After sharing some thoughts and a picture of my father and me with you last week, I felt it was only fitting that my son share his words about the amazing blessing that both the Webb and Raemore families were awaiting. I’ll catch up with you next week. ~ Jim Webb Jr. now officially Papa Jim.
I’m currently in a state where I really hope I’m not dreaming, because I can’t believe or fathom how thankful and grateful I am.
On January 10, 2026, my wife and I welcomed James “Beau” Webb into the world. Like everything throughout the pregnancy (and just like his mom), he did everything on his time — when he was ready. Beau made his debut at 1:38 a.m., weighing 6 lbs. 10 oz. and measuring 20.5 inches long. Mom and baby are both doing wonderfully.
I truly can’t put into words how much of a rockstar Lauren is. I didn’t think it was possible to love her more than I already did, but somehow this entire process proved me wrong. She’s already the best mom in the world and genuinely my best friend. I’m so excited to start this next chapter with her, and I’m incredibly grateful that I get to lean on her when I don’t always know exactly what to do.
Beau has already perfected the art of staying up all night and keeping us on our toes. Lauren and I are currently doing overnight shifts to make sure he’s taken care of. His favorite thing right now is definitely his mom and second place is probably me holding him while we dance around the house — whether I’m singing “Beau Beau the Dino” or we’re jamming out to “Renegade” by Styx.
Beau is already super spoiled, and his grandparents are making sure he has more than enough of everything he could ever need. We’re beyond thankful to have a village and so much support to help us take care of our guy and make sure he’s getting everything he needs.
But one thing did have to happen eau s first agles game that he watched they lost. Honestly, that s probably for the best. We don’t want to spoil him too much. He needs to learn early what it’s like to be a Philly fan. I can’t wait to have the Phillies break our hearts together one day, too.
I also want to give a huge thank you to all of the hospital sta at M illiamsport. verything we experienced and the care we received was truly topnotch. They went above and beyond — not only in care but also in educa-
tion. They walked us through everything, gave us courses and guidance, and helped us feel so much more prepared to head home with our newest family member. (I would recommend some comfier beds for dads, but I guess I’m not allowed to complain.)
And of course, Buck (our Heinz 57 everything pup) is already in love with his little brother. He stands guard outside the nursery, making sure Beau is safe. He’s been incredibly gentle and careful anytime he’s near the baby, and the second Beau starts crying, Buck is right there making sure everything is OK. I’m so excited for those two to grow up and be best friends.
Going through this experience and being in the delivery room supporting Lauren is something I will never forget. veryone kept saying, “Just wait until you hold him for the first time.” Those people were right — and then some. Beau is the first baby I ve ever held, but let me tell you — the second that little guy was in my arms, I felt something I’ve never felt before.
The song “Whoever You Turn Out to e” by uke ombs really epitomizes
that feeling. You look at him, and you see his whole life ahead of him. You think about what you want for him, what you hope for him, and all the things you dream he’ll become. But the song also reminds you that no matter what he does, it’ll be the greatest thing in the world in your eyes — because you’ll love him for exactly who he is.
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“ hildren are a heritage from the ord, o spring a reward from him.” Psalm 127:3
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Cabin Fever Busters: Fun Indoor Activities for Kids
Winter has a sneaky way of trapping kids indoors with way too much energy and not nearly enough space to use it. When snow days, icy sidewalks, or winter germs keep families inside, boredom can strike fast. The good news? With a little creativity (and very little prep), indoor time can turn into some of the most fun — and memorable — parts of winter.
If you’re staring down a long afternoon and hearing the dreaded words “I’m bored,” here are plenty of kid-approved ideas to help the hours fly by.
Game Time to the Rescue
Board games and card games are a winter staple for a reason. For younger kids, games like Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, Guess Who, Uno, and Trouble are easy wins. Older kids might enjoy Monopoly, Clue, Scrabble, or Apples to Apples.
Don’t forget about puzzles — jigsaw puzzles, logic puzzles, or even word searches can be worked on over multiple days, giving kids something to return to again and again.
Family Movie Days (or Mini Film Festivals)
Winter is prime time for movie marathons. Let kids help choose a theme — animated favorites, superheroes, Disney classics, or a full movie series — and make it an event. Spread blankets on the floor, pop popcorn, and declare a pajama-only dress code.
Crafts, Crafts, and More Crafts
You don’t need fancy supplies to keep kids crafting for hours. Construction paper, markers, glue, tape, and scissors can go a long way. Try: aper snowflakes and winter scenes – Homemade cards for friends or grandparents
Bonus: cooking builds math skills, reading skills, and confidence and the house smells amazing when you’re done.
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When kids can’t run outside, bring the movement indoors. Ideas include:
– Dance parties with favorite songs
– Kids’ yoga or movement videos
alloon volleyball or keep-the-ball-o -thefloor games
– A simple obstacle course using pillows, chairs, and blankets
Quiet-Time Activities for Slower Moments
– Paint-by-number or coloring books – Friendship bracelets or bead necklaces
– DIY puppets made from socks or paper bags
Many crafts double as fridge art — or keepsakes you’ll be glad you saved later.
Reading (Without Complaints)
Cozy winter days are perfect for reading time. Younger kids may enjoy being read to, while older kids can dive into chapter books, graphic novels, or comic collections. Create a reading nook with pillows and blankets to make it extra inviting.
Audiobooks are another great option, especially for reluctant readers or kids who want to relax while listening.
Kid-Friendly Cooking & Baking
The kitchen can become a winter activity hub. Let kids help measure ingredients, stir batter, or decorate cookies and cupcakes. Simple projects like mini pizzas, no-bake treats, or homemade trail mix are easy and fun.
Not every activity needs to be loud or high-energy. Coloring books, sticker books, Lego builds, Play-Doh, magnet tiles, and brain teasers are perfect for calmer parts of the day — or when parents need a breather.
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Some of the best winter memories come from slowing down. Build a blanket fort, sip hot chocolate, read stories together, or spend an afternoon playing pretend. Not every moment needs to be scheduled to be meaningful. When winter weather keeps kids indoors, mixing active play with quiet time can make the days feel balanced and manageable. Let kids help choose activities, lower the pressure to be productive, and remember — these cozy, chaotic winter days often turn into the memories everyone laughs about later.
I also want to take a moment to congratulate ‘Little’ Jimmy and Lauren on their new addition. Beau is adorable and it’s amazing to see the Webb family expanding! I remember when Jimmy was still little enough for the activities above, so it’s pretty wild that he’s starting his own family. I know him and Lauren will be amazing parents!
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Hot on the heels of the highly successful 25th Anniversary Celebration, the Uptown Music Collective will return to the Journey Bank Community rts enter stage for its first major performance of 2026. “Back to the Garage: Songs That Rocked the 2000s” — a one-night-only concert — is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan-
uary 24. The show, which is presented in partnership with UPMC North Central Pa. and UPMC Health Plan, was chosen through the UMC’s annual People’s Choice online voting event last summer. It will feature 23 student performers aged 11 to 18, supported by the school’s student-led technical crew. This is also the school’s annual fundraising performance, which raises
money for the school’s scholarship and financial aid fund, in addition to the Collective’s other free programs.
“Back to the Garage” explores the wave of rock music that defined the early 2000s — a sound that blended emotional honesty, youthful rebellion and unapologetically loud guitars. The set list includes songs made famous by artists like Green Day, Blink-182, My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Paramore, Yellowcard, Avril Lavigne and more — music that shaped a generation and continues to connect deeply with young musicians today.
“The themes of this show are universal,” said UMC Founder and Executive Director Dave Brumbaugh. “Every generation finds its own sound, but the thread is so often the same — that deep vein of angst and feeling misunderstood, where music becomes the place young people recognize themselves in one another. I’m sure this music was that force for many of our students’ parents, and I think they’ll love watching their kids feel it with the same passion they did at that age.”
Audiences can expect an evening packed with songs like The Rock Show (Blink 182), In Too Deep (Sum 41), Misery Business (Paramore), Welcome to the Black Parade (My Chemical Romance), The Middle (Jimmy Eat World), Sk8er Boi (Avril Lavigne), Sugar, We’re Goin Down (Fall Out
Boy), and more — played loud, with passion and with all the joyful intensity of young musicians who grew up loving this music (even if most of it came out before they were born).
Collective students have been diligently preparing for this event for more than two months. Along with the music, there will be a professional-grade light and sound show, organized by the students themselves, who work alongside the professionals at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center. As with all Uptown Music Collective performances, the students are not only the performers but also the directors of the show. A group of younger students, or “Tech Monkeys,” will serve as stage technicians and spotlight operators. The cast for the show is drawn from the Uptown Music Collective’s much-heralded “Special Performance Group 1.”
This show is directed by Uptown Music Collective senior Mackenzie Hakes (South Williamsport Area High School), along with Ella Hertwig (Loyalsock Township High School) and Elle Donlin (Stanford Online High School). The show’s leadership committee consists of UMC students Matthew Bellino and Nick Willoughby (Danville Area High School); Lila Butters, Jake Butters and Jocelyn Moser (Loyalsock Township High School); Caiden Scarfo and
Cash Street (Williamsport Area High School); Hailey Campbell (Montgomery Area High School); Christian Williams (Walnut Street Christian School); and Rian Gephart (Montoursville Area High School).
“I’m very excited to direct this as my senior show,” Hakes said. “I grew up listening to bands like Blink-182 and My Chemical Romance, so this show has a special nostalgia factor for me, and I hope it resonates the same with the audience. This show is going to be very high energy and exciting, and I can t wait to see the final product onstage. My fellow directors and I have put a lot of work into this show, so we are very excited for the audience to see what we’ve been working on. Showcasing this era of music is something the Collective has never done before, so this sure will surely be a historic presentation.”
Additional partners and sponsors for this performance include Chartwell Hotels, KFC of Williamsport, Blaise
Alexander Family Dealerships, The Kiessling Group of Janney Montgomery Scott, Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital, Woodlands Bank, Miele Amusements, The Brickyard Restaurant and Ale House, The Stonehouse Wood Fired Pizza and Pasteria, The Crooked Goose, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Roche Financial Inc., The Hartman Group, Hudock Capital Group, and Beiter’s Furniture, Mattress and Appliance. Media sponsors include Backyard Broadcasting, the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Lamar Advertising, 92.1 WSQV, NorthCentralPa.com and The Graphic Hive. For more details about “Back to the Garage: Songs That Rocked the 2000s,” as well as ticket information, visit uptownmusic.org/thegarage or caclive.com/umc. Check out the Collective s o cial acebook page, as well as other Collective social media outlets, for teasers, previews, behind-the-scenes info and more from the performance.
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Castle Rocks at Lycoming County’s Edge
By Blair Steward
The morning mist clings to ancient sandstone towers like ghostly fingers, and for a moment, you could swear you’ve stumbled into the ruins of a forgotten kingdom hidden deep in Pennsylvania’s wild heart.
Castle Rocks rises from the steep gorge of Rauchtown Run like nature’s own medieval fortress, each weathered spire telling stories written in stone across millions of years. These towering formations, carved from the resilient Bald Eagle sandstone, stand sentinel over one of the most dramatic geological displays in our region, where Clinton County meets the ancient boundaries of Lycoming’s original territory.
The rocks themselves are masterpieces of patient destruction. What we see today emerged through countless cycles of frost action, where water seeps into natural fractures during autumn rains, freezes through bitter winter nights, and expands with enough force to split massive blocks from the parent stone. Over thousands of seasons, this relentless process isolated individual pillars, creating the castle-like silhouettes that gave these formations their evocative name.
From the overlook along the Mid State Trail, the vista opens onto Rauchtown Run’s steepwalled gorge, where spring-fed waters have carved their way through the side of Nippenose Mountain for millennia. The northern
hardwood forest that blankets the bottomland creates a living tapestry that shifts from the delicate greens of spring emergence through summer’s deep emerald to autumn’s explosive display of gold and crimson.
This spring, I plan to “through hike” the entire Pennsylvania Mid State Trail unassisted, and Castle Rocks represents one of the most anticipated highlights of that 327-mile journey through some of the Commonwealth’s wildest terrain.
The geological story here connects directly to Lycoming County’s own landscape. When Lycoming County formed in 1795, its boundaries stretched much farther east than today, encompassing the very land where Castle Rocks now draws visitors from across Pennsylvania. The 1839 formation of Clinton County shifted political boundaries, but the underlying geological forces that created both counties’ dramatic topography remain unchanged.
avens historically nested in these cli faces, their deep calls echoing o stone walls in a sound that early settlers found both haunting and magnificent. These intelligent birds, larger than their crow cousins and possessed of an almost supernatural ability to navigate the area’s complex terrain, became the namesake for both the rock formations and the state park that protects them.
The recreational infrastructure that allows modern visitors to experience Castle Rocks emerged from one of America’s most am-
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Jean L. Fox, 81, of Williamsport
Susan L Rook (Sue) of Williamsport
Katie E. Stoltzfus, 82 of Mill Hall
Carlyle Frederick Engel Jr., 88, of Williamsport
Eldon B. Rider, 94, of Montoursville
Eleanor B. Cannon, 92, formerly of Milton
Gary Sherwood Feist (aka Hawkeye), 75, of Nisbet
William H. Kilpatrick Jr., 82, of Williamsport
Janice E. (Lupold) Oden, 92, of Muncy
Sharon D. Merrell, 74, of Turbotville
George R. Jones, 61, of Lock Haven
Forrest W. “Fuzzy” Flook, 90, of Williamsport
Deanna M. McGavin, 87, of Cogan Station
Helenmae H. (Estep) Deissler, 81, of Linden
Pearl Crawley, 64
Nicole J. Bickel, 47, of Williamsport
Rev. David Phillips, 86
Aaron Patrick Kowalchuk, 32, of Montoursville
Collier B. Nix, 72
Florence J. Hills, 102
Corinne M. Fry, 97, of Williamsport
Joseph Edward McGonnell Sr., 78
E. Marie Patchen, of Williamsport
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bitious conservation programs. During the Great Depression, Civilian Conservation Corps Camp S-127 constructed trails, bridges, and overlooks throughout what would become Ravensburg State Park. These young men, many from urban areas experiencing their first extended contact with wilderness, built structures using native stone and rough-hewn timber that still serve hikers decades later.
profiles, and countless hikers have tested their endurance on the steep Thousand Steps Trail that climbs directly up the talus slopes toward the Mid State Trail corridor.
The rocks overlook the unique Nippenose Valley, a geological feature that spans both counties and demonstrates how natural systems ignore political boundaries. From Castle Rocks, the valley opens eastward toward Lycoming County’s agricultural heartland, while the steep ridges that define its edges continue the Appalachian pattern that shapes our entire region’s character.
Their work is connected to broader CCC e orts throughout north central ennsylvania, including projects in nearby Lycoming County that created much of the recreational infrastructure we enjoy today. The rustic character of these Depression-era constructions harmonizes perfectly with the rugged landscape, building facilities that enhance rather than diminish the wilderness experience.
The Mid State Trail passes directly through Castle Rocks on its northward journey toward Lycoming County and beyond. This wilderness footpath, stretching from Bedford County in the south to Tioga County in the north, ranks among Pennsylvania’s most challenging and rewarding long-distance hiking experiences. The trail’s passage through Castle Rocks connects this geological wonder to other regional landmarks, including the vast Tiadaghton State Forest that extends deep into Lycoming County.
For residents of Jersey Shore, located just seven miles north in Lycoming County, Castle Rocks has served as a primary recreational destination for generations. Families have picnicked in the shadow of these stone towers, children have marveled at their fortress like
What makes Castle Rocks particularly compelling is how it embodies the larger story of Pennsylvania’s mountain country. These formations represent geological processes that created the entire Appalachian system, weathering patterns that shaped countless other regional landmarks, and ecological systems that support the diverse wildlife populations found throughout both Clinton and Lycoming counties.
Standing beneath these ancient towers, listening to ravens call from their cli side roosts. At the same time, Rauchtown Run murmurs through the gorge below, visitors experience something increasingly rare in our modern world: direct contact with forces and timescales that dwarf human concerns yet somehow make our brief presence feel more meaningful rather than less.
Castle Rocks reminds us that the boundaries we draw on maps matter far less than the underlying systems that created and continue to shape our shared landscape.
STEP O ice of Aging would like to thank all of the volunteers who helped make Santa’s Seniors sorting and packing a success!
We had many individual volunteers from the community along with partnering organizations, Bimbo Bakeries USA and River Valley Health, who helped pack 200 Santa’s Seniors gi bags with shelf-stable food, puzzles, and more.
Our Meals on Wheels volunteers along with PA State Police from the Montoursville and Lamar Barracks ensured the gi bags were delivered to homebound seniors in Lycoming and Clinton counties in time for the holidays!
Identity: A Child of the God of Law
er creating light, God’s next act was to establish law to separate light from darkness:
And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness. God called the light “day,” and the darkness he called “night.” And there was evening, and there was morning—the rst day. Genesis 1:3-5 at act, which almost goes unnoticed in the creation narrative, helps us identify the next divine attribute of God that de nes our identity: God is the God of Law.
Tim Hartzell
His law de ned the boundaries of the sky, oceans, and dry land. His law de ned how vegetation would grow and reproduce. He set the sun, moon, and stars in place, and by law, divided time into days, years, and sacred times. He lled the water, air, and land with creatures – and all of them governed by his law.
According to Merriam-Webster, a law is a rule of conduct or action prescribed or formally recognized as binding or enforced by a controlling authority. God is the eternal and unchanging King of kings and Lord of lords. He is sovereign over all spiritual and physical existence. According to James 4:12: ere is only one Lawgiver and Judge Genesis 1 is the record of God creating the universe – and then setting laws in place to govern his creation.
God then created Adam and Eve under law. He gave them authority to rule over the earth and to subdue it. Law de ned what they could eat. It de ned their purpose to serve each other, in oneness, and to multiply and ll the earth. Every aspect of creation, ALL OF IT, was governed by the law of God.
It was law that de ned the one thing Adam couldn’t eat. It was law that established the penalty of death if he disobeyed. It was law that God carved into the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments. It was law that governed Israel through its ancient history. It was law spoken through prophecy that declared the coming of the Messiah. It was Jesus who ful lled those prophe-
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cies and satis ed the requirements of the law through his sacri cial death on the cross. It was Jesus who declared, Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to ful ll them. Matthew 5:17
Can you imagine what life on Earth would be like if the physical world was not governed by God’s unchanging law? What would happen to the structure of the universe and the structure of your everyday life if gravity were unreliable or ceased to exist? Seriously.
Take a moment and think through the craziness. And before you argue that gravity doesn’t exist in space, don’t forget that gravity is what forms the entire universe. It is the existence of gravity and the sharp minds of space engineers who understand the law of gravity that bring our astronauts back to Earth.
How about the law of time? What if tomorrow only had six minutes of daylight, and the next day lasted 23 years – and every morning we had no idea how long the day would be? Consider the madness on Earth if the law of im-
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penetrability were suspended and two objects could occupy the same space? Yikes!
e point is this: you are a child of the God of Law.
I can hear some Christians arguing with me right now: Hartzell, God is the God of grace and liberty! God made us to be free from the burden of law. Why would you highlight law when God clearly wants us to live in liberty?
My friend, before there was liberty, there was law. Liberty is not the absence of law; it is the ful llment of the law.
Look at it this way. Rejecting the law of gravity doesn’t result in freedom; it results in pain and bondage. If you don’t believe me, then go up on your roof and jump o (please don’t do that). Obeying the law of gravity keeps you from doing stupid things that would break bones and lead to physical bondage. It is obedience to the law that keeps you healthy and enjoying the freedom of movement. Law always comes before liberty – it is the way of our eternal and sovereign Lawgiver and Judge.
More importantly, if you unlock the mysteries of the law of gravity and live in obedience to it, it can give you the freedom to y through outer space and return safely to earth. Again, ight en-
gineers do not reject the law of gravity; they learn about it, respect it, obey it, and relish the fact that it is utterly reliable. With that knowledge, astronauts are free to travel where no man has gone before e unchangeable order of God’s perfect creation is this: Law rst, then liberty. Adam thought breaking the law was a shortcut to liberty. He thought wrong. It is the law that leads us to liberty. For us, who su er under Adam’s sin, it is a painful journey. It is hard to accept the law that through one man, Adam, we all became sinners. But until we accept that law (believe), and own our helpless situation (confess), we cannot receive the grace of forgiveness, reconciliation with God, and eternal life. Paul writes at great length on this topic in Romans chapters 1-8. We are on a quest to answer e Five Questions of Life. e rst question, Who am I?, is the identity question. By focusing on God’s qualities, his eternal power and divine nature (see Romans 1:20), we begin to understand our identity. So far, we have focused on Life, Light, and Law. My friend, no one can take away your identity as a child of God. Neither can tragedy nor sickness. Say it! I am a child of God! Don’t ever forget it. We’ll continue the quest next week.
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Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026
Last year’s color of the year from Pantone was “Mocha Mousse,” aka a light, soft brown. At the time, I noted that it was hard to get excited about such a muted tone. 2026’s Pantone color of the year presents even more of a challenge for which to muster enthusiasm. This year’s color is entitled “Cloud Dancer,” which sounds whimsical at first, but looking at their website, it comes across more like a dull white. Pantone, however, describes it as “a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society of rediscovering the
value of quiet reflection.” hich I would say is a generous description that’s quite possibly fully up its own butt. However, in the interest of journalistic integrity, let’s explore the potential of incorporating Cloud Dancer into 2026.
If you visit the Pantone website, it’ll provide links to all sorts of ways to experience Cloud Dancer through their various collaborations. You can “curate your calm space” with a couch from Joybird. If you’re traveling this season to New York, Geneva, or Dubai, book a room at the Mandarin Oriental and check out their
curated Cloud Dancer experiences, like high teas, wine tastings, or spa treatments. These two collaborations are majorly high-end, so for more low-key scenarios, there are Cloud Dancer Post-Its, Command Spring Clips, and ire Hooks, the color interpreted as a scent from Pura, and for the kiddos, Cloud Dancer Play-Doh.
Of course, not everyone has the budget or the inclination to support branded collabs that, in essence, promote literal
whiteness. However, if the idea of bringing freshness, light, or a blank clean slate appeals to you, you can certainly take inspiration from Cloud Dancer. Painting comes to mind, especially if looking for an interior refresh. Sherwin - illiams Snowbound shade mirrors Cloud Dancer. You can order peel-and-stick paint samples to throw on the wall and test. For any reorganization projects this winter, also consider freshening up the inside panels of closets, cabinets, or bookshelves with a coat of Snowbound or Greek Villa, which also hints at the Cloud Dancer tone.
If you’re looking for an inspired scent, the ura products from the o cial partnership with Pantone boast hits of mag-
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green, a fuzzy-feeling co ee tone, and a muted cobalt blue. These contrast with shadowy shades like a dusky violet, dark slate blue, and a sandy brown with mauve undertones. I wouldn’t recommend incorporating the whole panel into one outfit instead, look to your current closet to see which pieces you already own that you can style in new ways inspired by this palette. A white button-down, navy trousers (or jeans), a cozy brown cardigan, a camel belt with matching loafer, or blue sneaker, with an accent color of a scarf, and voila, you’re trending with Cloud Dancer.
nolia, musk, and sandalwood with undertones of bergamot. If you mix your own essential oils, you can create a similar scent with these aroma notes either in perfume form or for candles. For those of us not the best at DIY scents, there’s Atum’s White Sands Travel spray, which features notes like dry desert sage and orange florals. For something on a sweeter side but still Cloud Dancer adjacent, there’s Le Monde Gourmand’s Fleur De Blonde eau de parfum with a pear blossom top note, a violet layer, and a base of cashmere musk. For an option with a richer fragrance in non-perfume form, there’s Future Society’s Floating Forest Scented Candle that brings out the bergamot, with water lily, and base notes of salted musk and driftwood. This reads like the perfect home scent to lighten up dark winter nights. In terms of Cloud Dancer-inspired looks this season, I think an all-white ensemble is hard to pull o and far from practical in the snow and slush. That said, outfits that intentionally incorporate shades similar to Cloud Dancer can help freshen winter looks. Again, if you check out the Pantone site, it o ers examples of color palettes to showcase and enhance Cloud Dancer and other white shades. These palettes can also be applied to interior designs and, in some cases, cosmetic looks. or outfits, the palette I’m most drawn to is their Light & Shadow color panel. This color display consists of soft hues like a matte mint
The other palette Pantone suggests is entitled Powdered Pastels, which, as the name implies, is made up of a peach shade, rose-pink, light grey, lemony yellow, and other quieter pastel versions of blue and green. I don’t see this so much for outfits, but definitely for interiors and décor. This panel has the potential to inspire wall color and accent pieces, such as pillows and vases. I also see this as the beginning of a mood board for Easter décor come spring. These pastel shades can also work as inspiration for makeup or nail color, again for spring.
In the grand scheme of things, the color of the year is, at its core, a marketing campaign. You can eye-roll at the blandness of this year s shade, sco at the capitalistic undertones, or have a cursory interest and perhaps be a bit inspired to make a few aesthetic changes in 2026.
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If you are 60 years of age or older, stretch your grocery monies by coming to dine with us!
We o er a hot meal and “Lighter Fare” menu options.
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Roasted pork with creamy mushroom sauce, buttered noodles, mixed vegetables, fresh orange, dinner roll
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Crispy chicken salad with shredded cheese and ranch dressing, Mandarin oranges, pepper slaw, dinner roll
Well, Tom Cillo is at it again. Not content to rest on his laurels, Cillo is in the running to be the next Mr. Health & Fitness.
Unless you’ve been living completely o grid, you ve seen the -year-old ycoming ollege freshman football player’s meteoric rise to fame. Appearing on the Today Show, S Sports, S ollege ameday, arstool Sports, ews ation, ox and riends, and
countless other T shows, news articles, podcasts, and other interviews. hen it was discovered that Tom was a as egas aiders superfan, he was even invited to be a special guest of the aiders agles game in hiladelphia, with field passes no less.
The reason illo is one of the oldest players in college football history and possibly the only true freshman to take a full course load. ot only did he take classes like every other -year-old
active-duty military in Okinawa, apan, to seniors in the Midwest to those currently incarcerated. Tom illo is giving people of all walks of life the courage to live out their dreams, to reconnect with family, and to try things they never thought they could do in a million years. That s why this matters
freshman after taking years o from school, but he also took classes like every other -year-old freshman. He attended football team meetings, position meetings, strength and conditioning workouts, and daily football practice. robably even tougher than all of that, illo made the dean s list with a first-semester grade point average of . This translates to an -, which is crazy good for a college freshman, since the average is around . or lower. I m not going to embarrass myself by telling my freshman grades, though beer and bad decisions are partially to blame.
nyway, why does any of this matter Sure, other gray-haired guys have played college sports. The most incredible part of this story was how illo overcame obstacles and poor choices early in life to turn his life around and inspire others. illo s story transcends the playing field. This thing is bigger than sports. Sure, he got through grueling workouts, survived in uries, and graciously managed a barrage of calls and interviews daily. ut none of that is the awe-inspiring part. This retired city worker inspired thousands of people worldwide, from
illo, who will likely collect Social Security benefits before he graduates college, has been inspired to share his story with others and, humbly, remarks that he s been most inspired by the response he s gotten in return. He was so inspired, in fact, that on a whim, he decided to enter a contest sponsored by the famed Muscle & Fitness magazine. or those of you not in the know, Muscle & Fitness is the pinnacle of fitness mags and is read worldwide. The contest involves creating a biography and answering some questions. Then, it, along with hundreds of thousands of other entries, is reviewed by the magazine sta . emarkably, illo was selected to compete. Then, contestants are separated into groups, and the public gets to vote to determine the winner. eople can vote once per day beginning anuary th. The competition has several voting rounds, concluding with the winner being announced on or before April 4th.
ccording to his contest bio, illo stated, “ xercise brings me great oy, that s the fuel. I absolutely love to do it.
side from the obvious health benefits, staying healthy and fit should be fun for you. That’s a message that can resonate with anyone. lso, an aspect of health and fitness that shouldn t be overlooked is the mental health benefit it can provide. So many people have struggles and stressors in their lives that can be dealt with or mitigated with a healthier lifestyle.”
Should Cillo be selected as the winner and named Mr. Health itness, there are certain perks. ot to be overlooked is a , cash prize. More importantly to illo, however, is the opportunity to tell his story and inspire others by being featured in the magazine and
reaching potentially millions of readers worldwide. hen asked by the magazine what he would do with the money should he win, illo responded, “I ve recently returned to college as a non-traditional student and, ust shy of my th birthday, certainly fit that definition. I also made the decision to play on the football team as a true freshman…crazy, right These decisions have given me the opportunity to impact quite a number of people in such a positive way. So, I would say some would go toward tuition, and some could help me be more creative in finding ways to impact others.” hile illo did make history as the oldest athlete to ever receive a name,
image, and likeness ( I ) deal, having signed a contract with topical pain reliever, spercreme, he is far from making money on this venture. He still has the bills that come with a middle-aged man, car, utilities, groceries, etc., as well as the added expense of tuition, books, and student fees.
ersonally, as a friend, a local, and a former athlete, I cannot possibly imagine what he s going through. I want to see Tom illo win this thing. ot ust for him, or illiamsport, but for all of the underdogs out there that were told they weren t good enough, or were too old, or simply that they were dreaming. ep, illo is a dreamer all right, and I say we
need more people like him. ife is short, and too often we let fear of failure or the negativity of others dictate how we live our one and only life. So, I say we make sure Tom Cillo is crowned the next Mr. Health & Fitness by voting him through. hat can you do to help you ask ell, you can start by following Cillo on social media. acebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc. Second, when voting starts anuary th, get online and vote very, Single, Day! Get your family and friends to vote as well. very vote counts. I ve asked Tom to post a link on his acebook page when it becomes available. So, be on the lookout. More to come as this contest unfolds. et s o illo e unbreakable
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EVENTS
Open Recruitment Event
What: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County open recruitment with Age in Place Home Care, Bayada Home Health Care, Maxim Healthcare, and UPMC.
When: Thursday, January 22nd, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: PA CareerLink® Lycoming County, 329 Pine St., Williamsport.
Garden Planning
What: Ah Spring, when our hearts and minds turn to gardening! Of course if you are planning a new flower bed you need to think about this early and make a detailed plan. And then there’s ordering the seeds, plants or bulbs to be delivered at the correct time. Thoughts of how the mature garden will look is also important! Get help with planning and designing your garden at this workshop.
When: Saturday, January 24th, from 10 a.m.-noon. Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm d., Montoursville.
Book Sale
What: riends of Muncy ibrary book sale.
When: Saturday, January 24th, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Muncy ibrary, S. Main St., Muncy.
Cash Bingo
What: ash bingo. Only tickets available. o outside food or drinks, refreshments available to pur-
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chase. Tickets are in advance, at the door. Seats for ticket holders only.
When: Sunday, January 25th. Doors open at 11 a.m.; bingo starts at p.m.
Where: Jersey Shore American Legion Unit 36, 320 Seminary St., Jersey Shore.
Murder Mystery Dinner
What: ALUMDIE – Murder Mystery Dinner hosted by the Hughesville otary. oin us for dinner, O and Murder . per person. dvance ticket sales only. Themed ra e baskets . isit Hughesville otary acebook page for more information and ticket sales.
When: Saturday, January 31st. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. inner served at p.m. Showtime at p.m.
Where: Hughesville olunteer ire ompany, South ailroad St., Hughesville.
Wing Night
What ublic wing night. Open to the public.
When very ednesday - p.m. no end date. Where ugene rafius merican egion ost , road St., Montoursville.
Pizza and Wings
What: izza and wings. Members and guests only.
When: very Monday - p.m.
Where: American Legion Post 617, 901 S. Market St., South Williamsport.
Dinner Specials
What: riday night dinners weekly specials.
When: very riday night.
Where: Milton American Legion, 401 N. Front St., Milton.
Bingo Night
What: Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104 opens its door to the public every Tuesday for bingo. inner is available before games start. Must be or older to play.
When very Tuesday. oors open at p.m.
Where: Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104, road St., Montoursville.
Toastermasters Class
What: ontrol your fear of public speaking. ractice speaking before a friendly audience who will guide you on your ourney to becoming a better speaker. ontact onna Miller - - or hil uehrer - - .
When: st rd ednesday of each month at p.m.
Where: estaurant, ashington lvd., illiamsport.
Post Breakfast
What: The Milton American Legion, Post 71, will begin serving breakfast for per person with a large menu available. lease call - - ahead if you are part of a large group so we can be ready for you.
When: First and third Sunday of the month. Breakfast is open to the public from a.m.- p.m.
Where: Milton American Legion, Post 71, 401 N. Front St., Milton.
CHURCH EVENTS
Closet Set-Up
What: aniel s loset donations set-up.
When: Thursday, January 22nd, from 4-6 p.m.
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington lvd., illiamsport.
Daniel’s Closet
What: aniel s loset free clothing shoes infants adults.
When: Saturday, anuary th, from - a.m.
Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Social Hall, ashington lvd., illiamsport.
Chicken & Biscuit Dinner
What: hicken and biscuit dinner, with mashed
potatoes, biscuits, gravy, corn, green beans, coleslaw, co ee, tea and water. ost ree will o ering. Take outs available.
What: orship service. The sermon title will be, “Going Fishing.”
When: Sunday, January 25th, at 9 a.m. Where Mill reek hurch, arrensville d., Montoursville. Handicapped accessible.
Worship Service
What: orship service. The sermon title will be, “Going Fishing.”
When: Sunday, January 25th, at 10:30 a.m. Where: ethel hurch, imble Hill d., illiamsport. Handicapped accessible.
Worship Service
What: orship service. Sermon title, “The est of the Story.”
When: Sunday, January 25th, at 10 a.m. Where: DuBoistown Church, 133 Summer St., DuBoistown.
Pancake Breakfast
What: ancake breakfast. for adults and and under free.
When: Sunday, January 25th, from a.m.- p.m. Where: St. awrence atholic hurch, . entral ve., South illiamsport.
Lasagna Dinner
What: Lasagna dinner. Dinner includes meat lasagna, salad, bread, and homemade dessert. at in or takeout. Cost for the dinner is $14 for adults, $6 for children ( younger), and for lasagna only. or more information, call 570-322-0126 or email trinitychurchpa@comcast.net.
When: ednesday, anuary th, from 4:00-6:30
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intensely for those ten months to
I had spent countless hours making my cookbook not just a cookbook, but a book people can grab to feel good. I wanted it to be unique, with special elements on each page. Even if I sold a dozen, and that dozen was loved, then it was worth the countless hours I had put in. God and I worked on it together. He inspired me as I wrote, and ideas poured into my heart, making this book not just a
hospital the week before. I’m not surprised with how slammed the ER was, and all the hacking and throwing up people were doing sitting around me. I guess getting up, using hand sanitizer on the wall next to me every 30 minutes, and covering my face with my hoodie didn’t help. That whole day was a disaster, and I’ll certainly share all about it, but before I get into anything this month, the first thing I must do is to express my gratitude.
As most of you know, last year my goal was to put out my second cookbook. I worked so hard and vigorously. Anytime throughout the year I would want to just sit and watch a movie, my mind told me, “Uh, uh, you need to work more on your cookbook.” It was hard to allow myself any time because any extra time I had, I knew I needed to work
When it was time to release my cookbook, I was blown away by the presales I generated before it was even released. Then, I had my premiere at Rust & Shine, and you all just left me speechless. I was overwhelmed by your support and moved beyond words. So humbled by how you showed up, so I have to start by thanking you. So many of you came out to see me and purchase my cookbook.
I met so many wonderful people! Each one of you made my day. I hope you know that. I wish I could share about every single one of you, but there are a couple of moments I’d like to share.
This sweet Amish family brought a van in on Friday night. A mom and all eight of her children just came to meet me. They were so excited and kind, and after visiting
Rust and Shine, they even went up Candy Cane Lane together. Not gonna lie, it was tough for me not jump in the van with them and head over to my favorite street! Meeting them was such a gift, and their warmth and oy ust filled my heart. They shared that the father wanted to come, but there wasn’t enough room in the van for him. He wanted his children to have the opportunity to come, which I thought was so sweet. He was home doing chores, and when I found out they had donkeys and all kinds of animals, I was lucky enough to be invited to visit their farm someday!
I look forward to seeing this wonderful, special family again. The children were an absolute joy, and I must say, just so well-mannered. It was an honor to meet this special family.
Then there was a gentleman who came in and told me, with tears in his eyes, what my writing has meant to him. He said I was an inspiration, that sharing about the Lord and bringing joy to a really dark world mattered more than I knew. He was so sincere, and I could feel how much he meant every word. It’s moments like these that remind me why I do what I do.
I hear how many of you read, and how it brings joy to your week, but meeting so many of you and hearing how di erent articles have a ected your lives left me speechless. I can do this because of God. He gives me the words and ideas. I give him all the credit and am so thankful for the joy he puts in my heart. I am so thankful for a ob that allows me to do what I do. The
freedom to write. The way I can give ust a little light each week in this dark world we are living in. But life is what we make it. You can choose to be mean and miserable, or you can choose a smile and have joy. That choice is yours.
I am smiling extra this coming year because of all of you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for selling out ALL of my cookbooks. Yes, I sold out. I will be getting more soon, but for now, I am genuinely humbled by what I sold. Thank you for making a girl feel so loved!
It’s that time of year when people are trying to eat healthier and eat more fruits and veggies. I love green beans, and could eat these like candy.
Garlic Green Beans
Ingredients:
Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 lb. washed and trimmed fresh green beans
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add green beans and cook over medium-high heat until the color of the bean starts to change to a bright green. About 2-3 minutes or so. Next, add in garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour in water, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the beans are tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
By Joseph W. Smith III
Last week, Webb’s Weird Words feted the new year by looking at new words in a new dictionary.
That would be the 12th edition of Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate, the first update of that venerable tome since 2003.
Now that I actually have one in my hands, here are a few reflections on this long-awaited revamp.
The first thing to note is that it lacks one of those glossy, wrap-around dustcovers which is fine by me. ith a frequently consulted reference like this, those covers soon get dinged and frayed I generally wind up throwing them away. ut the second thing and let s face it, really
the most important is that it has a lot more definitions.
According to Wikipedia, M s th o ered 165,000 entries, with a total of 225,000 meanings (because, of course, many words are used in more than one sense). MW claims it added roughly , new terms and we looked at some of those last week (bingewatch, dad bod, doomscroll, photobomb, etc.). I can t find a total anywhere online or in the new book itself, but … the 12th has clearly added more than just another half-grand.
or one thing, if we exclude the now-omitted appendices in M s th (more on that shortly) and we look at ust the main body of words meanings the new volume is pages longer. nd it s physically bigger. nd the font is
smaller. So there really must be many thousands of new words and meanings.
I note as well numerous new gray boxes providing cool etymological info (i.e., where the word came from, and what it used to mean).
Ukulele, for example, is a Hawaiian word for “ umping flea.” “In a roundabout way,” says MW, it became attached to that instrument from the nickname of one Edward Purvis, a “small, lively” th-century ritish army o cer known for playing it.
Or in the case of fractious, MW describes its relation to the Latin frangere, which has given us many words related to “breaking” or “pieces” (fraction, frail, fragile, etc.).
The th retains it useful illustrations like for the manual alphabet (a.k.a. “sign language); the periodic table; and (my own favorite) a ranking of the hands in poker. (I can never recall whether a straight beats a flush.)
nd the new book also o ers roughly “word lists.” These include “commonly misspelled” (accommodate, cemetery, unnecessary); “rare and amusing insults” (cockalorum, lickspittle, mooncalf, twaddler) and “things that often go unnamed” (in other words, we puzzle over what it s called). Those latter include aglet (the reinforced end of a shoelace); punt (“indentation at the bottom of a wine bottle”) and glabella (that bulge between your eyebrows).
M also o ers a short list of lesser-known acronyms (that s a pronounceable abbreviation, like NASA or laser). I was amazed to see captcha that internet box you check to prove you re not a robot. (So now we humans have to convince machines that we are real ack.) I always thought captcha was a slangy take on capture; but with a facetious nod to that pun, it actually stands for Completely Automatic Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart.
Wow. ( nd in case you re wondering laser stands for “light amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation.”)
On the downside, this new M omits the appendices from former editions oreign ords and hrases iographical ames eographical ames Signs and Symbols and a “Handbook of Style” addressing punctuation, capitalization and documentation.
I always found the second and third of those handy for pronouncing various proper nouns, plus birth death dates for famous people and geographical facts like population and capital cities.
I suppose M left those out because we can now find them readily online but I miss em anyway.
Indeed, when it comes to dictionaries (of which I now own nearly ), I still prefer the amazing American Heritage either the th or th edition. or one thing, H has three or four color illustrations on nearly every page. lso, the actual words are in in blue making them more visible amid all that text. And there’s voluminous info on etymology pages of root-words, plus a master list of which main entries contain notes on usage and word-history.
It also o ers tables, including world alphabets, measurements and currency (the latter indicating which countries use which money units).
Unfortunately, the American Heritage is about twice the price of M and for that matter, about twice the weight as well. My handsome fourth checks in at a whopping eight pounds so you can see why most folks prefer their laptop. ut I sure find the H handy um, even if I can t pick it up with one hand .
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“Why Good Men Fall”: Pastor Tim Equips Men for Battle
“Because of the internet and AI, destructive behavior is more accessible to good men than ever before,” says Tim Hartzell. “We don’t even have to look for it — it pursues us. And if we are not prepared for the attack, we will fall.”
Hartzell, a recent area pastor and now a freelance writer focusing on men’s discipleship, is therein stressing needs addressed by his new book: Why Good Men Fall. Hartzell cautions all men, “If you believe a fall couldn’t happen to you, then you are already making fateful choices.”
Published in August by Westbow — a division of Thomas Nelson & Zondervan — this clear, practical and strongly Scriptural volume has a self-explanatory subtitle: Identifying the Steps That Lead a Man to Failure — and the Powerful Grace That Can Protect His Life and Legacy.
“There is no height of position, maturity, or holiness from which it is impossible to fail,” writes Hartzell in an early chapter. Indeed, by focusing on five famed figures who failed dam, Moses, David, Judas and Peter — he shows that a higher position means a greater fall; and this, of course, war-
rants special and deliberate watchfulness.
Hartzell provides a framework for this in short chapters filed into six memorable categories: Rise, Risk, Ruin, Run, Rest and Rely.
“It’s a 40-day journey,” said Hartzell in a recent interview, “with daily readings of about 1,000 words each. I also include daily reflections to trigger further thought and to be used as discussion-starters for the weekly meetings. I firmly believe that men learn more e ectively when engaging the accountability of a small group.”
Adding that the 40 sections can be used weekly rather than daily if preferred, Hartzell observes that several men’s groups have already used the book — and “their response was very positive.”
So was mine.
Regular Webb readers know of my fondness for books — and are probably also aware of my faith in Christ, plus long-term leadership in a local church. So I dove right in here — and was immediately struck by how user-friendly the book is.
In addition to clear definitions and a step-by-step format, the book o ers
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takeaway reflections at the end of each brief chapter. And Hartzell has a winning way with analogies — especially ones that will appeal to men: highways, running, football, and mountain-climbing, to name a few.
He also peppers his prose with quotations from such figures as en ranklin, ohn Newton, David Livingstone, Will Rogers, Billy Graham, George Santayana, Martin Luther, Socrates and A. A. Milne. (Hartzell has an uncanny ability to track down the source of such well-known adages as “Measure twice, cut once” and “All work, and no play, makes Jack a dull boy.”)
And he includes plenty of personal anecdotes — for, as the book itself points out, “People can argue with you about many things, but they cannot argue with your testimony. Every time you share it, your story is redeemed.”
That last point is another aspect I appreciated: Much of the book deals with how to recover from a fall once it has occurred.
But of course, Hartzell’s strongest emphasis is prevention:
“A good man can protect himself,
his family and his legacy from the devastating consequences unleashed by a moral failure,” Hartzell told me in the interview. “The good news of Why Good Men Fall is this: A good man doesn’t have to fall! It is a hopeful and positive book!”
Hartzell also noted that “women are not immune from the sin crouching at their door. The very same steps that lead a man to failure can also lead a woman to failure. The book is for everyone who wants to protect their life and legacy from moral collapse.”
Hartzell is now at work on The Five Questions of Life first in a planned series of five discipleship books he is calling The WILD5 Project “Webb Weekly readers are currently getting a sneak preview of the book in my aith onversations column,” Hartzell adds.
In the meantime, Why Good Men Fall can be found online at Amazon, Westbow and Barnes & Noble; it’s available in audio form as well — read by the author.
“My hope and prayer is that good men will read this book, be trained in its principles, and guard themselves from moral collapse,” says Hartzell. “If this book can save one good man from falling, and save one family from destruction, it will have been worth the e ort.”
Williamsport Sun January 23, 1928
Annual Auto Show Opened Today, Best of Local Exhibits
Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.
The eighteenth annual auto show staged by the Williamsport Automobile Dealers’ Association opens today at 2 p.m. in the Susquehanna Trail Garage on Hepburn Street, near West Third Street.
It is in all respects a wonderful exhibition. All late models are there for the public’s inspection and there are some beauties.
Nineteen dealers of motor cars have their products on display and the show this year promises to attract thousands of interested persons from all over central Pennsylvania.
Dealers were busy all day Saturday and yesterday with the result that they have arranged an exhibition that would be hard to surpass anywhere in a city of this size. The committee have been planning for this exhibition for weeks ahead.
The decorating committee under F.A.
Mitstifer assisted by Llewellyn Myers and . . altman, has a ected a color scheme which far surpasses that of any former show.
The Williamsport Star Car Company, showing the Star car, and the Williamsport Electrical Refrigeration Company, showing the Frigidaire, are the latest articles in entries in the show. There are 18 automobile dealers besides the refrigeration company, and each company has at least three models on display while two of three have four.
Music will be provided afternoons and evenings by Sam Daugherty and the Paramount Orchestra, by Dave Geary’s Orchestra and by the Lenker’s Orchestra.
There will be other entertainment supplied by the Keystone Quartet, Miss osephine Ho a, Miss orothy eese, Miss Ethel Moore and others. Thomas H. Richardson is chairman of the show, assisted by George Mead, Carl S. Rothfuss, James Davidson and Ray Thrall.
Fast Turn Around
County Hall Corner: Lycoming County Commissioners
Honor Landfill Heroes
By Blair Steward
Hope you all enjoyed a fantastic New Year’s with family and friends, as we welcome 2026 with gratitude for the extraordinary people who make our community safer every single day.
The January 8th Lycoming County Commissioners meeting began with something rare in government chambers: a celebration of genuine heroism that unfolded twice within weeks at our county landfill. bout a dozen employees from the Resource Management Services department received recognition for actions that saved both property and life during two separate emergencies that tested their character and revealed the caliber of people working on our behalf.
The first incident occurred on ovember th when fire erupted inside one of the buildings at the Resource Management Center. Initial investigations pointed to a ruptured lithium battery as the likely cause of the blaze. These powerful energy storage devices can create intense fires that spread rapidly and prove di cult to extinguish with conventional methods.
What happened next demonstrates the difference between ordinary employees and the exceptional individuals Lycoming County
employs at the landfill. ather than waiting for professional firefighters to arrive, the landfill crew immediately sprang into action to contain and extinguish the flames themselves. Their quick thinking and coordinated response prevented what could have become a catastrophic loss.
During the commissioners’ meeting, someone noted that these employees likely saved the county millions of dollars through their decisive action. ven though the fire department responded with their usual e ciency, the building would have su ered destruction without the immediate intervention of landfill personnel who understood both the facility layout and the specific dangers posed by the fire s location and fuel source.
The second incident tested di erent qualities but proved equally revealing about the character of our county workforce. On December nd, a garbage truck driver su ered a serious health emergency and fell from his vehicle at the landfill facility. The timing made the situation even more challenging as winter temperatures created additional risks for someone experiencing a medical crisis outdoors.
gain, the landfill employees demonstrated remarkable compassion and competence under pressure. Rather than simply calling for help and waiting they took immediate steps
to keep the stricken driver comfortable in harsh December conditions. They contacted emergency medical services to ensure professional medical care would arrive as quickly as possible.
Going beyond basic emergency response, these caring individuals also took the initiative to contact the driver’s company to inform supervisors about the situation. This thoughtful additional step ensured that the man’s employer would know about his condition and could take appropriate action regarding both his immediate needs and his work responsibilities.
The commissioners used these recognition ceremonies to highlight something often overlooked in discussions about local government: the quality of people who choose public service careers in smaller communities like ours. These landfill employees could work anywhere, but they have decided to serve Lycoming County residents through often di cult and sometimes dangerous work that keeps our communities clean and functional.
ommissioner presentations emphasized that both incidents revealed planning and training that prepared employees to respond e ectively when emergencies struck. The ovember fire response showed technical competence and teamwork under extreme pressure. The December medical emergency demonstrated personal compassion and comprehensive thinking about all aspects of a crisis situation.
These events also illustrate the complex nature of modern waste management operations. andfills today handle everything from traditional household garbage to industrial waste to electronic components containing
potentially dangerous materials like lithium batteries. Employees must understand chemical hazards, building systems, emergency protocols, and medical response procedures as part of their regular job responsibilities.
The truck driver incident particularly resonated with commissioners who noted that garbage collection involves significant physical demands and safety risks that most residents never consider. Drivers work alone in all weather conditions, operating heavy machinery while navigating tra c and handling materials that can create unexpected hazards. What made both emergency responses remarkable was how employees went beyond minimum requirements to protect both property and human life. They could have evacuated during the fire and waited for professionals. They could have called an ambulance for the injured driver and resumed normal operations. Instead, they chose to engage directly with dangerous situations because they understood their actions could make crucial di erences in outcomes.
The recognition ceremony concluded with commissioners expressing gratitude for having employees willing to risk personal safety to protect county resources and assist people in distress. These dozen individuals represent the thousands of public servants throughout Lycoming County who take their responsibilities seriously to protect and serve residents even when situations exceed normal job expectations.
Starting 2026 by celebrating such dedication and heroism reminds us that our community’s strength comes not from buildings or budgets but from people willing to step forward when others need help most.
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As winter begins to tighten its grip on our daily activities with below-freezing temperatures, staying indoors seems like an increasingly good option. It is a good time to light a fire in the fireplace, pour your favorite beverage, and spend a few hours with a good book! Here, then, are two suggestions for a winter read…. Zumbo, by K. J. Houtman, is a recently published paperback book based on the true story of Jim Zumbo and his blog heard around the world. This is a well-written presentation that chronicles the life of Jim Zumbo, from his youthful days in New York, through his writing career and travel adventures, and his return to acceptance as one of the greatest outdoor writers and communicators of our time.
Several years ago, after the annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas, I had the pleasure of spending a few days with Jim and his wife, Madonna, at their
lovely log home outside of Cody, Wyoming. e hunted and fished together — well, OK, it wasn’t for big game and Alaskan salmon — we hunted for cottontail rabbits and ice fished for trout. Nonetheless, it was a wonderful few days of getting to know Jim and recognizing firsthand what a great outdoorsman he is. He has written numerous books on big-game hunting and thousands of articles for national magazines, particularly during his tenure as hunting editor for Outdoor Life magazine. These days, Jim continues his outdoor adventures. He spends a good deal of his time with returning military veterans and wounded warriors, helping them to recognize they are appreciated and to aid them in returning to civilian life.
Jim Zumbo, despite his notoriety and recognition throughout the outdoor community, remains a humble individual. He returns to his East Coast roots from time to time, and you just might spot him at the annual Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, hanging
out near the Outdoor Channel booth. Take a minute to meet him and shake his big old hand. In the meantime, get to know him better through Zumbo — a great winter read.
With Winning in Mind, by Lanny Bassham, is a must-read for anyone who is involved in competitive sports of any kind. Lanny was an Olympic athlete who attended his first Olympic competition in Munich, Germany, in 1972. He went there with high hopes of winning the gold, but brought back the silver medal instead. nsatisfied with the results, he spent the next several years developing his “Mental Management System,” which he has since refined and shared with thousands of athletes around the world. He started by interviewing all the gold medal-winning Olympic athletes and asking them what they thought put them over the edge to become a gold medalist.
Over the past several years, as I have enjoyed competitive shooting in trap, skeet, and sporting clays, I have noticed a common thread among shooters — both when they miss targets and when they break them. It is the mental aspect, which is common in all sports — somewhat like “if you think posi-
tive thoughts, positive things will result.” Often, I have witnessed someone miss a target, let it get to them, and continue to miss targets because they remained focused on that first missed target. Or, all too often in sporting clays, someone might over-analyze a target presentation and miss the clay bird because they did not let their subconscious mind take over and shoot more naturally. They “over-thought” the target.
Frequently, shooters try to improve their results by purchasing a new gun, more elaborate equipment, or additional accessories, or by taking lessons, often totally ignoring the important mental side of their sport.
Lanny Bassham has a wonderful way, through the book With Winning in Mind, as well as several DVD series, sometimes specific to skeet, trap, or sporting clays and other sports, to explain the many aspects of mental management and guide the reader through the steps to develop a better mental approach to their chosen sport. His book, With Winning in Mind, is an easy-to-read introduction to Mental Management, and a great way to while away a few hours by the fireplace this winter.
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The opening of our trout season is still over a couple of months away. In the meantime, the Fish and Boat Commission has been looking into some changes regarding trout that an angler can keep.
At present, our trout season opens on April 4th and goes until September 7th. During that period, an angler may keep five trout, and the trout must be at least 7 inches long. During the Extended Season from January 1st to February 15th and September 8th through December 31st, only three total trout may be kept, but they too must be at least 7 inches long.
The Fish and Boat Commission is now looking into changing the minimum size limit from 7 inches to 9 inches.
Why the change?
The size limit change will, for the most part, only a ect the wild brook trout population, and our wild brook trout primarily occupy our smaller, colder, and more mountainous streams.
The Fish and Boat Commission stocks about 3.2 million trout each year, most of which are rainbows, browns, raised brook trout, and golden trout. Of the 3.2 million trout, only about 4 percent are the brook trout.
The number of brook trout raised and stocked has been significantly reduced since 2016 to protect our wild brook trout populations. The brook trout raised by the commission are primarily stocked in waters with low to no existing wild trout populations.
The change from a 7-inch to a -inch size limit will not a ect the
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trout being stocked, since they are all above the 9-inch limit. The average stocked trout measures about 11 inches, and of the trout being stocked, 72,000 are “trophy size,” measuring between 14 and 20 inches.
So, how will this minimum size change go down with our trout fishermen? After conducting some surveys, the commission found that the ma ority of trout fishermen are satisfied with the increased size limit. Figures between 75 percent and 85 percent keep showing up in favor of changing the size limit to 9 inches.
Personally, I’m totally in favor of the change since it will help protect our state fish, the native wild brook trout. I’ll be honest, I probably haven’t kept a trout in over 15 years, and when I did, it was in very limited numbers on rare occasions, and they were only stocked trout. I tend to avoid taking trout home because, unlike a number of other species of fish in our waters, trout do not reproduce well in our streams, and thus maintaining their population is
di cult. ainbows don t reproduce at all here in Pennsylvania, and browns probably at a very limited level. Obviously, our native brook trout can do well in the proper stream environments, but that pretty much rules out our larger streams.
It’s important to remember, too, that if you do catch those undersized trout, you should be very careful in landing and releasing them in order to improve their survival rate. Try not to play them too long and use a net or wet your hands before handling the trout; dry hands can cause damage to the trout’s skin.
If you are fishing in those native brook trout waters, it’s probably a good idea to avoid using baits that are too small and can be easily swallowed, since removing the hook and bait can cause serious damage to an undersized trout.
Well, the Fish and Boat Commission is apparently going to vote on the size limit change come April, and I m sure all of us trout fishermen will be watching to see what the results will be.
As the winter scholastic sports regular season enters its final phase, it’s also the banquet circuit’s time for fall sports as schools pause to break bread together, look back at completed seasons, and thank those who played the game and supported the various programs.
on other special occasions in their lives. It is a broad family of the kids you’ve coached and their parents. Not everybody is happy all the time, but the ma ority of the time, people have appreciated your e orts. That’s how it has worked for me.
Recent attendance at one such event, the South illiamsport football gathering, made evident the bond that develops and the importance the game holds for coaches, players, and parents alike, an aspect of school and community life.
t the program s conclusion, fifteenyear Mountaineer head football coach Chris Eiswerth took time to share his thoughts on what has been a labor of coaching love.
“It has really been a blessing when I look back to when I started coaching in 1996. You are a young kid. You think you know what you are doing, then you learn about the good, the bad, and the ugly of what coaching is all about. hen I think back on the relationships and the special people that I met, it all seems to blend into one big family.
“I still have people who invite me to weddings, contact me at hristmas, and
“I ve coached at four or five places. South is kind of like the purpose of what it is all about for me. It is my home, my school, my wife is from South illiamsport. e were two families that competed at South. e love South illiamsport, and for me to be able to do this for as long as I have, has been a blessing. Hopefully, we can continue to keep this thing rolling. e have a good group of young people coming up, and that is exciting.”
Although Eiswerth’s home sits but a long touchdown pass from Rodney K. Morgans Stadium, was truly a ‘homecoming.”
“I taught fourth grade in the Troy school district for twenty years and have wonderful friends there. I made that ourney up oute and every working day through all the elements. This fall, I started a new career at South illiamsport as the ean of Students
at Central Elementary. That is bringing new challenges, but it is equally a blessing. This job gives me another hour to sleep in the morning, and I don’t have to dodge the deer!
“It made it even more special because when you enter a season when you are starting a new quarterback, new running backs, and new o ensive linemen, and are looking for help at receiver. Then, just a few weeks before August practice began, Levi Butler decided to give football a try.”
Eiswerth literally ‘walked into’ the discovery of Butler’s budding football career as he was taking a stroll around the South Williamsport park complex, where Butler was involved in a pitching workout. A conversation ensued, resulting in Butler’s decision to add football to what was already a standout baseball and basketball career for the three-sport athlete.
Together, with sophomore quarterback Cole Gerber, who was 0-8 in passing attempts during limited freshman action, the duo combined to rewrite the South Williamsport passing game record books.
At a school known for running the football, the 6’3 Gerber established school records for pass completions in a single season (155), pass completions in a game (21), 1,451 passing yards in a single season, 6 TD passes in a single game, and 193 passing attempts in a
single season. Three of these records date back to 1988.
Butler, who scored nine TDs while gaining 728 yards through the air, set school records for 63 pass receptions in a single season and 13 catches in a single game.
“Our bread and butter at South has been the running game, but those two and the protection the linemen provided gave us another dimension,” Eiswerth added. “It was amazing. As I look back and go through some of the games that were televised, the first thing the announcers were discussing was that South Williamsport is throwing the ball more. What we were doing was based on need. e had a young o ensive line, but when the opponent packed the box, we were able to parlay the skills Cole and Levi had, and it was cool to see that magic happen.”
Asked to describe what his coaching means to him, iswerth grew reflective.
“Friends, family, mentoring, love, and commitment are the words that come to mind. I’ve had so many friends, and I still try to help people get coaching jobs. Sometimes they may coach for a few years and decide to hang it up. I tell them, they just got started. If you are fortunate enough to go through life and find your purpose, that is a gift from God. When I think about coaching, and what’s happened for me, that sums it up.”
Dave Heaps from Montoursville asked if I would give a short presentation. I said yes before I got any of the details. I never shy away from a crowd. A part-time mobile freelancer only gets the call when someone bails. I have done this before, but I am still a novice. I love these opportunities. I have the gift of gab, and I was ready. The Loyalsock Creek Men’s Club was waiting.
I attended their monthly meeting at the Villa Restaurant. I walked in and saw some familiar faces. The boys were getting geared for 2026. I was seated at the main table. The Loyalsock Creek Men’s Club is a great organization. They do so much for our area. They help preserve and protect the natural resources of the Loyalsock Creek Watershed. My friends host the annual Little Bear Creek Youth Fishing Derby. They also maintain and sponsor a handful of handicap accessible fishing sites in our region. The club supports two PennDOT Adopt-a-Highway sections. They also plant trees and take care of the blue jays. These guys help the Lycoming Creek Anglers and Hughesville High School with their donations. I was very impressed with their devotion. A group of older men who love and take pride in the outdoors.
I was introduced as an outdoor writer
for the Webb Weekly. Jimmy and Steph would be so proud of me. I thanked my new chums and started rolling. I wasn’t here to teach these guys how to catch or handle a fish. I wanted to share some of my favorite stories. Seventeen years of articles. I have several tales. I wanted to tell three of my favorites. I decided not to use any technologies. Sure, it would have been nice to have a video or PowerPoint. Not my style. I like to freelance. I printed out a few photos. But I only shared them with my audience after each story.
My Amish Bassing and the MLB Classic from a Kayak were grand. I heard a few laughs. The boys were intrigued. I found my rhythm. I wanted to keep the best for last. An Unbelievable Fishing Story. The one that made me famous. This tale went viral. It appeared on the front cover. It was also shared on several other pages. Folks are still chatting about this encounter. I have the entire story memorized.
“I threw a cast next to a concrete support,” I told my friends. “There, I let my Heddon Torpedo float. I gave it a slight twitch and saw a splash. These are my favorite lures to catch smallmouth bass. It was a decent fish. He was putting up a good fight. I was using my ultralight rod and reel combo. 6lb test. My usual setup for the Susquehanna from a kayak. I then
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noticed something strange. Everything came to a complete standstill. It felt like I was snagged. I paddled closer to see what was wrong. Perhaps my bass was wrapped around a log. As I approached, there was a golden flash. My drag began to scream. It happened so fast.”
The back ballroom of the Villa was silent. I paused for a moment. I then turned up the volume. I wasn’t using a microphone, but my coaching voice took over. I continued with more passion.
“I was thinking that I hooked two fish,” I shouted. Trying to captivate and move the audience. Most of them already had hearing aids. “Smallmouths will travel in groups. Sometimes you hook more than one. I continued to battle, and I tightened my drag. I was somehow gaining momentum. I was about to get my first glimpse. My heart was pounding. My hands started to shake. OH MY GOSH. I was definitely fighting two fish. OH MY GOSH.”
My friend Don Crouse and a few of his waitresses were now in the room. You can’t make it up.
“There was also a massive Muskie on my line,” I continued. “This was incred-
ible. Unbelievable actually. A once-in-alifetime experience. This elusive predator totally came out of nowhere and inhaled my Smallmouth. She refused to let go. I was doing circles. Remember. Kayak. 6lb test. No net. I didn’t have a prayer. I considered paddling to shore, but there was no way I’d keep them both hooked. I had to do something fast. No one would ever believe me. I needed evidence. I grabbed my iPhone and started to record. ‘I just hooked a Musky. I don’t know if I will land it- the fish explodes from the water — OH MY GOSH.”
I showed my friends this picture, and I also sent the video to a few who asked. They were all amazed. I finished my presentation with the following.
“Sure. It would have been nice to land both fish under the Market Street Bridge,” I concluded. “But I am extremely blessed to have had that brief opportunity to tangle with a Susquehanna River Monster from my kayak. Several have asked my thoughts on size. I don’t know. 36. 42 inches, maybe. Next week it will soar to 50. I am also thankful that I decided to quit fighting the fish(es) and came home with proof of an unbelievable fishing story.”
Special shout to Dave Heaps, Denny Shoemaker, Paul Zimmer, TROSS John Rishel, Billy Clees, and the Loyalsock Creek Men’s Club for the opportunity. I enjoyed the camaraderie. Looking forward to working with you more in 2026. Cheers.
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Jersey Shore Area School District
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HOUSE FOR SALE
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APARTMENTS
2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS
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CARS
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SUBARU OUTBACK
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SUVs
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