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Cynthia Higgins earns KOPS recognition

PHOTO PROVIDED TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) PA #1466 Mill Hall celebrated their newest KOPS (Keep Off Pounds Sensibly) member, Cynthia Higgins, at a graduation ceremony held on Jan. 12. Cynthia became a KOPS this past October. Pictured celebrating with Cynthia Higgins, seated, from left ...

Nittany MinitMart raises $26,756 for local food banks

STATE COLLEGE — In December, Nittany MinitMart raised $26,756 for local food pantries through their “Fuel the Hungry” round-up campaign. The fundraiser capped a year of community-focused giving at Nittany MinitMart, which is based in State College and operates 28 stores across central ...

Around the Town

Good Day and Happy Birthday to Rebecca Mellot, of Woolrich! Happy Belated Birthday to Mark Watson, of Marsh Creek; Candy Showman, of Mill Hall, who celebrated Jan. 19! Quote of the Day “Find the world an increasingly interesting place in which to live every day.” — Eleanor ...

Calendar of Events

Tuesday, Jan. 20 — Free movie, SpiderMan into the Spider-verse, at the Friendship Community Center in Beech Creek. The movie starts at 4:30 p.m. Bring your own snacks. Your drink must have a lid to prevent spills. — KBR Bingo holds Cash Bingo every Tuesday night, 6:30 p.m. Doors open ...

Grange Fair Queen to compete for PA Fair Queen title

CENTRE HALL — The 2025 Centre County Grange Encampment & Fair Queen, Gracie Novosel, of Howard, will be competing for the title of 2026 Pennsylvania State Fair Queen at its annual competition, held at the 113th Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs convention. The competition ...