year in track and field.”

Medvedkin, a junior, competed in the 400 where he finished in 14th place while Bibus, a sophomore, was a 15th place finisher in the mile (5:21.65). “They both did really well in their first trip to Shippensburg,” said Shober. “Both were close to PR’s in their heat and both will be around next year. They are just infectious with their work ethics and positive attitudes.”

Clow, a senior, finished 17th in the discus (94-08), Schucker was 13th in the javelin (109-07) and Dorrien Zimmerman, also a senior, competed in the prelims of the 110m hurdles.

“Jordan threw two feet over her PR,” exclaimed Shober. “Unfortunately, she was about two feet away from making the finals.

“Jayln had a rough day. These things happen sometimes,” he added. “We are proud of her accomplishments in her time with the team. Dorrien was surprised to make it into districts. He had a great career with us.”

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Penn Manor’s Eden Chrisman settled for fifth place in the District Three pole vault competition held at Shippensburg May 14-15. Comet track and field seniors were recognized on May 10 after a home meet against Cedar Crest. Senior members include, front row (left to right): Max Kreitzer, Raessa Sadiki, Jalyn Clow, Jaden Metzler, Becky Kramer, Chantal Morales, Jacob Johnson and Jared Kline. Second row (left to right): Eden Chrisman, Hunter Hoffman, Lou Lindsley, Alyssa Heagy, Carly Wall, Abby Stoner, Jasmine Miller, Berklee Perry and Jordan Schucker. Back row (left to right): Emmitt Richey, Kyle Murr, Nate Thompson, Graham Thomas, Aaron Eaby and Dorrien Zimmerman.

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At the District Three track and field championships held May 14-15 at Shippensburg, Comet senior Graham Thomas earned a second place medal in the 3200m run and was third in the mile.

Sounds of Strasburg, the annual series of five free concerts at the Strasburg Community Park, 151 Precision Ave., will begin with a performance by AMFM on Saturday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. The band’s name, AMFM, stands for Andy Mowatt’s Frequency Movement.

The Lancaster-based band of more than five pieces consists of virtuosic musicians who play original arrangements that blend elements of jazz, jam, rock, funk, soul and blues. Mowatt has called the band’s sound “symphonic funk box - talkbox funk music.”

Mowatt is a renowned guitarist with more than 10 years of full-time professional experience as a musician. He teaches lessons and master classes, writes, produces, records and tours. Mowatt recently enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he will be a member of the Air Force’s rock band, Max Impact.

Concert guests are advised to bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating on soft turf within the park’s terraced amphitheater. Coolers and alcoholic beverages will be prohibited. Those who wish to eat a preshow meal al fresco may use the picnic tables in and beside the park’s pavilion. Vendors selling food and beverages, including Italian ice, will be on-site. Social distancing protocols will be in effect, and audience capacity will be based upon state and CDC guidelines at the time of the event.

The concert series will continue on select Saturdays, with John Bressler performing on June 26, Big Sky Quartet on July 10, The Celtic Martins on July 31 and Rizzetta’s Tones on Aug. 14. Admission to the concerts is open to the general public due to the support of local sponsors. All shows will begin at 6:30 p.m. Parking can be found along Precision Avenue. The park’s main parking lot, located at 151 Precision Ave., is reserved for handicappedaccessible parking.

For more information about the 2021 Sounds of Strasburg concerts, concert updates and the Strasburg Community Park, visit www.strasburgpark.org, find “Strasburg Community Park” on Facebook or contact Barb Rathbone-Frank at 717-572-6830.

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During the COVID-19 pandemic Domestic Violence Services (DVS) has continued to serve victims of domestic violence, who may be trapped at home with their abusers, by showing up where needed and by embracing technology. Zoom counseling sessions and text hotline conversations have become the norm. Emergency safe house spaces have been renovated to increase safety, and a new Economic Advocacy program was launched.

To honor the resilience of survivors, DVS will present “Survivor to ‘Thriver’: A Celebration of Resilience!” The virtual fundraising event will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 24.

William Gay, a former Pittsburgh Steeler, will be the featured speaker. Gay was 8 years old when his mother was murdered in a domestic violence incident after leaving her abuser and seeking refuge with a friend. Gay will join participants virtually for a guided conversation on his experience of domestic violence through a child’s eyes and to share how he has used his celebrity platform to increase awareness of domestic violence.

The event will also feature local survivor stories, a silent auction, and an appeal for donations. The presentation of the Catalyst for Change Award, which honors local individuals who have made significant contributions to the DVS mission, will also take place.

Sponsorships are currently available for both businesses and individuals. General admission tickets include virtual networking before the event. VIP tickets include pre-event networking and a live question-and-answer session with Gay following the event. Party packages are also available and include a specially curated dessert box for up to 10 people.

More information, including tickets, is available at http://caplanc.org /dvscelebration.

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