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High school football kicks off this weekend and the Gazette has it covered.

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As PSU opener nears, many await season tickets

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By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH and Gazette Staff

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ELLIE KIM, above, watches as Roshni Raj attempts to take a photo of the solar eclipse minutes before its peak through a telescope provided by Chris Palma of the Penn State Astronomy Department at Mount Nittany Middle School. Clouds were aplenty during the Aug. 21 eclipse in Centre County, as shown in the photo at left. See more on the eclipse on page 4.

UNIVERSITY PARK — With the Penn State football season set to kick off Saturday, Sept. 2, many season ticket holders are nervous because they still had not received their tickets and parking passes.

Penn State officials said the delays resulted from a heavy demand this year following last season’s surprising run to the Big Ten title, and a new printer.

They assured season ticket holders in an email that all would have tickets in time to

watch the Nittany Lions open against Akron at Beaver Stadium. While some do have their season tickets in hand, many were still waiting as of the week of Aug. 20.

Season tickets are typically mailed in late July.

Penn State sent an email Aug. 22 with the subject line, “Your Season Tickets Are On The Way!” “Your season tickets and parking are in the process of being shipped through express mail via UPS this week,” the email from Penn State Athletics said. “We apologize for the delay but hope you enjoy your all-inTickets, Page 6

Hearts for Homeless founder assures borough council

By SEAN YODER syoder@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — The Bellefonte Borough council got reassurance on Aug. 21 that a new transitional housing program was being closely managed and monitored.

The founder of the organization that provides support and transitional housing for the homeless told the council about steps taken to ensure her facility would be orderly and law-abiding.

Ginny Poorman, founder of Hearts for Homeless

and currently its only employee, told the council Aug. 21 that the transitional housing is not a dropin shelter. People must apply and it is meant for longer-term residents. There are also rules, and residents are made to leave if they are broken.

A total of eight people can live in the house and currently six people live there, all of them men.

Local Realtor Bob Langton accompanied Poorman to the council meeting and explained that Hearts for Homeless has done away with residents Screenshot of PSU image

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State College man hopes to change how borough sees accessibility

By JAMES TURCHICK correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

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STATE COLLEGE resident Joel Solkoff wants State College Borough to begin thinking in a different way about accessibility. He has proposed legislation to the council, which he says has been ignored.

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STATE COLLEGE — A new face for State College’s planning department may be what the borough needs to combat some criticisms from the local disabled community.

Maureen Safko took over as senior planner in April, and since then has been catching up with the current state of disability housing and accessibility.

“You want everyone to be accommodated, of course, but you have to do it in a smart way,” Safko said. “It’s so important to involve disabled people because your product will be better.”

One of those people who would like to be more

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involved is State College resident Joel Solkoff.

Solkoff, 69, has been a paraplegic for 20 years.

“I think they take it so not serious that they don’t even think it’s an issue,” Solkoff said.

Following treatment for Hodgkin’s disease, Solkoff slowly lost the use of his legs and is bound to his wheelchair these days. From that wheelchair, he has tried his best to change what he sees as a broken system.

The legislation he proposed is two-part. The first is an ordinance on “visit-ability” requirements in the borough taken from the Austin, Texas, city council. “Visit-ability” concerns what it sounds like — the ability for disabled persons to visit a home in the borough.

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Front and Centre BUDDY WALK: The Centre Region Down Syndrome Society will hold its ninth annual Buddy Walk on Oct. 14. Proceeds will go toward activities that enhance the lives of those with Down syndrome.

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NONE LIKE IT: The Grange Fair is oneof-a-kind in the U.S. and won’t fail to amaze through it’s size and plethora of activities. See the Gazette’s continuing coverage of this rural tradition.

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FLYING FORTRESS: The Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum will be bringing a B-17 “Flying Fortress,” one of the iconic World War II bombers, to University Park Airport starting Aug. 28 Page 13

PUBLIC SERVICE: Bellefonte Borough Council President Gay Dunne said she will be stepping down at the end of the year to make way for younger residents to serve the public.

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Frank Stimer, 44, of Philipsburg, will face a charge of harassment after police said he pushed a woman during an altercation along Walnut Street in Rush Township at 9:46 p.m. Aug. 8. qqq Troopers said Tracy L. Watson, of Bellefonte, suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle crash Aug. 9 along Unionville Pike in Union Township. Police withheld the name of a 17-year-old driver who they said was traveling south on Unionville Pike at 3:27 p.m. and went into the opposite lane. Watson attempted to avoid the oncoming vehicle when her vehicle went into a ditch then back out onto the road.

She was transported to Mount Nittany Medical Center. qqq Police said they are investigating an incident where a 13-year-old Philipsburg boy was struck by a ricocheting pellet fired from a rifle along Tyrone Pike in Rush Township on Aug. 14. Troopers said he suffered minor injuries. qqq A State College man will face drug possession charges after state police said they found marijuana, THC oil and drug paraphernalia after a probable cause search of his vehicle Aug. 16 along Interstate 99 near mile marker 59.7. qqq James L. Eirich, 69, told state police someone broke the glass on his front door at 105 Walker St. sometime Aug. 16. qqq Michele M. Capitos, of Clearfield, was not hurt when a deer ran into the passenger’s side of her vehicle along High Street near Sawmill Road in Worth Township at 2:57 p.m. Aug. 18, according to police. qqq Police said Andrew S. Leakey, of Port Matilda, lost control of his vehicle along Buffalo Run Road in Benner Township then over-corrected, causing his vehicle to roll down an embankment into some trees at 10:28 a.m. Aug. 18. Troopers said he was not hurt. qqq A 30-year-old man will face driving under the influence charges after police said they stopped him along Front Street in Philipsburg Borough and found him to be intoxicated at 12:48 a.m. Aug. 19.

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Richard Miller, 36, will face drug possession charges after police said they found him with a small amount of marijuana along Interstate 80 near mile marker 149 in Snow Shoe Township at 3:18 p.m. Aug. 2. qqq None of the three people riding in a vehicle were hurt when it struck a tree along Interstate 80 near mile marker 141 in Snow Shoe Township, according to police. Troopers said Richard Q. Bebb, of Denville, N.J., lost control of the vehicle in the left travel lane. The vehicle then struck a tree with its rear end. He and his pas-

sengers, a 16-year-old boy and Danielle C. Smith, of Rockaway, N.J., were all unhurt. qqq Danielle Smith, 18, was arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia along Interstate 80 near mile marker 141 in Rush Township at 8:11 p.m. Aug. 4, according to state police. qqq Cory Anthony, 21, will face drug possession charges after troopers said they found him with a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia along Interstate 80 near mile marker 147 in Snow Shoe Township at 5:55 p.m. Aug. 14. qqq Police said Andrew J. Beaver, of Lewistown, was unable to slow his vehicle fast enough to avoid striking the rear of a vehicle driven by Shawn D. Klinger, of Lewistown, at 5:16 p.m. Aug. 16. Police said Klinger was slowing for traffic along Route 322 in Potter Township near Cider Press Road. qqq Two people were hurt in a three-vehicle crash Aug. 17 along Jacksonville Road in Marion Township, police said. Catherine L. Wallish, of Howard, and Julie R. Sealy, of Howard, were both traveling north on Jacksonville road when Wallish attempted to pass a buggy. Police said her vehicle struck an oncoming car driven by Dustin J. Heaton, of Howard. Both Wallish and Heaton suffered minor injuries. qqq Christopher Pierre-Jacques, 20, and a 17-year-old female will face drug possession charges after they were found with a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia at 5:22 p.m. Aug. 17, according to state police. qqq Police said Randy Wallace, of Duncansville, was the driver of a truck with a specialized tarp that struck several phone wires near Pine Street in Aaronsburg at 6:35 a.m. Aug. 17. qqq Officers were dispatched to a report of an unresponsive man at High and McCallister streets in Bellefonte Borough at 6:16 a.m. Aug. 19, according to a report.

Police said they will charge a 22-year-old Bellefonte man with driving under the influence. qqq A Centre Hall man will face charges of simple assault and endangering the welfare of children after police said he repeatedly struck a 2-year-old boy at 5 p.m. Aug. 19. Troopers said Dusti T. Jackson, 27, left the Grange Fair with the child because he felt the victim was misbehaving. Jackson took the child to a nearby field and struck him numerous times in the back, buttocks and legs, causing severe bruising, according to a report. Police responded to 209 Ash Circle, Potter Township, the next day to investigate. qqq Glenn M. Schaut, 28, of Milesburg, will face aggravated assault charges after Police Blotter, Page 8

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Massaro offers peek at State High construction

By SEAN YODER syoder@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Students at State College high will be filing in through the doors of a newly completed section of the State College High School in January.

Right now, it’s still very much a construction zone, though some of the fixtures are being installed, rooms are being painted and glass installed.

Tim Jones, a senior project manager with Massaro CM Services LLC, took reporters through the site Aug. 17 and explained the vision of the building that’s now much closer to reality.

They’re now two years into the fouryear, $120 million project that will see 680,000 square feet of new and renovated learning and administrative space. The project will bring all of the high school grades under one roof instead of splitting them up.

The building will be composed of four “pods,” designated A through D, which will serve as learning communities such as career and technology, science, math, language and the arts. Lockers will be placed in the main hallway connecting the different pods.

In one of the science rooms, Jones

showed the care taken in details such as providing natural light. While there will be plenty of it, overhangs will prevent too much glare. The walls are exposed masonry, painted red.

Larger classrooms will hold 26 to 28 students, with smaller classrooms holding 22 to 24.

Jones said there will be a student orientation program when they move into the new building and signage will be a big priority so everybody can find their way around.

The large group instruction classroom reporters toured faces Westerly Parkway.

It has large windows and will be outfitted with stadium seating to accommodate about 100 students or two divided classes of 50 each.

The lights were on and installed when reporters walked through the building.

Throughout much of the hallways, there were exposed mechanical lines for electricity and stormwater and domestic water.

Aside from the new construction, there are complete renovations going on in existing structures. Jones said these would be a “full gut” with all new fixtures, and not just fresh coats of paint.

The full project is expected to be completed in 2019.

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TIM JONES, senior project manager with Massaro, stands in front of the main public entrance of the new State High School building.

Little House dedicated to longtime Girl Scouts organizer

By SEAN YODER syoder@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — Women whose lives had been touched by Theresa Riglin just kept streaming through the door to pay their respects to the person who taught them responsibility, showed them the wider world and helped them to become

confident adults.

About 70 women and girls packed into the tiny Bellefonte Little House on Aug. 16 for a dedication of the building to longtime Girl Scouts organizer Riglin. Former Scouts and leaders who served under her thanked Riglin for her guidance and patience and for giving them a safe place as young girls.

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The elderly Riglin is in a wheelchair and cannot speak due to advanced glioblastoma. Her daughter, Barb Rockey, said about six months ago doctors gave her two months to live.

It was a touching and sometimes tearful evening of speeches in the hot and

crowded little house.

Elaine Boonie Coffman, of Petersburg, said Riglin welcomed every girl into the fold and that she was like a second mother to them.

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VISITORS TO the Centre County Grange Encampment Fair had the rare opportunity to watch an eclipse during the festivities.

Centre County views eclipse

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CENTRE HALL — Shows have always been a highlight of the Grange Fair. Country music singers, rock ‘n’ roll bands, high school bands, magicians and comedians have taken to the grandstand stage, delighting fairgoers for well over a century.

On Aug. 21, the sky became the stage for a different kind of show — a solar eclipse.

Solar eclipses occur when the moon, during its orbit, passes between the sun and the Earth, casting its shadow on the planet. From Earth, we see the sun slowly being obscured by a dark circular shadow, causing some degree of darkness to occur.

This most recent eclipse cut a diagonal swath across the U.S. from northwest to southeast. The last time this path was taken by a solar eclipse was in June 1918, when America was in the throes of World War I and the Grange Fair was just 44 years old.

Central Pennsylvania was not in the path of totality for the eclipse, but was predicted to experience about a 76 percent coverage of the sun’s disk. However, Mother Nature intervened in the show like a shy burlesque dancer, choosing to veil the skies of Centre Hall with thin clouds, obscuring most of the show. Intermittent patches of clear sky did provide a few moments of clear viewing, but the partially covered sun was still hard to observe or photograph.

Fairgoers in the Garbrick’s rides area, especially children, seemed oblivious to the historic happenings over their heads, but tenters in the southernmost tent rows, and the camper area, with a clear view of the southern sky, were seen wearing dark glasses to protect their eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet light as they observed the eclipse’s progress.

The year 2017 will go down in history as one of the very few to have an eclipse occur during Grange Fair. The next time Grange Fair visitors will see an eclipse will be in 2026, when a lunar eclipse will darken the night sky over Centre County.

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STATE COLLEGE — ClearWater Conservancy has been awarded renewal of its land trust accreditation through 2022 from the Land Trust Accreditation Commission.

ClearWater originally achieved the accreditation in 2012 and is one of only 389 accredited land trusts across the nation.

“Renewal of our accreditation demonstrates our ongoing commitment to permanent land conservation throughout Central Pennsylvania,” said Deb Nardone, executive director of ClearWater.

“This national recognition amplifies our dedication to making our local region a healthy and beautiful place for us and our children’s children.

Through proactive protection of special places such as the Meyer and Everhart properties in the heart of State College, we will continue to uphold this commitment to our community.”

ClearWater Conservancy had to provide extensive documentation and undergo a rigorous comprehensive review of its policies, protocols and procedures as part of accreditation, which must be renewed every five years. Nationwide, almost 20 million acres of farms, forests and natural areas are now permanently conserved by an accredited land trust.

“It is exciting to recognize ClearWater Conservancy with this distinction,” said Tammara Van Ryn, executive director of the Land Trust Accreditation Commission.

“Accredited land trusts are united behind strong ethical standards ensuring the places people love will be conserved forever. Accreditation recognizes ClearWater Conservancy has demonstrated sound finances, ethical conduct, responsible governance and lasting stewardship.”

Since its formation in 1980, ClearWater Conservancy has made a lasting impact in central Pennsylvania

through countless land conservation and stream restoration efforts targeting areas such as Rhoneymeade, Millbrook Marsh, the Musser Gap Greenway and The Barrens to Bald Eagle Wildlife Corridor.

In the spirit of an accredited land trust, the organization is currently working to raise the final funds needed to complete its most significant source water protection effort to date. The Slab Cabin Run Initiative, named for the stream that flows through the property, aims to permanently conserve 300 acres of agricultural land located across the street from the State College Friends School and Foxdale Village along University Drive.

The property lies in a vital portion of the Spring Creek Watershed, within the Source Water Protection Area for the Harter-Thomas wells, which supply the majority of the drinking water to Centre Region residents.

ClearWater Conservancy has raised $2.43 million, or 89 percent, of the $2.75 million needed by Saturday, Sept.

30, to finalize the agreement with the owners, the Meyer and Everhart families of State College.

“We’re thankful to the Meyer and Everhart families for their generosity and desire to partner with ClearWater Conservancy in order permanently conserve their properties,” said Kevin Abbey, land conservation manager at ClearWater Conservancy.

“Landowners take on a huge responsibility when deciding who will care for their land generations from now. I believe the renewal of our national accreditation offers an added layer of trust and confidence when making those big decisions.”

The mission of ClearWater Conservancy is to conserve and restore natural resources through land conservation, water resource stewardship and environmental outreach across central Pennsylvania.

Damage repaired from flooding

By SEAN YODER syoder@centrecountygazette.com

Work was completed on areas near streams ravaged

by October flooding when parts of Bald Eagle Valley and Coleville in Spring Township saw 8 to 10 inches of rain in a matter of hours.

Robert Sweitzer, of the Centre County Conservation District, said Aug. 16 that construction crews wrapped up their three projects using federal Emergency Watershed Protection funds. Work was originally scheduled to be completed by Friday, Sept. 1.

A total of $187,800 was used to fix damage to 10 properties in Coleville, Julian and Howard.

Sweitzer said in a new release the work will help to stabilize the stream banks and rehab sediment deposition areas near homes impacted by the flooding.

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In July, Centre County commissioners awarded the bid to Steven R. Krieger Excavating. The U.S. Department of Agriculture paid for 75 percent of the $187,800 contract, with the remaining 25 percent coming from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s wetlands and stream improvement fund.

The most costly of the work was done in Coleville, with $129,000 spent on two properties. Two more properties in Julian were fixed with $33,000 and another in Howard Township cost $24,900.

Sweitzer told the Centre County Gazette in June that a lot of collaboration was required between local, state and federal authorities, hence the long timeline from October until now. Sweitzer said the work also will help to mitigate damage in the event of intense storms in the future.

The autumn storm wreaked havoc across the entire northeast as a non-tropical system tapped into warm, summer-like weather, with much colder air following in subsequent days, according to AccuWeather. Temperatures plummeted to 30 to 40 degrees after record-high temperatures in the 70s and 80s. Though central and western Pennsylvania were among the hardest regions hit, flooding was also reported in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, as 2 to 4 inches of rain fell over a short period of time throughout New England. Destructive high winds also were reported in isolated areas.

The USDA provided $93 million for EWP projects in 2016, spread across 19 states. The most money last year went to 27 communities in Utah for severe flooding in late 2014 and early 2015. Pennsylvania had no projects on the docket last year.

The last time the county made use of EWP funds was in 2011 for minor flooding. Before that, EWP work was done after flooding in 1996, when warm January temperatures brought rainfall on top of a large amount of existing snow.

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Changes begin for PSU fraternities and sororities

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STATE COLLEGE — As the new academic year began at Penn State on Aug. 21, so too did a number of new policies and procedures for the university’s fraternities and sororities.

Following the February death of student and fraternity pledge Timothy Piazza, the university introduced a series of changes for Greek life organizations. They included university control of the fraternity and sorority misconduct process, restrictions on alcohol and social events, changes to new member recruitment and the addition of new resources to more closely monitor Greek life.

University officials recently gave an update and some new specifics on those measures.

“We have quickly instituted an expanded series of strategies that defines a new relationship between the university and its Greek-letter organizations,” said Penn State President Eric Barron. “And, this is just the beginning. We plan to continue to roll out measures and adjust as needed, with the Greek Life Response Team and its advisory group evaluating each measure and recommending adaptations as necessary to promote and produce responsible behavior.”

Penn State is hiring 14 new student affairs staff members, eight of whom will be tasked with monitoring fraternities and sororities through random compliance checks.

A moratorium on alcohol at social events will remain in effect until all chapters complete educational and risk-management programs, and alcohol will be permitted no earlier than Wednesday, Nov. 1. Once alcohol is allowed again, organizations will be limited to 10 social functions with alcohol per semester (down from 40). No hard liquor will be allowed and beer and wine may be served only by bartenders certified through a Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board program.

No daylong social events will be allowed. Attendance at parties, whether indoors or outdoors, will be limited to the legal capacity of the house.

The Neighborhood Enforcement Alcohol Team, a collaboration organized by Penn State and State College Police, was being reinstated Thursday, Aug. 24. First formed in 2010, the program has officers working in pairs to provide additional neighborhood patrols, with a focus on alcohol, noise and disorderly conduct. The state police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement also will partner in the effort.

For the new member recruitment process, only fulltime students who have completed at least 14 credits and have a minimum 2.5 GPA are eligible to participate. The process may only last six weeks (down from the previous 12) and each chapter must have a new member process and education plan approved by the university’s Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life before beginning recruitment.

“The purpose of these new requirements is to ensure that students become established at Penn State academically and socially before joining a Greek-letter organization,” a university statement said.

Penn State also formalized a new member training and education plan for issues including alcohol, hazing and sexual assault, and a program for parent and member education is being instituted.

The university says it will have a renewed emphasis on combating hazing, with education programs and revocation of recognition for any chapter found in violation.

Beginning in the spring, each fraternity and sorority member will be required to pay a fee to help fund new services. For Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic chapters, the fee will be $90 per semester, and for Multicultural Greek Council or National Panhellenic Council chapters, the fee is $30 per semester.

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CLASSES HAVE begun at Penn State University, as has new measures for PSU fraternities and sororities. tential measures as well, including a review of the size of sorority chapters, pushing for stronger criminal penalties for hazing, developing further education on the medical amnesty law and coordinating a national conference for colleges and universities to seek solutions to issues with fraternities and sororities.

Penn State’s Interfraternity Council said in a statement that it is committed to continuing to work with the university.

“The information released this morning — while more detailed — is not new information,” the statement said.

“We continue to look forward to working with the university to better our community, especially as our leadership is serving on Greek life response team advisory committee. In addition, we have further developed our plan for the Interfraternity Council’s short-term and long-term goals, outlined here.”

Penn State libraries Medical Center achieves Police searching for Magnet recognition ranked No. 2 robbery suspect StateCollege.com staff UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State University Libraries have consistently ranked among the best for North American research universities, and this year is no different.

The Penn State Libraries are No. 2 among public research universities and No. 7 among all research universities in the latest Association of Research Libraries Library Investment Index.

The index gives an annual overview of “the size of each research library’s collections and its capacity to provide services to students, faculty and staff, as well as to visiting researchers,” according to a university news release.

The University of Michigan Library was No. 1 for public universities and No. 3 overall. Harvard (1), Yale (2), Columbia (4), NYU (5) and the University of Toronto (6) are the other schools ahead of Penn State in the overall ranking of university libraries.

“Our faculty librarians and staff at every Penn State location take great pride in being able to provide critical support for knowledge creation and student academic success at the university and in research collaborations with highly regarded peer libraries across the continent — and, increasingly, around the world,” said Barbara I. Dewey, dean of University Libraries and Scholarly Communications, in a release. “This ranking validates our efforts to provide the highest level of scholarly resources, services and innovative spaces, across the university and online, for each student, faculty and staff member.”

The ARL ranking reviews data from the prior academic year for 114 colleges and universities and is based on total library expenditures, as well as salaries and wages, materials and the number of professional and support staff.

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HERSHEY — Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has once again earned Magnet recognition, the highest national honor for nursing excellence.

The medical center is part of an elite group of 468 Magnet organizations worldwide. Fewer than 12 percent of registered hospitals in the U.S. have earned this recognition.

This marks the medical center’s third consecutive Magnet designation, also having earned it in 2007 and 2012.

“Achieving Magnet designation for the third time recognizes the continuous pursuit of excellence in nursing practice and patient focused care,” said Judy Himes, senior vice president and chief nursing officer at Hershey Medical Center. “It truly reflects the entire organization’s commitment to quality, safety, value and, most importantly, the patient experience.”

The American Nurses Credentialing Center developed the Magnet Recognition Program to single out health care organizations for their outstanding quality and professionalism, providing consumers with the ultimate benchmark to measure the quality of care they can expect to receive.

In issuing the redesignation, the ANCC singled out Hershey for outstanding inter-professional collaboration on quality improvement initiatives led or co-led by nurses.

“This well-deserved designation recognizes the contributions of many dedicated caregivers at Hershey Medical Center, and is tangible evidence of our nurses’ commitment to providing the very best care to the people we serve,” said Alan Brechbill, executive director for hospital operations at Penn State Health.

Seventy-six percent of the medical denter’s nurses have a Bachelor of Science in nursing or higher degree.

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By GEOFF RUSHTON StateCollege.com

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP — Ferguson Township Police, along with other local departments, state police and the FBI are searching the area for a suspect who claimed he had a gun and a bomb during a robbery of a credit union Aug. 22.

A bomb threat also was received at the North Atherton Street Walmart prior to the robbery, and Penn State Police reported at about 7:50 p.m. that a “credible bomb threat” had been received at Research West building near the White Course.

Walmart was evacuated and reopened shortly before 8 p.m. Aug. 22 after police spent more than four hours searching the building with bomb sniffing dogs. Research West was declared safe after a suspicious device found by police was determined to be of no danger.

Police said earlier Aug. 22 they were looking into the possibility the Walmart and credit union incidents were related.

Ferguson Township Police Chief Chris Albright said that at 3:54 p.m. Aug. 22 a man, described as about 6 feet tall and wearing a purple gown, ivory hood and a mask, entered SPE Federal Credit Union on Science Park Road.

Witnesses said the man placed a bag on the counter and indicated he had a bomb and a gun and demanded cash.

After staff members gave him cash, the man fled toward Circleville Road, leaving the bag he claimed had a bomb in the bank.

A bomb response team and tactical response unit were dispatched to the scene. The bag was examined and found not to be a threat.

Police said because of the threats made by the suspect, he should be considered armed and dangerous.

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Death Notices BELLEFONTE — Daniel ‘Bear’ ‘Dano’ Bennett Pollock died Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, in State College. He was 48. Arrangements were under the direction of Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Service, State College. www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com BOALSBURG — Sally L. Isler died Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017, at Centre Crest. She was 71. Arrangements were under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Bellefonte. www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com BELLEFONTE — Jeffrey Williams Hughes died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017, in Johnstown. He was 54. Arrangements were under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Bellefonte. www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com PORT MATILDA — John M. “Jack” Jones Sr. died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017. He was 81. Arrangements were under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Bellefonte. www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com STATE COLLEGE — Thomas E. Kerr died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017. He was 86. Arrangements were under the direction of Koch Funeral Home, State College. www.kochfuneralhome.com.

CENTRE HALL — Lynn E. Dutrow, 83, died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017. Arrangements were under the direction of Daughenbaugh Funeral Home, Centre Hall. www.daughenbaughfuneralhome.com BELLEFONTE — Pauline Bertolet died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, at Centre Crest. She was 88. Arrangements were under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Bellefonte. www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com LEMONT — Betty Mary Smith died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017, at Eagle Valley Personal Care Home. She was 83. Arrangements were under the direction of Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Service, State College. www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com HOWARD — Charles P. Sherry Sr. died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017, at home. Arrangements were under the direction of Dean K. Wetzler Funeral Home, Milesburg. www.deankwetzlerfuneralhome.com PINE GROVE MILLS — Mary Ann Isett died Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, at Hearthside Nursing Home.

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Tickets, from page 1 one season ticket and parking booklet.”

The email also noted that tickets could be forwarded electronically through the ticket holder’s account manager.

Parking passes cannot be forwarded electronically.

The Aug. 22 note followed an email in late July in which Penn State said tickets would arrive in mid-August.

The Nittany Lions were back in a big way on the field in 2016, and their fans are back in the same big way in 2017.

The Lions came within a whisker of making the national playoffs last season and within a first down of winning a classic showdown with USC in the Rose Bowl.

Now, as the buzz and positive vibes around No. 6 Penn State are reaching unprecedented levels, so is the demand for the tickets to get into see the Lions play.

It’s already too late for anyone looking to buy season tickets for 2017. The last of those sold out four weeks ago, and Penn State is already taking deposits to get onto a possible waiting list for 2018.

This was the first season ticket sellout since the 2008 season.

The 70,000 season passes are gone for this season, as are the 20,000-plus student passes. The only tickets remaining are for single-game sales, and they are going quickly as well.

The games against Pitt on Saturday, Sept. 9, and Michigan on Saturday, Oct. 21, are sold out. The homecoming game against Rutgers and the Senior Day game against Nebraska, on Saturday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 18, respectively, are getting down to the final remaining few.

Tickets were still available for Akron on Labor Day weekend, Georgia State on Saturday, Sept. 16, and Indiana on Saturday, Sept. 30. The Indiana game, which will be the Big 10 home opener, is a candidate to sell out soon, especially if the Lions get off to a fast start.

The heavy demand was not entirely surprising to Penn State, but nonetheless there were delays getting the tickets out to the season pass holders. A total of 9,000 more season passes were sold compared to 2016, and that, coupled with a contract with a new printer, caused some delays.

When James Franklin took over as the Penn State head coach, he said that one of his goals was to fill Beaver Stadium for every single game.

That’s another box he is very close to checking off.

Accessibility, from page 1 These requirements would include an entrance with no steps somewhere around the building and a half bath on the first floor with a wide enough door for a wheelchair.

The problem for Solkoff is that sometimes his religion requires him to enter a private home. Solkoff is a member of the Brit Shalom Congregation.

When a member of Brit Shalom dies, Solkoff said he often is asked to help form the Minyan. A Minyan is a prayer group of 10 men. After the death of a Jewish man or woman, the Minyan performs the Kaddish, a Jewish hymn. This usually take place in the house of the deceased or their family, he said.

Solkoff said he is sometimes unable to attend because the houses are not accessible to him. He said he misses about 10 Minyans a year because he isn’t able to get into the building to participate.

The second piece, an accessibility ordinance, details requirements for new rental buildings with fewer than four units. It would make a stipulation on every rental permit commissioned by the council that the rental property be accessible.

Neither of these ordinances are retroactive and don’t apply to remodels or additions. Current State College homeowners won’t need to update their houses if it’s passed.

“How we do accessibility is something that keeps coming up,” planning director Ed LeClear said when Solkoff first proposed the changes. “I think it’s something that should be added to a zoning ordinance.”

Since then, however, Solkoff said nothing has been done — despite his attempt at the May 8 council meeting to again have his legislation discussed.

While a religious issue for Solkoff, he said it’s an economic issue for the borough.

“This is a greed issue. We’re surrounded by thriving residential communities for retired people who are unable to or have great difficulty getting into the borough,” Solkoff said. More accessible housing would allow them to live closer and visit the stores more often, he said.

Senior planner Safko said the borough is making good faith efforts to help the disabled community. Through the redevelopment authority, which handles property acquisitions, the borough is expanding accessibility in some of the locations they have purchased.

“It’s optional and no one’s requiring the borough to do it, but we are trying to make it accessible,” she said.

In addition, Safko said the borough is continuing to purchase new ramps, replace old infrastructure and improve the community areas at the Bellaire Court affordable housing units. With Addison Court in downtown State College, Yorkshire Village and a few other locations, Safko said the borough recognizes the need for having accessible housing.

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Borough Council enacts wireless monopole provisions

By GEOFF RUSHTON StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — State College Borough Council on Aug. 21 approved revisions to the zoning ordinance specifying provisions for wireless cell monopoles and prohibiting their installation in certain areas.

Monopoles are installed in the ground to provide wireless cell service. Earlier this year, the Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission granted municipalities authority to regulate their installation in public rights of way.

A proposed ordinance was presented to council in May, and after a public hearing and recommendations from the Planning Commission, a modified ordinance was drafted in July and considered earlier in August.

According to the ordinance passed Aug. 21, monopoles are only permitted within alley public rights-of-way and lots in the Commercial Incentive District and the Commercial District.

Monopoles cannot be composed of wood and must be similar to light poles and street furniture on the same block. Each can be in a radius no closer than 1,000 feet from the next, and monopoles can be no more than 40 feet in height from grade in the Commercial Incentive District and no taller than 25 feet from grade in the Commercial District.

Lighting is not permitted at the top of a monopole.

The poles cannot be attached to a structure or adjacent to contributing buildings in the Highlands and Holmes-Foster Historic District.

Building and zoning permits are required for monopole installation and foundations must be approved by the borough engineer.

CATA to offer day passes via new app Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — CATA riders now have the option of purchasing day passes on their phones. CATA has partnered with Token Transit, a mobile ticketing application vendor, on a yearlong pilot project to evaluate the demand for CATABUS day passes, the convenience of purchasing them using mobile ticketing technology and CATA’s ability to validate them on board.

The day passes, which are currently available, are valid for unlimited use on all CATABUS routes for any operating day. CATA’s operating day begins at 4 a.m. and continues through 4 a.m. the following morning.

Passes are $6 each and are only available for purchase through the Token Transit mobile app, available free from the iTunes and Google Play stores. First-time purchasers are eligible for a 50 percent discount valid on a one firsttime day pass purchase.

Once the pass is purchased, riders simply show the activated pass to the CATA driver.

Currently, day passes will be the only type of fare media sold through the Token Transit app. All other fare media must be purchased from CATA’s Customer Service Center.

For more information, visit www.catabus.com or contact CATA’s Customer Service Center at (814) 238-CATA. Hearts, from page 1 who broke rules and were causing some trouble, as well as a house manager who “wasn’t a good fit.”

Councilman Randall Brachbill, chairman of the safety committee, asked how Poorman oversees the residents and how they are admitted to the house. He expressed concern the house was near an elementary school and was located in a residential neighborhood.

Poorman told council she is vetting applicants, lives nearby and is at the house during the day. She said she is also looking for a new house manager to be there at night.

Langton added that applicants also go before a board of directors, including a former judge and current State College Police officer.

Poorman said the risks of troublemakers are the same as any rental property, a sentiment that Councilwoman Melissa Hombosky agreed with, saying she believed Poorman was doing more research on applicants than some landlords.

Weaver said in June he walked through the facility and met with Poorman, and that he was impressed with the setup.

“They’re (police calls) not unique to just that area,” Weaver said. “We have much worse complaints and calls in other areas in town.”

He added he believed thorough vetting is a key factor for the house.

Other than providing housing, Hearts for Homeless acts an advocacy organization and helps its clients develop job skills and acquire employment. Poorman said she helps residents navigate the various public services for those with no or low income.

For now, the drop-in shelter in State College will be closed until October.

Poorman said Hearts for Homeless has helped 400 people transition into successful, stable living situations.

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Parks Miller faces disciplinary hearing

By GEOFF RUSHTON StateCollege.com

HARRISBURG — Centre County District Attorney Stacy Parks Miller will face a disciplinary hearing in November.

The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has scheduled the hearing for Wednesday, Nov. 29, at the Pennsylvania Judicial Center in Harrisburg. According to the board’s online records, a petition for discipline was filed Feb. 22.

The Office of Disciplinary Counsel filed the petition to the board, charging that Parks Miller committed professional misconduct in sending emails and text messages to judges about six cases without informing defense attorneys involved and in creating a fake Facebook profile to obtain information from the accounts of defendants and witnesses.

Parks Miller has previously denied wrongdoing in both her communications with judges and in creating the Facebook account.

Both are also part of the controversies that have dogged the district attorney over the past several years and yielded a series of court battles between Parks Miller, Centre County, county officials, defense attorneys and others.

She and her office were accused of having an improper relationship with a county judge after a Right-to-Know request revealed text messages between prosecutors and the judge. Parks Miller sued the county arguing that it overstepped its bounds in releasing text message records.

During the 2014 trial of Jalene McClure, a home daycare owner accused of assaulting a 5-month-old child, members of the DA’s office communicated by text message with former Judge Bradley Lunsford.

McClure was convicted, but that decision was later vacated and a new trial ordered on other grounds.

A Clinton County judge ruled in December that there was no evidence the text messages impacted the outcome of the trial and an assistant district attorney testified her communications with Lunsford were not about the case.

The new trial is still pending and a filing in the case earlier this year brought up the fake Facebook page, which had been rumored for more than two years.

An email from Parks Miller to her staff indicated the page had been created to “befriend defendants or witnesses if you want to snoop.”

RESPONSE

Parks Miller responded to the issue at the time citing an ethics board expert who said that deception is ethical “when there is a legitimate and defined purpose

for using deception to uncover stop and prevent criminal activity.”

She said that covert activities are a regular part of investigations, and that the only ethical prohibition is for prosecutors to talk to represented individuals STACEY PARKS about their cases, MILLER which she said her office has not done.

Parks Miller added that no one in her office ever used the account to friend a defendant or witness.

The misconduct charges in the petition allege the account was used to connect with a represented defendant.

McClure’s attorney, who raised the text message and Facebook issues, is Bernie Cantorna, who defeated Parks Miller in May’s Democratic primary while also winning the Republican write-in vote, making him the county’s new DA come January.

The McClure case is among those referenced by disciplinary counsel in both the ex parte communications charges and the Facebook matter.

Cantorna filed a motion in October 2014 for Lunsford to recuse from the case, saying the judge was a personal friend of the DA and that they had communications by text message, phone calls, social media and social interactions outside the courthouse.

Parks Miller responded saying that there was no proof of what Cantorna alleged.

Lunsford, meanwhile, said there were no emails or text messages between him and Parks Miller about that or any other trial. The petition said Parks Miller made “false and/or misleading statements” and knew Lunsford’s claim was false and failed to correct it.

They had exchanged 89 text messages between May and October of 2014, according to the petition. “(Parks Miller) engaged in professional misconduct by engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, deceit and misrepresentation,” disciplinary counsel wrote.

A similar charge stems from a November 2014 case.

The petition charges that earlier that year, in May 2014, Parks Miller sent an email only to Lunsford in which she informally objected to a hearing for an SCI-Benner inmate who had filed complaints about prison staff. Lunsford replied to her saying he would cancel the hearing.

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Penn State president: ‘Richard Spencer is not welcome on our campus’

By GEOFF RUSHTON StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY — Citing “the likelihood of disruption and violence,” Penn State President Eric Barron on Aug. 22 said the university has denied a request for white supremacist Richard Spencer to speak at University Park this fall.

Spencer is president of the white supremacist think tank National Policy Institute and is a leading figure among the so-called “alt-right,” which advocates for white nationalism.

Penn State’s decision comes a little more than a week after upheaval in another university town, Charlottesville, Va., where a white supremacist rally led to violence and the death of a counter-protestor when an alleged white supremacist drove a car into a crowd of people.

Spencer was among the speakers in Charlottesville the weekend of Aug. 12 through 14, and he had led a protest on the University of Virginia campus in May. Both rallies were ostensibly in protest of the removal of a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. “After critical assessment by campus police, in consultation with state and federal law enforcement officials, we have determined that Mr. Spencer is not welcome on our campus, as this event at this time presents a major security risk to students, faculty, staff and visitors to campus,” Barron said in a statement. “It is the likelihood of disruption and violence, not

the content, however odious, that drives our decision.”

Barron also condemned bigotry and racism in the statement.

“I disagree profoundly with the content that has been presented publicly about this speaker’s ERIC BARRON views which are abhorrent and contradictory to our university’s values,” Barron said. “There is no place for hatred, bigotry or racism in our society and on our campuses.”

Recalling remarks made last week in the wake of the violence and hatred on display in Charlottesville, Barron said the university is committed to freedom of speech and encouraging its expression.

“But the First Amendment does not require our university to risk imminent violence.”

Penn State is not the only university in recent days to turn Spencer away. He was scheduled to speak at a white nationalist rally at Texas A&M in September, but that event was canceled by the university, which also cited safety concerns as the reason.

The National Policy Institute made a request for Spencer to speak Tuesday, Sept. 12, at the University of Florida, but President W. Kent Fuchs announced last week that request was denied “amid serious concerns for safety.”

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Parks Miller, from page 7 Disciplinary counsel said Parks Miller “engaged in conduct which undermines the integrity of the judicial system and is prejudicial to the administration of justice,” and that in failing to inform Lunsford the communication was ex parte she “knowingly assisted Judge Lunsford in conduct that is a violation of the applicable Rules of Judicial Conduct.”

When disciplinary counsel brought the concern to Parks Miller in 2015, she reportedly acknowledged that the email should not have been sent to Lunsford and that it was sent “in frustration.” She said the information should have been included in a proper motion.

Also in May 2014, at a hearing related to a rape case, Parks Miller allegedly sent two text messages to Lunsford and ADA Nathan Boob. The entirety of the text messages could not be recovered, the petition says, and Lunsford ruled in favor of the prosecution at that hearing.

When the concern was brought to Parks Miller nearly a year later, disciplinary counsel also asked for all text messages between her and Lunsford. She reportedly replied that no text messages were sent between her and Lunsford regarding any pending criminal matter and that she did “not have access to any of the text messages at issue.”

The concern was revisited in 2016 and Parks Miller reportedly responded that she had no recollection of sending the two text messages. She said she recalled a group text message but did not recall Police Blotter, from page 2 troopers said he pointed a gun at two victims along Mill Street in Milesburg Borough at 2:10 a.m. Aug. 19. qqq No one was injured when two vehicles swerved to avoid striking an overturned truck along Interstate 80 near mile marker 154 in Boggs Township, according to police. Troopers said a commercial vehicle driven by John R. Resetar, of Lynn, Ind., overturned and Debra L. Martin, of

Lunsford being the intended recipient.

Parks Miller is also accused of an ex parte email to Lunsford during a 2013 case asking for an order to be rescinded related to bail in a rape case. It had come after an email that copied defense counsel, and after the concern was brought to her, Parks Miller said she was unaware the defense had been left off of the second email.

In another May 2014 case, disciplinary counsel said that the day after a conviction in which the defendant was out on bail pending sentencing, Parks Miller sent 15 text messages to the presiding judge, Jonathan Grine, which were deleted and only the first 30 characters could be recovered. Six specifically related to the case, according to the petition.

The fake Facebook page, meanwhile, was created in May 2011 using the name “Britney Bella.” When disciplinary counsel first brought the issue to Parks Miller in 2015, she reportedly said that she did not recall sending the email to staff saying they could use it to “snoop” on witnesses and defendants. She said the accounts “exclusive purpose” was to “facilitate the self-identification of the sellers of illegal and highly dangerous synthetic drugs and paraphernalia.”

Three stores were raided as a result, Parks Millers said, but disciplinary counsel said they believe those raids occurred in 2012. The Facebook account remained active afterward and was used to search for individuals who had no connection to drug-related activity, the petition says.

Using the Facebook page was “dishonest Mainesburg, swerved to avoid striking it when her vehicle collided with another vehicle driven by Zushanna S. Turner, of Brooklyn, N.Y., who also attempted to avoid the overturned truck. qqq Police said they will charge a 43-yearold Bellefonte woman with retail theft after she attempted to leave Weis at 170 Buckaroo Lane in Spring Township without paying for merchandise at 3:30 p.m.

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and deceitful” and violated rules of professional conduct, disciplinary counsel wrote.

They allege that in August 2012 someone from the DA’s office used the page to friend a man who was charged with simple assault and harassment earlier in the year and who was at the time represented by a public defender.

In November 2012, the same day the McClure case was transferred to the Court of Common Pleas, the “Britney Bella” account was used to search for Jalene McClure and her three sons’ names. A friend request was then sent from “Britney Bella” to McClure and at least one of her sons, neither of whom accepted it, according to the petition.

Disciplinary counsel identified 27 individuals who are friends of the “Britney Bella” account and have criminal records which are not drug-related. Eight others have drug-related criminal records, and four are relatives of individuals with criminal records. Two individuals with active criminal cases against them were sent friend requests, according to the petition.

“By employing the ‘Britney Bella’ Face-

book account, (Parks Miller) engaged in conduct which undermines the integrity of the criminal justice system and is prejudicial to the administration of justice,” disciplinary counsel wrote.

Apart from the texting and Facebook cases, Parks Miller filed a civil lawsuit in 2015 against a dozen defendants, including Cantorna, after accusations that she had forged a Judge Pamela Ruest’s signature on a fake bail order as part of a sting operation.

A grand jury recommended no charges against Parks Miller after handwriting experts concluded that the signature was Ruest’s.

Parks Miller’s suit charged defamation and other counts and was dismissed in U.S. Middle District Court last year. Her subsequent appeal has been mostly dismissed, with the exception of one claim against a former paralegal, who signed an affidavit stating Parks Miller had forged the signature.

She has alleged the forgery allegation was the result of a history of animosity toward her and that Cantorna’s involvement was politically motivated.

House, from page 3

Riglin — giving us all that support as girls,” Shultz said. “So, I’m very proud and thrilled to be able to be here tonight.”

Rockey spoke on behalf of her mother, and said that even if Riglin could speak, she would not have sought adulation.

“She would tell you she did all the ceremonies, organized all the trips, garnered all needs, supplies and resources, cleaned and had repairs done to the Girl Scout House, helped girls achieved their badges and Silver and Gold awards, all for the love of Girl Scouts and what being a Girl Scout represents.

“Nothing made her more proud than to see one of her girls receive adoration for something they worked so hard for using the confidence that she inspired in them. If our mother could speak today, she would say thank you for this dedication, but that she owes it to all the girls she helped along the way.”

Riglin’s name is now on a plaque just inside the entrance to the Little House.

“She allowed us to grow and explore opportunities that, growing up in a poor family in Bellefonte, I never would have had — the opportunity to go to Canada, or go to Dorney Park, or go to New York City, or even to the governor’s mansion at Christmas time,” Coffman said. “These were all very fond memories of my time in Girl Scouting, especially with Theresa.”

Chriss Shultz, of Pleasant Gap, was in Riglin’s first troop. She recalled little memories, such as camping trips, where they would go to Saturday mass smelling of campfire, and Riglin’s daughter telling dirty jokes in the back of the car. Shultz recalled the safe space that was the Little House after school, where members would walk from either the public elementary school or St. John’s and wait there for where their parents would pick them up.

“I had really great people — as in Mrs.

Little House seeks donations, volunteers

By SEAN YODER

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BELLEFONTE — Local Scout leaders have been working to preserve the Little House after the Girl Scout organization said it would no longer support the building at 115 W. Howard St., Bellefonte.

It’s one of only 11 of its kind left in the U.S. Friends of the Bellefonte Little House got their 501(c)3 desigantion in February 2015 and since have been looking for donations and volunteers to help keep the house going as a meeting space for numerous troops and adult gatherings.

Anyone wishing to donate can send checks to 209 Limestone Drive, Bellefonte, PA 16823, made out to “Friends of Bellefonte Little House.”

They’re also looking for people to volunteer their services. Right now, organizers said they are working with someone to

do electrical work. They also need someone to repoint bricks, and work on carpentry, windows, etc.

They also ask that if anyone does shopping on Amazon, they use the company’s Amazon Smile service, where a portion of purchases goes to the organization.

Cindy Krishak, president of Friends of Bellefonte Little House, said they serve at least 300 girls and adults from the small building. Troops from Pleasant Gap, Penns Valley, Milesburg, Snow Shoe and Bellefonte meet there.

According to a history of the Little House, written by Renee Royer, Scouting started in Bellefonte in the 1920s and troops met at local churches.

In 1961, the library’s board of directors approved the use of the current building for Scouting. It was formerly the Humes stable. It’s top level was taken off and a new roof put on, and the rest of the building was renovated.

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The true genius of Jerry Lewis

By Newsday For more than four decades, Jerry Lewis united Americans in an annual experience so communal and without strife that it’s hard to imagine now. Lewis was a talented comedian and a successful filmmaker. Some consider him a genius, and in the realm of physical comedy, he was.

But for many, hearing of his passing Aug. 20, it was not his movies or pratfalls that sprang to mind. It was the Labor Day weekends, as summers ended and generations of the family gathered to watch the telethon.

Lewis started raising money for muscular dystrophy research in 1956, but it was not until Labor Day weekend 1966 that the streak began. Until 2010, he would begin a telecast the Sunday night before Labor Day that would not end for more than 20 hours. Over the decades, he raised almost $2.6 billion.

All over the country, local stations ran their own telecasts, too, breaking into the national show. Celebrities were captured on-screen manning phone banks, and kids from our own communities were spotted dumping the change they collected in the local collection.

The entertainers would alternate between soppy and superb, featuring legends and the not-quite-famous. We stayed up later than usual, and found ourselves waking up eerily early, and switching the set back on.

And as Monday afternoon went on, the nation would wait for Lewis to update the total, to see whether the record was broken, and just a bit more good had been done than before. He always seemed to succeed, then. We always seemed to get that win together.

Lewis did his last telethon in 2010, and without him the event died out. And the tendency now would be to end with “We will not see another event, another star and another cause bring us together so completely, again.”

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Encourage them to get involved.

Dear Mom and Dad, From intramural sports, THON, I saw you in State College this going to the activities planned by weekend. I think it was you. their resident assistant or joining a You were the excited parents, club related to a hobby or their future making the last minute purchases at major, building friends and connecWalmart for your new Penn State stutions here will help ward dent. Maybe you were the off homesickness and will sweaty pair in the parking help them grow and learn lot near East Halls, making outside of the classroom. another trip to the car to Be prepared for the get another load. You might firsts. The first D on a have been the parents with paper. The first time they the map in your hand, lookaren’t the top student in ing around with both uncerthe class. The first time tainty and tremendous pride they have an instructor as you dropped off the first for whom English may be person in your family to go his or her second language to college. Maybe it was you, or who doesn’t recognize the veterans of fall semester them by name. This isn’t move-in weekend, bringing the Farmers High School us child No. 2 or No. 3. anymore.

We welcome your son or Encourage them to daughter to our communi- Patty Kleban, make connections. Make ty and we look forward to who writes for an appointment to meet sharing these steps in their StateCollege.com, the instructor of that huge life’s journey with them and is an instructor at Penn State, class so the instructor can with you. place a face to a name.

As both a Penn State fac- mother of three Join the club for their ulty member and an expe- and a community major. Build a relationship rienced Penn State mom I volunteer. She is a with the academic advisor. have some words of advice Penn State alumna who lives with her Your son or daughter will for you. You’ve provided family in Patton be surprised to find out the foundation — the roots Township. Her how embracing the aca— for your child to be suc- views and opinions demic community will a cessful. Now it is time to let do not necessarily reflect those of Penn difference. The students them have wings. who we know are those The research on student State. who we call when there is retention and graduation a cool opportunity with alumni or a rates consistently supports engagechance to participate in a research ment with the university community project. Encourage study abroad, among the factors leading to student other engaged scholarship and parsuccess. Let them get engaged here. ticipating in offerings like the alumni Contact with your student is great mentor programs sponsored by their and provides a support network for colleges. More sometimes is better. students. However, if they are calling The kids who don’t get involved, home or texting Mom or Dad with who sit in the back row or who blow every question, issue and problem, off classes are at greatest risk for failthey aren’t learning to solve probure. The young person who doesn’t lems and master difficult situations leave their apartment or who can’t on their own. Stumbling and then put down the video game console or getting back up allows us to build their handheld device is not going to confidence. do well.

Be a listening ear but don’t be the Remind them to exercise regularsolution. Whether it be problems ly, eat well and to try to set a patwith a class or a roommate or a job, tern for sleep. Your student is going encourage your students to work to be working hard — particularly if things out before you charge in like he or she is also working to support the cavalry. their education. Many get sick the Understand that they are going first year from burning the candle to be exposed to many things, some at both ends while sharing air and of which they may have had no germs with their peers in the comprior experience and which may difmunal environment. fer from what they saw or heard or Send care packages. Buy the magknew about from home or from high net for your car. Make plans to come school. College is about learning on for Parents Weekend. many levels. If you pressure them to Don’t encourage them to break stay the same, they cannot grow and the law or help them do it. Alcohol learn.

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We need your help. Mom and Dad providing liquor or drinking with your underage students and their friends at tailgates or Parents Weekend doesn’t make you the cool parents. I can remember several years ago watching with horror the drunk single mother of a student making out with a fraternity brother at a Greek parents’ weekend event. #embarasseddaughter Think first before you call an instructor or email a professor. Really think first before you write a paper for your kid or send an email from his or her account. Encourage your student to make that call or send that email (or better yet, make the appointment) before you get involved. Because of federal law, we can’t speak with you if your students hasn’t given us written permission to do so, even if you are “paying the bills.”

Also understand that you may not be getting all of the information. On more than one occasion, I’ve had to listen to the outrage of a parent over a grade or a student who “just found out” that she failed a class or has to go another semester knowing full well that the student was provided with the information numerous times and in a variety of ways and was given the support to do better.

No, Mr. Smith. You are not paying my salary.

If you are really worried about your student based on what you are hearing about their decisions or their social life or another crisis that concerns you, then we want you to call and let someone know. We will work together to best meet the needs of your child.

Don’t ask us to keep secrets from your son or daughter or to exclude them the discussion. Secrets are never good and we want to empower students to take control of their own lives.

There are many, many resources on campus for students and their parents who need support. We have safety nets in place to address everything from roommate issues to helping them find a major that feels more like a fit.

A college education is expensive and a lot of hard work. It is also life-changing. It takes a strong sense of self, determination, a passion for learning and an eye on the future to get there. We look forward to working as One Team and for your child to make us proud as a Penn State student and alumnus.

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August 24-30, 2017

Health & Wellness Viruses up their game in fight with immune system

By SAM SHOLTIS Penn State News

UNIVERSITY PARK — In a classic example of the evolutionary arms race between a host and a pathogen, the myxoma virus — introduced to control the rabbit population in Australia in 1950 — has developed a novel and deadly ability to suppress the immune response of its host rabbits. New research shows that viruses collected in the 1990s are much more effective at shutting down the immune systems of rabbits that have never been exposed to the virus than are viruses from the 1950s.

“When a host develops resistance to a virus, the virus will often evolve ways to evade the host’s immune response,” said Andrew Read, Evan Pugh Professor of Biology and Entomology and Eberly Professor of Biotechnology at Penn State, and an author of the study. “Instead of hiding from the rabbit’s immune response, the myxoma virus has evolved ways to directly suppress it, leading to the development of a virus that is even more deadly to non-resistant rabbits.”

A paper describing the new study appeared in the Aug. 14 issue of the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The research suggests that efforts to artificially increase resistance to a virus through selective breeding, genetic engineering, or immunization — unless they completely prevent transmission of the virus — could accelerate the arms race, producing even more virulent viruses.

Wild European rabbits were introduced to Australia in the 19th century and quickly spread, wreaking havoc on the land and devastating crops. The myxoma virus was initially extremely effective in reducing the population of these invaders.

The strain of virus that was introduced originally developed in a different species of rabbit in South America. Scientists at

the time were interested in understanding how the virus would evolve in this new, European host.

“This system has been studied since the 1950s as a classic example of an evolutionary arms race,” said Peter Kerr, of the University of Sydney, Australia, and lead author of the paper. “The rabbits evolved resistance, the virus evolved ways to combat that resistance, and this continued in a back-and-forth, ever-escalating way. We wanted to know how that arms race has continued since it was last studied in the early 1980s.”

The research team compared viruses collected in the 1990s to the original strain introduced to Australia in 1950. “We can compare how nasty a virus is in what we call a ‘common garden,’” said Read. “In this case, laboratory rabbits that have not been exposed to myxoma virus provide that common garden — they have not developed resistance to mxyomatosis so we can compare how they respond to viruses from different eras.”

Many of the viruses from the 1990s were extremely virulent, but the laboratory rabbits infected with them did not develop the usual symptoms associated with myxoma infection, including skin lesions and high fever. Instead, these rabbits developed a profound immune system depression, leading to massive bacterial infection and acute collapse syndrome, similar to sepsis.

“The rabbits infected with virus from the 1990s did not have a typical inflammatory response to the infection or develop fevers,” said Isabella Cattadori, associate professor of biology at Penn State and an author of the paper. “This is further evidence that the virus is severely suppressing the immune response in these rabbits.

The evolutionary arms race has produced a virus that instead of trying to evade the host’s immune response, directly attacks it.”

Although the original strain of myxo-

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THE MYXOMA VIRUS, shown here stained with fluorescent dye, has evolved the deadly ability to suppress its host rabbits’ immune systems. ma virus introduced to Australia in the 1950s had some ability to suppress its host’s immune system, this ability has increased over time and the acute collapse syndrome that it causes developed sometime after the studies in the 1980s.

“Our study shows that the evolutionary arms race between an infectious agent and its host’s immune system can continue to escalate to produce new, more dangerous viruses,” said Read. “We need to be aware of this in areas like agriculture, and even human vaccinations, where we are artificially enhancing resistance. If our methods do not completely prevent transmission of the viruses we could be

accelerating the evolution of more deadly viruses.”

In addition to Read, Kerr and Cattadori, the research team includes June Liu at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation Health and Biosecurity in Canberra (where Kerr was when this work began and where he is currently a visiting scientist); Edward Holmes, University of Sydney; and Derek Sim, Jeff Dodds, Jason Brooks and Mary Kennett at Penn State. The research was funded by the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council, and the Penn State Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences.

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RESEARCHERS AT Penn State have found that almonds may help improve function of HDL cholesterol.

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By KATIE BOHN Penn State News

UNIVERSITY PARK — Eating almonds on a regular basis may help boost levels of HDL cholesterol while simultaneously improving the way it removes cholesterol from the body, according to researchers.

In a study, researchers compared the levels and function of high-density lipoprotein (HDL cholesterol) in people who ate almonds every day, to the HDL levels and function of the same group of people when they ate a muffin instead. The researchers found that while participants were on the almond diet, their HDL levels and functionality improved.

Penny Kris-Etherton, distinguished professor of nutrition at Penn State, said the study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, builds on previous research on the effects of almonds on cholesterol-lowering diets.

“There’s a lot of research out there that shows a diet that includes almonds lowers low-density lipoprotein, or LDL cholesterol, which is a major risk factor for heart disease,” Kris-Etherton said. “But not as much was known about how almonds affect HDL cholesterol, which is considered good cholesterol and helps lower your risk of heart disease.”

The researchers wanted to see if almonds could not just increase the levels but also improve the function of HDL cholesterol, which works by gathering cholesterol from tissues, like the arteries, and helping to transport it out of the body.

“HDL is very small when it gets released into circulation,” Kris-Etherton said. “It’s like a garbage bag that slowly gets bigger and more spherical as it gathers cholesterol from cells and tissues before depositing them in the liver to be broken down.”

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it has collected, HDL cholesterol is categorized into five “subpopulations,” which range from the very small pre-beta-1 to the larger, more mature alpha-1. The researchers hoped that eating almonds would result in more alpha-1 particles, which would signal improved HDL function.

In the controlled-feeding study, 48 men and women with elevated LDL cholesterol participated in two six-week diet periods.

In both, their diets were identical except for the daily snack. On the almond diet, participants received 43 grams — about a handful — of almonds a day. During the control period, they received a banana muffin instead.

At the end of each diet period, the researchers measured the levels and function of each participant’s HDL cholesterol. The researchers then compared the results to the participants’ baseline measurements taken at the beginning of the study.

The researchers found that compared to the control diet, the almond diet increased alpha-1 HDL — when the particles are at their largest size and most mature stage — by 19 percent. Additionally, the almond diet improved HDL function by 6.4 percent in participants of normal weight.

“We were able to show that there were more larger particles in response to consuming the almonds compared to not consuming almonds,” Kris-Etherton said.

“That would translate to the smaller particles doing what they’re supposed to be doing. They’re going to tissues and pulling out cholesterol, getting bigger, and taking that cholesterol to the liver for removal from the body.”

An increase in this particular HDL subpopulation is meaningful, Kris-Etherton explained, because the particles have been shown to decrease overall risk of cardiovascular disease.

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Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk scheduled Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The ninth annual Centre Region Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk will take place Saturday, Oct. 14, at Mount Nittany Middle School.

Registration for the event begins at 9:30 a.m., and the walk starts at 10 a.m. Lunch and festivities — including an appearance

by Superheroes of Penn State, a photo booth, music, games, arts and crafts, a silent auction, a raffle and more — will follow until 1 p.m.

Approximately 400 people are expected to attend the Buddy Walk, which is one of more than 250 walks that take place across the country during Down Syndrome Awareness Month.

“Every year, our family looks forward to the annual Centre Region Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk as a time to support and celebrate individuals who have Down syndrome, as well as promote their acceptance and inclusion,” said Steve Moyer, president of the Centre Region Down Syndrome Society.

“It’s a cross between a fair, a carnival and a family reunion. Join us to have a blast as you further extend our family.”

To register to walk — either in-person or virtually — or to make a donation, visit https://ccdss.donordrive.com.

The Centre Region walk is expected to raise at least $25,000 to fund activities that enhance the lives of people with Down syndrome in central Pennsylvania.

These activities include the State College Challenger Baseball Team, the annual Just Dance event, the For Good performance troupe and the D.A.D.S. (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome) support group.

The National Buddy Walk Program welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. The goal of the program is to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome and to positively influence local and national policy and practice. Last year, Buddy Walk events raised nearly $13 million to benefit national advocacy initiatives, as well as local programs and services.

The National Down Syndrome Society is a nonprofit organization committed to being the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. For more information, visit www.ndss.org.

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August 24-30, 2017

Cooling helmet shows potential as concussion healer

By MARJORIE S. MILLER Penn State News

UNIVERSITY PARK — A brain cooling device and an oral supplement made from pine bark extract both have potential to expedite concussion recovery, according to two new studies by Penn State researchers.

“Currently, there are no clinically validated tools or procedures to treat concussive injury,” said Semyon Slobounov, professor of kinesiology and an author of the studies. “The results of these studies provide some preliminary evidence that concussive brains may benefit from science-based treatment, such as brain cooling and the use of a new supplement.”

The first study used an FDA-approved cooling helmet designed by Spartan Medical to explore the biological effects of lowering temperature on brain injuries in athletes. Researchers applied the WELkins Temperature Management System to the scalp and the back of the neck of subjects, including 12 student-athletes suffering from concussive injury, and 12 without histories of concussion.

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After cooling, concussed subjects reported temporary relief of concussion symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, concentration and memory difficulties. Researchers also noted increases in cerebral blood flow, or blood flow to the brain, after cooling was applied.

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In a study of the oral supplement Enzogenol, researchers examined subjects in the chronic phase of injury, or months after diagnosis, to study neuropsychological and biological functions of the brain after concussion.

Forty-two student-athletes with histories of sport-related concussions were enrolled, comparing Enzogenol to a placebo.

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Subjects took the supplement for six weeks and were tested before and after supplementation using virtual reality and electroencephalography, with neuropsychological tasks primarily used to induce cognitive challenges.

EEG results revealed that the ENZO group showed reduced mental fatigue, suggesting that ENZO has the potential to improve brain functioning in the chronic phase of concussion, or three to six months post injury.

Slobounov said these results are promising; however, the search for an effective treatment after concussive injury is an ongoing challenge.

The two studies were possible due to collaborative efforts of researchers and clinicians from the Department of Kinesiology at Penn State, Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics, Penn State Sports Medicine, the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center at Penn State and the Department of Psychology at Penn State.

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The study on Enzogenol, funded by ENZO Nutraceutical Ltd. and HeadRehab.com, appears in the journal Developmental Neuropsychology.

Almonds, from page 11 Kris-Etherton said that while almonds will not eliminate the risk of heart disease, they may be a smart choice for a healthy snack. She added that in addition to their heart-healthy benefits, almonds also provide a dose of good fats, vitamin E and fiber.

“If people incorporate almonds into their diet, they should expect multiple benefits, including ones that can improve heart health,” Kris-Etherton said. “They’re not a cure-all, but when eaten in moderation — and especially when eaten instead of a food of lower nutritional value — they’re a great addition to an already healthy diet.”

Claire Berryman, postdoctoral fellow at U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine, and Jennifer Fleming, instructor in the College of Health and Human Development at Penn State, also worked on the study.

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‘Tee’d Off at Hunger’ aims to replace equipment Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — FaithCentre has an interesting challenge, and it’s hoping the third annual Tee’d Off at Hunger Golf Scramble, scheduled for Monday, Sept.

11, at Nittany Country Club, will ultimately result in a solution.

Because of the generosity of local growers, community garden members and grocery stores, such as Walmart and Weis Markets, FaithCentre Food Bank has an abundance of fresh produce and frozen meats to distribute to its clients.

The problem, however, is how to store it all.

According to Sally McCartney, lead food bank volunteer, the group’s small army of household refrigerators is about 17 years old and “fully expected to just quit working one day.”

There are actually days at the food bank when zucchini outnumber the clients.

But, while the organization has plenty of fresh vegetables and lean protein sources to feed the nearly 700 people each month

who rely on the food bank, adequate storage facilities are lacking.

If the group can secure the funds to purchase a commercial-grade reach-in refrigerator and reach-in freezer, it could store fruits and vegetables at ideal temperatures for days longer than it currently is able to do, as well as keep frozen meat continually stocked for those in need.

The goal is to raise $7,000 through the golf scramble. The cost is $75 per golfer, which includes a light lunch, goodie bag, appetizers, dinner and attendance at the silent auction. To add a level of excitement to the event, Jabco Auto Sales is sponsoring a $25,000 prize for a holein-one (a designated hole will have different distances for men and women) and a $2,500 putting contest.

There is still an opportunity for a several teams to join. Non-golfers are invited to attend the dinner for $25 a ticket, while space is available.

For more information or to register, contact Nicole Summers at nsummers@ faithcentre.info or call (814) 355-0880.

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VOLUNTEERS KAY SPROUT, left, and Skip Keller load refrigerators with milk at the FaithCentre Food Bank. The refrigerators are old, and the group hopes to replace them with funding raised from an upcoming golf tournament.

Constitution 230 Celebration sets free admission Gazette staff reports CENTRE HALL — The Constitution 230 Celebration recently announced admission to its upcoming event will be free.

The celebration is scheduled for 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, in the grandstand area of Grange Park, Centre Hall. Gates open at noon.

The celebration honors the 230th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution, exploring the rights and responsibilities set forth by the document. The event’s Constitution Village will include more than 30 exhibits by local groups and individuals, including American Legion posts, the League of Women Voters of Centre County, Fair Districts PA of Centre County, University Park post office’s “Mike the Mailman” and the Affordable Health Care Coalition/The PA Health Care Plan.

“Popular demand by local residents and generous support prompted us to change to free admission,” said Constitution 230 Committee chairman Keith Bierly. “We want hundreds of residents

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JACKIE BROWN and the Gill Street Band will perform at The Constitution 230 Celebration scheduled for Sept. 17 at Grange Park.

and families to explore the village exhibits and enjoy our speakers and music. Our Constitution celebration will be one of the largest in the commonwealth, alongside events at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.”

Confirmed speakers include U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, executive director Anne K. Ard of the Centre County Women’s Resource Center, presidential historian Greg Ferro, professor emeritus and actor Charles Dumas and professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia.

The music program includes Miss Melanie and the Valley Rats, Jackie Brown and the Gill Street Band, Cone of Silence and Erin Condo and the Hoofties. The Nittany Knights also will perform, and Delta Program students will present select songs from “Hamilton.”

The Constitution 230 Celebration is organized by a bipartisan group of Centre County residents dedicated to the U.S. Constitution.

For more information, visit www. constitution230.com.

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A B-17 “FLYING FORTRESS” is coming to the area beginning Aug. 28. Tours and rides will be available.

World War II-era bomber to visit University Park Airport StateCollege.com staff STATE COLLEGE — A B-17 “Flying Fortress,” one of the United States’ most iconic airplanes of World War II, will be at University Park Airport for a week beginning Monday, Aug. 28.

The nonprofit Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum is bringing the plane to the airport as part of TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Sofia Allen, pictured with her mother, Lindsey Allen, of State College, was granted the first Pixie Dust Wishes’ trip to Disney World during the nonprofit’s fundraising event on Aug. 19. Sofia has a deteriorating eye condition that may eventually leave her permanently blind.

the Summer Flying Legends of Victory Tour. The tour began in June and continues through October with stops in 50 locations to educate about aviation in combat.

Tours and rides will be available through Monday, Sept. 4. Cost is $10 per person or $20 for a family of four for tours. Rides in the plane, one of 10 airworthy B-17s remaining in the world, range from $425 to $850 per person, depending on the seat.

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Coquese’s Drive for CCWRC raises nearly $19,000

AG PROGRESS DAYS 2017

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TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

UNIVERSITY PARK — The wet weather didn’t dampen spirits at the annual Coquese’s Drive for Centre County Women’s Resource Center, as the event celebrated its 10th year and raised nearly $19,000 on Aug. 18 at the Penn State Golf Course.

Thanks to the support of sponsors and contributors, 100 golfers ascended on the Penn State Blue Course to take part in the annual event. This enabled Penn State women’s basketball head coach Coquese Washington and the Coquese’s Drive Committee to present a check for $18,453 to Centre County Women’s Resource Center Executive Director Anne Ard. The 2017 total moved the overall total of donations to $188,575, all designated for the fight against domestic and sexual violence in Centre County.

The winning foursome in the open division was Maribel Lies, George McMurtry, Dean Johnson and Justin Ondik, with a 15-under-par 57. Joan Brummert, Genny Vanemon, Gloria Brown and Peggy Smith claimed top prize in the women’s division with an 8-under-par 64. The runners-up in the open division were John Carnicella, Terry Carnicella, Mitch Cooper and Frank Shields, while Sue Cromwell, Traci Richardson, Joan Ritchie and Karen Krupa claimed runner-up laurels in the women’s division.

Longest-drive winners were Dean Johnson on the men’s side and Jeanie Andrews on the women’s side, while Johnson (fourth hole) and Joe Ostroski (seventh hole) won the two closest-to-the-pin holes. The team of Andrew Wickerham, Kristin Wright, Janet Justus and Cathy Harner was noted as the most honest foursome of the afternoon.

The Centre County Women’s Resource Center will continue to accept online donations for this year’s Coquese’s Drive until Thursday, Aug. 31.

The Centre County Women’s Resource Center provides services for victims of domestic and/or sexual violence. Counselor and advocates are available 24 hours a day. There is no cost, and all services are private. The CCWRC provided services to 1,300 people last year in Centre County.

THOUSANDS DESCENDED on Rock Springs for the 42nd year of Ag Progress Days, the commonwealth’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition. Sponsored by the Penn State College of Agriculture, the event was held Aug. 15 through 17 and headquartered in the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center. In the top photo, visitors were given the opportunity to learn and try tree climbing. At left, an event attendee grinds grain by hand inside the Pasto Agricultural Museum.

Above, cows relax in the event’s livestock display area.

‘Duck Dynasty’ star to appear in Milesburg Gazette staff reports MILESBURG — Alan Robertson, of the A&E “Duck Dynasty” series, will appear at Freedom Life Church at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 17, according to a press release.

Robertson will share his personal story as part of the church’s month-long sermon message series, “My Back Story.” He will talk about his marriage, which previously had been rocky. He and his wife, Lisa, experienced public heartache and tension when her affair became known while he was serving as a church pastor. The couple fought for their marriage, though, and renewed their commitment to one another.

“Every year we try to bring in a big name to reach more people with the Gospel of Jesus,” said Freedom Life pastor Eric Gerber. “Yes, it’s entertaining for all of us, but we’re really driven to attract people who need hope or those

who are one prayer away from breakthrough in their lives.

“Sometimes, people would rather come out to hear a celebrity or athlete instead of a local preacher, and that’s OK. Our goal is for them to receive a life-giving message that could change the trajectory of their lives for eternity.”

Since the premier of “Duck Dynasty,” the Robertson family has become well known for big beards and camo clothing. Robertson, the only son without a beard, grew up hunting and fishing, and helped build the foundation of the family duck call business in the 1970s and ‘80s. He left the business when he received the call for full-time ministry in 1988 and served as a senior pastor in West Monroe, La. In 2012, he returned to the Duck Commander business and his family’s commitment to spreading the gospel through their love of hunting and the great outdoors.

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Professor wins $1.9 million NIH award

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UNIVERSITY PARK — Edward O’Brien, assistant professor of chemistry at Penn State and an associate with the university’s Institute for CyberScience, has received a grant for $1.9 million over five years from the National Institutes of Health. The award will support fundamental research on how proteins form.

O’Brien’s study, “Modeling the Influence of Translation-Elongation Kinetics on Protein Structure and Function,” will investigate how the speed at which a protein is assembled — the translation rate — affects the protein’s ability to fold and function properly.

The question is groundbreaking because, until recently, most scientists did not believe that translation rate impacted protein function at all.

EDWARD O’BRIEN Researchers are still unsure exactly why a protein’s translation rate affects its behavior, but O’Brien aims to find out.

His team is developing computer simulations to model the mechanics of protein translation. The simulations will be computationally intensive, so the team plans to use ICS’s Advanced CyberInfrastructure, Penn State’s high-performance research cloud. Using many powerful computer cores at once, the model will provide results quickly.

“By creating physics- and chemistry-based models, we can explore the origins and consequences of translation rate changes on protein behavior,” said O’Brien.

“This project will increase our understanding of protein synthesis in ways that could help us combat debilitating diseases.”

Just as musical notes arranged in a certain order form a song, chains of amino acids that are arranged in specific sequences form the proteins from which our muscles and tissues are made. For half a century, scientists believed that the order of the amino acids was the only factor governing how a protein functioned. But new evidence demonstrates that mutations that change a protein’s translation rate can cause the protein to malfunction, even if the order of the amino acids is correct. Learning how translation rate affects these malfunctions could be key to understanding several diseases, including cystic fibrosis and some varieties of lung, cervical and vulvar cancer.

“Ed O’Brien’s research has amazing potential to advance the field of proteomics in ways that will impact human health, and he fully deserves this grant,” said ICS director Jenni Evans. “His project embodies the kind of transformational computational work that ICS is proud to support.”

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District increasing focus on embracing diversity

By BOB O’DONNELL State College Area Superintendent

As is usually the case, it’s hard to believe a new school year is already upon us. Much like the recent solar eclipse, the summer passed all too quickly. We’re busy preparing to welcome back our students Aug. 28 for another exciting nine months of discovery and learning.

I’m eager to get started, but first I’d like to share a few thoughts about what promises to be a momentous year for our students, families and employees.

In all my career, this time of year has never grown old, as I too experience both anxiety and great anticipation for my colleagues, our students and my own children.

The buzz around our district stems from the fact that we truly love creating new relationships. Those bonds form the foundation for inspiring and challenging the daily learning that is so important for us to help each student develop as a learner and person.

With all of the different programs, initiatives and facility upgrades in the works, let’s remember the enduring constant is the quality of our people and their interactions with students every day. In short, relationships matter the most.

We’ve never taken that for granted, and this year we are going to strive to be even better. Our secondary teachers have created and implemented weekly professional learning communities that better support our teachers’ complex responsibilities for developing quality relationships, as well as becoming more responsive to each student’s personal and learning strengths and needs.

During the coming year, we hope to continue to refine our student day proposal for 2018-19. In increasing the length of the elementary day and shifting secondary school times, we expect to improve learning experiences for our students — more core instruction for elementary children, later starts for older students so they can derive more from morning classes, as adolescent sleep research recommends. Both are intended to strengthen the classroom interactions critical to education.

In the next months, we’ll also increase our focus on embracing diversity throughout all of our schools.

Last year, our school board created a clear policy delineating our district’s expectations for embracing diversity.

That was a critical step, but words aren’t enough. This

summer, our principals and administrators received valuable training in recognizing unconscious cultural bias, and we plan on extending the learning and other instruction district-wide. We’ll also keep supporting student groups that address diversity issues.

For meaningful relationships to form, all of our students must feel welcome, safe and respected in their schools. We’re making progress toward further uniting our community, and this year should bring us closer.

Looking ahead some more, we’ve got a lot on our plate these days.

We’re refining our English language arts curriculum plan and implementing an updated math curriculum for 2018-19, including outreach to parents to occur this fall.

For our high school, we have been approved as a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Career-Related Programme, and will be pursuing authorization as an IB World School.

Also, we’re starting three elementary school renovation projects and moving students into our new high school in January, a significant milestone as construction continues until 2019. We’re in for a packed year, to say the least.

All of our initiatives, however, circle back to our highest priority: providing high-quality learning experiences to every student, every day. We already have indications — high marks, if you will — that we’re succeeding in academics.

Niche.com ranked our district and two of our elementary school as among the best in the state. Our SAT scores last year tied us for 23rd out of more than 650 public high schools statewide. Measures of Academic Progress test scores for 60 percent of our second- to sixth-graders registered in the top 25 percent nationally. And, our latest survey data indicates the number of students who enjoy school has increased over the past three years.

But, last year’s grades are a thing of the past. Like our teachers and students, we’re ready for a fresh start, optimistic that 2017-18 will be another positive journey for all of our students. The eclipse is gone, but our eyes are still cast upward.

For more information, visit our website, www.scasd. org.

(Editor’s note: The following article was submitted by State College superintendent Bob O’Donnell to welcome students, parents, faculty and staff back for the 2017-18 academic year. The Gazette featured similar columns from other area superintendents in the Aug. 10 Back to School edition.)

PSU students move into new building Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — On Aug. 18, 500 Penn State students began moving into The Metropolitan, a new mixeduse development in downtown State College. In addition to offering more than 130 apartments, the building has a clubhouse, pool, computer lab, fitness center, private study rooms and an Internet café, according to a press release.

The project was completed by Athens, Ga.-based real estate firm Landmark Properties, which acquired the

property in 2015. The company owns, manages and develops student housing developments across the country.

The Metropolitan leased 100 percent of its total beds months ahead of the project’s delivery and construction completion “We’re excited to open our doors to more than 500 students, welcoming them to their new homes in State College,” said Landmark Properties president and CEO Wes Rogers in the release. “Here, they will enjoy first-class amenities and a comfortable living environment that’s conveniently located to downtown businesses, campus and Beaver Stadium.”

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STATE COLLEGE Elks Lodge 1600 received a $2,000 Elks National Promise grant, which the group used to assist with a summer backpack and food program in the Penns Valley area. The program provided backpacks to 56 students, who were selected by the YMCA. Each backpack contained nutritious food items for the children to eat in the summer, when school lunches are not available, as well as essential school supplies. Pictured, from left, are Mel Curtis, director of the Moshannon Valley Branch the YMCA of Centre County, and State College Elks members Shelly Wike and Jeff Weyman.

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Enjoy the benefits of owning a library card

By JENNIFER CEFELLI Communication Director, Centre County Library

If you’re a Pennsylvania resident, there’s one card that might be in your wallet that gives you access to thousands of books, e-books, magazines, journals, online resources and much more — all at no charge to you.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and if you aren’t one of the twothirds of Americans who have a library card, you may not be aware of the many perks that this small piece of plastic can offer. Check out this list of reasons why you might want to run — not walk — to one of Centre County’s public libraries for your very own card.

RESOURCES

With a library card, resources are limitless and include access to thousands of books, journals, newspapers, magazines, music choices and more, all at your fingertips by browsing the aisles of your local public library.

You also can log on to a public computer at any branch to listen to music, download eBooks and music, get online technology training or simply browse the Internet with free Wi-Fi. And, if you’d rather browse our shelves from the comfort of home, your valid library card enables you to download many of these resources from your own computer.

Your library card is your key to free other online resources, too.

Power Library provides access to thousands of full-text periodical articles and newspapers and a major encyclopedia, plus photographs, pictures, charts, maps and reference materials for people of all ages. Or, cuddle up with your little ones while you watch stories come to life with TumbleBooks, where storybooks transform into delightful video tales.

Search for your family roots with AncestryLibrary.com and open up a world of genealogical information at your fingertips. Or, use the free music service Freegal to access more than 10 million songs.

Every one of these services is absolutely free to use with a valid Centre County Federation library card.

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There are programs for all ages, including Summer Reading clubs, homeschool resources for elementary and middle school-aged children, author visits and book signings, young author contests for kids in first through sixth grades, and more.

Quality, award-winning programming happens every day at Schlow and Centre County Library branches, offering great ways to engage all ages.

COMMUNITY

Community resources offer so many ways to reach out to other curious individuals who share similar interests.

Join a comic, knitting or gardening club. Meet new friends to play chess or board games.

Discuss books at monthly meet-ups. Our libraries are welcoming, vibrant cultural centers, full of comfortable seating and quiet nooks to relax with a newspaper or discuss ideas with friends, old and new.

The Centre County Federation of Public Libraries is comprised of Schlow Centre Region Library in State College and Centre County Libraries, including Centre Hall Area Branch Library, Holt Memorial Library in Philipsburg and a county-wide Bookmobile.

Our mission is to provide the best library services to all residents of Centre County.

A great time to sign up for a card is at this year’s LION Bash, which will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 29, between the 100 and 200 blocks of South Allen Street in State College. Schlow Library will have a table outside where community members can sign up for library cards that can be used at any of the libraries that are part of the Centre County Federation of Public Libraries.

Now, card holders can carry their cards digitally with the Schlow Library app.

Download it for free on your smartphone.

For more information, visit www.schlowlibrary.org.

We welcome you to visit any of Centre County’s public libraries to gain free access to the limitless resources that a valid library card can offer.

For more information, visit www. centrecountylibrary.org.

TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA got a taste of the Big Apple during the annual Brew Fest Expo, held Aug. 12 at Tussey Mountain. Brooklyn Brewery was one of the many vendors at the event, offering free samples and products available for purchase. Dozens of beer makers were on hand for the event, which included live music and other entertainment. Proceeds from the event were donated to the Coaches Vs. Cancer of Penn State fundraising effort.

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TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

BEE TREE BERRY FARM owner Laura MacDonald guides a tour and provides information on the numerous crops during the annual Centre County Farm Tour. The Aug. 12 event took visitors on self-guided tours of 11 farms from throughout the county. Specific activities at each participating farm kept visitors busy during the daylong event.

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Residents of the Bellefonte Area School District Board of School Directors Vacancy

Effective August 5, 2017, a vacancy exists on the nine-member Board of Directors of the Bellefonte Area School District. The Board intends to appoint an individual to fill this vacancy through the first Monday of December 2019. The Board invites interested residents of the Bellefonte Area School District to apply as a candidate for this open position.

For more detailed information, visit the district website at www.basd.net.

Please note: Letters of interest, resume, and application are due by 4 pm on August 29, 2017. Candidates will be interviewed and an appointment made at the August 31, 2017, Bellefonte Area School Directors’ meeting.

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Grange Fair: A lesson in history and tradition SAM STITZER

Sam Stitzer covers Penns Valley for the Centre County Gazette. Email him at pennsvalley@ centrecounty gazette.com.

Well, it’s Grange Fair time again.

There is so much I could write about the fair, but when speaking of it, there are two huge facts that stand out.

Fact No. 1 — the Grange Fair has been happening for 143 years.

Wrap your minds around that number.

The Grangers Picnic, as it was originally called, began in 1874, established

by Grange Master Leonard Rhone.

That’s a long time before computers, cell phones (or any

phones), radio, television, airplanes or even automobiles.

The people came to Centre Hall by horse and buggy, some traveling nearly a full day to get there. That’s how the tents originated — visitors could stay overnight and make the journey home the next day.

In 1887, Rhone borrowed 50 Army tents from the Pennsylvania National Guard and erected them on the grounds. Tents have been a part of the fair ever since, expanding to the now-1,000 14-by-14- foot canvas dwellings, thus establishing the defining tradition of the Grange Fair.

Tenting fairs were common in those days in rural areas of the country. But, as automobiles became commonplace, tents disappeared from all the rural fairs in America — except one.

And, that brings us to Fact No. 2 — the Grange Fair is, apparently, the last remaining tent fair in the country, and it looks like it will remain so forever.

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Grange Fair is a unique event deeply embedded into the culture of central Pennsylvania. As a Centre Hall native, I grew up with the Grange Fair, and so did my sons. My parents went there, as did their parents, and I’m still there every day.

Tradition is a hallmark of Grange Fair.

Many food and entertainment vendors have been coming to the fair for generations.

Millheim-based Hosterman and Stover Hardware and Variety Store has been at the fair every year since 1930. Always in the same spot, it supplies campers with items such as rope, duct tape, clothespins, extension cords and the like, as well as toys for the kids.

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WALKER GRANGE 2007 won the Group Exhibit contest, which carried a “Country Scenes, Blue Ribbons Dreams� theme. The display required the use of canned goods and produce.

Individual granges compete in Group Exhibit category

By CONNIE COUSINS correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

CENTRE HALL — The Grange Fair wouldn’t be what it is today without the area Granges that participate in the annual event. “There are 11 Granges in Centre County. They include Baileyville 1991, Bald Eagle 151, Halfmoon 290, Logan 109, Marion 223, Penns Valley 158, Port Matilda 1284, Progress 96, Union 325, Victor 159 and Walker 2007. In combination, they make up Pomona Grange 13,� said Dorothy Houtz, master of Logan Grange 109. “Pomona owns the grounds, and committees from each Grange operate the Grange Fair.�

It is a huge undertaking to manage the event each year, and it takes people working year-round to orchestrate the many parts.

From apples to zucchini in the vegetable section and from Angus to Simmental in the beef cattle section, competition is fierce. It is the same for sewing and needlework of all types, and hobbies, photog-

raphy and 4-H entries that include cattle, rabbits and pigs.

Each Grange is eligible to enter the Group Exhibit category. There is always a theme, and in 2017 it is “Country Scenes, Blue Ribbon Dreams.�

This year’s winner exemplified the theme well. Walker Grange 2007 sported a blue ribbon for its exhibit, which included canned goods and produce. Its members grew all the produce on their farms and in their gardens and prepared the featured canned goods.

Entries in the Group Exhibit category must not exceed 50 items. Exhibits are scored based on educational value, theme, conveying a message and interest factor, as well as originality, color harmony and balance and general appearance.

Walker Grange also won first prize at Grange Fair in 2016, and was a winner at last year’s Bloomsburg Fair. Some fairs require entries to be from the county where the fair is located, but others are open.

The Grange Fair continues through Saturday, Aug. 26.

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August 18 - 26, 2017 History, from page 17 Gunzey’s food stand, the Boarding House restaurant, Johnson’s bingo stand, Gross’ French fry stand, the bell ringer stand and Garbrick’s rides are other examples of vendors providing food and fun for generations of fairgoers.

Perhaps the oldest tradition of the fair is the annual horseshoe pitching tournament, held in the court located near the Homan Lane entrance. It’s easy to imag-

ine Grangers Picnic founder Rhone and his contemporaries pitching horseshoes at the very first fairs in the 1870s.

Grange Fair is more than a typical country fair — it’s a history lesson. It serves as a monument to the history and traditions of agricultural rural Pennsylvania. In this ever-changing world, it’s good to experience something constant. The fair is always different each year, yet has always been much the same for 143 years.

And, that feels good to me.

SAM STITZER/For the Gazette

MUSICAL ACTS have delighted audiences in the Grange Fair grandstand for decades.

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‘Camping Under the Stars’ Decorating competition illuminates tenting area

By PYPER PETERSEN

enter the tent decorating contest.

Every year, faithful “decorators” come prepared to turn their tents into works of art that are enjoyed by For some tenters, Grange Fair is not just about moving thousands of fairgoers. half of your furniture into a tent for 10 days. Diehards deThe contest first began in 1996 and continued until cide to bring an extra truckload of decorations so they can 2003. During that period of time, there were tents hidden behind princess castles, an old woman in a shoe, a working water wheel, a ‘50s-style diner and Snoopy’s dog house.

In 2003, the fair gave the decorators several years off. Three years ago, in 2014, the contest started again.

This year, for the 143rd Grange Fair, the theme for the decorating contest was “Camping Under the Stars.” Looking for the best display of lights, the competition was sponsored by Friedman Electric.

The theme called for decorators to put all their creative juices to work. After all, being in a tent at the fair is camping under the stars — no decorating required.

First-place winners of the contest were Tina Horner Allamon, her nephew Noah Walk and their family. Their prize-winning tent, which they started decorating Aug. 13, took several days to complete.

The Hann family decided to take “Camping Under the Stars” to a new level. Not only was the outside of the tent decorated, but the interior as well. The entire ceiling of the tent was covered with “stars.”

Nine-year-old Brody Hann used his artistic ability to make a man sitting on the moon. That was the centerpiece for the Hanns’ theme, and for it they received second place.

This year, 15 tents entered the decorating competition. They were judged by the amount of lights they had and how they used them, according to Grange Fair general manager Darlene Confer. The decorators were limited to the 4 feet in front of their tent for the actual judging, but many also decorated their roofs and interiors, too.

Confer said the themes each year are decided on by a committee. The committee usually tries to use agriculture as a foundation, but since Friedman Electric was the sponsor, the use of lights was chosen.

PYPER PETERSEN/For the Gazette Though the fair offers many contests that THE ALLAMON AND HORNER family tent won first place in this year’s other Grange’s feature at their fairs, it is beGrange Fair tent-decorating contest. The family spent several days creating lieved the tent-decorating competition is unique to Centre County. its “Camping Under the Stars” look. correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

PYPER PETERSEN/For the Gazette

NINE-YEAR-OLD Brody Hann stands outside his family’s tent at the Grange Fair after their creation won second place in the tentdecorating contest. He created the “man on the moon” centerpiece featured in the design, pictured at right.

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MEGAN ROYER was crowned the 2017 Centre County Grange Fair Queen during a ceremony Aug. 16, prior to the start of the 143rd version of Pennsylvania’s largest encampment fair. This year’s court included, from left, Katie Hartle, first runner-up Amelia Miller, Royer and Gabrille Swavely. Above, Royer, left, is pictured with 2016 Fair Queen Emma Spackman.

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Longtime fair attendee continues to bake for ribbons

By CONNIE COUSINS

could resist peanut butter, Ritz crackers and chocolate made into one delicious little treat?

Miller also won fourth place for her pecan and bumbleberry pies.

She still stays at the fair, usually with one or more of her family members. This year, she and her husband, Guy Miller, are happy to have son Alan and his wife, Jolene, and their son Matthew visiting for the Grange Fair. Other local grandchildren and friends drop by the tent each day to chat for a while.

As with most fair families, there are usually visitors no matter what time of the day or evening.

That’s what Grange Fair signifies to many — visiting with family and friends they see less often during the rest of the year. It’s also the time when they start making plans for the next Grange Fair, and thinking about what they’ll enter in next year’s baking contests.

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CENTRE HALL — Esther “Essie” Miller has been going to Grange Fair for 83 years.

“The tent we have was my mother’s,” said Miller. “I had six sisters and three brothers.

For many years, some of my sisters and several other relatives had tents nearby. We had such good times.”

Miller said entering pies, cookies and other baked goods into the fair’s contests has been a way of life for her for many years.

“Sometimes I win, and sometimes not,” she said, laughing, as she spoke about her experiences at the fair. “Once, I encouraged my mother to enter her cookies ... she won and I didn’t.”

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It didn’t take Bellefonte long in 7-3 A 74-yard pick-6 by Dylan Depass have a drive in the fi rst half at part dec ersit ue rs up watc in the 17-year-o up the opy over any other stle portunity to get ning seed. was nam a guy you and three semifinals ’s put a After games and tournam hing her play many cision. “I thin ld’s the third university,” said ranked wre de-or Meily, who an education from s before ear a State’s Joe in the “Pfarrto g as a fourth ng better and on awhat 1-yard sneak, P-O was then forced to know punt its on He the’s gas. quarter comall. either runs k It camein it was two fall(125 nerionals. was non-stop nsitrich ents I realized how natfoot mainly nked goodjust has such tler, winnin naway was run s, “He’s not happy with his “I again don’t even to Stephen Nittany Club theand played for Senior co is wrestliMegaludis school and a Coach real decisioLion into about every position you top-ra “NiNico Oklahom terested I was gh kid hone Fink’s off to win o the State ColindWrestling sty also be able gh and abou ckethe beat second , wh that. needs that.

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By PAT ROTHDEUT ing his t Nickal went 6-0 in ershis march as Retherford in going 5-0 on his decisions over the Nos. 13 and 5 as titles. aoffourth North Car seed.

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That’s not sophomore; mara, He went 5-0 with a after Kresovich 42-36 lead It’s settl red some what nament who wasn’t a little board found Riley Bechdel that’s the best part.” in the Among e for just abit of experience and a litBy MICHAEL D. KRESOVICH aspectsix at the break after three of balawins those were two up two technical falls and then ketball.worl “Nico8-1. is t wrestling better and up at 133.

Zack Beitza No. (157)1 seed, and two falls, a tech fall and a major d of District 6 Clas nce Gett s by open for a 36-yard touchdown. The extra ig correspondent@centrecountygazette.com Jone cut s AA into s and tournament basa 12-point West Bills bea Branch point was blocked by the Rams. was almost as dominant To “We just starting leadbit a bad thing.”

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Nov. 12, the two tle of strength.” so major , on dotechnical finding it, the Warriors prev falls, a major before earning a 7-3 de- Eagle Area some kids, 22-17, beat Geno Morelli Outstanding (165) both placed before edging fifth(Althoughbetter. re,He (in thedecision a little bit more WINGATE — It was all tough Rams during the The Ramstwo quickly falls responded with a ailed over No. 15 second half),” Butt Trudedecision six games. ct same sco , 74-72, in an epic Bald erworth said. “We in their last k by the exa decisions annual tilt between Penns Valley 13 and Bald to a his touchdown tossas of their own, when Blaine box-and-march nailwent t.) went 6-0 in Retherford in going 5-0 on his over the Nos. and 5 biter that wasn tler, winning as seed. decided until the Nickal one and came out McIntosh went 5-0 in cruising in New Yor e noticed tha are rs.a fourth rsEagle ele Jets ele Ste ’t the Ste final and three decisions.

One of those cision over Oklahoma State’s Joe rgh some tricky kids.

It seemed like in fifth, Garett Hammond (165) the Area on Sept.

9. with ranked Ripka hauled in a Tobias throw from 40 the two hav t a sbu second halfBrett Pfarr, of Minnesota, seconds of playing tha a triangle-and-t a After No. 1 seed i for Bald d for the Pitt ir own fate following ebody should kes out to mean is wo, time nat goo just som k . cin tryin Tyro loo Eagle Area returned home in hopes Cin yards out. them. And make ne g to confuse ded was at fell to No. 16 Penn travel to It did not bria and No. lranked all this sha seathem work. to3 Penn the 174-pound championship. way tointhe title at 157.

He rolled wrestlers intricky the country. control of the Conaway Jordan to the 197-pound title. He had thisof Steelers nee Wh runnerCamthe they wil r losing keeping its undefeated season alive.

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Smith, who he had real kids in “In the first half, placed seventh Moss Ravens, the fs. and Kade 3-2, in the final. . 6 seed, and n-riva ore A week afte beaten by in Bishop McC No isio said tim the is he div Bal No. (Tru as yof Lew the ort, the in 14 t de) pla West Branch was was basically stan stead, the Rams had other plans. s to Tobias came out of the locker room hot ing there wide open n agains the AFC ch Marvin Clevebeing a highAmong don notic make crushing los up d showdowand and we were forge e at 3-12Beitz six two e thatwins were up two falls and then wrestling better at 133.

Zack (157) Bengals’ coa .”“Nico is seed meant littlethose thir two falls, a tech fall and agot major e help to Jesse Nagle was handed his fi rst loss of and to com after the intermission, as he foundtechnical Tristan this season, ” tting e in which when he knocked top-ranked in this tournament. off him. is redshirting is the this tournament, but he wrestled re than win had (141) was eighth. ism abou is “Pfarr’s a guy you’ve to gam mo orc a win and som t a The Wes Lew re “ex — t at we Bran an son e ch would have a 41-18 defeat, as head coach see wh the season, Klinefelter for a 61-yard scoring strike.

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He got his shots off and won set cal inter “Ilan think that, right there, just gal the quar t er beat to win the nationals.

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One of-min those deficits througho cision Oklahoma State’s Joe lead some kids. It seemed like elers intricky fifth, Garett tine, ranked at the four ch a 53-45 Brett Pfarr, of Minnesota, deal witdepth the 1990 sea ce(165) The Eagles ROTHDEUT ut the inst the Ste tournament,” lems to rollicking decision.

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In the fourth quarter, arred the Rams offense, led by Andrew ted in Las Veg The last tim Bengals’ quarterback suddenly not out ception, baskets by Krise allow the Eagles to climb back into it.

20, fight-m and top-ranked Ben center Trendon of theknocked d out of a 33, “Pfarr’s Trude up. he is redshirting this season, is the question that the off this tournament, but he wrestled top three AAwhen (141) eighth. a guyhard you’ve got to linewas while, but t quarter Ferguson gavegood ers knocke Tobias, was mighty impressive the entire theThat is justwrestles, firs what they did. for awho team e se ods, it doesn’t get much more fun the the gym’s going to stop Retherford lay waste to s tiple wrestlers are just solid wou anot clo ens in scrambler, to finish Wes s ld her ry be gone after the t Branch nine-point lead It wa eler def round.

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August 24-30, 2017

High School Football Week 1 A quick glimpse of what to expect this week

By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH

BELLEFONTE (0-0) AT JERSEY SHORE (0-0), FRIDAY, AUG. 25

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As advertised, there will be an almost full slate of games in Week 1 of the new high school football season. The only school not in action will be State College, and the Little Lions will open their season Friday, Sept. 1.

Every other Centre County team will be on the field, and here’s the lineup:

BALD EAGLE AREA (0-0) AT TROY (0-0), FRIDAY, AUG. 25

Troy is a new opponent for BEA this season, and the Class AA Trojans come into the 2017 season after a 4-7 record last year.

Troy averaged 17 points per game in 11 outings and was primarily a running team. The Trojans ran for more than 178 yards per game, but they only threw for 75. Still, that adds up to a healthy 253 yards per game of offense.

They had some nice wins over Bucktail, Wyalusing Valley, Muncy and Canton, but a five-game losing streak beginning in Week 3 seriously hurt their chances for a winning season.

The good news for the Trojans is that almost all of that firepower is back with the return of their two top players.

Clark Jackson and Jzhalil Wallace were, at the same time, the team’s starting quarterback, top rusher, top receiver and best return man.

Quarterback Jackson completed 66 of 108 passes for 774 yards and seven touchdowns. He also ran the ball 106 times for 637 yards and eight more touchdowns. Those totals included 218 yards and four touchdowns in the team’s 48-14 win over Muncy.

The third-leading rusher, Wallace (186 yards), also led the team in receiving (46 receptions, 585 yards) and all-purpose yards (1,257). Wallace returned kicks for more than 500 yards during the season.

Troy did have problems holding teams at times — three teams scored more than 45 points — but the Trojans return enough offense and speed to cause big problems.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

In many ways, Bellefonte’s razor-thin, 33-28 loss to Jersey Shore last season was an incentive for the Raiders. They lost after coming all the way back from a 20-plus-point deficit and were a play away from pulling off the win.

Now, in the first game of 2017, the Raiders are hoping to finish the job, although things are never easy against the Bulldogs.

Last season JS was 9-4 and won two playoff games before finally bowing out in the PIAA State Tournament after losing to Greater Johnstown, 42-32.

The Bulldogs gained 354 yards per game in 2016, mostly on the arm of returning senior quarterback Elijah Shemory. Shemory completed 176 of 366 passes for 2,630 yards and 33 touchdowns in 2016, with his biggest night coming, ironically, with 323 yards and four touchdowns against Johnstown.

Their leading rusher, Jarett Guthrie, graduated, but Kyle Tomb, who was second on the list with 520 yards and three touchdowns, will be back for his junior season.

Three of Shemory’s four top receivers — Hunter Frantz, Kevin Titus and Austin Breon — are also back from last year. Frantz, Titus and Breon combined for 1,604 yards and 17 touchdowns.

Defensively, Jersey Shore piled up 83 tackles-for-loss, 39 sacks, eight fumble recoveries and an impressive 26 interceptions. Breon, Frantz and junior Dominic Williams accounted for 19 of those picks.

Bellefonte is hoping to take another step forward this year, and a win here would be more than a good omen.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

PUNXSUTAWNEY (0-0) AT PENNS VALLEY (0-0), FRIDAY, AUG. 25

games.

The Punxsutawney Chucks had a difficult season in 2016 with only two wins — against Union and Keystone — in nine

Punxsutawney’s problems stemmed from its offense, which averaged 200 yards per game but only just under 15 points. Two of its losses were by less than seven points, and the Chucks were held to under six points five times during the season.

They do return their quarterback and some top skill people. Senior Dylan Ishman completed 65 passes for 764 yards and five touchdowns, and the team’s top running back, senior Tylar Richardson, ran for 337 yards on 84 carries. Both top receivers graduated, but Richardson was third on the list with 124 yards on 12 receptions.

Robert Stormer and Stone Smith, both among the five best for all-purpose yards, also are returning for 2017.

On defense, the Chucks had 14 sacks and six recoveries, but they also snagged 21 interceptions. Stormer, Smith and Richardson had eight of those interceptions.

Penns Valley is another county team looking to makes some strides in 2017 and Punxsy will provide an opportunity to start off on the right foot for the Rams.

Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA (0-0) AT WEST BRANCH (0-0), FRIDAY, AUG. 25

During the last two seasons, hopes were high in Philipsburg that the Mounties could open their season with a win over West Branch.

And two seasons in a row, West Branch dashed those hopes with convincing wins.

Now, in 2017, P-O is coming off its first win in three years, and those hopes, if anything, are magnified coming into this game between these two neighbors and rivals.

West Branch went on to win just two more games in 2016 after its 54-28 win over the Mounties. Those wins came over Glendale and Tussey Mountain, but in between there were some one-sided losses to Mount Union, Bellwood-Antis and Moshannon Valley.

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Spikes Notebook: Team racking up more awards

By JASON ROLLISON sports@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The State College Spikes continue to rack up awards this season. The latest honor has been bestowed to outfielder Scott Hurst, who takes home NYPL Player of the Week honors for the week ending Aug. 20.

The award was the third for the Spikes this season, and the most for the team since the club earned three Player of the Week and two Pitcher of the Week awards in 2010.

The Cardinals’ 2017 third-round draft choice out of Cal State-Fullerton, Hurst is now sixth in the NYPL in hitting with a .309 average, and his .463 slugging percentage ranks fifth-best in the league.

The scouting report on Hurst is one of contradictions.

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Scouts feel he will not develop much power, yet his hit tool rates at 60 on the 20/80 scale. One scout I spoke to for an opinion on Hurst described him as a “Scooter Gennett type,” suggesting that he could eventually grow into his power.

With a 60 grade in speed and a 70 grade with his arm, there will undoubtedly be a place for Hurst in the majors one day, but his ceiling is still very much in question. qqq Major League Baseball has taken great strides in curbing the scourge of performance-enhancing drugs over the past decade, and the game’s minor leagues are no exception.

State College Spikes catcher Tyler Lancaster, a 2016 16th-round draft choice, has been suspended for 76 games for his use of a performance-enhancing substance.

All told, Major League Baseball handed out 100 suspensions to minor leaguers in 2016, 108 in 2015, 63 in 2014, 60 in 2013 and 105 in 2012. That 2017 figure clocks in at 66, as of this writing. Of note is that 25.8 percent — 17 in total – of these suspensions were for drugs of abuse such as marijuana or cocaine.

Those figures are surprising, given that there has been a concerted effort to communicate the dangers and consequences of PEDs. Still, players give in to temptation more than common sense would dictate. That axiom is especially true for players such as Lancaster, a fringe prospect hoping to make enough of a mark to continue his professional baseball career.

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Poll ranks PSU at No.6

By BEN JONES StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State is ranked No. 6 in the Associated Press Poll released Aug. 21. The Nittany Lions are now ranked in the Top 10 by both major polls, as USA Today placed Penn State at No. 6 in the Coaches Poll earlier this month.

The ranking marks Penn State’s first in the preseason AP poll since 2010 when the Nittany Lions started the season at No. 19, finishing the year unranked with a 7-6 season. The last time Penn State was

ranked in the Top 10 was 2009, coming in at No. 9 and finishing at 11-2.

This is Penn State’s highest preseason ranking since 1999, when the Nittany Lions were tabbed No. 3.

The Big Ten has three teams in the Top 10 and four overall in the Top 25. Ohio State comes in at No. 2, followed by Penn State at No. 6, Wisconsin at No. 9 and Michigan at No. 11.

As in the Coaches Poll, Alabama is No. 1 to start the season.

Penn State is set to start the 2017 season against Akron at noon, Saturday, Sept.

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THE NITTANY LION patiently waits for the team prior to the Dec. 3 game against Wisconsin. The Lions scored 28 second-half points to come from behind and win, 38-30.

A DAY AT THE BALLFIELD

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THE BALD EAGLE AREA varsity football team went head to head against Central Mountain on the gridiron Aug. 19. Eagles senior quarterback Jordan Jones, middle, avoided some pocket pressure during the matchup, while the team’s kicker, Charlee Harris, bottom, took a stab at a field goal during the contest.

Week 1, from page 26 West Branch averaged 277 yards of offense last year, almost evenly balanced between passing and running. Elusive quarterback Kyle Myers is back, and he is a legitimate threat. He passed for 1,231 yards and 14 touchdowns on 63 completions and also scrambled for another 115 yards and six scores.

Myers is the top returning runner, and to make matters even a bit more difficult for WB, all of its receivers graduated and there will be no experience at that position.

Myers is the only returning player to average more than 18 yards per game on offense.

Defensively, the Warriors are aggressive and had 19 sacks, 31 tackles-forloss and 12 recoveries in 2016. They also picked off 15 passes, but only two players, Myers and Mason Emigh, who had interceptions, will be back in 2017.

If P-O is to finally break through against West Branch, it will have to control Myers

and take advantage of the Warriors inexperience at the other positions.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

BUCKTAIL (0-0) AT ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY (0-0), FRIDAY, AUG. 25

Bucktail was one of St. Joe’s three victories last season, 33-6 on September 23 and the Bucks come to Boalsburg after a very rough 2016 season, to say the least.

Bucktail went 0-10, and none of its losses was by less than the 27-point margin in the SJCA game.

The Bucks scored just eight points in their last five games combined, and just 40 all season.

As for St. Joe’s, the three wins last season are something to build on, but numbers will always be a concern. Bucktail could present a prime opportunity to start the new season off with a win.

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

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Elks Junior Golf Championship held at Philipsburg JOHN DIXON

PHILIPSBURG — The Philipsburg Elks Country Club played host to the annual Elks Junior Golf Championship recently, with 10 division titles up for grabs.

Winning the 16-to-18 gross was Andrew Ferguson, of Sinking Valley, carding a round of 78. Colin McCauley, also of Sinking Valley, posted a round of 68 to claim the 16-to-18 net.

Philipsburg’s Brandon Singer, who was the Elks junior champion, carded a round of 77 to win the 13-to-15 gross. Ky Bender, also of Philipsburg, won the 13-to-15 net, carding a round of 65.

John Dixon covers The Philipsburg Elks girls claimed golf for The Centre four of the six contested individual County Gazette. titles. Halle Herrington carded a 77 Email him at to win the 16-to-18 gross, followed sports@centre

by Lacey Potter posting a 72 to win countygazette.com. the 16-to-18 net. Katie Lingle shot a 109 to claim the title in the 13-to-15 gross, and Lindsey Bordas won the 13-to-15 net, carding a 94.

The two other titles were decided by two golfers from Penn State. Maxwell Wager shot an 83 for the 12-and-under gross, and Quinn Murphy fired a round of 75 to claim the 12-and-under net.

COMING UP ACES

George Higgins recently recorded a hole-in-one on the par-3, 130-yard No. 4 hole at the Philipsburg Elks Country Club. He used a 3-wood for his ace. Higgins’ playing partners were Jack Vesnesky, Dave Harper and Beetle Mann.

MEDALIST HONORS SHARED

Belles Springs Golf Club in Mackeyville hosted the seventh of nine events of the North Central PGA’s annual men’s series.

In the 50-to-59 age group, Kevin Treese, of Mountain View Country Club, bested the field of eight with a 1-over round of 73, claiming a share of overall medalist honors along with his first divisional victory of the season.

Last week’s winner, Belles Springs’ Gary Dolan, took second place with a 75, while the Lost Creek Golf Club duo of Mark Searer and Frank Richelderfer came in third and fourth with rounds of 76 and 80, respectively.

In the 60-to-69 age group, three golfers shared the top place out of the field of 19, firing rounds of 76. This was the third consecutive victory for Tim Harpster, of Bucknell Golf Club. Meanwhile, it was the second victory of the season for Terry Cooper, of Toftrees Golf Club, and the first trip to the top for William Snyder, of Bucknell.

Jack Driscoll, of Clinton Country Club trailed closely behind with an 83, while Toftrees’ George Williams carded a round of 86.

Twenty-three golfers tested their skills in the 70-to-79 age group bringing back plenty of excellent scores. Robert McNutt, of Eagles Mere Country Club, fired a stellar 73 to

share for overall medalist honors and claim his second victory of the year. Jerry Lauchle, of Toftrees, brought in a superb round of 77. Mountain View’s Darrell Early posted an 81; Jack Neal, of Clinton, shot a 96; and Mountain View’s M. Edward Schon posted 97.

In the 80-and-older group, Pete Reasner, of White Deer Golf Club, claimed an impressive fifth victory of the year with an 82. Boyd Mertz, of Bucknell. was a very close second, firing an 85.

The NCPGA makes its next stop Monday, Aug. 28, at Williamsport Country Club with a 1 p.m. shotgun start.

PHILIPSBURG HOLDS HUSBAND/WIFE CHAMPIONSHIP

The Philipsburg Elks Lodge Country Club recently held its husband and wife championship, with two-time winners Randy and Georgiann Way defending their 2016 title by posting a round of 69.

The team of Chip and Tracy Branthoover placed second, a stroke behind of the winners, shooting a 70.

Former three-time winners Bo and Patty Sankey, who posting wins in 2007, 2009 and 2015, finished third with a round of 76. Two teams finished fourth shooting 79s: Max and Cathy Jo Miller and Mike and Gabi Healey.

First-flight winners, shooting a 79, were Scott and Amanda Nelson. They were followed by Nate Lucas and Rian Bender, who posted an 82.

Winning the second flight by 10 strokes was the duo of John White and Mollie Neidrick shooting a 72, while Art Weitoish and Jenn Johnton placed second with an 82.

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VOLUNTEERS FROM recipient charities — including the Ronald McDonald House in Danville — recently helped prep the Penn State Golf Courses for the annual GOH Charity Outing. Pictured, front row, from left, are Brian and Lindsie Wolfe. Back row, from left, are Michael Turlis, Linda Brown, Terry Brown, Renee Gerringer, Jamie Donahue and Artie Gerringer.

Charity event raises more than $99,000 STATE COLLEGE — The recently held Glenn O. Hawbaker Charity Golf Outing brought in more than $99,000 to benefit worthy causes in the area. The event, now in its 27th year, has so far raised more than $1 million for numerous charities.

This year, 285 golfers participated in the tourney.

“Our golf tournament is celebrating 27 years of successful philanthropy,” said GOH president and CEO Dan Hawbaker. “It has been a volunteer effort on the part of GOH employees to benefit many worthy causes across our state. I am happy our company and its people can help these organizations.”

The three primary recipients of this year’s funds were

Ronald McDonald House, Danville; Centre Volunteers in Medicine, State College; and the YMCA, DuBois. Additional recipients included: Huntingdon Regional Fire and Rescue, State College-based Hearts for the Homeless, The Nicholas Wolff Foundation/Camp Victory and The Children’s House/Children’s Advocacy Center in Towanda.

Recipients of the awards send volunteers from their organizations to help operate the tournament.

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The Nittany Lions ranked No. 8 among the nation’s 65 Autonomy Five institutions, according to Yahoo!

Sports. The survey incorporated the final results of the past five Learfield Directors’ Cup rankings. Penn State has finished in the Directors’ Cup Top 10 four times in the past five years, starting with a No. 6 finish in 201213, followed by rankings of 5, 8, 20 and 8, in 201617.

This past year marked the 12th time in the last 24 years that Penn State has posted a Top 10 Directors’ Cup finish.

The only other span when the Nittany Lions had four Top 10 placings in five years came from 1998-99 through 2002-03.

Penn State is one of only nine programs nationwide to have finished in the Top 25 in all 24 Learfield Directors’ Cup final standings.

Penn State was second among Big Ten Conference institutions in the Yahoo! Sports listing, one spot behind Michigan. Ohio State was No. 9, giving the Big Ten three schools in the Top 10, tying the Pac-12 for the most schools in the Top 10.

Since the 2012-13 academic year, Penn State leads all Big Ten schools with eight NCAA Championships, which ranks No. 6 nationally and is the highest total of any school in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast or Midwest. The Nittany Lions have won NCAA titles in men’s and women’s fencing, women’s soccer, women’s volleyball and wrestling since the 2012 fall semester.

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Nittany Lion Club donors boost support for studentathletes by $5.5M

Sheva named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

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ROSEMONT — Penn State women’s soccer midfielder Marissa Sheva was named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week on Aug. 22. This is the first career Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week plaudit for junior Sheva.

In Penn State’s season opener Aug. 18, Sheva tallied her first career two-goal outing to help the Nittany Lions capture a 3-1 victory over the then-No. 8 BYU Cougars.

Penn State closed out the season-opening weekend with a 3-0 win against Hofstra on Aug. 20.

In all, Sheva recorded two goals on three shot attempts over the weekend.

The Nittany Lions begin a two-match road trip Friday, Aug. 25, at Arkansas. The match against the Razorbacks is slated for a 6:30 p.m. start at Razorback Field.

UNIVERSITY PARK — Nittany Lion Club members, during the 2016-17 academic year, again demonstrated why Penn State has the nation’s most passionate and loyal supporters.

More than 23,000 donors committed more than $39 million in philanthropic support for Penn State student-athletes through the annual fund, endowed scholarships, capital projects, the Morgan Academic Center and premium seating during the year ending June 30, 2017.

The total is an increase of approximately $5.5 million over the prior year’s commitments.

“We are grateful for the support of our engaged Nittany Lion Club members in embracing our commitment to providing Penn State student-athletes with the resources they need to achieve comprehensive excellence,” said director of athletics Sandy Barbour. “The Penn State community is so passionate about empowering our amazing student-athletes and creating conditions for their success.”

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics’ annual giving program, the Levi Lamb Fund, grew to $17.2 million this past year, up from $16.2 million during the prior year. The Nittany Lion Club also welcomed 3,450 new members to the organization over the past year. Donors at all giving levels played a critical role in this growth, as those who gave $500 or less collectively contributed more than $3.8 million.

The Levi Lamb Fund makes possible grant-in-aid support for approximately 800 Penn State student-athletes each year and helps ensure comprehensive excellence by generating resources to support operating expenses for all 31 varsity teams.

“We appreciate all the donors whose philanthropy impacted Penn State student-athletes’ educational and competitive experiences over the past year,” said Joe Foley, senior associate athletic director for advancement.

“The young men and women who compete for the Nittany Lions are among the most talented and driven in the world and could not make the most of their Penn State experience without generosity and support from our donors.”

In addition, the Nittany Lion Club received 33 major gift commitments of $100,000 or more during the past year, which included six new commitments of $1 million or more. Major gifts from donors totaling $5.6 million were used to help fund the construction of the new Panzer Stadium for men’s and women’s lacrosse. Panzer Stadium was made possible through the lead gift of $3.55 million from former lacrosse co-captain and 1982 alumnus Ken Panzer and his business partner Jordan Kaplan.

Construction began this month and Panzer Stadium is scheduled to open for competition by the 2018 fall semester.

For more information about joining the Nittany Lion Club, call 1-800-NITTANY or visit www.nittanylionclub. com.

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Barkley, Gesicki named preseason AP All-Americans

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UNIVERSITY PARK — A day after Penn State checked in at No. 6 in the Associated Press Poll, Saquon Barkley and Mike Gesicki garnered preseason First Team All-American nods.

Ohio State center Billy Price and Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell are the only other Big Ten standouts to make the cut Aug. 22. Barkley is joined by LSU’s Derrius Guice in the backfield, while USC star Sam Darnold was named the first team quarterback over defending Heisman winner Lamar Jackson, of Louisville.

Barkley, who’s widely considered a Heisman favorite himself, needs only 1,361 more rushing yards to surpass Evan Royster for Penn State’s all-time record. Gesicki, on the other hand, already broke the program mark for catches and receiving yards by a tight end with 48 for 679 as a junior last fall.

Both should shine during Joe Moorhead’s second year calling the shots, as there’s arguably no better tight end-running back duo in college football.

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Top 10, from page 28 During 2016-17, The Nittany Lions earned the NCAA Championship in wrestling and nine conference titles under the leadership of director of athletics Sandy Barbour. Seven of the conference crowns were Big Ten championships, as the Nittany Lions led all conference institutions by winning titles in seven different sports.

Twenty-one Penn State programs competed in their respective NCAA Championships and the football team won the Big Ten Championship and played in one of the most thrilling Rose Bowls in the game’s illustrious history to boost the total to 22. Twenty-nine Penn State teams overall participated in post-season competition.

Eleven Nittany Lion programs finished No. 10 nationally or higher in their respective NCAA Championship/ Football post-season in 2016-17: wrestling (NCAA champions), women’s lacrosse (NCAA semifinals), men’s volleyball (tied for fifth), men’s hockey (NCAA quarterfinals), football (seventh), men’s gymnastics (tied for seventh), men’s and women’s fencing (seventh), field hockey (tied for ninth), men’s lacrosse (tied for ninth) and women’s indoor track and field (tied for 10th).

STUDENT-ATHLETE 3.14 GPA AMONG ACADEMIC RECORDS IN 2016-17

Nittany Lion student-athletes again shattered numerous academic records this past year, including delivering a 3.14 grade-point average during the spring semester, the highest percentage (66 percent) and number of students earning a 3.0 GPA during the spring semester (495), a record-tying 299 Academic All-Big Ten honorees, 97 Big Ten Distinguished Scholars and 114 graduates this past May. A total of 159 Nittany Lion students graduated in 201617.

For the fifth consecutive year, Penn State student-athletes broke the school record for the number of students with a 3.0 GPA or higher during the spring semester.

Through the efforts of the students and the Morgan Academic Center staff, the number of students earning a 3.0 GPA in the spring semester has risen 9.1 percent the past five years from 450 in 2013 to 495 this past spring.

Five Nittany Lions earned CoSIDA Academic All-America accolades in 2016-17, the school’s highest total since having seven honorees in 2012-13. Penn State’s 198 CoSIDA Academic All-Americans all-time rank No. 4 among Division I institutions.

The Nittany Lions also posted more than 6,200 hours of community engagement during the past year.

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Women’s Corner

Council president reflects on service

By TOMMY BUTLER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — Bellefonte Borough Council President Gay Dunne plans to step down from her position at the end of the year.

Dunne, 77, first joined borough council in 2009 after more than 30 years working at her dermatology practice. “(After retiring) I decided that I would like to be active locally,” said Dunne. “I had not really had that opportunity to do that particular kind of community involvement before and I thought it was a good idea and a good way to direct my energies.

“I was always accustomed to having a pretty structured and involved life in many ways, including outside interests. I thought it would be a fine way to spend several years.”

Over her eight years of service to her community, two of them as council president, Dunne has accomplished many things.

“I have been very interested over the last eight years in participating through the borough’s Parks and Recreation Committee. I’ve been very happy to participate in further maintenance and development of Talleyrand Park and the other parks in the system. That’s been a very happy time, it’s been very gratifying.

“You can see how far the park has come and we hope to have them around for a long time. The park system is really a gem for Bellefonte Borough.”

Dunne also has enjoyed representing Bellefonte Borough on the Spring Creek Watershed Commission. With the commission, Dunne has helped to look after the watershed, setting the water budget and dealing with any problems threatenGAY DUNNE ing the watershed.

“I’ve been representing Bellefonte Borough on the commission for some time. I’ve really enjoyed that because it keeps me in touch with the environment. I’ve been able to further my concern about environmental concerns through working on borough council.”

Over the last couple of years, Dunne has been working in many more areas while acting as council president. She has spent the last two years tackling difficult issues with the council, gathering information and taking in various opinions on how a decision should be made.

One of the biggest challenges has been maintaining infrastructure economically and working with the com-

munity. As part of that, Dunne helped set up a volunteer application in the borough.

“One of my little pet projects has been to develop a volunteer application so that residents can serve as volunteers in various roles with (the borough). That’s gotten off the ground and we’re getting applications to serve on a couple of our authorities and on boards.

“This is going to be a big help to ultimately bring the community into the local government and to give them a voice.”

When asked why she had decided to step down, her answer was simple.

“Well, I’m older,” Dunne said, laughing. “I’m older and I think that’s enough time for somebody in my age group.

I want to give younger people a chance.

“There has been a big turnover in borough council seats, and stepping up to the plate have been six new members over the past two years. We’re absorbing them and I think that’s the direction that we should go, having younger members and not just retired people.

“It’s important to have people who are in their prime of life. Some have children, they have various interests and I think these kinds of people know that the borough council needs to bring reality into the picture and get the viewpoint of the younger person.”

5 health issues could cause infertility in women Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — After deciding to have a baby, most couples want to get pregnant quickly. They may see building a family as a key part of their future. But when it doesn’t happen within just a few months, disappointment can set in.

“About 10 percent of couples aren’t able to conceive after trying to get pregnant for a year or more,” said Dr. Sarah Scott, staff physician in obstetrics and gynecology at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. “This could be a result of female or male fertility problems.”

There are a number of factors that can make getting pregnant more difficult, including age, lifestyle and health issues. Understanding health SARAH SCOTT issues can help you determine if you’re at risk, or understand your treatment options. Here are some common fertility issues that women may see:

ENDOMETRIOSIS

Anywhere from 25 to 50 percent of women who can’t conceive have endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a condition where cells that normally line the uterus grow outside the uterus, most often in the abdomen.

Scientists don’t know exactly what causes infertility in women with endometriosis, but they believe that the inflammation caused by endometriosis may prevent the egg from attaching to the lining of the uterus or moving through the reproductive system.

POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a disorder seen in some women who do not ovulate monthly. Women with PCOS have higher-than-normal levels of hormones called an-

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Researchers don’t know exactly what causes PCOS, but it may be a genetic issue.

PRIMARY OVARIAN INSUFFICIENCY

Primary ovarian insufficiency, also called premature ovarian failure, is when the ovaries stop producing eggs before the age of 40. Often, women with POF don’t have regular menstrual cycles or no menstrual cycle at all.

While the cause is unknown in most cases, research suggests that certain factors play a role.

UTERINE FIBROID TUMORS

Uterine fibroid tumors are benign masses that form from the muscle of the uterus and could change the size of the uterus or the position of the cervix, block the fallopian tubes or affect blood flow to the uterus.

The size and number of fibroids determine which treatment option may be the best.

FALLOPIAN TUBE DAMAGE

The fallopian tubes are the site where sperm and egg meet and then carry the early embryo to the uterus.

When the fallopian tubes are damaged, they can prevent the embryo from reaching its destination.

This type of damage is sometimes a result of pelvic inflammatory disease, which is an infection of the reproductive organs from sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia or gonorrhea. Uterine fibroids and endometriosis can also lead to problems with the fallopian tubes.

Regardless of what is making getting pregnant more difficult, many couples find success with infertility treatment.

“Fertility treatment success rates have increased as technology has advanced. Now, about 50 percent of women under 35 are able to conceive after fertility treatment,” said Scott. “If you have been trying to conceive for a year without success, it’s important to talk to your doctor.”

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A DONATION recently was made to The Holy Name of Mary Academy in Beyin, Ghana, by Beta Xi chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. Pictured, from left, are Marsha Landis, president of Beta Xi chapter; Father Ralph Mensah, founder of the school; and Genevieve Robine, a member Beta Xi chapter.

Women’s honor society assists Ghanaian teachers Gazette staff reports Executive board members of professional educators’ honor society Delta Kappa Gamma’s Beta Xi chapter recently presented a donation to Father Ralph Mensah to support in-service training for teachers at his school in Beyin, a remote village in Ghana.

Mensah is the founder of The Holy Name of Mary Academy in Beyin. The school opened its doors in 2010 and serves students in first through ninth grades. An adjacent building houses a kindergarten and preschool. Students either walk to school, are transported by van from neighboring villages or arrive by canoe.

Genevieve Robine, a retired science teacher from Bellefonte Area School District and a member of Beta Xi chapter, has made two trips to Beyin. She has been instrumental in teaching students to sew, teaching teachers to use reading materials and providing in-service training for science and math teachers.

The materials Robine provided for the school were donated by several organizations, including Delta Kappa Gamma.

Robine will be giving a slide show presentation on her recent trip to Beyin at 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 9, at Mount Nittany United Methodist Church in Lemont. A turkey dinner will precede the presentation, and any interested woman educator is invited to attend.

Reservations can be made by contacting Gina Motter at gmm12@scasd.org.

Delta Kappa Gamma is a professional honor society for women educators with approximately 85,000 members worldwide.

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Center for Women Students changes name to Gender Equity Center Penn State News UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State’s Center for Women Students is now the Gender Equity Center. The new name better reflects its diverse services and the students it serves. The decision was made after extensive discussions among staff, student groups and community partners, as well as research and benchmarking regarding similar institutions.

All center services and programs will remain the same, but the name change will best communicate that the center is open to all students and provides opportunities for the entire community to work together to achieve gender equity.

The center, which is part of Student Affairs, provides free and confidential counseling and advocacy to all students impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, body image concerns and more. It also offers educational programming throughout the year, including classroom and group presentations and noteworthy speakers.

“The decision to change the name was not easy and we took this task incredibly seriously,” said Peggy Lorah, interim assistant vice president of diversity and inclusion for Student Affairs.

“The center was originally founded in 1985 at the request of women students who sought a need to build an entity that supported women students in particular.

When considering changing the name of the center, we worked to respect the cen-

ter’s founding mission and devise a way that all our services and programs would continue to support students yet also reflect the inclusiveness and sense of community of the center.”

After numerous conversations with students revealed confusion about what the center provided and who could use the services, benchmarking with other institutions across the country revealed a trend toward name changes that reflect a shared commitment to advancing gender equity. After consulting with numerous student groups and members of specific populations, the decision was made to incorporate Gender Equity Center as the center’s new name.

To celebrate the Gender Equity Center, a kickoff celebration will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, at the HUB-Robeson Center ground floor stage. The celebration will feature information about the office, music and cake.

People also will be able to donate non-perishable food items to benefit the Lion’s Pantry. That evening, the Gender Equity Center will host Guardian US columnist and feminist activist Jessica Valenti at 6:30 in the HUB-Robeson Center’s Heritage Hall. Valenti’s talk is free and open to the public.

The Gender Equity Center continues to be located in 204 Boucke Building. The center’s email address is genderequity@ psu.edu and students, faculty and staff can visit the new website at www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/genderequity.

Manage the symptoms of menopause StatePoint.net Menopause is often associated with troublesome symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings, yet even more serious health issues, including heart disease, may be part of this life stage.

The North American Menopause Society estimates that 6,000 U.S. women reach menopause every day. That amounts to more than 2 million per year.

“Women experience a number of changes during menopause due to shifting hormones and lower levels of estrogen,” said Dr. Fred Pescatore, a natural health physician and author. “Hot flashes, night sweats and fatigue can interfere with everyday activities. These symptoms can be severe and can occur for several years as the body adjusts to the reduced level of estrogen.

“We know that fluctuating hormones can also contribute to increased risk of heart disease and it’s important to take steps to manage that risk during menopause.”

According to Pescatore, there are several ways for women to manage menopause symptoms and heart health risks: ■ Start with your diet.

A healthy lifestyle typically starts with a nutritious diet and this becomes even more important during menopause.

“For women experiencing menopause symptoms, I recommend adopting a diet filled with more vegetables, lean protein, nuts and seeds to support a healthier life-

style and a healthier heart,” said Pescatore.

■ Stick with an exercise routine.

One of the best things you can do to help your body and mind adjust to shifting hormone levels during menopause is to maintain an active lifestyle.

“Just 30 minutes of cardio each day can really make a difference. Get moving. Try taking a brisk walk or a bike ride. You can even do things in your own home, like jumping jacks,” said Pescatore.

■ Add a supplement.

A new peer-reviewed clinical study shows that daily supplementation with the super-antioxidant pycnogenol can help reduce the symptoms of menopause and the related heart disease risk factors.

“This study shows the effectiveness of pycnogenol in alleviating perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats and reducing key cardiovascular risk factors like high blood pressure,” said Pescatore.

This new study further expands on previous research conducted on hundreds of patients that showed the benefits of pycnogenol for minimizing common, disruptive symptoms of menopause including night sweats, hot flashes, depression, anxiety and memory problems by supporting vascular relaxation, which allows the body to rid itself of excess heat.

“Pycnogenol is one of the most studied ingredients on the market with decades of research showing the benefits of this natural extract for a variety of health applications,” according to Pescatore.

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Leader selected for newly named vice provost position Penn State News UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State has announced that Kathleen Bieschke, a department head in the College of Education and professor of education in counseling psychology, is the university’s new vice provost for faculty affairs.

Bieschke succeeds Blannie Bowen, who retired after a nearly 30-year career at the university. With the hiring of Bieschke as the new vice provost, the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs has changed its name to the Office KATHLEEN of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs to BIESCHKE better reflect its focus and scope.

Since joining Penn State, Bieschke has served in various academic and administrative capacities, including in her recent position as interim dean of the Schreyer Honors College and current position as head of the Department of Education Psychology, Counseling and Special Education. In that department, she oversees resident and online instruction and leads the CEDAR Clinic, a facility for clinical practicum in the counselor education master’s and doctoral programs that provides services to children, adolescents and young adults.

In addition to her teaching duties, Bieschke served as professor-in-charge of the Child Maltreatment and Advocacy Studies minor, which launched in 2015, and administrative fellow to Robert Pangborn, then interim executive vice president and provost, during the 2012-13 academic year.

“For nearly 15 years, Kathy has been an innovative and respected member of the university community, serving as a professor, department head and, most recently, interim dean,” said Nick Jones, executive vice president and provost. “We are fortunate to have a professional of Kathy’s caliber as our first vice provost for faculty affairs. It is a vital role in which she will excel.”

As vice provost, Bieschke will oversee the many facets of faculty affairs across Penn State’s campuses, including the promotion and tenure process, and work closely with deans, campus chancellors, department heads, faculty committees and the university’s Office of General Counsel.

She will serve as a member of the President’s Council and Academic Leadership Council, and as a liaison to the University Faculty Senate and the Big Ten Academic Alliance’s Academic Leadership Program.

While overseeing sabbatical leave requests, executive searches, administrative evaluations and orientation sessions for new faculty, Bieschke also will manage several leadership and faculty development activities, including the Academic Leadership Forum and the selection processes for the Penn State Laureate and President’s Award for Excellence in Academic Integration.

“I’m honored to be selected as Penn State’s vice provost for faculty affairs. Like my predecessor, Dr. Blannie Bowen, I will be dedicated and committed to ensuring that Penn State is a place where all faculty members have the opportunity to thrive,” said Bieschke. “I look forward to helping to set the university’s course for best preparing its faculty and future leaders for the challenges facing the field of higher education and, in particular, Penn State.”

Along with teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, Bieschke is a member of various committees, including the university strategic plan’s Advancing the Arts and Humanities Executive Committee and the executive team for the Center for Collegiate Mental Health, a collaborative practice-research network comprised of more than 400 college counseling centers.

Bieschke has published extensively during her career, and serves on the editorial boards of several journals, including Training and Education in Professional Psychology. Her professional affiliations include the American Psychological Association and the Council of Counseling Psychology Training Programs. She also served as a member of the APA’s Commission on Accreditation.

For her dedication and accomplishments in the field of psychology, Bieschke received the Lifetime Contribution to Education and Training in Counseling Psychology Award from the Council of Counseling Psychology Training Programs, Outstanding Publication in Counseling Psychology Supervision Award from the American Psychological Association, and the Outstanding Service Award from the Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Equity at Penn State.

She earned both her Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and Master of Science degree in clinical psychology from Illinois State University, and her doctorate in counseling psychology from Michigan State University.

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ADRI to kick off fall ‘Dialogues’ series

By TARA CAIMI Penn State News

UNIVERSITY PARK — Mark B. Stephens, professor in the Penn State College of Medicine, will kick off the 2017-18 Arts and Design Research Incubator lunchtime “Dialogues” series Tuesday, Aug. 29, with “We Wear the Mask: Art and Identity Formation in Higher Education.” He will discuss the use of mask-making to address identity formation in professional communities.

The dialogues, which take place from noon to 1 p.m. in the ADRI, located in 16 Borland Building, explore the interdisciplinary space in arts research.

As a physician, Stephens said he is interested in the visual arts as a form of reflective expression within the context of medical education.

MARK B. STEPHENS, a professor in the College of Medicine, will present “We Wear the Mask: Art and Identity Formation in Higher Education” from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 29 in 16 Borland Building.

“Specifically, I use mask-making to explore identity formation in teachers and students,” he said.

Additional dialogues throughout the fall semester will include: ■ “The State of Arts Research at Penn State and Beyond,” Tuesday, Sept. 12 Presented by Andrew Schulz, associate dean for research and associate professor of art history, College of Arts and Architecture.

This talk will situate various integrative arts-based research initiatives — the ADRI, Center for Arts and Design Pedagogy, Arts Entrepreneurship, the Woskob Family Gallery and the Borland Project Space — within the broader national and international landscape.

■ “Telling the Microbiome Story,” Tuesday, Sept. 26 ADRI, Page 34

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DirecTV, Sling TV offer professor’s popular PBS film Penn State News UNIVERSITY PARK — DirecTV and Sling TV have made available Penn State assistant professor Boaz Dvir’s “A Wing and a Prayer,” the critically acclaimed film that aired on PBS stations around the country the past two years.

Named Best Documentary at the 2016 Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, “A Wing and a Prayer” tells the little-known story of World War II aviators who risked their lives and U.S. citizenships in 1948 to prevent what they viewed as a second Holocaust.

“It speaks to the power of ‘A Wing and a Prayer’s’ storytelling that it’s being offered on a platform usually reserved for more recent, bigger-budget releases,” said Joshua K. Carpenter, head of global acquisition and sales at Green Apple Entertainment. The film distribution company also released another award-winning Dvir documentary, “Jessie’s Dad.” “A Wing and a Prayer,” narrated by actor William Baldwin, features firsthand accounts of daring escapes and heart-pounding action. Dvir secured exclusive interviews with the operation’s leaders, including mastermind Al Schwimmer, chief pilot Sam Lewis and Christian crew leader Eddie Styrak. Their tell-all interviews provide rich

detail about a group of Jews and Christians who helped reshape history, yet have been forgotten by history books.

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umentary “tells the story of how a few idealists effected change despite great obstacles.”

“A Wing and a Prayer” has screened in prestigious venues around the world, including the Center for Jewish History in Manhattan, the Library Film Festival in Jaipur, India, and the Columbia University Global Center in Paris.

In his review of the film for 20th Century Aviation Magazine, J.R. Hafer wrote, “Dvir succeeds in bringing an obscure but signal period of history out of the shadows.”

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Students offered 15 percent off CPA tickets Penn State News

“We enthusiastically welcome Penn State students to the center’s performances and are excited that, on average, onethird of our audiences are students,” said center director George Trudeau.

“We’re pleased to be able to provide students tickets for most presentations for the very reasonable price of $15. Broadway show ticket prices are negotiated with the producers, so we don’t have as much flexibility, but we are still pleased that Penn State students receive the best prices for Broadway and all CPA presentations.”

A valid Penn State identification card is required to purchase tickets at the University Park student price. Each eligible student may buy one discounted ticket per event per ID. Those who wish to sit together should purchase their tickets at the same time.

For more information, visit www.cpa. psu.ed.

UNIVERSITY PARK —From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30, at Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State students can save an additional 15 percent on already-discounted tickets for Center for the Performing Arts’ performances. A grant from the University Park Student Fee Board makes the discount possible.

Performances will take place September through April in Eisenhower and Schwab auditoriums. Student tickets normally priced at $15 will cost $12.75 on the sale day, touring Broadway production tickets will cost $42.50 and $34.85, and admission to a concert featuring cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Kathryn Stott will cost $61.20 and $52.70.

The 2017-2018 season features 24 presentations, including Montreal-style cirque, jazz, musical theater, world music, dance troupes and classical ensembles.

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Presented by Carolee Bull, head of the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology and interim director of the Penn State Microbiome Centre; Joyce Sakamoto, research associate, entomology; and Cynthia White, media artist, research associate, ADRI This presentation and discussion will highlight how these researchers began, as well as the process by which they continue, collaborations on a project called Interspecies Microbial Migrations, a documentary film-driven research inquiry investigating the pathways in which microbes move from animals to humans.

They will discuss topics from initial project design, to the inherent ethical and procedural considerations involved, along with the basic challenges of engaging in these collaborations.

■ “Image and Text Visualization Methods for Research and Creative Practice,” Tuesday, Oct. 10 Presented by Eduardo Navas, assistant professor of new media, School of Visual Arts.

Navas will discuss his research on remix consisting of methods and theories of data patterns of communication that are relevant across disciplines. An emphasis of his research is to examine how particular information or content is recycled, repurposed and recombined, and how this leads to new forms of creativity and innovation.

This presentation is complemented by a series of workshops in which participants will be able to explore the possibilities of data visualization and analytics for research and creative practice.

■ “Matters of Design in Making for the Masses,” Tuesday, Oct. 17 Presented by Aaron Knochel, assistant professor of art education, School of Visual Arts; Tom Lauerman, assistant professor of art, School of Visual Arts; Nicholas Meisel, assistant professor of engineering design and mechanical engineering, School of Engineering Design; Bart Pursel, assistant director, Teaching and Learning with Technology; Marcus Shaffer, associate professor, Stuckeman School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture; and Timothy Simpson, Paul Morrow Professor in Engineering Design and Manufacturing, Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering.

This panel will review the ongoing development of “Making for the Masses,” which brings together art, architecture and engineering faculty to design and coteach an undergraduate course that deals with creativity, design and making.

Panelists will focus on aspects of design from across disciplines and in the larger world of making, especially as it relates to the democratization of design. Panelists will review how methodologies in design thinking are implemented through the curriculum.

■ “A Post-Digital Future: Definitions, Implications, and Questions,” Tuesday, Oct. 24 Presented by Ann Clements, associate professor of music education, School of

Music.

The term “post-digital” has been used by various disciplines to draw attention to the changing relationship between digital technology and human social and artistic practices.

This presentation explores multiple definitions and uses of the term “post-digital” in several disciplines, including music, arts and design, architecture, business, marketing, media and film studies, and education, and argues that its use reflects a paradigm shift and a new era in these fields. This shift has specific implications for the future practice of arts creation and education, including the impact of digital cleanliness and ease of production, the growing hybridity of digital and traditional art making, and the influence of digital technology on human artistic practice.

■ “Wearing Multiple Hats in the Science-Art World,” Tuesday, Oct. 31 Presented by Julia Buntaine, visual artist, director/EIC of SciArt Center and Magazine, innovator-in-residence at Rutgers University.

This talk will provide an overview of Buntaine’s neuroscience-based artwork, as well as cover her efforts to cultivate a third culture at large through teaching, publishing and organizational activities.

■ “Sonifications of Oxygen and Temperature Data in the Ocean: Creating a ‘Data Stethoscope’,” Tuesday, Nov. 7 Presented by Mark Ballora, professor of music technology, School of Music.

Ballora will discuss a project he will be embarking on with Karen Wishner, professor of oceanography at the University of Rhode Island. “Sonifications of Oxygen and Temperature Data in the Ocean: Creating a ‘Data Stethoscope’ to Detect the Ocean’s Vital Signs” will involve the creation of a “data stethoscope” to translate into sound measurements of temperature, oxygen and biomass collected from the ocean’s depths.

The sonifications may reveal interactions between biological and physical properties of the ocean’s oxygen-minimum zones that are not evident through visual graphs alone.

■ “Mindfulness Training for Health,” Tuesday, Nov. 14, noon to 1:30 p.m. (dialogue and workshop) Presented by J. David Creswell, associate professor of psychology, Carnegie Mellon University.

This workshop will introduce mindfulness training as a tool for improving mental and physical health. We will discuss theory and explore practical approaches for practicing mindfulness, consider the scientific evidence for mindfulness training effects on health, and evaluate new research indicating how mindfulness training might get under the skin to influence our brain and physiology for health.

The ADRI provides support for high-impact arts and design research projects.

For more information and to view the full listing of dialogues, workshops and events, visit www.adri.psu.edu, or connect with ADRI on Facebook at www. facebook.com/PennStateADRI.

WPSU PENN STATE Screening at the State Theatre

THE VIETNAM WAR

Documentary series by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick.

A TIME TO HEAL

WPSU documentary of the war from a Pennsylvania viewpoint.

Thursday • 8.31.2017 • 6:30 p.m.

The State Theatre, State College PA Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Panel discussion following the screenings.

Admission is free; registration strongly encouraged.

Visit wpsu.org/vietnamwarscreenings Major corporate support for A TIME TO HEAL is provided by Zippo Manufacturing Company; and Thomas F. Songer II and Sara Hine Songer. Additional Support provided by WETA.

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AROUND & IN TOWN WHAT’S HAPPENING To be included in What’s Happening, submit your events by Wednesday one week prior to publication to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail information to The Centre County Gazette, ATTN: What’s Happening, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801.

ONGOING

Bookmobile — Centre County Library Bookmobile is a fully accessible library on wheels. Look for it in your community and join Miss Laura for story times, songs and fun.

Visit www.centrecountylibrary.org.

Safety checks — Free car seat safety checks are performed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Mount Nittany Health Boalsburg, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. Call (814) 466-7921.

Children’s activity — Literacy-enriching activities for toddlers featuring books and music are held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Monday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte.

Children’s activity — A story time featuring songs, rhymes, finger plays and crafts for kids ages 2 to 5 is held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Monday at Centre Hall Area Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall.

Performance — Visitors are welcome to view the Nittany Knights practice at 7:15 p.m. every Monday at South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Visit www.nittanyknights. org.

Club — The Schlow Knitting Club meets at 5:30 p.m. every first and third Monday. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org.

Club — The Centre Region Model Investment Club meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the second Monday of every month in the Mazza Room at the South Hills Business School, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Call (814) 234-8775 or contact cr20mic@aol.com.

Support group — The Bellefonte chapter of the Compassionate Friends Support Group, for bereaved families and friends following the death of a child, holds a meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. the second Monday of every month at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 134 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte. Contact Peg Herbstritt at (814) 353-4526 or mherb162@gmail.com.

Market — The Boalsburg Farmer’s Market, featuring local fresh produce, cheeses, baked goods, meats and more, is open from 2 to 6 p.m. every Tuesday at the Boalsburg Military Museum park, 51 Boal Ave., Boalsburg.

Children’s activity — Children can improve reading skills by reading with Faolin, a trained therapy dog, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. every Tuesday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Register for 20-minute sessions by calling (814) 355-1516 or visiting the library.

Support group — A drug and alcohol support meeting for families struggling with loved ones’ addictions is held at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Watermarke Church, 116 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 571-1240.

Meeting — The Centre County Advisory Council to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission holds a meeting the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., State College. Meetings can also be broadcast to laptops and iOS or Android devices, or participants can join by phone. Call (814) 689-9081.

Support group — The Narcotics Anonymous “Open Arms” group meets at 8 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 145 W. Linn St., Bellefonte.

Meeting — The State College Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at the Hotel State College, 100 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www. statecollegesunriserotary.org.

Children’s activity — “Book Babies,” featuring interactive singing, reading and movement for babies 1 and younger, meets at 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte.

Children’s activity — A pre-K story time featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs and rhymes is held at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte.

Children’s activity — A story time featuring related activities and interaction with peers for preschool-aged children is held at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meetings — The Nittany Baptist Church holds master’s clubs for children ages 3 to 11 and small groups for teens and adults at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the church, 3939 S. Atherton St, State College. Visit www. nittanybaptist.org.

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Healing circle — A healing circle will be held from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at Inspired Holistic Wellness, 111 S. Spring St., Bellefonte.

Contact Beth Whitman at beth@inspiredholisticwellness. com or (814) 883-0957.

Meeting — The Nittany Mineralogical Society meets at 6:45 p.m. for a social hour and 7:45 p.m. for the main program the third Wednesday of each month, except June, July and December, in Penn State’s Earth and Engineering Science Building. All are welcome to attend; parents must supervise minors. Visit www.nittanymineral. org.

Thrift shop — The State College Woman’s Club Thrift Shop will be having “Open Thursdays” from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 902 S. Allen St., State College. Call (814) 238-2322.

Meeting — The Hooks and Needles Club for knitters meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. every Thursday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte.

Children’s activity — A Lego club exploring block play and other activities that address topics in science, technology, engineering, art and math is held at 3:30 p.m. every Thursday at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte.

Community meal — A free hot meal is served from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Community Cafe, 208 W. Foster Ave., State College.

Children’s activity — Activities and presentations for children in grades kindergarten through sixth are held from 6 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg.

Meeting — The Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Old Gregg School, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call (814) 4227667.

Meeting — The Centre Knitters Guild meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at the Patton Township building, 100 Plaza Drive, State College.

Meeting — The State College Toastmasters meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Mission Critical Partners, 690 Gray’s Woods Blvd., Port Matilda. Visit www.statecollege Meeting — PARSE meets at noon on the third Thursday of each month, except for June, July and August, at Hoss’s, 1459 N. Atherton St., State College.

Pet adoption — Nittany Beagle Rescue holds an adoption event from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday at Petco, 40 Colonnade Way, State College. Call (814) 6924369.

Pet adoption — A kitten and cat adoption event is held from 2 to 8:30 p.m. every Saturday at Petco, 40 Colonnade Way, State College. Call (814) 238-4758.

Tours — Tours are offered 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays at Eagle Ironworks at Curtin Village, 251 Curtin Village Road, Howard. Visit www. curtinvillage.com.

Community sing — Rise Up Singing, a community singing group, meets from 4 to 6 p.m. the third Sunday of the month at the State College Friends Meeting, 611 E. Prospect St., State College.

LIMITED-TIME

Book donations — AAUW State College is accepting books during its summer hours — 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Fridays — at 176 Technology Drive, Boalsburg. Donations also may be made 24/7 at bins. Proceeds from the May 2018 book sale will advance equity for women and girls through local programs and scholarships.

Exhibition — “Unraveling the Threads of History,” featuring examples of 19th-century samplers from Centre County and afar, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays, through Sept. 24, at Centre Furnace Mansion, 1001 E. College Ave. Visit www. centrehistory.org.

Tours — Guided tours of Boal Mansion and Columbus Chapel will be held from 1:30 to 5 p.m., Tuesdays through Sundays through October, at Boal Mansion, 163 Boal Estate Drive, Boalsburg. Visit www.boalmuseum.com or call (814) 466-6210.

Program — The Spring Creek Chapter of the Veterans Service Program assists veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life by involving fly fishing instruction from 1 to 5 p.m. on the second and fourth Sundays of each month through November. There is no charge, and all equipment, a license and lunch are provided.

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THU. 8/24, FRI. 8/25 & SAT. 8/26

THURSDAY, AUG. 24

Baseball — The State College Spikes take on West Virginia at 7:05 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

FRIDAY, AUG. 25

Performance — The Rick Hirsch Duo will perform from 6 to 8 p.m. at Big Spring Spirits, 1 Match Factory Place, Bellefonte. Admission is free.

Baseball — The State College Spikes take on Willamsport at 7:05 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

Movie — The film “Ghost” will be shown at dusk at Tussey Mountain. Gates open at 8 p.m.; admission is free.

Event — The Central PA Observers’ public skywatch will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., weather permitting, at Tudek Park, 400 Herman Drive, Ferguson Township.

SATURDAY, AUG. 26

Fundraiser — A garage sale benefit sponsored by United Methodist Women at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of McAllister Stree and East College Avenue, State College.

Event — A fly-in will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Mid-State Regional Airport, 451 Airport Road, Philipsburg. The event includes breakfast, a military ceremony and a light lunch at noon. Proceeds benefit the Nittany Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol.

Event — A sampling of tailgating food will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at Tait Farm Harvest Shop, 1 Tait Road, Centre Hall. Admission is free. Call (814) 466-3411.

Baseball — The State College Spikes take on Willamsport at 7:05 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

SUNDAY, AUG. 27

Event — The Centre County Historical Society will host an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Boogersburg One Room School, 1021 Fox Hill Road, State College. Admission is free.

Performance — The free South Hills’ 2017 Music Picnic Series presents Zeropoint Big Band beginning at 5 p.m. at the school’s main campus, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and a picnic supper; refreshments also will be available for purchase. Music starts at 6 p.m. Free parking and restrooms are available. Call (814) 234-7755 or (814) 278-1990.

Baseball — The State College Spikes take on Willamsport at 7:05 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

Performance — The Penn State School of Music faculty will perform select vocal works at 7:30 p.m. at 110 Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free.

MONDAY, AUG. 28

Ceremony — The Borough of State College will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon for the opening of the Dr. Martin Luther Jr. Plaza., South Fraser Street between West College and West Beaver avenues.

Meeting — The State College Volleyball League’s will hold a meeting/information session at 6 p.m. at the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., State College.

Individuals, groups and full teams are invited to attend.

Visit www.scvolley.org.

TUESDAY, AUG. 29

Event — The LION (Living in One Neighborhood) Bash community resource fair and block party will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. in the 100 and 200 blocks of South Allen Street.

— Compiled by Gazette staff

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Business

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RJ Lee Group expands into Centre County Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County recently joined with officials from Penn State University and RJ Lee Group Inc. to announce the company’s expansion into Centre County, according to a press release.

RJ Lee Group, an analytical laboratory and scientific consulting firm, signed a research and development memorandum of understanding with the university and inked a long-term lease for space at Innovation Park.

Initially, the company will conduct lab work for its customers, including United Kingdom-based Morgan Advanced Materials, at its Carbon Science Center of Excellence, which will be housed at 310 Innovation Park.

It plans to employ 10 full-time scientists and technicians, including some local hires and some employees relocated from the corporate office.

RJ Lee Group founder and president Dr. Richard Lee said the company also plans to engage with the community, contributing to the local economy and focusing on partnership opportunities as it grows its analytical operations here.

“We want to engage with industry in the region, particularly startup and grow-

ing businesses — companies that want to partner in a commercialization arrangement in order to bring their new technologies to the marketplace,” Lee said.

The company plans to develop its own new technologies, which could potentially lead to new facilities and additional job creation in the county.

“RJ Lee Group has a long history of developing and commercializing technology, including the first automated scanning electron microscope and the standardized test kit for gunpowder residue detection,” said David Crawford, the company’s vice president of government services.

“Looking ahead, we are developing technologies such as ISETS, a bomb threat detection technology, and SEAMS, a big data integration technology developed under (Department of Defense) funding. We anticipate creating 25 to 30 additional jobs over the next three years as we commercialize these and related products and software.”

As the single point of contact for the collective community as outlined in the economic development memorandum, the CBICC, working with its Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders, assists companies on a variety of fronts.

“In this case, we are helping RJ Lee Group foster relationships with local cor-

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NEIL SHARKEY, Penn State’s vice president of research, left, and Richard Lee, president of RJ Lee Group, shake hands after signing a memorandum of understanding to expand and strengthen their long-term collaboration. porate partners in a mutually beneficial way. We are proud to support this project, and look forward to a positive working

relationship with RJ Lee Group now and in the future,” said CBICC president and CEO Vern Squier.

SPE announces Startup’s approach to sports coverage might be a winning formula changes to board Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — SPE Federal Credit Union recently announced that Wendy Vinhage and Bradley P. Lunsford have joined the SPE board of directors.

Vinhage is the executive director of the Centre County nonprofit Interfaith Human Services. A graduate of the University of West Florida and Florida State University, she joined IHS after serving for four years at Skills of Central Pennsylvania and two years at the Juniata Valley Council of the Boy Scouts of America Vinhage serves as the secretary for the State College Downtown Rotary Club and as co-vice president of membership for the State College chapter of the American Association of University Women. She also participates in Centre Foundation’s Giving Circle and 100 Women Who Care.

Lunsford, a retired Centre County judge, is a graduate of Penn State University and Duquesne University School of Law. He served as magisterial district judge and a judge of the court of common pleas from 1996 through 2016, and also was as an adjunct professor of law at Penn State for 20 years.

Lunsford is actively involved in various community-based organizations and has recently become a board member of Hearts 4 Homeless, serving as treasurer. He was the founding member of the Centre County Children’s Advocacy Center. He and his wife, Susan, live in Ferguson Township.

“We are thrilled to welcome Wendy and Brad to the SPE board of directors and we are confident their backgrounds will be an asset to the credit union,” said Michael Meier, CEO of SPE. SPE board members who were recently appointed as officers include: John Switalski, board chairman; Richard Harris, vice chairman; Jeff VanHorn, treasurer; Jim Rushing, assistant treasurer; and Larry Beahm, secretary.

In addition to the newly elected members and the newly appointed officers, also serving on the board are Mark Bamat, Gloria Carbaugh, Phyllis Favorite and Jay Muir.

SPE’s board is made of members who lend their expertise to help guide the direction and mission of the credit union.

SPE Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, notfor-profit financial institution serving more than 10,000 members in Centre and Huntingdon counties. It provides a broad range of services including checking and saving accounts, auto loans, mortgages, credit cards and small business services.

DAVID M. MASTOVICH

Whether you’re a sports fan or not, you’ve been impacted by sports throughout your life.

For generations, media and news organizations were created and managed as a result of the games people play.

Sports coverage — especially local sports in small to mid-size communities — has been one of the main drivers of circulation and advertising sales for newspapers.

Historically, mid- to small-market newspapers were built by sports coverage combined with local news.

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Mastovich is Then the Internet hit, and newspresident of papers struggled to adapt and surMASSolutions Inc. vive.

For more Sports and news talk exploded. information, Social media took off. Opinions were visit www.mas everywhere, leading to a glut of outsolutions.biz. lets and commentators, or whatever you want to call them.

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reductions. To put this in sports jargon, when there are winners, there also are losers.

This year, big name sports news outlets such as ESPN, FOX Sports, Sports Illustrated and Bleacher Report all cut staff.

Local sports coverage in small and mid-size markets has suffered from budget cuts for years.

Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann saw that as an opportunity for their sports news site, The Athletic, a San Francisco startup positioned as an alternative to the clutter.

There are no ads, because it’s a subscription-based model priced at $40 per year.

Their coverage and service is focused on “super” sports fans, of which there are many.

The Athletic currently focuses on four markets: Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit and Toronto. But, you can bet that they’ll be trying to branch out to other sports crazed markets, such as Pittsburgh.

Mather and Hansmann have no journalism experience, but both understand business, specifically marketing.

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DEED TRANSFERS The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by the Centre County recorder of deeds Joseph Davidson.

The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, the Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information.

RECORDED JULY 31 TO AUG. 8 BELLEFONTE BOROUGH

Robert J. Rogers and Karen L. Rogers, 987 Shady Lane, Bellefonte, $230,000 John E. Keeler and Teresa A. Keeler to John D. Holst and Maria Alicia Vetter, 1252 Pine Circle, Bellefonte, $285,000 Thomas E. Yakich Estate and Mary Alice McMurtrie to Thomas J. Martin, 371 E. Howard St., Bellefonte, $139,900 Linda L. Walker, Karen M. Davis, Larry W. Ripka, Kathy S. Mills, Thomas W. Ripka and Todd A. Ripka to Eugene J. Gamble, 460 Blanchard St., Bellefonte, $75,000 William L. Ripka and Darlene Ann Ripka to Michael C. Immel and Tara Immel, 213 E. Lamb St., Bellefonte, $135,200 Thomas H. Mensch and Polly N. Mensch to Christine Henfling, 1265 Fairview Drive, Bellefonte, $225,000 Daniel E. Crust and Anita J. Crust to Daniel E. Crust and Anita J. Crust, 521 E. Linn St., Bellefonte, $1

BURNSIDE TOWNSHIP

George T. Holt Jr. and Sally D. Holt to George T. Holt Jr. and Sally D. Holt, 245 Reservoir Lane, Karthaus, $1

CENTRE HALL BOROUGH

Douglas E. Homan and Vicki J. Homan to Crossman Enterprises LLC, 409 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall, $330,000

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP

Stearns Boal LP to GEM Homebuilders Inc., 120 Pepperberry Lane, State College, $115,000 Stearns Boal LP to GEM Homebuilders Inc., 140 Pepperberry Lane, State College, $115,000 Bradford A. Bouley and Tarrah C. Hartley to Eric P. Overdurf and Brianna J. Overdurf, 116 Boalsburg Road, Lemont, $268,000 United States of America to David G. Peachey and Rachel L. Peachey, 210 Limerock Road, State College, $152,000 Herbert C. Graves III and Nancy G. Graves to Kenneth O. Lindquist and Mary Alice Lindquist, 205 Village Heights Drive, State College, $567,000 Fieldstone Investors Group LLC to S & A Homes, 152 Mansfield St., State College, $170,000 Watoga Investments LLC to Gregory E. Palmer and Nikolee Byers, 301 Hunter Ave., State College $270,000 Evan T. Johnstone to Evan T. Johnstone to Jonathan E. Johnstone, 336 First Ave., Lemont, $1 Jane L. Frank Estate and Gary L. Frank, executor, to Gary L. Frank, 435 Summit Road, State College, $1 Roderick S. Thomas and Lorella G. Thomas to Rachel R. Thomas, 110 Scenery Court, State College, $1 BHL Partnership and Steve Hackman Builders to Justin Shwartz and Gina Christine Lafrazza, 155 Meadowseet Drive, State College, $745,000 S&A Homes Inc. to Peter M. Austin and Stefanie R. Austin, $416,520 I-Regen LLC to I-Regen LLC, Houserville Road, State College, $1

Andrew R. Bricker and Kristi M. Bricker to Matthew v. Nelson and Kelly L. Nelson, 222 Creekside Drive, State College, $217,000

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP

Jessica L. Young to Jonathan C. Ludwig, 778 W. Aaron Drive, State College, $193,000 Lanny B. Sommese to Gregory T. Kline and Carolyn E. Kline, 152 Gala Drive, State College, $215,000 Matthew Pantano and Emma Pantano to Benjamin Beck and Rebecca Beck, 120 E. Pine Grove Road, Pine Grove Mills, $202,000 James D. Scanlon III to Dustin J. Buckley and Molly M. Buckley, 1027 W. Beaver Ave., State College, $242,000 David M. Sylvia and Jeanne E. Sylvia to Miranda P. Kaye, David H. Kaye and Nancy P. Kaye, 1115 Woodberry Circle, State College, $476,000 S&A Homes Inc. to Jingzhi Huang and Lily Feng, 109 Red Willow Road, State College, $312,581 Matthew N. Meyer and Maria A. Meyer to Soo-Yong Byun and Jungeun Lee, 2467 Setter Run Lane, State College, $430,000

HAINES TOWNSHIP

Derek G. Hart to Ethan K. Strouse and Kyla L. Strouse, 241 W. North St., Aaronsburg, $43,600

HALFMOON TOWNSHIP

Jeremiah W. Montgomery and Elizabeth Montgomery to Stewart M. Hung, 110 Stonerow Lane, Port Matilda, $220,000

HARRIS TOWNSHIP

Staiano Family Trust, Edward F. Staiano Trust, Janet S. Staiano Trust and Eva Staiano Thomashefski Trust to John Mauro and Yihong Mauro, 132 Aspen Drive, State College, $670,000 Georgia Carol Fink, Bonnie Kay Reppert, Hiram Ralph Reppert, John Ralph Jessop-Ellis, Mark David Jessop-Ellis, Deborah Anne More and Dominick Gregor More to Georgia C. Fink, 220 W. Pine St., State College, $1 Trubuild LLC, Oleg Tolmachev and Victoria Tolmachev to Michael Lynn Pate and Mirande Lenee Pate, 814 Outer Drive, State College, $378,824 Traci L. Sampsell, Traci L. Loner and Nicky K. Loner to Ryan Keiser and McKenzi Keiser, 1425 Estate Drive, Boalsburg, $235,000 Casey E. McHenry and Kristi S. McHenry to Michael Scott Freeman and Dana R. Irwin, 911 Boal Ave., Boalsburg, $140,000 James Plock and Sheila Plock to Laszlo Kulcsar and Rozalia Horvath, 1460 Willowbrook Drive, $385,000 Charles T. Aikens III, Susan B. Aikens, Ruth Marr Aikens Revocable Trust, Caran S. Aikens and Randolph G. Aikens to Galen Limited Partnership, Route 322, Boalsburg, $600,000

Drew W. Smith, 103 Darrell St., Milesburg, $120,000 Gertrude M. Houser to Dennis R. Hackenberg and Linda S. Hackenburg, 408 Wagner St., Milesburg, $50,000 Samuel K. Esh and Catherine A. Esh to Timothy S. Esh and Sally D. Esh, 6325 Brush Valley Road, Rebersburg, $1

MILLHEIM BOROUGH

Joseph I. Ewaskiewicz and Elizabeth Ewaskiewicz to Joseph I. Ewaskiewicz, 102 Race St., Millheim, $1

PATTON TOWNSHIP

Raymond M. Sage and Richard Roland to Michael J. Skvarla and Sarah A. Skvarla, 5963 W. Buffalo Run Road, State College, $276,000 James P. Goodwin and Sarah M. Goodwin to Inamullah Jan, Haider Inam and Humera Inam, 257 Ghaner Drive, State College, $260,200 Jeffrey L. Hyde to Sharon D. Hyde to Charles R. Ike and Donna F. Ike, 688 Oakwood Ave., State College, $250,000 David E. Horn and Susan M. Horn to Marjorie M. M. Staylor, 201 Amblewood Way, $218,750 Stacy M. Olenoski to Stacy M. Olenoski and Jeremiah Northridge, 117 Westminster Court, State College, $1 S&A Homes Inc to Honors LLC, 110 Deans Way, State College, $341,136 Stanislav Zayets to Patrick Lee Plaisance and Atisaya Vimuktanon, 403 Stonecliffe Place, Port Matilda, $484,900 PENN TOWNSHIP David Richardson, Robert Confer and Keith Confer to Robert Confer, 126 Abbies Lane, Spring Mills, $1 Robert E. Confer to Samuel M. Derugen Jr. and Kristine L. Derugen, 1185 Penns Creek Road, Coburn, $1

POTTER TOWNSHIP

Valley Business Associates LP, Salvatore L. Nicosia Jr. and Pauline R. Nicosia to Valley Wide Custom Homes LLC, Pepper Ridge Drive, Spring Mills, $59,000 Frederick J. Carson and Marlene F. Carson to Jacob Tanis III and Sallianne Tanis, 174 Wagner Road, Centre Hall, $289,000 Michelle K. Hill Brown to Dustin L. Fye, 117 Deer Brook Lane, Centre Hall, $392,000

RUSH TOWNSHIP

Carina J. Wellar and Nicholas C. Wellar to Carina J. Wellar, 272 Taylor Lane, Julian, $1 Theodore Gallaw Weeks and Joan Hoover Dorzuk to Susan Gette Stephenson, 2750 Dix Run Road, Julian, $2,200

David B. Shaffer Estate and Jason D. Shaffer, administrator, to Andrew J. Janocko, Pump Station Lane, $6,250 Robert Loughhead and Covert Loughhead to Ray E. Sassaman and Jenna A. Higgins, 203 Loch Lomond Road, Philipsburg, $67,000 Kathleen M. Wawrynovic and Alice M. Burns by agent to Susan I. Harchak, Port Matilda Highway, Philipsburg, $20,000 Ray A. Walker Jr. and Carol L. Walker to Ray A. Walker Jr. and Carol Walker Jr., Route 144, Centre Hall, $1 Marjorie A. Woodside and Stephanie L. Weaver, 118 Merryman Lane, Philipsburg, $1

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP

SNOW SHOE TOWNSHIP

HUSTON TOWNSHIP

Dennis E. Miller and Elaine C. Miller to Christopher A. Schell and Larissa L. Schell, 11148 N. Eagle Valley Road, Blanchard, $217,000 Forest of Bald Eagle, A. Scott Thomas, John L. Thomas and Jean J. Thomas to Jason Noone, 175 Bald Eagle Forest Road, Howard, $6,900

MILESBURG BOROUGH

Eugene W. Dupler and Rose M. Dupler to

Helen L. Pavlik, Dale F. Ament and Patricia A. Ament to Teresa M. Pavlik, Annette Wilson and Christopher Pavlik, 1950 Clarence Road, Snow Shoe, $1

SPRING TOWNSHIP

Christopher J. Gilham and Dayna M. Gilham to Thomas Allen Jr. and Kelly L. Evans, 225 E. Fifth Ave., Bellefonte, $184,000

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Wilmington Savings Fund Society and Christiana Trust to Ngan Ha Thi and Nguyen Ngoc Thach, 915 W. Water St., Bellefonte, $92,000 Dan Galvan and Lizette Galvan to Michael J. Christie and Alise M. Christie, 130 Rosehill Drive, Bellefonte, $260,000

STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH

Penny A. Garban Family Trust and Steve A. Garban Trust to Redevelopment Authority of Borough of State College, 306 S. Gill St., $590,000 Susan F. Thompson to Sarah E. Vollmar, 106 Easterly Parkway, State College, $114,500 Della L. Chuderwicz to Robert F. Gentry and Alycia A. Chambers, 1729 Blue Course Drive, State College, $157,500 Jonathan S. Pitt to Joseph A. Malley, 200 Highland Drive, State College $179,900 United States of America to Nittany GYZ LLC, 458 E. College Ave., State College, $180,000 Todd R. Waybright to Xiao Yang, 812 Stratford Drive, State College, $123,900 Kevin S. Fogle to Richard R. Fogle, 712 S. Allen St., State College $180,000 Mark A. Higgins and Margaret A. Higgins to Mark A. Higgins, 528 E. McCormick Ave., State College, $1 Fraser Centre Residential LLC to John Kaminski and Erin Tench, 217 W. Beaver Ave., State College, $808,092 United States of America to HFL Corporation, 458 E. College Ave., State College, $175,000 Doyle D. Wilkerson and Roland H. Wilkerson Jr. to Marvin John Friesen and Brenda J. Friesen, 251 E. Irvin Ave., $210,000 Mahase Prasad by attorney, Elzbieta MacPrasad and Maximilian S. Prasad to Matthew B. Thomas, Â Nina E. Jenkins and Jacob J. Thomas, 1176 Atherton St., State College, $235,000 Bao Ming Li and Ke Cheng Zheng to Andrew K. Sandoval-Strausz and Cathleen D. Cahill, 247 E. Irvin Ave., State College, $564,500 Mark A. Torretti and Lynn D. Torretti to Thomas R. Knepp and Linda A. Knepp, 109 Westerly Parkway, State College, $1 Thomas O. Magnetti to Mark C. Pauster, 317 E. Prospect Ave., State College, $440,000 Robert W. Barton and Mary S. Barton to John K. Gershenson and Deborah Gershenson, 312 S. Buckhout St., State College, $400,000

TAYLOR TOWNSHIP

Leroy C. Liner by attorney, Barbara June, executor, and Charles R. Liner, executor, to Charles R. Liner and Jamie E. Liner, 10269 Eagle Valley Road, Port Matilda, $60,000

UNION TOWNSHIP

Kimberly Schulze to Will L. Barton and Kaylee M. Barton, 1663 S. Eagle Valley Road, Julian, $145,595 Janice R. Palmer and Kathy J. Taylor to Janice R. Palmer and Kathy J. Taylor, 191 Mulberry St., Unionville, $1 Jay D. Barndt to Troy R. Barndt and Jay I. Barndt, 469 Unionville Pike, Julian, $1

WALKER TOWNSHIP

Betty R. Knecht by agent to Robert J. Rogers and Karen L. Rogers, 146 Westside Drive, Bellefonte, $205,000 David R. Englehart and Andrea E. Englehart to Keith P. Guiswite and Tiffany A. Guiswite, Benner Road, Bellefonte, $43,000 Philip A. Shearing and Rachel Gayle Shearing to Denise A. Smith, 164 Archers Glen Road, Bellefonte, $247,500 — Compiled by Sean Yoder

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SPRING BRAE APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom Affordable Apts.

Now Accepting Applications Conveniently located in Bellefonte 1 year lease/ rent starts at $485.00

Call 814-355-9774 Income Restrictions Apply

LARGE BASEMENT Apartment for rent. Own entrance. Large living area. Bedroom separate from living area. There is also a small room that students have used as a study area.

Walking distance to bus stop. 7 minute drive to campus. Parking included. Washer and Dryer in unit. Electric, heat and water included. Your OWN place for only $490 a month. A MUST SEE! Available 8/18/2017.

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STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH 3BR / 1.5 BATH $1,200.00 This lovely, clean, bright townhome has 3 BR and 1 1/2 BA. The first floor has an eat‑in kitchen with oak cabinets, updated counter tops and modern flooring.

New refrigerator, new dryer, new carpeting, new AC units, etc.

Call for photos and more info.

(814) 404‑4393

THE BRYN APARTMENT Lease term is 8/19/2017‑7/31/2018.

4B/2B unit.

You will have your own bedroom and share a bathroom with 1 person.

Rent is $579 and all utilities are included except electric. fully furnished, W/D, bus pass and parking included.

Contact me!

(814) 569‑5072

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LARGE Apartment, 2 bedroom with loft, Great Room, kitchen & Laundry, Country Setting, Must See! 15 minutes west of State College, $1050 mo.

Call (814) 692‑5288

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Office Space For Rent

STATE COLLEGE OFFICE SPACE If you are in or starting a business, then this is the place for you. With ready made offices and high speed Internet Access at your fingertips, this space will meet all of your needs.

Here is what our facility has to offer: 2000‑3000 Square Feet of Prime Office Space to Rent Below Market Office Prices per Foot Experienced and Established Local Employers Convenient Access to Atherton Street and Route 322 Ready to Rent Offices Complete with Utilities and High Speed Internet Access.

(814) 325‑2376

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Houses For Rent

COUNTY house: 3 bdrs, 2 baths, garage, no pets, non smoking, references required. $1200/mo + sec. dep. & utilities. Call after 6pm.

(814) 355‑5916

Misc. Real Estate For Rent

SEMESTER PARKING Parking in church parking lot, 600 block of East Prospect Ave. Fall and Spring, $260, per semester. First Church of Christ, Scientist.

Call Mike 814‑237‑8711 or email m7h@psu.edu.

Reserve now!

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HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED MEAT CUTTER Mark’s Custom Meats, LLC 4101 Nittany Valley Dr. Howard, PA 16841

APPLY WITHIN

No job too small!

Spring Cleanup, Lawn Mowing, Mulching, General Landscaping, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Power Washing, Driveway Sealing, Deck Stain & Painting

(814) 360-6860 PA104644

Computer Services

Computer Repairs

I have over 17 years of experience in repairing desktops, laptops and servers. I can easily remove viruses, spyware, and malware and get your PC back to top form.

Please email Mike at mnap11@hotmail.com or call or text 814‑883‑4855

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SENIOR SOCIAL CENTER For participants with dementia.

Monday‑ Friday 8:00 am ‑ 5:00 pm Reasonable rates.

HOME CARE WORKERS NEEDED for State College area private care.

stephanieball16@gmail.com (814) 598-9948

FULL TIME & PART TIME 1ST SHIFTS PART TIME 2ND & 3RD SHIFTS

High school diploma or equivalent and the ability to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 lbs. is required.

ALSM offers a competitive salary, paid time off, and a Choice Benefits program to those that qualify, providing an opportunity for you to choose how to spend your benefit dollar allocation.

Be an integral part of the overall wellbeing of our loving residents. Apply now to join our caring, dedicated team of professionals!

Apply online at www.alsm.org or stop by The Oaks at Pleasant Gap 200 Rachel Dr. • Pleasant Gap, PA 16823

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Registered Nurses

Earn a higher hourly rate when you complete Med Pass training & testing, provided at no cost to you through ALSM!

We are currently recruiting to fill Full-time and Per Diem Registered Nurse positions. Our Nurses love nursing, display compassion and empathy towards patients, and work with other nurses and clinical professionals as a team. We offer: • Excellent pay rates and benefits • Low staff-to-patient ratios • Four to Six-week orientation with preceptor program

To apply, visit www.nittanyvalleyrehab.com. Click on “Careers� and then “All Hospital Jobs�. Questions?

Call 814-359-3421

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NEW HORIZONS REAL ESTATE

MEN’s Pants, 34X31 like new, 14 pairs at $2 a pair.

Ladies size 7 black rub‑ ber boots, $5. (814) 238‑4469

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Fuel & Firewood

Matt Walk’s Firewood

Seasoned, Barkless, Oak Firewood. Cut to your length, Split, & Delivered. Year round sales on firewood.

Call: Matt Walk (814)937‑3206

OAK/MIXED WOOD FOR SALE $175.00 for approx.

1 cord mixed $200.00 for oak $325.00 for full trailer load (app. 2 cords) mixed. $375.00 for full trailer load oak.

ANY SIZE CUT ADDITIONAL FEE MAY APPLY 18 INCH STANDARD CALL 814‑364‑2007

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Household Goods

COUCH: leather, like new, $150.00 (paid $400) Call (814) 238‑8735

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Miscellaneous For Sale

RIDING MOWER SNOW BLOWER GRILL DLT 3000 Craftsman 18.5 HP OHV Riding Mower $450.00 27� 8HP Noma Snow Blower $350.00 Master Forge Grill $85.00 All in excellent condition 814‑360‑1977

MEN’S Inline hockey skates Bauer brand, size 8, $50. Call between 5‑9 p.m. (814) 867‑2594 SAMSONITE men’s gen‑ uine leather luggage. $50.00 (814) 867‑2594

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Parts & Accessories For Sale

01 FOCUS RIGHT COMPOSITE Headlamp & Upper Grille ‑ $15.00 Right composite headlight assembly, fits ‘00‑02, $15; upper grille assembly, fits ‘00‑04, $10; off 2001 Ford Focus SE, some missing tabs but will still mount on easily, call / text (814) 571‑4549 or call (814) 353‑0760.

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Musical & Stereo Equipment For Sale

Lowery Festival model M125 organ with Magic Genie feature.

Bench included.

Call 814‑378‑5887 or 814‑577‑6054 with best offer.

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5 INCH TV/Radio, AC/ DC, & car cable, analog, $10. 3 CB radios, $50 for all 3 radios. Realistic FM tuner, $10. Morse code key, $10. (814) 238‑4469

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SNAP‑Down Tanneau Truck cover, fits 6.5 ft, truck, good cond., asking $40, Call (814) 355‑4132

TIRES: 14� ‑ $5.00 each.

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Autos For Sale

2006 TOYOTA CAMRY Power window / locks, sun/moon roof, leather interior $4000, negotiable (814) 404‑4020

2012 MAZDA 3 SPORT VERY GOOD CONDITION $11,000 FWD, V4, CD player, Satellite radio, A/C, heated seats, power locks/windows, GPS, Bluetooth, rear spoiler and much more. This vehicle is fully loaded!

(814) 933‑4725

CLEAN, RELIABLE & WELL MAINTAINED CAR! 1998 Chrysler Cirrus LXI, very clean full leather interior, moon roof, all electric, 127,000 miles. The car was just inspected in June, has all new brakes and a new headlight assembly as well as a recent oil change. This is the perfect car for a first car or someone looking for a second car that is reliable and great on gas.

Serious Inquiries Only!!! $1800 OBO. Call (814) 933‑4502

VOLKSWAGON GTI GRG Only $3,750 In great condition, only used for a short period of time due to being active duty in the Military. Will need a new battery and occasionally stalls, but worked like a charm for us.

Call (814) 380‑6861

Now Hiring: FT/PT Teachers Are you creative, fun, energetic, reliable, and love children? St. John’s is the place for you.

Call Robin at (814) 349-5611 or email resume to director4stjohns@verizon.net EOE

STATE COLLEGE RESTAURANT HIRING SHIFT MANAGERS AND DRIVERS $12/HOUR • 40 HOURS/WEEK DRIVER TIPS DAILY

814-935-3715 FOR DETAILS

NOW HIRING at our State College locations!

Rehabilitation Nursing Techs Our Rehabilitation Nursing Technicians are responsible for assisting our RN’s and LPN’s by providing compassionate care and assistance to our patients. Per Diem positions available. Previous Nursing Assistant experience is preferred but not required. High school diploma/GED required. To be successful, the RNT must possess a sincere interest in helping people, display compassion, and have a solid work ethic.

We can arrange a Rent to Own on any property for sale by broker, owner or bank.

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Clothing

CANNING JARS: quart & pint size. $7.00 per dozen.

Call (814) 238‑8330 be‑ tween 4pm ‑ 5pm

Do you have experience caring for an ailing family member or friend? You can put your experience and compassion for others into an exciting, new career!

The Oaks at Pleasant Gap, part of Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries, has openings dynamic, caring Personal Care Companions to provide excellence in care to our residents in a personal care environment.

Available positions include:

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083 WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO CAMPUS & DOWNTOWN Off street assigned parking available with flexible lease terms.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to the Surface Mine Conservation and Reclamation Act, notice is hereby given that Larry D Baumgardner Coal Company, Inc., PO Box 186, Lanse, PA. 16849 has requested bond release on the Morgan Operation, SMP#14110101. The 9.8 acre Morgan Operation is situated on the north side of West Sycamore Road (S.R 0144) between the communities of Moshannon and Snow Shoe approximately 400 feet east of the Rails to Trails crossing on the property of Dorothy J. Morgan.

The operator is requesting a bond release of $42,313.00 for 9.8 acres. Total bond currently held is $45,872. Reclamation consisted of successful revegetation of 7.3 acres and establishment of a commercial /industrial land use for 2.5 Acres (Stage II bond release). The area was planted on August 3, 2015.

Written comments, objections or a request for an informal conference concerning the bond release application should be submitted to the Pa. Department of Environmental Protection, Moshannon District Office, 186 Enterprise Drive, Philipsburg, PA 16866, within 30 days from the date of the final (4th) publication of this notice and must include the person’s name, address, telephone number, and a brief statement as to the nature of the objection.

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