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110th Pennsylvania Farm Show is open By Rick Shrum
For the Observer-Reporter
It’s showtime! The 110th annual Pennsylvania Farm Show opened this weekend in Harrisburg with a full complement of events, exhibits, demonstrations, competitions and food selections. And to be sure, there will be more than a full complement of animals (an estimated 6,000). The 2026 extravaganza cow-kicked off on Friday, Jan. 10, and will run through Jan. 17 at the PA Farm Show Complex & Expo Center at 2300 N. Cameron St. This year’s theme is “Growing a Nation,” celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. General admission is mostly free, although some events and attractions will require tickets or paid entry. – certain fundraisers, Showmen’s
Association events and the First Frontier Circuit Rodeo finals (Jan. 15 to 17). Parking is $15 per vehicle. The show will operate from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily with two exceptions: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jan. 11 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the final day. A number of younger participants will be showing their animals, with the hope of winning prizes. Some will likely be from rural areas of Washington, Greene and Fayette counties. Perhaps the most visible attraction every year is a literal heavyweight: the 1,000-pound butter sculpture, a testament to dairy farmers. This year, artists Marie Pelton and Jim Victor of Conshohocken (suburban Philadelphia) used nearly 1,000 pounds of donated butter to sculpt a life-sized cow. SEE FARM PAGE A2
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Haylie Goforth started the @CrowdedMindProject in When Addison Gregory started her college career this fall 2024. The campaign tries to help students with their men- she was already a sophomore. The Coal Center teen took college courses during high school. tal health.
High-achieving students can have struggles, too By Jennifer Garofalo jgarofalo@heraldstandard.com
Academically ambitious high school students often spin a lot of plates. Along with advanced placement classes and college courses, many take part in extracurricular activities, volunteer or have part-time jobs. But since they’re excelling academically, many think there’s no cause for worry. Oftentimes, that’s not the case, said Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski, founder of the UPMC Washington Teen Outreach, a program that trains peer educators and mentors young parents. “I think sometimes high achievers get lost,” she said. That’s something 17-year-old Haylie Goforth has seen at South Fayette High School. “They’re drowning in stress, but they want that academic validation, so they … keep going,” said Goforth, who founded the mental health-focused @Crowded-
MindProject on Instagram and TikTok in 2024. The project was initially meant to be short-term and focused only on eating disorders, but when it gained momentum on social media, Goforth expanded it. The high school senior started using her posts on Instagram and TikTok to foster open conversations about all facets of mental health. She encourages her followers to seek out mental health help if they need it, even if that seems hard to do. “I think it’s difficult for some people to sit face-to-face with themselves,” she said. “It takes a lot of courage to do that.” Goforth said she’s heard from peers struggling in many different ways, including those trying to balance advanced academic classes with extracurricular activities and the normal challenges of being a teenager. That balancing act is something school officials have seen and are trying to address.
“We found a couple of years ago, being a small school, our honors and AP students are the ones playing sports and (taking part in) activities,” said Jefferson-Morgan School District Superintendent Dr. Brandon Robinson, and finding time to study adds to their stress. Discussions with students led to personalized learning time, a period during the school day for students to do anything from decompress to catch up on homework. Podgurski said whether a high achiever has mental health difficulties is dependent upon the student. Addison Gregory said she “took every AP course I was offered” and started dual enrollment her sophomore year of high school. When the 19-year-old graduated from California Area High School this past May, she had enough college credits to start at PennWest California as a sophomore. SEE STRUGGLES PAGE A2
McMurray native unveils second feature film By Brad Hundt
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Calling himself “an October baby,” Dean Jacobs says horror movies have been a fixture of his life ever since his father introduced him to the Pittsburgh-made, low-budget horror classic “Night of the Living Dead.” Aside from admiring “Night of the Living Dead’s director George Romero for his virtual creation of the zombie movie subgenre, the 42-year-old Jacobs has looked up to Romero for how
he was able to craft memorable movies without massive budgets behind him. Jacobs, a McMurray native and 2002 graduate of Peters Township High School, has put Romero’s lessons to work in the two independent movies he has made – 2023’s “The Trip,” and now “Water Rites,” which was given its East Coast premiere last week at the Lindsay Theater in Sewickley. For both movies, Jacobs acted as the director, star, producer and writer. “Water Rites” tells the story of a couple taking a sum-
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mer sabbatical at a seemingly idyllic lakefront retreat in the California mountains. However, once they learn some local secrets, the whole experience turns into something less than relaxing. Along with Jacobs, the cast of “Water Rites” Includes actors who have made names for themselves in high-profile horror flicks: Dee Wallace, whose credits include “Cujo” and “The Howling”; Michael Berryman, who was in “Weird Science” and “The Hills Have Eyes”; and Lynn Lowry, who
was in “Shivers” and “The Crazies.” All told, “Water Rites” cost about $70,000 to make, $40,000 of which was raised in a Kickstarter campaign. Still, it’s a bigger budget than Jacobs had for “The Trip,” and he said he wanted to “raise the bar” with “Water Rites” and “I knew I wanted every aspect to be bigger and better.” Jacobs also said that with a low budget, it’s necessary to write the story with an eye SEE FILM PAGE A2
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Dean Jacobs is a native of McMurray and now a wrestling coach in the Upper St. Clair School District.
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FROM PAGE A1 The light-hearted Mullet Contest remains a hair-raising experience for those displaying their lengthy locks. There are cooking demonstrations and competitions, including Sheep-to-Shawl, lumberjacking and cow milking, along with agricultural education and patriotic exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities. Among the latter is the “So You Want to be a Farmer” interactive exhibit, which is targeted to all ages and gardening skill levels. Exhibit workshops take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily in the Main Expo Hall. Mushrooms have established a presence at the
Farm Show, as the Mushroom Farmers of Pennsylvania introduced a new breakfast burrito along with Lion’s Mane mushroom coffee. The Farm Show endures as a century-plus tradition across the commonwealth, which attracts large crowds for more than a week. Organizers strive to keep it evolving. Gov. Josh Shapiro, in a prepared statement, said: “The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a powerful reminder of how deeply agriculture touches every corner of our state. It is more than a way of life – it is a driving force in our economy. “Generating $132.5 billion each year and supporting nearly 600,000 jobs. The farms, families and innovations showcased here
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stand on a legacy we honor through smart investment and farmland preservation, with more than 6,600 farms 650,000 acres safeguarded – the most of any state in the nation.” The PA Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is a massive facility, with an estimated 1 million square feet under the roof. It is owned by the state Department of Agriculture and hosts numerous events. There also are 60 acres of parking on the property. The Farm Show is not the only nearby attraction. Visitors can expand their horizons - and waistlines – by visiting Hershey. For more information on the PA Farm Show, visit ASSOCIATED PRESS https://www.pa.gov/agencies/farmshow/pa-farm- In this Jan. 8, 2020 file photo, visitors walk amongst various displays during the 104th Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg. show/.
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This sculpture carved from 1,000 pounds of butter was unveiled ahead of the start of the 2023 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg. The sculpture honored the history of dairy farming in the state and depicted a family enjoying a moment together amid the backdrop of their farm.
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FROM PAGE A1 toward the budget you have at your disposal. “It’s a long road,” he said. “It all starts with you. It’s all challenging, but it’s fulfilling.” Jacobs first caught the performing bug when he was boy and appeared in productions with Little Lake Theatre in North Strabane and South Park Children’s Theatre. After graduating from high school, he originally attended Duquesne University on a wrestling scholarship, but then transferred to Indiana University of Pennsylvania. When he was 29, he packed his Jack Russell Terrier in his car and moved to Los Angeles. He lived there for 13 years before recently moving back to McMurray.
Jacobs landed small parts in various television series and movies, including “Suburbicon,” a 2017 comedy directed by George Clooney. It was the arrival of COVID-19 in 2020 that led Jacobs to make his own movies rather than wait for parts to come his way – in his words, he wanted to “put one foot in front of the other.” “Water Rites” will likely be screened at some film festivals and Jacobs is talking with distributors. “The Trip” is available to stream on Amazon Prime, Apple TV and Tubi, and he hopes “Water Rites” will follow a similar path. Jacobs moved back to McMurray in the fall, accepting a job as a wrestling coach in the Upper St. Clair School District. Among the movies he would like to make is something about wrestling in the region, as well as a horror an-
Prior to the opening of the Pennsylvania Farm Show, cattlemen shuttle their livestock into pens for display in this file photo.
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Dean Jacobs on the set of “Water Rites”
thology that includes something about “Hatchet Jack,” a Cecil Township man who killed his father and sister in 1975, cut up their bodies and buried them in his backyard. “I have a lot of love for the region,” Jacobs said. “So I’d like to incorporate that into the stories I tell.”
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Dean Jacobs stars with Katy Bentz in “Water Rites,” which he also produced, directed and wrote.
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Gregory, of Coal Center, also was heavily involved in extracurricular activities and sports, and volunteered outside of school, logging over 50 hours during her senior year of high school. She also shadows dentists because she wants to be an orthodontist. When she started taking college classes in high school, Gregory knew how important a support system would be. She had that with family and friends, but also reached out to professors for guidance, and got involved on campus. “I was a regular and everyone knew me before I even got there for my first semester, which was very helpful at building a network,” she said. While she classifies herself as “motivated and goal-driven,” Gregory said she makes time to decompress. She runs daily, is a cheerleader at PennWest and spends time with her Delta Zeta sorority sisters. Podgurski said there are two types of high achievers: students like Gregory, who are consciously working toward a goal, and students who achieve because they need affirmation. “You have to know them, take time to listen to them. Assess who they are, what they need, why they need it,” she said. But whether it’s a student who pushes too hard or one who does the bare minimum, Podgurski believes the level of mental health risk is the same. Frazier High School school counselor Shari Hohol agrees. While courses that require extra studying can
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lead to more stress, Hohol said things like navigating romantic relationships and friendships, social pressures and worrying about the future are universal. Both women said recognition from parents or other adults in their lives is key to catching mental health
changes and addressing them. That unconditional support is incredibly important in a young person’s life, Podgurski said. “They don’t have to show me they’re worthy,” Podgurski said, “They’re worthy just because they were born.”
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Panhellenic scholarships available for applicants The Pittsburgh Alumnae Panhellenic (PAP) has scholarships available to National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) group members on the basis of academic achievement, service to fraternity and campus, and financial need. Each scholarship will award a minimum of $500 and will be presented to recipients at the PAP’s annual spring scholarship benefit event. Applicants must meet all of the following eligibility criteria: n An initiated member in good standing in an NPC member sorority. n An undergraduate student with at least 60 credits
completed. n At least one year remaining in an undergraduate degree program at the time of application. n A cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or better. n The applicant must not have been a prior recipient of the PAP scholarship. Additionally, applicants must meet either of the following residency requirements: a student attending a college or university in the Western Region of Pennsylvania including Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Venango, Washington or Westmoreland
County; or, a student attending a college or university outside of the Pittsburgh area while maintaining a permanent residence in Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Clarion, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Venango, Washington, or Westmoreland County. Visit pittsburghalumnaepanhellenic.org/scholarship-information to download an application. Submit to papscholarship@gmail. com by Feb. 1. Scholarships will be awarded at a luncheon March 14 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Bethel Park.
DAR music scholarship available for applicants Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through January 31, 2026. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in music. Marian Anderson (18971993) was a groundbreaking African American contralto and an inspiration for civil rights. The scholarship pays tribute to Marian Anderson’s life, and the Daughters of the American Revolution seeks to honor her legacy through aspiring musicians. Her legacy lives on in others who aim for excellence in musi-
cal studies, are committed to their communities, and willing to stand up for what is right,” said Ginnie Sebastian Storage, DAR President General. Applicants should be accepted or currently enrolled in an accredited university or college in the United States and have a concentration in music in their course of study. Music performance, composition, theory, or education are all areas that students may be specialized in to qualify for the scholarship. They should have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent GPA on the scale used by the institution. Applications are available here: dar.org/outreach/education/scholarships/. Applications require ref-
erences sent through the application system, so students need to request their references ahead of the Jan. 31st application deadline. In honor of Anderson’s commitment to the community throughout her life and her willingness to share her talent, applicants are asked to write a personal statement describing their humanitarian or volunteer contributions on behalf of their community and/or country. The scholarship is supported by the Daughters of the American Revolution’s Marian Anderson Legacy Fund. Learn more about the relationship between Marian Anderson and the DAR, and the organization’s ongoing efforts to honor her memory at www.dar.org/MarianAnderson/.
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Is there a better Fort Pitt Museum temporarily closes ahead of America’s 250th, NFL Draft way to board? Have you ever wondered how airlines decide the passenger boarding process? I wonder this every time I fly (which is a lot because I love to travel) and often get a chuckle out of it. I’m a very logical person, and I often annoy my husband by peppering him with rapid-fire questions about a topic, such as, “Why do they board people this way?” “Why don’t they board back to front?” “Isn’t there enough space for each passenger to have one carry-on in the bin above the seat?” He’ll shake his head and say he doesn’t know and I have to remind him that I don’t expect him to have all of the answers and that I’m just thinking aloud. He often rolls his eyes at that point. Question 1: How do airlines decide who boards in what order? As is the way with so many things in the world now, you get what you pay for here. First class, higher-priced ticket type and very frequent fliers get to board first usually. After that there are those with pre-boarding and special needs, those who need extra time with young children, etc. Then come the rest of the folks, and this is what I don’t understand. I always think boarding passengers from back to front would be the fastest process without clogging up the aisle. I wonder if there is some sort of airline logistics person who studies this and comes up with the best process, and where do I apply? Question 2: Isn’t there enough space for each passenger to have a carry-on bag above his or her seat? I don’t know the answer, but I would imagine the brain trust at Boeing would have designed things this way. The short answer (thanks
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to a Google search) is no, there is often not enough space on many planes for everyone to have a carry-on bag in the overhead bin. So why don’t they design a plane with more overhead space? One thing is for sure: People will not change the way they pack, pack less or reduce luggage. It’s amazing how much stuff people drag on the plane. Some folks are confirmed “no checked luggage” people not wanting to deal with the time or hassle of checking or picking up bags or the risk of the airline losing luggage. I get it. Others don’t want to pay the checked bag fee (a real sore spot with Southwest recently starting to charge for checked bags). I don’t have any flights scheduled for Jan. 27, but I would love to be at the Southwest gates that day when they start assigned seating flights. Will people like it? Will boarding go more smoothly? Who will be left out of having bin space for their bags? Stay tuned! Kristin Emery can be reached at kristinemery1@ yahoo.com.
As Point State Park prepares to welcome thousands of visitors ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft and America’s 250th anniversary, the Fort Pitt Museum will temporarily close through Feb. 28 for exhibition updates and facility improvements. The museum will reopen to the public on Sunday, March 1. During the closure, the museum will prepare new exhibitions that showcase Pittsburgh’s role and impact during the American Revolution. Opening on March 1, the “Pittsburgh’s Revolution” exhibit will feature rare artifacts, interactive activities, and powerful imagery that explore Fort Pitt’s history as the epicenter of the Revolutionary War in the West. Focused on defense of the expansive Ohio Country frontier, Pittsburgh served as the hub of American diplomacy and conflict with the Native tribes of the Ohio Country. In June, just ahead of America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, the museum will also debut a temporary exhibit exploring the unique weapons and tactics used on the 18th-century frontier. During the January and February
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The Fort Pitt Museum in Pittsburgh’s Point State Park is closed through Feb. 28 for updates and improvements.
closure, staff will also complete deep newly acquired artifacts to be displayed cleaning of galleries and public spaces, throughout 2026. annual maintenance of the Fort Pitt For more information, please visit diorama, upgrades to permanent interactive exhibits, and preparation of heinzhistorycenter.org/fort-pitt.
Bethel Park students start mentorship program Bethel Park High School sophomores Andrea Solorzano and Leena Miloua are creating a new program to help students explore careers and connect with business, health care, marketing, and law professionals. The initiative, BP Career Connect, grew out of an idea the students discussed on a bus ride home from last year’s DECA district competition. With guidance from DECA adviser Emily Smoller, they refined the project to prepare it for competition and community implementation. BP Career Connect allows students to participate in job shadows, field trips, and guest speaker sessions to gain real-world experience and discover and occasionally reconsider potential career paths. Students do not need to be members of DECA to participate. “Having presented at DECA before
helped calm our nerves and taught us how to get the word out,” Miloua said. “We want to give students a chance to explore careers in a hands-on way.” The students are recruiting local professionals to host job shadows or mentor students. Businesses can contact the team at bpcareerconnect@gmail.com or Smoller at smoller.emily@bphawks.org. The career readiness project launched at the start of the 2025–26 school year. Miloua and Solorzano will present it in the Community Awareness category at the February 2026 DECA State Conference in Hershey, where students from across Pennsylvania showcase leadership and entrepreneurship projects. The program also maintains an Instagram account, @bp_career_connect, for students and businesses to follow their progress.
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“By opening their workplaces to our students, businesses can help them explore careers, discover their passions, and begin to chart their career paths,” Solorzano said. “We’re excited to connect students with local professionals and inspire the next generation of business leaders in this region.”
There’s No Place Like Hope: Gold Together Gala for Pediatric Cancer By Haven Stetor For nearly three decades, the Gold Together Gala has brought the community together to create an environment of hope and perseverance. That message continues this year as the American Cancer Society hosts the 2026 Gold Together Gala on Saturday, February 7, at the Hilton Garden Inn Southpointe. This year’s theme is “There’s No Place Like Hope,” a message inspired by the magic of the classic film The Wizard of Oz while highlighting the courage and resilience of those affected by cancer. “Even during the darkest times, there is always hope,” said Lauren Gnagey-Schmitt, whose family has been involved with the gala since the early years. “This event, and the people who support it, help provide hope for families and children when they need it the most.” Proceeds from the event benefit the American Cancer Society’s Gold Together initiative, which funds pediatric cancer research and services. All funds raised through the Gold Together Gala are specifically designated to childhood cancer, something Gnagey-Schmitt said resonates deeply with the community. “A lot of people have children, nieces, nephews, or kids in their lives,” she said. “You never want to see a child suffer. Knowing that these funds are going directly toward helping kids and supporting research that could lead to a cure is what makes this event so meaningful.” The theming and dressy attire adds a sense of glamor to the evening, but the purpose behind the event holds a special place in the Gnagey family’s heart. The event began in 1996 as a small gathering for friends looking for a way to give back to the American Cancer Society. It later became deeply personal for the Gnagey family and continues in memory of Gnagey-Schmitt’s father, whose experience with cancer helped shape the mission behind the fundraiser. Over time, it has grown into one of the county’s most anticipated fundraising events, raising tens of thousands of dollars each year for pediatric cancer initiatives. Last year, the event raised over $60,000. Gnagey-Schmitt said that the growth of the event has not changed its core message.
and a rainbow balloon arch will welcome guests to the event. The evening is meant to balance celebration with compassion, with themed decorations and moments of reflection throughout the program. “At some point in the night, they’ll ask survivors to stand, or those who have lost someone, or those who know someone battling cancer,” GnageySchmitt said. “By the end, the whole room is standing. It really puts everything into perspective and shows just how much cancer touches all of us.” Behind the fundraising and celebration are families whose lives have been forever changed by pediatric cancer, including the Desmond family. Sophia was just four years old when her family got the cancer diagnosis in 2018. What first appeared to be a routine illness became serious when Sophia developed a fever of more than 104 degrees. After being taken to a local hospital, doctors determined she needed to be transferred to a children’s hospital for further testing. There, her parents learned she had acute lymphoma leukemia. Desmond noted, “I went into parent mode right away. You don’t really have time to think. You just do what you have to do.” Sophia spent 87 days in the hospital undergoing treatment. Along with chemotherapy, she faced serious complications, including a fungal infection that required doctors to closely monitor her heart, spleen, kidneys, and brain. While the cancer itself went into remission after two months, Sophia continued chemotherapy for two and a half years as a preventative measure.
“It’s always been about being part of something bigger than yourself,” she said. “Whether you’re donating, volunteering, or simply showing up, every little bit matters.”
Throughout her treatment, Sophia’s father, Andy Desmond, noted that she never complained or asked why this was happening to her. She approached each day of treatment with strength and resilience.
This year’s Wizard of Oz inspired decor will feature subtle nods to movie elements throughout the venue, creating an environment that feels festive without losing sight of the event’s mission. Bricks from the yellow brick road will be available for purchase in honor or in memory of loved ones,
Today, Sophia is cancer-free and full of energy. She is now 12 years old, and she enjoys keeping up with her older brothers. Desmond said that Sophia’s hair has grown long and now reaches her
“She just did it,” Desmond said. “She never cried. She never backed down.”
lower back, adding that she “won’t let anybody cut it.” Doctors have told the family that there is a 97 percent chance that the cancer will never return, something that Desmond credits to advances in pediatric cancer research and treatment. “Medicine has come so far,” he said. “Almost every kid with this type of cancer survives now.” Since Sophia’s diagnosis, the family has remained involved in cancer awareness and fundraising events, including participating in Relay for Life events through the American Cancer Society. “Relay for Life means something different to us now. It’s personal,” Desmond stated. For Desmond, those efforts represent more than just fundraising. They are a way to support the research and resources that helped give his daughter a future. The Gold Together Gala will take place February 7 beginning at 5:30 PM. Tickets are available at acsgoldgala.givesmart.com. The evening will include a cocktail hour, dinner, presentations and dancing. Sponsored content brought to you by
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Exhibit display gaps internal and external worlds Fabrics of Perception, an exhibition featuring artwork by Austin Palmisano, Riley Swatsworth and Peter Missing, runs through Feb. 5 at Irma Freeman Center for Imagination, located at 5006 Penn Ave. in Pittsburgh. Gallery Hours are 2 to 5 p.m. every Saturday. Fabrics of Perception is a multidisciplinary exhibition that bridges the gap between the internal and external worlds. By placing the soft, light-filled observations of the cemetery alongside the dream-like poetry of the subconscious and the raw, rhythmic energy of urban architecture, the show explores how we record our existence. Whether through the lens of a quiet afternoon in a cemetery garden, the fleeting images of a dream, or the enduring symbols of a cultural movement, these three artists invite the viewer to find inspiration in the layers of time, light, and geometry. This show celebrates the act of “looking”—not just at what is in front of the viewer, but at what lies beneath the surface. Austin Palmisano, an artist stemming from St. Petersburg, Fla., has been painting for years in acrylic paint. The leaning of his art tends to be surrealistic, thematically based on a method of writing stream of consciousness poetry which intrinsically leads to a dream-like quality. He takes inspiration from nature and the transitory state of life, the self, and movement of time. Riley Swatsworth’s body of work is a series of “plein air” or outdoor paintings taken place in the Alleghany Cemetery in various spots within the area. He painted the view from his spots with the intent to capture the complexity of color and light, and compose it onto his canvas. Peter Missing was born in the Bronx, New York. He shows his freestyle works in this exhibition. His influence comes from African, Mayan, Aztec and street art. His goal in art is only to inspire new generations; to keep the spirit of creativity going into the future. His band, Missing Foundation, will have their new album titled “Okunoshima” available at the exhibition. For more details call 412-924-0634 or email: info@irmafreeman.org.
Artwork done in Alleghany Cemetery by Riley Swatsworth on display at Fabrics of Perception exhibit running through Feb. 5 at the Irma Freeman Center for Imagination
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Spotlight shines on Mt. Lebanon wrestler
Cole Gibbons (white collared shirt) is surrounded by his teammates and coaches after being presented with a banner commemorating his 100th career wrestling victory. The Mt. Lebanon senior entered the prestigious Century Club on Dec. 13 after scoring a 7-5 decision against Derry’s Ewan Olson during the Moon Duals.
Gibbons enters Century Club By Eleanor Bailey ebailey@thealmanac.net
Mt. Lebanon illuminates wrestlers during scholastic matches using a single spotlight, but Cole Gibbons doesn’t need one because the senior always seems to be in the limelight. Not only is he a dual-sport standout – he has three WPIAL lacrosse titles to his credit in addition to more than 100 career wrestling wins – he’s a standout in the classroom with a 4.6 overall grade point average, a champion in Future Business Leaders of America competitions and, last but not least, the school’s mascot taking in the football and basketball frays from the the catbird seat with his spear and horned helmet. “It’s a tradition passed down and the seniors last season voted me in,” explained Gibbons of his coronation as the Blue Devil. “It’s an honor.” Gibbons says his duties are to keep the crowd “engaged and excited” as well as “control” the antics of the students in the designated fan section. “It’s on me what others do. It requires leadership, responsibility and courage, especially when you have to tell them to knock it off,” he said when students demonstrate less than appropriate behavior especially against heated rivals. “The kids respect me. I love doing it.” Being Lebo’s top cheerleader can be difficult when it comes to balancing his own athletic endeavors. For Gibbons, wrestling season overlaps with the basketball wars, which heat up when Mt. Lebanon visits two-time defending champion Upper St. Clair at 7 p.m. Jan. 13. “It can be a challenge,” he said. Gibbons, however, is succeeding. Most recently, he entered the prestigious Century Club when he came-from-behind to beat Ewan Olson for his 100th career victory. During the Moon Duals held Dec. 13, Gibbons scored a last-second takedown to beat the Derry grappler, 7-5. “I did know,” Gibbons said of the significance of the match. “I was nervous about it. “(Olson’s) a good wrestler and I knew it would be a tough match. I wanted to beat him but I was losing by a point before I took the shot with 10 seconds left.
“It was special because it was a tough win against a good opponent,” Gibbons added. The achievement is extraordinary because Gibbons is among only a handful of grapplers to reach the plateau although Mt. Lebanon has produced more than a dozen state champions. Luke Stout leads the list with 153 career wins followed by his brothers, Kellan (138) and Mac (133). Nathan Hoagland (110), Jackson Gray (106) and Ben Lloyd (104) are also members of the Century Club. Of 100 career wins Gibbons said, “It’s the standard and to be one of only a few from Mt. Lebanon to have done it is 100 percent meaningful. It feels amazing to finally have accomplished this.” Gibbons noted the feat is “hard to do” because a wrestler must stay healthy, be consistent and work hard. “I’ve been chipping away at this for a while,” he said. “So I am in awe.” It’s a wonder Gibbons is competitive on the mat as well as on the lacrosse field because while playing football he fractured his back and was confined to a body brace for a time. “I didn’t realize it happened when I hurt my back but it slowly got worse, to the point where I couldn’t do anything anymore,” Gibbons said. “Once I healed, I didn’t go back to football. There were no ramifications with my other sports. I don’t worry about it anymore.” Gibbons just does “lots of stretches” to loosen up and applies heat and ice after matches. “You push through,” he said. Gibbons has prevailed to become one of the top wrestlers in the WPIAL. Currently, he is ranked among the top 4 at 160. He wrestled at 152 at Powerade reaching the round of 16 to improve his record to 105-40 overall. He is anticipating a good showing at the upcoming Allegheny County Wrestling Championships to be held Jan. 16 and 17 at Fox Chapel High School. “Powereade is a hard tournament to place but I’m hoping to do well at county championships. Right now I’m comfortable where I am.” Gibbons noted that his individual goals for the remainder of the wrestling season are to become a WPIAL champion and place high at states, which are set for March 6-8 at the Giant Center in Hershey. He has
to decide at which weight (152, 160 or 172) he will compete. “There are a lot of good wrestlers in the region and states and I will see where I fit in best,” he said. Wrestling fits best in Gibbons’ post-scholastic plans. He has decided to wrestle, instead of play lacrosse, in college. He will compete at New York University while pursuing a career in business. “I wanted a high level of academics and NYU offered some pretty good wrestling,” Gibbons said. “I think it’s a perfect fit for me.” Gibbons added that he would miss lacrosse, but he has one more season to play the sport, he’s competed in since first grade. “Hoping for a great spring,” he said. “We want to four-peat.” Gibbons has played defense on all three of Lebo’s previous WPIAL championship boys lacrosse teams. “Lacrosse has been one of my favorite sports,” said Gibbons, who started playing at an early age because his siblings competed. “I love being a defender because nobody is hitting you ever.” Because of his success the past two years, Gibbons’s passion for wrestling surpassed that of lacrosse. He started practicing more to hone his skills. In addition to his routine of 6 a.m. summer workouts and school practices, Gibbons joined the Gladiator Wrestling Club in Imperial two years ago. “It’s an amazing club with challenging practices and learning techniques. I’ve seen a lot of growth in my wrestling and all I do,” Gibbons said. “I love to learn new things and put them to work on the mat. Once I learn something, I want to apply it. “When it works, it feels so good,” Gibbons added. “Recently, I have been seeing more results in wrestling because of practicing so much and because all the coaches around me have been awesome.” While his former coach Marc Allemang (now at Thomas Jefferson High School) and current high school skipper Tyler Daffinee have been leaving a mark on him, Gibbons has been influenced most by his father, Joe. The 1987 Mt. Lebanon alum has coached his son all through the youth
Above: Cole Gibbons controls the action against Fox Chapel’s Calyx Kimbrough during a recent dual meet. Gibbons scored a 20-4 tech fall against Kimbrough and improved to 104-38 in his career at Mt. Lebanon High School. Below: Cole Gibbons serves as the Blue Devil mascot for Mt. Lebanon during football and basketball games.
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Day-by-day progress key to Lebo’s success Mertz staying home By Eleanor Bailey ebailey@thealmanac.net
At Mt. Lebanon, the calendar year doesn’t matter. The day does. Whether it’s 2025 or 2026, the boys basketball team has resolved to improve on a daily basis. “The goal is to get better every day, every practice and every game,” emphasized Joe David, who is in his 25th year as Mt. Lebanon head coach. “We are not where we need to be and not where we want to be but we are improving. It’s not going to be for a lack of trying but we are going to get better and better.” That is bad news for WPIAL Class 6A foes because the Blue Devils entered the new year with a 9-3 record. They were coming off a strong showing in the Great 8 Classic held over the holidays at Jefferson City, Mo. Additionally, they kicked off 2026 with back-to-back wins at Bethel Park, 6745, and Connellsville, 83-36. During the Great 8 Classic, Lebo beat two of the host teams, Jefferson City, 6054, and Capital City, 63-58, and reached the finals only to fall, 78-51, to Principia in the championship contest. Principia is the No. 2 ranked team in the nation and features Quentin Coleman. The Wake Forest recruit led Principia to the Missouri Class 3A state championship and
Liam Sheely dropped in 39 points, 24 off eight, 3-point field goals, to lead Mt. Lebanon to victory against Bethel Park. Sheely is Lebo’s leading scorer and has the Blue Devils poised for a championship run in boys basketball this winter.
a 31-1 record last year. Coleman was named the tournament’s MVP. “For us to compete against one of the best players and well-coached teams in the nation is a great opportunity,” David said. “It prepares us for everybody we will play against.
“If the goal is to be the best team possible, then you want to play the best because iron sharpens iron. We’re trying to win a section, WPIAL and state championship.” The Blue Devils are chasing Central Catholic, arch rival Upper St. Clair and New Castle in those regards. The Vikings currently lead Section 2, having already beaten the Blue Devils, 56-39, and USC, 48-46. The Panthers are the two-time WPIAL 6A reigning champion. The Hurricanes, who lost to USC in last year’s district final, are undefeated and atop the Section 1 standings. The Blue Devils have key confrontations with the frontrunners coming up quickly. Lebo visits USC on Jan. 13 then Central on Jan. 20. Both games tip off at 7 p.m. “We’re both chasing Central, and USC’s a great rivalry to have,” David said. “We have a lot of respect for them and their program speaks for itself. “It’s always a good game and a fun, playoff-like atmosphere that prepares us every year for the postseason.” The Blue Devils appear to be rounding into shape as a top playoff contender because they return four starters from last year’s 19-9 squad that reached the WPIAL semifinals. SEE KEY PAGE A2
with Hounds contract The Riverhounds’ hometown hero will be back on the field next season. Robbi Mertz from Upper St. Clair agreed to a new two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Soccer Club with an option added for the 2028 season. The deal is pending United Soccer League (USL) and U.S. Soccer approval. Mertz, 29, has been a mainstay for the Hounds since signing with his hometown club as a rookie in 2019. While he did have a short stint with Atlanta United 2 starting in 2021, he rejoined the Hounds via transfer midway through the 2022 season and will be entering his seventh season with the team. “We’re excited to have Robbie back. He was instrumental in our playoff run, and represented his hometown,” said Sporting Director Dan Visser. “He continues to set the standard for what it means to play in Pittsburgh.” Mertz made arguably the
biggest play of the Hounds run to win the 2025 USL Championship with his game-winning goal in the team’s 1-0 victory over Rhode Island FC in the Eastern Conference Final at Highmark Stadium. That win propelled the team to the USL Championship Final, where Mertz was one of the five Hounds to convert his penalty kick in the decisive shootout. “We’re coming off the first championship in club history, so there is significant momentum right now with many people excited about the club and the direction we’re taking,” Mertz said. “It’s an honor to still be contributing to it after all this time. There’s a lot of work to be done and many moments to look forward to.” An attacking threat as both a finisher and a playmaker, Mertz has 23 goals and 22 assists with the Hounds, making him one of only three players with at least 20 of each for the SEE MERTZ PAGE A2
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Simmons, Hiser garner Jerome Bettis Awards Charlie Simmons of Bethel Park and Connor Hiser from South Fayette were among the 11 recipients of the Jerome Bettis Leadership Award. They were recognized during a luncheon held Jan. 2 at the Best of the Batch Clubhouse in Homestead and later during an onfield celebration at the Steelers home game against the Baltimore Ravens. Each player was nominated by their head coaches or athletic directors. In addition to the luncheon and Steelers game, a $1,000 donation was made to each winning recipient’s high
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FROM PAGE B1 Liam Sheely is the key veteran. A four-year starter, he dropped a career-high 39 points against Bethel Park on Jan. 3 and 18 tallies against Connellsville on Jan. 6. Additionally, he scored 26 points in the championship game against Principia and earned all-tournament honors. Sheely had 11 points in the first quarter of a section loss, 58-53, against Norwin on Dec. 23 before leaving the contest with a shoulder injury. During the off-season last year, Sheely had surgery to repair the shoulder. “Liam’s rehabbed and on his way back to totally being healthy,” David said. “He’s get-
Patrick Smith soars to the basket during Mt. Lebanon’s win against Bethel Park
school football program. A senior fullback and linebacker for the Black Hawks, Simmons was acknowledged as an exemplary leader in his community as well as on his football team. “He prides himself on integrity, inclusivity, and giving back to others by showing younger players the ropes and leading by example both on and off the field,” said BP football coach Phil Peckich, who nominated Simmons. Simmons extends his influence off the field by being an active member of the Best
ting better and better every game. “Liam is a great player and probably the best shooter I’ve had inmycoachingcareer.Rightnow, he’s getting a lot of looks from D3 programs but he has the potential to go higher if his ball handling and defensive skills improve.” Carter Gould has matched Sheely in offensive output. He also garnered a spot on the all-tournament team during the Great 8 Classic. A sharpshooter, he buried five, 3-pointers in the first half of the victory against the Black Hawks and then dropped 11 treys against the Falcons, two shy of a WPIAL record. Gould finished with 37 points in the triumph played at Connellsville. “Carter can shoot it too,” said David. “He’s playing well and working hard on finishing at the rim and his passing. “We’re all trying to get better and improve,” David added. Jacob Zaber is another key component for the Blue Devils. A sophomore, he suffered a concussion in the loss to Norwin and has just returned to the lineup at point guard. He tossed in 11 points against Connellsville. “Having him back is really big,” David said. “Jacob makes a big difference as far as our speed and defense are concerned.” In Zaber’s absence, Santino Fiumara has filled in admirably. Fiumara is a junior guard. “Santino has done a great job. A wonderful job,” David emphasized. “He’s another guy that had ankle surgery and missed all of
Buddies Club where he works with and develops connections with students who have special needs and disabilities. He also volunteers at his church in the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish. A senior offensive lineman, Hiser is a true leader for his football team and community. He is an active leader in school as a member of the National Honor Society. Additionally, he volunteers at the Veterans Rock Concert and the Miracle League of Pittsburgh. He also mentors youth during football and elementary school activities. According to his coaches, in-
cluding skipper Marty Spieler, Hiser is always willing to take on a leadership role to help mentor others no matter the situation. Simmons and Hiser were selected from a highly competitive field of applicants for their efforts that went beyond the playing field and epitomized Bettis, the former Pittsburgh Steeler known for his philanthropy and mentorship. “I give back because of what I was given,” said Bettis, who helped the Steelers win Super Bowl XL in his hometown of Detroit. “As a young athlete,
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I benefited from mentorship both on and off the field. “Throughout my career, I strived to be a positive influence on my teammates and in my community. I firmly believe sports—and athletes in particular—have the power to
make a lasting impact on their schools and communities,” he said, adding that he was excited to have his name connected to the award that recognizes the peer leadership of high school athletes in the area.
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program at Mt. Lebanon, where he finished fifth a few times at the state level. “Coach Allemang has been a part of my whole life and Coach Daffinee has really stepped up to assure we are successful this season,” Gibbons said. “The greatest lessons that I have learned have been Carter Gould makes his move in Mt. Lebanon’s win against Bethel Park. Gould is one of Lebo’s sharpshooters, having scored 15 points off five, 3-point field goals against the Black Hawks. He knocked down 11 treys and finished with 37 tallies in a follow-up win, 83-36, against Connellsville.
last summer but has come back stronger. We have the world of confidence in him.” The Blue Devils also have faith in starters Patrick Smith and Ryan Kokot as well as Dane Barber and Max Hergenroeder not to mention Nikhil Cherukuvada, Braylon Harris, Maxton Siegel andMichaelDavenport-Thomas. “Patrick has played well underneath for us,” David said. “Ryan and Dane have played great roles and done great things for us.” Otto Muth is one of the team’s five seniors along with Kokot, Sheely, Gould and Smith while Matthew Miracle, Sawyer Shestak, Owen Hackworth, Griffin Bergstresser, Colton Sempanco, Travis Barber and Nick
Martin display a wealth of talent as a sophomore grouping. Callahan Klaphake as one of the team’s two freshmen along with Harris, round out the varsity roster. “They are all dedicated to what we are doing with basketball and all,” David said. David mentioned, too, how the trip to Missouri proved a “great bonding” experience as the players took in the sights, ate meals together and participated in offcourt activities such as bowling. “It was a great trip and I liked how we competed. We had a great team effort in everything we did. “I think down the road it will help us because it was playing two away games. We were on the road, kids had to adjust to roommates and we all were hanging out together as a team. It was a great tournament for us and great preparation for the playoffs.”
Cole Gibbons prepares to leave the mat after putting the finishing touches on a technical fall victory during dual meet competition against Fox Chapel. Though Gibbons posted a 20-4 victory, Mt. Lebanon dropped the match to the Foxes, 42-34.
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FROM PAGE B1 club in his career. His goal total and his 173 appearances for the Riverhounds — fifth in club history — are both the most all-time by a Pittsburgh native for the team. Mertz becomes the 12th
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from my father. The main thing is your mentality on and off the mat. On the mat, you have a different attitude. You want to beat up the guy. But you want to be a great person off the mat. I hope people think that about me.” Mindset, Gibbons concluded, is the “hardest part” of wrestling. “You are out there alone,” he said. “In the spotlight literally.”
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player from the 2025 USL Championship-winning squad under contract for the Hounds’ title defense next year, which will begin March 7 when the team travels to face the Charleston Battery in the 2026 season opener. Prior to his professional career, Mertz played four years of college soccer at the University of Michigan. He garnered All-America honors as well as multiple BigTen and team accolades. He gained those distinctions – regional as well as national All-America acclaim from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America – while leading Upper St. Clair High School to back-to-back PIAA state championships in 2012 and 2013. He earned Gatorade Player of the Year laurels in Pennsylvania in 2014 and 2015. Mertz was inducted into the USC sports Hall of Fame in 2022. The son of Rob and Kelly Mertz of Upper St. Clair is married to Kate Morris, who played for the University of North Carolina. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Callahan Lewis, into the world on June 5, 2025.
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THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME A hometown return for ‘Wicked’s’ longest-running cast member By Stephanie Kalina-Metzger If you haven’t heard of “Wicked” by now, you might be living under a house. The Tony–winning musical, based on Gregory Maguire’s bestselling 1995 novel, has become a pop culture phenomenon and now ranks as the fourth-longest running show in Broadway history. “Wicked” returns to the Benedum Center starting Wednesday and continues through Feb. 15. It reimagines what transpired in the Land of Oz before Dorothy arrived and reveals what happens when a smart, feisty, misunderstood green-skinned young woman crosses paths with a bubbly and popular blonde. Their unlikely friendship leaves audiences contemplating how heroes and villains are created.
going on stage and my heart pounds,” he said.
It gets physical
Performing in “Wicked” is demanding, according to Wirick, who appears in eight shows a week, six days a week. “The only significant break was during COVID when we halted production for 15 months,” he noted, adding that it’s hard on the body, especially as he grows older. “I started this when I was 21 and am 37 now,” he said. Wirick makes it a point to get to the production early. “A lot of it is mental and I get overwhelmed by the energy before and during the show and this enables me to have quiet, almost meditative time in the dressing room before the three-hour production,” he said. Wirick’s role offers room for individuality, so he’s always honing his talent and Performing from the it never gets old. beginning “There are plenty of places to add more style, so I have lots of artistic libUniontown native Justin Wirick has erty,” he said. been with the musical from the very beginning and has remained in the Touring across the country multi-faceted track throughout his entire Wirick’s favorite region to tour is the tenure with “Wicked.” West, but Uniontown still holds a special “My track is called the ‘tumble track’ place in his heart. because there are two parts in the show “Traveling helps me appreciate what where I tumble,” said Wirick, who plays I had growing up; the Laurel Highlands a flying monkey, a student, a citizen of is beautiful,” he said. Rather than fly, he Emerald City and an Ozian guard. often drives from city to city. “I love drivA 2006 graduate of Laurel Highlands ing and being outdoors,” he said, menSenior High School, Wirick’s love of per- tioning that his parents often joined him forming began at an early age at the Gin- on the road. ny Tanner Dance Studio in Uniontown. Wirick said that he’s looking forward “I always loved gymnastics--flipping to returning to Uniontown. around the living room and jumping on a “We performed (in Pittsburgh) in trampoline--when my mom came across 2011, 2018 and now 2026,” he said, addan ad in the newspaper for an all-boys ing that he’s alerted his friends and famitumbling class,” he recalled. ly that this may be their last chance to see Wirick was 6 at the time and every year him perform in the touring production of after he learned a different dance genre. “Wicked.” Before long, he was hoisting girls and partnering. “By the time I was 11, I was Thanks for the support Wirick never loses sight of those who in ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary and supported him along the way, from entering dance competitions,” he said. When he was 16, Wirick saw “Wicked” his parents Linda and Brian Wirick, to Penny Koza of the Koza and Company and yearned to be a part of it. “It was a goal of mine and at the top of Dance Studio, Ginny Tanner at the Ginny Tanner Dance Studio and Dave Higmy pyramid,” he said. At age 18, he took off for Los Angeles, a inbotham—his partnering and tumbling move that served him well and led him to instructor in the early years--and Kris where he is today. Wirick can’t help but Limbers, owner of Dynastar Tumbling. As the longest running cast member in feel that performing is in his blood. “My parents always enjoyed music any “Wicked” production in the world, and karaoke and my grandmother, who Wirick understands that he is in a very passed before I was born, was a dancer,” special place. “For me, it’s been a dream come true. he said. Yet, even after thousands of perfor- I’ve found a way to keep myself creatively stimulated in this monster of a show. mances, he still gets jitters. “Even though I’ve performed about It’s allowed me to have a wonderful life in 5,000 times, I still get nervous before the arts,” he said.
COURTESY OF JUSTIN WIRICK
ABOVE: Justin Wirick has been with the national tour of “Wicked” since 2010. BELOW: Jessie Davidson, left, as Elphaba and Zoe Jensen as Glinda, in the national tour of “Wicked”
JOAN MARCUS
what’s happening BLOOD DRIVES The following blood drives will be held at: Venice Presbyterian Church located at 3694 Millers Run Road from noon to 2 p.m. on Jan. 20; Center Presbyterian Church located at 255 Center Church Road from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 23; Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center in Washington from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 14 and 29; Penn West University’s Natali Student Center in California from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29; Steel City Harley Davidson (upstairs showroom), 1375 Washington Road from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 31. Visit vitalant.org to make an appointment or call 877-2584825.
FOOD GALA WOMEN of Southwestern PA Inc., an all-volunteer nonprofit, will hold its 17th Symphony of Food Gala at Bella Sera Event Venue on Friday, Jan. 30. The event’s emcee will be Ashley Dougherty, WTAE-TV meteorologist. The organization supports women and children in need in Southwestern Pennsylvania, and has donated more than $1.2 million to local nonprofits over the past 25 years. Tickets and more information
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RECYCLE Christmas trees can be dropped off in Upper St. Clair for recycling until Jan. 31. Trees should be undecorated and placed in the small parking lot across from the public works building located on Truxton Drive. Allegheny County residents can dispose of Christmas trees in South Park at the Brightstar parking lot, located at the corner of Corrigan and McConkey drives until Jan. 18. All lights, decorations, tinsel and stands must be removed from trees.
from 9 a.m. to noon and reopen from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 31 at 618 Washington Ave. in Carnegie. Used books, from bestsellers to children’s stories, puzzles and costume jewelry will be available for purchase along with other miscellaneous items. Cash only for purchases. Donations will be accepted. Call 412-279-1944 for more information. Church services are held at 10 a.m. every Sunday. Coffee hour follows.
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Trees will be mulched and used for projects throughout the municipality and park.
A Jewish comedy night, featuring Ami Kozak, will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 15. Address will be provided upon RSVP.
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Couvert is $54. Early bird pricing is $45 before Jan. 15.
Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa, a six-week course on the real-life questions Jews asked sages across history, will be held from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 21 at the Chabad of the South Hills located at 1700 Bower Hill Road in Scott Township Visit www.chabadsh.com, email rabbi@chabadsh.com or call 412-512-3046 to register or for further information.
BOOK SALE The Church of the Atonement’s annual book and jewelry sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 30 and
Purchase tickets at Chabadsh. com/comedy/. The live show blends standup, spot-on impressions and music and is sponsored by Chabad of the South Hills, Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh, Stand With Us and Jewish Chronicle.
PBPS MEETS Plant Based Pittsburgh South holds its monthly meetings at 6 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at Sunnyhill Church, 1240 Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon. The Jan. 19 gathering will be a plant-based potluck. Bring a
whole food plant-based dish to share along with a printed recipe or recipe link. Contact naomiherman@msn. com for more information.
PT REC Session I for programs offered by the Peters Township recreation center has begun. Register at www.peterstownhip.com or call 724-942-5000 for details. Starting this month are: Cricut and Silhouette, where participants learn how to work with craft-cutting machines and with items such as paper, fabric and vinyl among others. Classes are held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Feb. 24. Cost is $50 members ($75 nonmembers) with an additional $25 materials fee. Basketball, sponsored by Jump Start Sports, is held Tuesdays. Ages 2 to 3 meet at 5 p.m. Ages 4 to 5 meet at 5:30 p.m. Ages 6 to 8 gather at 6:30 p.m. Fee is $100 ($150 nonmembers). Safe Sitter Class from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 26 and 27. The first session is held at the recreation center and the second session is held at the Peters Township Fire Station, located at 245 E. McMurray Road. Students in grades six through eight are eligible for this course, which will instruct on safety when home alone watching siblings or while babysitting others. Emergency skills, including CPR, will be
taught. Fee is $65 ($97.50 nonmembers).
SAT PREP An SAT practice test will be offered at 2 p.m. Jan. 25 at the Peters Township recreation center. Check-in is at 1:30 p.m. The scores-back workshop will follow at 7 p.m. Jan. 28. Students gain insight into strengths and identify areas for improvement to guide them through their test prep journey. The program is offered in conjunction with the Hunting Learning Center. Fee is $145 members ($218 nonmembers). Call 724-942-2890 or visit HuntingtonHelps.com for more details.
LUNCHEON A seniors luncheon will be held at 1 p.m. Jan. 14 at the Chabad of the South Hills located at 1701 McFarland Road in Mt. Lebanon. In addition to lunch, tips will be offered for maintaining good posture as one ages. Suggested donation is $5. The event is wheelchair accessible. Call 412-278-2658 to RSVP or for more information.
CHABAD CAMP Registration is being accepted for Camp Gan Izzy and early bird pricing is available until March 15. The summer Jewish camp
experience of fun in the South Hills is offered from July 6 through 17 for ages 5 to 11. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. The camp features Jewish themes, swimming, weekly trips, sports, science, baking, and crafts administered by an experienced staff. Registration at chabadsh.com/ cgi For more details email: hindy@chabadsh.com or call 412-344-2424.
COIN CLUB The South Hills Coin Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at the Bethel Park municipal building located at 5100 West Library Ave. All members and the general public can attend. The program will be on early copper coins. A 50/50 will be offered and children’s prizes awarded. Applications are being accepted for membership. Call 724-984-6611 for details.
COIN SHOW The South Hills Coin Club will hold its 66th annual coin show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Crown Plaza Hotel and Suites-Pittsburgh South located at 164 Fort Couch Road. Admission is free as is the parking. Call 412-854-4022 or email dale827@verizon.net for further details.
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MERCEDES BENZ 2002 E-320 SEL - Good condition. New battery. $2,300 or best offer. 412-445-5874 FORD 1988 F-700 BUCKET TRUCK - 4-speed with 370 cubic gas engine, 75,000 miles. Good condition. $16,000. 724-663-4307
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1 Duratrax Warhead EVO Nitro and 1 Traxxas Revo Nitro, plus lots of parts. $500 for both. 412-849-6903 (no texts) Ridged 300 pipe Threader with tri-pod, pump pot, 6 dies $2,500 or best offer 724-328-1825 Ridged Sewer machine series 1500, 1/4” rod (12) $1,500 or best ofer 724-328-1825
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Sprowls City Appliance 996 W. Chestnut St., Wash., PA 724-225-5760 www.sprowlscity.com
CHIPPER - 2008 Bandit Model 200xp Chipper Kubota, 4 cylinder diesel with electric brakes. Good condition. $16,000. 724-663-4307
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CHEVROLET 1993 CAMARO Z28 Meticulously kept, 6-speed manual transmission, 383 LT1 stroker crate motor. MSD ignition professionally done. Many extras. Original engine goes with it, too. $20,100. 724-579-3786. CHEVROLET 1984 CORVETTE V8, t-tops. $4,500. 724-350-2429 FORD 1987 MUSTANG 5.0, 5-speed. Needs work. $4,950. Call Jim, 412-720-4012
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4-Wheel Drives
Builders/Remodelers
Builders/Remodelers
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS COMPLETE HOME REMODELING
Game rooms * Entrance Ways * Backsplashes * Countertops * Drywall * Wood Flooring Specializing in Ceramic Tile & Marble
AUDI
HONDA
453 Racetrack Road,Washington, PA
866-414-9744
106 Harper Drive Belle Vernon, PA 15012
BUICK
www.charperhonda.com
AUDI WASHINGTON
www.audiwashington.com
BUDD BAER BUICK
83 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA
724-929-8000 Ext. 227 Chuck Calcek
WASHINGTON HONDA Rt. 19, Strabane Square Washington, PA 15301
SOLOMON BUICK
www.washhonda.com
724-966-2600
solomonautogroup.com
HYUNDAI
CHEVROLET
305 WashingtonRd. Rt. 19 at Strabane Square Washington, PA
249 Roy E. Furman Hwy. Waynesburg, PA 15370
www.washhyundai.com
BORTZ CHEVROLET 724-627-6171
Plumbing
ATV’s
Vehicles Wanted
JEEP 2017 WRANGLER Never off road, family owned, many extras, 149,000 miles. $14,900. 412-217-6666
Antiques/Classics
www.rotolomotors.com
BUICK 1980 RIVIERA COUPE FWD, Automatic, 5.7L V8 350 engine, 79,000 original miles; Updated air shocks; Tires have less than 1,000 miles; New battery; AC works well; Car was inspected in July 2024 then garage kept with minimal drive time. Car is in very good condition - starts, runs and drives very nice! Thirteen digit VIN number is legitimate, but unable to be searched on car sites. Car cover is included. $6,700 or best offer. Interested buyers please email jmizia@aecgroup.com, or call or text 412-951-0006 with questions.
SOLOMON JEEP
Motorcycles
WASHINGTON HYUNDAI 724-222-2216
JEEP
www.bortzchevy.com
ROTOLO’S JEEP
COLUSSY CHEVROLET
58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022
3073 Washington Pk. Bridgeville, PA 15017
888-269-6183
412-564-9829
www.colussy.com
SOLOMON CHEVROLET
1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA www.solmonchevy.com
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA724-966-2600 www.solomonauto.com
SUN CHEVROLET
SOLOMON JEEP
724-602-4678
Route 19, McMurray, PA
HANDICAP WHEELCHAIR VAN wanted. Call 412-818-7711.
Air Conditioning / Heating Coleman Mitchell Heating & Cooling 412-21-248 or 724-745-7422 www.colemanmitchell.com
Rt. 40 & 43, Brownsville, PA
724-941-5160
724-785-8000
www.sunchevy.com
WASHINGTON CHEVROLET
SOUTH HILLS JEEP
www.washingtonchevy.com
www.southhillsauto.com
724-222-2800
CHRYSLER
Shearer Heating-Cooling
www.solomonauto.com
Intersection of Rt. 19, I-79 & I-70, Exit 19A Washington, PA
3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317
724-941-4300
2022 HARLEY DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE - Have title. Garage kept, original owner, 3,300 miles, Steel City Harley serviced. $16,500. 724-809-6772
Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA
724-785-8000
www.solomonauto.com
SOUTH HILLS KIA 724-942-3000
RV’s for Sale
LINCOLN
HOLIDAY RAMBLER 2001 30 feet, 5th wheel trailer, all season. $3,000 724-747-6037 or724-986-3017
3644 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 www.southhillsauto.com
SOLOMON CHRYSLER
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA
724-966-2600
www.solomonauto.com
SOUTH HILLS LINCOLN Route 19, McMurray, PA
SOUTH HILLS CHRYSLER
724-941-1600
3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317
www.southhillslincoln.net
724-941-4300
www.southhillsauto.com
MAZDA
DODGE
83 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA
BUDD BAER MAZDA
ROTOLO’S DODGE
724-993-4430
888-269-6183
MERCEDES-BENZ
58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022
www.buddbaermazda.com
www.rotolomotors.com
JOHN SISSON MERCEDES-BENZ
SOLOMON DODGE
Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA
724-785-8000
www.solomonauto.com
JOHN SISSON NISSAN
SOUTH HILLS DODGE
470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s, Washington, PA
724-941-4300
www.johnssissonnissan.com
3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317 www.southhillsauto.com
724-223-8600
RAM
FIAT
ROTOLO’S RAM
SOUTH HILLS FIAT
3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317
724-941-4300
2020 KZ SPORTSMAN CLASSIC 170MB - With Murphy bed/sofa. Used very lightly. No time, plans have changed. Must go. $11,900. 724-986-2802
Miscellaneous
www.johnsissonmercedes.com
58 Route 88, North Charleroi, PA 15022
SUBARU 2012 IMPREZZA For parts only. $500. 412-403-3182
Looking for a new home?
You’ve come to the right place
888-269-6183
www.southhillsauto.com
Jim Murray Auto Service, Inc. Full auto repair, inspections and more. 122 E. Railroad St. 15301 724-222-1350
Deadline For The Almanac Classified Display and Line Ads is Thursday 10AM
www.rotolomotors.com
FORD
743 E. High Street, Waynesburg, PA
724-627-3151
www.foxfordwaynesburg.com
724-966-2600
SOLOMON FORD
SOLOMON RAM
724-785-5500
724-785-8000
Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA
Routes 40 & 43 Brownsville, PA
www.solomonauto.com
www.solomonauto.com
STAR LAKE FORD
SOUTH HILLS RAM
1212 S. in front of Main St
724-947-3381
3344 Washington Rd, McMurray, PA 15317
724-941-4300
www.starlakeford.com
www.southhillsauto.com
WASHINGTON FORD
507 Washington Road, Rt. 19, Washington, PA
SUBARU
www.washingtonford.com
71 Murtland Avenue, Washington, PA
GMC
www.buddbaersubaru.com
888-706-6128
BUDD BAER SUBARU
83 Murtland Ave. Washington Pa
724-249-6047
TOYOTA
SOLOMON GMC
2403 Washington Road Canonsburg, PA 15317
SOUTH HILLS TOYOTA
www.buddbaergm.com 1777 McClellandtown Rd, McClellandtown, PA
724-602-4678
solomonautogroup.com
HARLEY DAVIDSON STEEL CITY HARLEY DAVIDSON
724-743-1144
www.southhillstoyota.com
VOLKSWAGEN
THREE RIVERS VOLKSWAGEN
1375 Washington Road, Washington, PA
3694 Washington Road, McMurray, PA
www.steelcitymotorcycles.com
www.3riversvw.com
724-225-7020
724-941-6100
Pre-owned dealers OLIVERIO AUTO
THREE RIVERS AUTO SALES
724-926-2155
724-338-2923
1110 Laurel Hill Road McDonald, PA 15057 www.oliverioauto.com
30 South Central Avenue Canonsburg, PA 15317 www.3riversvw.com
PREMIERE AUTO SALES
TREGEMBO MOTORS
724-223-0600
724-239-2200
667 E. Maiden St., Washington, PA www.premiereautosales.com
I-70 Exit 32B, Bentleyville, PA www.tregembomotors.com
RT. 18 HOMES AUTO SALES
WARNE MOTORS INC.
724-225-5308
724-746-5956
107 East Pike Street Canonsburg, PA
www.johnwarnemotors.com
Lawn Care DWR SERVICE
snow removal, dog waste removal, weekly mowing and fall clean ups 412-651-4836
Rollier’s Hardware
We carry everything you nedd: Electric, Plumbing, Paint, Housewares, Lawn & Garden, Pets, Lumber. Convenience Store & Seasonal 600 Washington Road Mt. Lebanon, PA 412-561-0922
Painting PAINTING & CARPENTRY
• Experienced • Professional • Highest Quality • Guaranteed Work • Interior & Exterior • Insured Deakin Painting 412-897-6709
PA#023168
Tree Services
724-746-8733 (TREE)
CLASSIFIEDS
• SHINGLE • SLATE • TILE & FLAT ROOF REPAIR SPECIALISTS • ROOF VENTILATION • SEAMLESS GUTTERS & BOX GUTTERS • SIDING • SOFFIT & FASCIA • CHIMNEY REPAIRS • BRICK POINTING • PAINTING & PLASTERING • PRESSURE WASHING • Roof & Gutter Tune-ups • (Replacements & Repairs)
• Emergency Repairs • Insurance Claims • Lifetime Roofing Replacements
Gutter Cleaning, Screening & Faster Systems
Call or Text:
412-580-3985
• FREE ESTIMATES • NO DOWN PAYMENT • FULLY INSURED • SENIOR DISCOUNTS • 49+ YEARS EXPERIENCE • GOLD AWARD WINNER • PA025689
724-222-0700
BUDD BAER GMC
Consulting, Painting, Plumbing, Electrical and More. Fully Insured. Award-Winning Service PA076865 Call Brian 412-216-1098
Fully Insured Free Estimates
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA www.solomonauto.com
Your All-in-One Expert Solution!
KEN’S TREE SERVICE
SOLOMON RAM
FOX FORD
SPICE IT UP HANDYMAN AND CONSULTING
84 AGWAY Stop by and see us! Not just a feed store anymore. 1025 Rt. 519, 84 PA 724-222-0600
NISSAN
www.solomonauto.com
General Services
Miscellaneous
724-206-6000
470 Washington Road Adjacent to Gabriel’s,
724-966-2600
KAWASAKI 2007 VULCAN 2000 Classic LT, excellent condition, 8,900 miles $7,000 724-222-6767 KAWASAKI Vulcan 2006 original owner, 8,500 miles. Weekend cruiser, well maintained, excellent condition, Blue, Extras windsheild, saddle bags, sissy bar, driver’s backrest. $4,700 412-885-0482
Parts & Accessories
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA
SOLOMON DODGE
Sales & Service “BIG On Service” 724-222-1830 or 724-745-3361 Shearerhvac.com
2022 CF MOTO Z800 TRAIL Well maintained, 500 easy miles, never abused, senior owned, lots extras. Was $8,500. Now $8,000. Trailer available. Jay, 724-673-3993
KIA
SOLOMON CHRYSLER
www.18autosales.com
Plumbing
724-222-2213
2605 E Roy Furman Hwy, Carmichaels, PA
940 Henderson Ave., Washington, PA
Gilbert Tile (412) 341-5955
C. HARPER HONDA
www.buddbaergm.com
724-249-6047
No Job Too Small * Insured * Free Estimates * Reasonable www.gilbert-tile.com PA010192
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