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Dorothy T. Koontz, 103, of Williamsburg, passed away Monday morning, April 10, 2023, at her home. She was born Feb. 2, 1920, in Mt. Etna, rural Williamsburg, daughter of the late James H. and Bess S. (Isenberg) Koontz. She is survived by four nieces; eight nephews; and extended family, Tim and Linda Price of Alexandria. She was preceded in death by a brother, James A. Koontz; and a sister, Atna E. Carper. Dorothy was a 1936 graduate of Williamsburg High School, and retired in 2010 from the...
Jerre L. Bassler, 68, Hollidaysburg, formerly of Martinsburg, passed away unexpectedly late Sunday, April 9, 2023, at his home. He was born May 29, 1954, in Roaring Spring, son of the late James Weldon “Brub” and Mary Irene (Brumbaugh) Bassler. Jerre was a 1972 graduate of Central High School, where he participated in band and chorus. He is survived by his brother, Jim Bassler (Mid) and a sister-in-law, Jolene G. Bassler. Jerre was a special uncle to his surviving five nieces and nephews: Don...
Michael Joseph Mobley, 48, Roaring Spring, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2023. He was born July 27, 1974, in West Palm Beach, Fla., son of Nancy and Joseph Mobley. On Aug. 5, 2005, he married Danielle Joy (Reffner) Weaver. He is survived by his wife Danielle and four children: Brooklyn (Alex) Corle, Regan, Corbin and Logan Mobley; sisters: Kim (Harry) Poorman and Stephanie (Ryan) Kensinger); mother Nancy (Don Bookhammer); and in-laws Marty and Larry Reffner. Mike was involved in youth football, youth baseball, and Boy Scouts. He was a...
Harry F. Felton, 79, of Martinsburg, PA passed away Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. A memorial service and celebration of Harry’s life will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Roaring Spring. For those wishing to honor Harry, please consider a donation to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Online condolences may be expressed at www.akersfuneralhome.com....
The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Health (DOH) joined forces to raise awareness about organ donation. Recognizing the national observance of Donate Life Month in April, PennDOT and DOH were joined by Pennsylvania organ donation organizations, Center for Organ Recovery and Education (CORE) and Gift of Life Donor Program to spread the message that driver’s license and identification card holders can easily help another person live a fuller, longer life by registering as...
When the phone rings after 9 p.m., I know it isn’t either of our children. They are already in bed. Usually, it is someone checking on our health insurance, car warranty, or electric company. One night, about a year ago, I looked at the caller ID and saw a name. It was no one I recognized but I was curious and answered. “Is this Linda Gail Clapper Williams?” a male voice asked. Since he knew my maiden name, I answered in the affirmative. He was a genealogist calling to tell me I was a direct descendant of Benjamin Rush, who signed the Decla...
Brooke’s has been at the center of every happy memory that Spencer Brooke has ever had. She knew from the time she was a little girl that she was destined to be the CEO of her grandfather’s business, the most respected and luxurious department store in New York City. Spencer Brooke was the fourth generation of the Brooke family to show interest in the retail business. Her grandfather, Thorton, told her at age fourteen that one day she would run the store. From then on she took special pride in...
Dead Trees Cause Hazards To the Editor: If conditions in wooded parts of Morrisons Cove and environs is similar to those in southeastern Franklin County — and I suppose they are — Herald readers may already be aware of the increasing hazards brought by the collapse of dead, brittle white ash trees in the wake of the decade-old (or longer) invasion of the emerald ash borer. Dead trees are falling on roads, utility lines and buildings on (an unscientifically) observable rate. It’s not beyond possibility that motorists, cyclists, hikers or patio...
Herald of April 21, 1898 As a result of the joint resolution adopted by Congress on Tuesday, war has been declared against Spain. If Spain does not agree to get out of Cuba in the time named by the President, then force will be used directed by the action of Congress. The Pennsylvania Railroad is experimenting with a machine which is a combination of a telegraph and a typewriter. When a key is touched at one end of the line it prints the letter on the paper in the machine at the other end. It is known as the teletype. Mr. William Bateman, one...
Herald of April 26, 1973 An automatic central mix plant, capable of producing 300 cubic yards of concrete an hour, is under construction at the New Enterprise Stone and Lime Company. The new plant, scheduled for operation in June, will replace the manually operated batch plant which can produce 60 cubic yards an hour. The new plant would save time and and should save wear on the company’s mixer trucks. J. Kenneth Stern Jr. of Roaring Spring RD opened Stern Tire Co., a wholesale distributor of tires for passenger cars and light trucks. Mr. S...
Herald of April 27, 1923 ‘Squire J. H. Nicodemus who for many years has had his office in the building next to Rearick’s furniture store, has opened an office at his residence, corner East Allegheny and Mulberry streets. The “Squire would be pleased to meet his many clients at his home office and will have office hours from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The second annual Field Day for the schools of the three townships was held at the Morrisons Cove Vocational school. Practically all the thirty schools of North Woodbury, Huston and Taylor townships were...
Herald of April 30, 1998 Miss Royce Boyd of Bedford was named Claysburg-Kimmel Elementary School principal to replace Thomas Moore who was retiring after 27 years. The board also planned to install a computer system, including Internet access for the district’s high school and elementary schools. Ben Bookhammer, an eighth grade student at Williamsburg High School, was going to Paris, France for a concert honoring Dr. Suzuki who developed a revolutionary method for teaching violin to children. The Imler Fire Company held an open house of its n...
Herald of April 29, 1948 A large barn fire at the George B. Wineland farm was discovered by Don Slep, manager of the Blair County Airport, as he was circling over the airport with a student pilot. He landed the plane on the end of the runway, and while James Brady of Altoona ran across the field to the barn, Slep taxied the plane to the administration building and called in the alarm. Firemen used a collapsible canvas tank for the first time, with Ritchey’s Dairy trucks and New Enterprise Stone and Lime concrete mixers hauling water to the t...
Herald of April 25, 2013 Rachel Walter, a member of Claysburg-Kimmel’s Future Business Leaders of America club, was elected state reporter for the 2013-14 school year. As state reporter she would be responsible for the PA FBLA Pen Pal newsletter, and would submit content for the national publication. She was also expected to present workshops. Ned Shippey, a former teacher and guidance counselor in the Spring Cove School district, passed away at the age of 77. Mr. Shippey was an elite member of the Presidential Army Honor Guard, where his r...
Much time was spent on John 15 in my series but now I am ready to move on to chapter 16. Moving on is something I help people prepare for and do as a hospice chaplain. Family members know that their loved one will be leaving them soon and that they must adjust to the new reality. Those who know the Lord typically have much more peace because they understand the destination of heaven. The disciples were addressed by Jesus regarding things that were specific to them in the first half of the chapter. We pick it up where we can all apply keys to...
The Claysburg Church of the Brethren invites those interested to its Spring Spiritual Renewal Services focusing on “Lessons From the Life of David.” The guest speaker will be the Rev. David Ulm, a second-career pastor who has served the Woodbury Church of the Brethren for the past eight years. Rev. Ulm previously served for 17 years at the Mt. Zion Road Church of the Brethren in northern Lebanon County. This followed a 20-year accounting career in Akron, Ohio. Ulm and his wife, Lori, have three grown sons, three daughters-in-law and five gra...
Jesus said, “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain be removed and cast into the sea. It will obey you. In looking at our next judge, we will see that mustard seed sized faith in action. Israel had sinned again. This time God sent Midianites and other eastern nomadic nations to oppress Israel. They did. Scripture proposes they were like locusts stripping the land of everything. The raiding bands of Midianites lived on the move, in tents, taking everything w...
Many may tune out the sound of a siren, but for first responders, it’s the beginning of a serious situation. The First Church of the Brethren in Roaring Spring honored first responders during a church service on Sunday, April 16. The idea sprouted from the Outreach and Missions Club of the church, and the service will now be an annual event for the church. Some of the first responders in attendance included Assistant Chief Corey Eicher, Landon Beers, Tim Laird, Bill Beers, Gary Thompson, Fred Beers, and Bobbi Beers, who led the call to worship....
Trinity United Methodist Church in Roaring Spring will host its monthly Manna on Monday on April 24 from noon to 1 p.m. This will be a sit-down meal or take-out. The menu will consist of cheeseburgers, mac and cheese, vegetable and dessert. This meal is free to the community and all are welcome. –––––––––––––––– The Ladies Encounter will be held at Faith Assembly of God Church 4870 Spring Mountain Road, Roaring Spring, on Saturday, April 29, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bonnie Floyd will be the speaker. More information at www.ladiesencoun...
Advertisement for Bids Sealed proposals will be received by the Taylor Township, of Blair County, at 7217 Woodbury Pike, Roaring Spring, PA 16673, until 8 p.m. on May 1, 2023, for the following Item 1, 171 ton, Aggregate shoulder, in place Item 2, 297 ton, Superpave scratch and leveling course, 9.5mm, in place Item 3, 1,202 ton, Superpave wearing course, 9.5mm, in place. The Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act applies to this project only if the bid amount exceeds $100,000.00. Liquidated damages apply at the rate of $975.00 per calendar day....
James Grove, a Martinsburg musician, was among the featured musicians at the ArtsAltoona Spring Art Market last weekend. While April showers moved the event indoors, many community members attended to shop from over 20 vendors, and enjoy the free musical performances. Grove is shown performing in The Sanctuary, accompanied by some young audience members. Oden Farabaugh (who attended with his mother, Aubrey Farabaugh) and Addler McElhaney (who attended with his mother Janei Forbes) provided some...
The GACTC continues to respond to the needs of area students and employers by adding new adult education programs and virtual or hybrid options for existing programs. The school recently announced these additions for the 2023-2024 academic year as part of their adult education programming: • Electrical Trades Diploma Program: This adult-only program will train students to install, troubleshoot, and service electrical equipment and systems. The 900-hour program will teach electrical theory and provide hands-on experience, providing students wit...
COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY Duncansville – Kyle Saylor Roaring Spring – Mikaela Smith FROSTBURG STATE UNIVERSITY Martinsburg – Christian Steele GENEVA COLLEGE Claysburg – Elizabeth Dodson GROVE CITY COLLEGE Martinsburg – Micah Nicodemus ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Roaring Spring – Cayden Wright THIEL COLLEGE Martinsburg – Michaela Brown...
On April 8, the Southern Cove Power Reunion grounds were alive with items for sale and interested buyers. People brought their machinery, wire, animal pens, and tractors to be auctioned off. It was a beautiful day, and some attendees were there at 7 a.m. The auction did not end until 5 p.m. This auction takes place two times a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. It is a good time to get rid of items you do not need and sell to those who do. Mark Wisecarver rents the grounds for the...
On April 15, Plow Days and the first tractor pull of the year took place at the Southern Cove Power Reunion. The weather was unpredictable, but some plowing did manage to take place. Jim and Greg Clapper and Bob Reffner managed to do some plowing despite the off-and-on rain showers. Up until 12:30 p.m., it was unsure if the pull would take place, but the rain subsided enough to have it. People came from all over, anxious to participate and observe the pulls with the various sizes and makes of...
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 9 (Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon, and Somerset counties) officials highlighted projects anticipated to be in construction status this year and discussed the ongoing impact of the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). Improving and maintaining roads and bridges across Pennsylvania is a top priority of the Shapiro administration. Today’s event builds on Governor Shapiro’s commitment to ensuring that residents and visitors can travel across the Commonwealth saf...
After a 14-year absence of an annual show, the district came back with a strong performance with this year’s production. The cast of Central High School’s production of Footloose received recognition from the board of directors of the Spring Cove School District, administration, the audience in attendance, and parents at the April committee of the whole meeting. The cast was brought forward and recognized individually. Each member stated their name, role played, and class standing. Many were surprised to hear that the cast was comprised of man...
Picnic season is coming up soon. I have already been hounding my parents to make the trek up to our house to have a cookout. I am just so hungry for picnic food. This inspired my thoughts for two recipes this week — staples at any picnic — potato and macaroni salad. Potato Salad Ingredients: 8 medium red potatoes, cubed 4-5 hard boiled eggs, chopped 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 2/3 cup sour cream 3 Tbsp. sugar 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 Tbsp. chopped onion 2 tsp. mustard 1 tsp. celery seed Directions: Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with wat...
Robeson Extension residents asked Williamsburg Municipal Authority members about a sewer/water extension during the meeting on Tuesday, April 11. Extending the sewer and water lines was discussed. It was noted that when lines were researched back in 2006 that there was a “mystery” sewer line out in that area. At the time, that line was owned by Catharine Township system. The authority agreed to replace a short piece of existing sewer line so that some residents can hook up....
The Williamsburg Borough Council held a special meeting on Wednesday, April 12, at 7 p.m. following the recess of the Monday, April 3, meeting. At the April 3 meeting, a public hearing was held regarding the dangerous structure on High Street, owned by Amy Morris. Following an inspection, the property was deemed to be dangerous. Sinking floors and a poorly constructed crawl space both contributed to the determination. Morris was given 120 days to file, pay fees and obtain a building permit from the borough. Following the building permit,...
(Above) Scott Detwiler and Christine Lower spent their Saturday in a rented bucket lift pressure washing the aluminum siding of a Williamsburg home on Route 866. (Below) Williamsburg Firemen's Auxillary wrapped up their semi-annual hoagie sale Saturday with Della Leonard,left, handing one of the last of 180 hoagies sold to Emily Detwiler. They will be holding another sale in October....
A long narrow strip of dark soil in the middle of what is now a corn field in Huston Township is causing a stir of different sorts for two men. For Jim Snyder, president of the Blair County Genealogical Society, the Dilling Cemetery located on what is now the Brent and Betsy Baker farm, a stone’s throw from the Smithfield Church, is the latest in a growing list of undiscovered or forgotten small graveyards. For Allen Edwards, it is the beginning of a multi-year restoration project. “These small family-owned cemeteries are something you use...
Kalib and Genesis Weyandt assemble a mini trampoline for their daughter, Aspen, 2, in the backyard of their home on Arden Street in Claysburg Sunday afternoon. The warm temperatures of last week brought many outdoors to start spring and summer projects. These temperatures were long gone by Tuesday (day of production), when temperatures stayed around the 30s and 40s. By the time the Herald is distributed, temperatures should be pushing the 80s....
State Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) is inviting local families to join her at an educational and interactive event to explore science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), four of the foundational skills to help children succeed in their careers and lives. Discover STEM, a free event for all ages, will take place Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Kennedy Sports and Recreation Center, Juniata College. “This is a great opportunity for children to see and experience how STEM subjects affect them and the world around them,” Ward sai...
After last week's blast into Cove schools' past, Janet Blattenberger of Martinsburg brought the Herald some photos from her years at Woodbury Joint School. The school was established in February of 1929. The last graduating class was the Class of 1967....
To the Editor: In the April 13, 2023 edition of the Herald, you published First and Second grade school photos, and you stated that most of the students' names had been "lost to time." All but one of those names are about to be brought back from oblivion, by Miriam Smith Honsaker, Jeanette Russell Van Veldhuizen, and Randy Metzler. What a sense of relief, to be rediscovered and brought back from the dark ages! Here are the names: First Grade, Martin School, Martinsburg, PA, 1958-59 (First row,...
Occasionally someone will ask me what I was doing on a certain date. I laugh. “How am I supposed to remember that?” I wonder. “I generally can’t remember what I was doing yesterday.” However, I sometimes can recall something of importance. For instance, last spring I remember that I was hearing fewer gobblers hollering than usual before the season. Quite a few others, who are better hunters than I am, agreed that they were hearing fewer birds than usual. One thing that jogs my memory is leafing through my outdoor journals. For instance,...
Claysburg-Kimmel’s varsity baseball team is set to play the following games on April 21 and 22: • Friday, April 21, 2023 Vs. Tussey Mountain School District – @ Bedford High School baseball field Game STARTS at 4 p.m. Bus to DEPART at 2 p.m. • Saturday, April 22, 2023 Vs. McConnellsburg - @ Bedford High School baseball field Game 1 STARTS at 11 a.m. Game 2 STARTS at 1:30 p.m. Bus to DEPART at 9:15 a.m....
In a grueling, four-game week, the Dragons came out 2-2, being handed their first loss in years in the Curve Classic. The week started out against the Somerset Eagles, where the Dragons squeaked out a 4-2 victory. Afterwards, the Dragons crushed the Westmont Hilltop Hilltoppers in an 18-9 victory. To finish out the week, the Dragons played two games as part of the 2023 Curve Classic. In the first game of the week, the Dragons narrowly edged out a victory over the Somerset Eagles. The Dragons took a one-run lead in the first inning before the Ea...
In a three-game week, the Lady Dragons dominated their first two opponents, finding victories of 8-0 and 12-2 over the Somerset Lady Eagles and Westmont Hilltop Lady Hilltoppers respectively. However, finishing out the week, the Lady Dragons fell just short in the final moments of the game against the Forest Hills Lady Rangers, ending in a 5-4 loss. Against the Eagles, the Dragons’ defense was led by Madison Kennedy, who pitched a complete game, two-hit shutout. The Dragons’ eight runs were split throughout the game: two in the second inn...
The Central High School boys volleyball team played two matches last week. On Tuesday, the team lost to Forest Hills at home by scores of 25-23, 21-25, 17-25, 17-25. Bryson Brooks had seven kills, Christian Cherry had five kills and three blocks, Logan Hummel had 18 assists. On Friday, the Dragons traveled to Bishop Guilfoyle and lost by scores of 14-25, 10-25, 19-25. Bryson Brooks had 10 service points and six digs, Collin Becker had four kills, and Ian Aungst had 13 assists. According to Coach Ken Streilein, the team played its best match of...
The Intermunicipal Relations Committee will be offering mulch to all Blair County Residents for the month of May 2023, at no charge. Residents may come to our Buckhorn and Duncansville Facilities, during operating hours only, and receive up to 5 yards of mulch per resident per day at no charge. Mulch must be picked up as the IRC will not be able to accommodate deliveries at this time. The Buckhorn Facility, located at 1860 Black Snake Rd. in Dysart, is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to...
The Martinsburg Community Library will be celebrating National Library Week by holding an Open House on Monday, April 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the library. This event is hosted by Friends of the Library and will include a Storytime with Linda Furry at 4:30 p.m., followed by a short address by Charles Kensinger of the Martinsburg Borough Council and recognition of the library staff and volunteers. The Central High School Dragon will be present to add to festivities. Light refreshments will be served. This year’s theme for the week is, ...
The Martinsburg Booster Association warmly welcomed Morrisons Cove Herald Editor Anna Baughman as the speaker at the April meeting. Baughman was invited by former Herald owner Richard Bice. She spoke on her journey to the Herald and her work at the paper. Baughman is shown above with President Ed Kreider. The Martinsburg Booster Association has been active for 97 years. Its annual chicken barbecue will be held on July 15....
PA Schools Work, Keystone Research Center and Children First released “Meeting the Demand for New Workers – Investing in Career Related Learning for High School Students,” an examination of the challenges and opportunities for career and technical education (CTE) in Pennsylvania. Ahead of Governor Josh Shpapiro’s first budget address, the report laid out a roadmap for modernizing and right-sizing Pennsylvania’s underfunded and decentralized K-12 career and technical education programs, including dual enrollment programs (simultaneous enrollmen...
Spring Cove School District’s Director of Special Education Harry Gregg outlined the district’s special education plan for the upcoming year at the April 17 Board of Directors meeting. There are currently 278 students in the district receiving special education services. That represents 16.4 percent of the school’s student population. The state average is 18.6 percent. The school district’s total student enrollment is 1,698. Special education works with multidisciplinary teams to develop specific treatment plans of students. Individual Educati...
The job description of a police officer could arguably be summed up in three words: expect the unexpected. A fast-moving and faster changing society has forced police officers into roles far beyond just chasing the bad guy, and to keep up with the demands for its service, police departments are beginning to anticipate a public need by acquiring equipment to help perform an unexpected duty. North Woodbury Township Police Officer in Charge Lance Morris was scrolling through social media one night...
As an unrelenting but warm wind swept through the Conemaugh Nason Medical Center campus on Wednesday, April 12, Barb Ritchey stood in front of the flagpole and talked about the need for organ donation. As the nursing administrative assistant and liaison to the Center for Organ Recovery and Donation (CORE), Ritchey has stood on this spot for seven Aprils to raise the flag commemorating National Donate Life Month, a CORE initiative to draw attention to the need for and importance of organ,...
