11 13 14 centre county gazette

Page 1

Gazette The Centre County

www.CentreCountyGazette.com

Off to a flying start

The Penn State wrestling team raised its national championship banner and then went out and took care of business against Lehigh in the season opener at Rec Hall./Page 20

November 13-19, 2014

Volume 6, Issue 46

FREE COPY

Centre Crest board gives progress report By CHRIS MORELLI editor@centrecountygazette.com

DANA ROTHSTEIN/For the Gazette

UPDATE: Members of the Centre Crest Board of Directors, president Betsy Boyer and treasurer Carl Raup, discussed the state of the facility at a news conference on Nov. 7.

BELLEFONTE — It’s been exactly one year since Centre Crest nursing home was turned over to a nonprofit board of directors. On Nov. 7, the board met with the media to deliver a progress report. “It’s a little hard to believe that it’s been a whole year since we did this transition,” said chairwoman Betsy Boyer. “It’s been an interesting year. It’s been a good year. We’re here to say that we’ve done what we promised to do last year. We’ve kept this facility here for the residents of Centre County.” The transition began on Nov. 1, 2013, when Centre County turned over Centre Crest to the board of directors.

“We’ve been the governing board, the policy board for the past year,” Boyer explained. “We hired CHR, a management firm, and they do the day-today running of the facility and we oversee what they do.” According to vice chairman Larry Bickford, Centre Crest would not have been able to survive with county government running the operation. “The funding stream was going down every year. For the county government, it was going down even faster. It made more sense for the county to get out of the business,” Bickford said. “County has like 28 agencies, one of which was Centre Crest. They’re dividing their time among 28 agencies. We’re focusing on only one thing — Centre Crest.” Centre Crest, Page 5

After vote, Patton Twp. seeking land By BRITTANY SVOBODA bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Patton Township residents passed a referendum during last week’s election that approved the increase of property taxes to acquire and preserve additional open space lands in the jurisdiction. The referendum is part of an ongoing process to obtain and take care of undeveloped lands greater than 5 acres in the township, according to manager Doug Erickson. Now that township residents have had their input about the referendum, those interested can also volunteer to serve on the new Open Space Task Force. Any Patton Township resident interested can serve on the committee, as long as he or she can commit to attend meetings, Erickson said. In 2004, when the township was looking into acquiring lands, the former Open Space Task Force inventoried all undeveloped properties in the township that were five or more acres. Erickson said that once the new task force is composed, those properties will be evaluated against criteria and ranked based on an overall score.

CHRIS MORELLI/The Gazette

COMMAND PERFORMANCE: Members of the Penn State ROTC Honor Guard trick squad performed for the Marion Walker Elementary students during the Veterans Day assembly on Nov. 10.

Marion Walker Elementary students salute our veterans

Patton Twp., Page 3

By CHRIS MORELLI

editor@centrecountygazette.com

Food pantries preparing for holidays By BRITTANY SVOBODA bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

Between travel and gift expenses, the holiday season can be costly, especially for those with moderate- to-low incomes. For those who rely on food pantries to help feed their families, serving regular meals in addition to putting together a traditional holiday-sized meal can be daunting, if not impossible. More than 700 families receive help from food banks during this time of year in the State College, Bellefonte and Centre Hall areas alone. To help offset the extra expenses that incur during the holiday season, many area food pantries provide holiday meals for those in need, beginning with Thanksgiving dinner. Food pantries, Page 3 Opinion ............................. 7 Health & Wellness .......... 8, 9

BELLEFONTE — Marion Walker Elementary School has a proud tradition of honoring the United States military on Veterans Day. This year was no exception. An in-service day on Nov. 11 pushed the festivities up a day, and the school celebrated area veterans on Nov. 10. Still, that didn’t dampen the spirits of the students as they watched a patriotic slideshow, sang the national anthem and

recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Each branch of the military was recognized with a corresponding banner carried into the gymnasium and onto the stage by students. They also spelled out “Veterans Day” and talked about the importance of the armed services. Patricia Correll is a first-grade teacher at the school who helps organize the event every year. “It’s a special event for our school and for all of us because we want to honor our veterans,” Correll said. “It’s such a meaningful day. We should thank them

every day, but this is just our way of saying thanks to them.” Eight veterans were at the school on Monday: David Ashe, from the Navy; Beth Ashe, from the Marine Corps; Keith Guiswite, Jason Mitchell, Adam Kuhlman, William Neumann and Josh Engeert, from the Army; and Betty Glass, from the Air Force. They watched the presentation from front row seats in the gymnasium before departing for the classrooms to speak with the students. Veterans, Page 6

Honoring those who served By BRITTANY SVOBODA bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — To salute active and retired military members, Grace Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten classes hosted a parade to recognize and learn about Veterans Day. About 100 Grace Lutheran students and their parents marched with veterans, Penn State ROTC officers and a convoy of military vehicles through downtown State College to honor those who have served, are currently serving, or will serve in U.S. armed forces.

Education ........................ 10 Community ................ 11-14

Gazette Gameday ...... 15-18 Sports .......................... 19-23

A bus from The Village at Penn State carrying veterans was used to blast patriotic music during the parade. Participants waved flags and held signs made by the Grace Lutheran students. The parade started at about 10 a.m. on Grace Lutheran Church, proceeded down Beaver Avenue to Sowers Street, and then to College Avenue and up Garner Street. Debbie Fredley, of Bellefonte, and her granddaughter, Abi, attended the parade to support local veterans and active Honoring, Page 6 Hunter’s Guide .......... 24, 25 Arts & Entertainment ..... 26

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The Gazette

MARCHING ON: The Grace Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten’s Veterans Day parade strolls through downtown State College.

What’s Happening ..... 26, 27 Puzzles ............................. 28

Business ...................... 29, 30 Classified ......................... 31

Page 2

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

november 13-19, 2014

Front and Centre $

TRIP OF A LIFETIME: For two Centre County residents, a bike trip across the country was marked with touching gestures, encouragement from strangers and a lifetime of memories. Page 11

REBATE S UP TO

1,000 % 2.99 *

SCOUTING FOR FOOD: A group of Centre Hall Cub Scouts recently spent a Saturday collecting non-perishable food that was donated to the local food bank. Page 12

PLUS FINANCING A S LOW A S

**

2014 POLARIS RZR 800

2014 POLARIS RANGER 800 MID-SIZE

CAMO #A013398

CAMO #A025309 MSRP: 10,999

NOW: $10,350 TWO ! AVAILABLE! LD

2014 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 400 #B027666 #B029437 MSRP: $5,301

!

LD

SO D!

SO D!

L SO

L

SO

NOW: $4,986

RIGHT NOW BUY A NEW POLARIS RANGER AND GET A

500 CREDIT

$

NOW: $9,799 2014 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 550 EPS

2014 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 550 EPS

CAMO #B013162 MSRP: $7,894

MAGNETIC METALLIC #B014994 MSRP: $7,894

OFFER GOOD FOR A LIMITED TIME AND ONLY WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!†

CHECK OUT OUR SPECIALS ON USED POWER SPORTS!

NEW! 2013 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 850 EPS #4XAZN8EA8DA575186, Blue Fire.................................................. ONLY: LD! SO$7,997 NEW! 2013 POLARIS SCRAMBLER 850 EPS #4XAGH8EA1DA574993, Black........................................................ONLY: $9,997 2000 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 500 #A014433, 1,000 miles, 89 hours...............................................................................ONLY: $3,200 2009 ARCTIC CAT F8 HIGH OUTPUT #0232, 1,589 miles ................................................................................................ ONLY: $4,799 2005 HARLEY SPORTSTER XL1200C #41133, 5,728 miles .............................................................................................ONLY: $4,900 2011 SUZUKI 750 KING QUAD #E027256, 2,416 miles, Storage Bags, Fender Protectors................................................. ONLY: $5,700

CHECK OUT OUR SPECIALS ON USED TRAILERS!

CHECK OUT OUR SPECIALS ON LEFTOVER SLEDS! 2014 550 INDY - Save $499!

#4331, MSRP: $6,499 .................Was: $6,399 .......

2014 800 RUSH PRO-R - Save $1,549!

NOW: $6,000

NOW: $10,300

#7722, MSRP: $12,299 ..............Was: $11,700 ....

**

2008 WORTHINGTON (GVR 2200) TRAILER #E017626 .....................................................................................................ONLY: $995 2009 WORTHINGTON 2 ATV SINGLE AXLE TRAILER #E030053 ............................................................................. ONLY: $1,350

NOW: $10,750

NEW ‘15 MODELS ARRIVING DAILY! PLUS CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR TRADE-INS ARRIVING DAILY!

2031 General Potter Hwy. Centre Hall, PA

814-237-0897

Find Us On:

By MICHAEL MARTIN GARRETT

**

2013 800 SWITCHBACK PRO-R- Save $1,899! #1326, MSRP: $12,199 .............. Was: $11,599 ...

The Centre County Gazette corrects errors as soon as they are brought to our attention. Please contact us at editor@centrecountygazette.com to report a correction.

Penn State student faces felony drug charges

NOW: $7,134 **

ON THE HUNT: It’s that time of year again — hunting season is right around the corner. Area hunters are ready to take to the woods to find that perfect buck. Outdoors writer Mark Nale has a preview. Page 24

CORRECTION POLICY

†

towards the purchase of a new Polaris generator!

NOW: $7,177

TOUGH TASK: The State College Area High School football team will face an uphill battle when it takes on highscoring DuBois in the District 6 Class AAAA title game on Friday night. Page 19

www.BestLinePowersports.com

†Customer will receive a $500 credit toward the purchase of a new Polaris generator when customer buys a new Polaris Ranger between 10/8/14 & 11/30/14. Credit offer valid for 45 days from date of original Ranger purchase. The offer has no cash value and can be applied toward any 1000, 2000 or 3000 watt unit. Only while supplies last. Offers good on new and unregistered units purchased between 10/1/14-11/08/14. *Offers good on new and unregistered units purchased between 7/1/14-9/30/14. *On select models. See your dealer for details. **Rates as low as 2.99% for 36 months. Approval, and any rates and terms provided, are based on credit worthiness. Fixed APR of 2.99%, 5.99%, or 7.99% will be assigned based on credit approval criteria. Other financing offers are available. See your local dealer for details. Minimum Amount Financed $1,500; Maximum Amount Financed $50,000. Other qualifications and restrictions may apply. Financing promotions void where prohibited. Offer effective on all new and unused 2008-2014 Polaris ATV, RANGER, andRZR models purchased from a participating Polaris dealer between 7/1/2014 and 8/31/2014. Offer subject to change without notice. Warning: The Polaris RANGER® and RZR® are not intended for on-road use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to operate. Passengers must be at least 12 years old and tall enough to grasp the hand holds and plant feet firmly on the floor. All SxS drivers should take a safety training course. Contact ROHVA atwww.rohva.org or (949) 255-2560 for additional information. Drivers and passengers should always wear helmets, eye protection, protective clothing, and seat belts. Always use cab nets or doors (as equipped). Be particularly careful on difficult terrain. Never drive on public roads or paved surfaces. Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/drugs don’t mix. Check local laws before riding on trails. ATVs can be hazardous to operate. Polaris adult models are for riders 16 and older. For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing, and be sure to take a safety training course. For safety and training information in the U.S., call the SVIA at (800) 887-2887. You may also contact your Polaris dealer or call Polaris at (800) 342-3764. ©2014 Polaris Industries Inc. Warning: Polaris off-road vehicles can be hazardous to operate and are not intended for on-road use. Driver must be at least 16 years old with a valid driver’s license to operate. Passengers, if permitted, must be at least 12 years old. All riders should always wear helmets, eye protection, and protective clothing. Always use seat belts and cab nets or doors (as equipped). Never engage in stunt driving, and avoid excessive speeds and sharp turns. Riding and alcohol/ drugs don’t mix. All riders should take a safety training course. Call 800-342-3764 for additional information. Check local laws before riding on trails. ©2014 Polaris Industries Inc. See Best Line for full details. Dealer not responsible for typographical errors. Photos may not represent actual units. 14BLPL-MHC-CCG111314

StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — A Penn State student faces felony drug charges after being arrested for allegedly selling Xanax and other drugs out of his dorm room. Back in September, State College police said they received word from a confidential informant that Austin Querriera, 19, was selling “Xanax bars.” With the help of their informant, police arranged two controlled purchases of illegal drugs on Oct. 13 and Nov. 5 at Querriera’s dorm room in Sproul Hall, according to court documents. Querriera allegedly sold marijuana wax and Xanax to the informant, who turned the drugs over to police.

AUSTIN QUERRIERA

Police then obtained a search warrant and reportedly found more than 27 grams of marijuana, $150 and a scale containing marijuana residue. Querriera faces felony charges of possession with intent to deliver and criminal use of a communications facility, as well as misdemeanor pos-

session charges. He has been arraigned on a $100,000 bail and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing.

To advertise in the Gazette, call (814) 238-5051 or email sales@centrecountygazette.com

Fall Into A Great Rate

1.99% APR 12-month Guaranteed Introductory Rate ** 4.00% APR *

As low as

Current Initial Variable Rate would be...

*The TimeLine Home Equity Line of Credit is a variable rate line of credit with a fixed rate option. This loan has a introductory APR and payment for the first year then adjusts based on the highest prime rate listed in the Money section of the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) plus a margin determined at the time you apply for the loan. To open the advertised product and receive the advertised introductory 1.99% APR (annual percentage rate) requires a line of credit of at least $10,000 and a maximum of $250,000. **After the first year, your variable rate can change daily. The current variable rate would be 4.00% APR for a loan amount between $10,000-$49,999.99 and a credit score between 720-779. The maximum APR is 16%. This loan has a maximum term of ten years during which you can draw and repay the available credit limit. Any balance remaining at the end of that time that has not been paid must be repaid over a 15 year term. Fees to open this loan generally range between $0 and $1,000 depending on appraisal requirements and property location. You will be required to maintain property insurance on the collateral. You may also be required to maintain flood insurance on the collateral, if necessary, because of the location.

During the 10 year draw period of the TimeLine, this loan allows the APR on all or portions of your outstanding loan balance (a “Unit”) to be locked. You may have up to a maximum of 3 Units at any one time. The maximum repayment term for a Unit is 15 years. The terms do not change until the Unit balance is paid in full. Fixed rate options are the fully indexed APR plus .50% for terms of 36 months; the fully indexed APR plus 1.00% for terms of 37-60 months; the fully indexed APR plus 1.50% for 61-96 months; the fully indexed APR plus 2.00% for 97120 months; and the fully indexed APR plus 2.50% for 121-180 months. Different margins are used to determine the fully indexed APR based on the applicant(s) credit score (s) and the loan amount when the TimeLine Home Equity Line of Credit is opened. There is a lock in fee of $50 each time you lock in a Unit. During the TimeLine Home Equity Line of Credit draw period, payments reducing the principal balance on any portion of the balance, including Units become available by increasing the credit available on your TimeLine Home Equity Line of Credit. You should consult a tax advisor for the tax deductibility of this loan. All TimeLine loans are subject to credit approval.

®

888.412.5772 | www.jssb.com | jssb@jssb.com Member FDIC

14JA044-24-115844-3

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

Food pantries, from page 1 “This is a special thing that we do for clients in addition to their regular distribution,� said Carol Pioli, executive director of the State College Area Food Bank. “We want them to enjoy the same type of (holiday meals) as we all do.� Those who already utilize food pantry services can also receive traditional holiday meal fixings, including a turkey, ham or chicken, potatoes, stuffing and vegetables, for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The amount of product a family receives typically depends on the number of members. It is not uncommon, however, for people to reach out for help from food pantries solely during November and December, according to Nicole Summers, executive director of the FaithCentre Food Bank in Bellefonte. “It’s an expensive time of year,� she said. Bonnie Brown, an organizer with the Centre Hall Food Bank, said that their holiday meal appropriations are “well receipted,� but that she too notices more people seeking help during the holiday months. “This year’s October numbers were up, too,� she said. A majority of the products are ordered before November, she said, but donations also play a big part. “We can always use donations at this time of the year.� “The food pantries usually see an increase in clients this time of year,� said Natalie Corman, director of the Centre County Office of Adult Services. “Some people struggle asking (for) and receiving assistance during their time of need. But when winter arrives, people often recognize that they need to maximize their budget to be able to afford their needs.� Items that become costly this time of Patton Twp., from page 1 “We’ll be looking for properties with the most value,� he said. The properties that have already been identified as possible open space lands will be pursued, Erickson said. The township, however, will only approach willing sellers. As a result of the most recent referendum, which received about 63 percent of votes, the Patton Township board of supervisors will seek a loan for $3.5 million at a 4 percent interest rate for 20 years and residents will see an increase of 0.6 mills in their property taxes beginning in 2016. This will increase the current township property tax millage to 9.5. Erickson said residents have been surveyed several times since the county began pursuing this in 2001 and asked if they would be willing to raise property taxes to acquire more open space lands. “We consistently get a high percentage

year include fuel, electricity and other holiday season expenses, which most don’t have to worry about during the warmer months. “(Area residents) reach out the to the food pantries in hopes of finding a short term solution while they work on budgeting for their family’s needs,â€? Corman said. “Because of the increase, the pantries need to plan accordingly and have the necessary amount of food to meet the demand.â€? This makes donations during this time of the year very important, she said. And since many of the pantries provide food for holidays meals in addition to their regularly scheduled distributions, the need for donations is higher. “It is important to know the ‌ needs each food pantry has,â€? Corman said. “If you want to do a large donation drive, make contact with your food pantry. They rely on volunteers and need to be aware of a large donation to make room. They also can provide you with current needs. No matter what, the food pantries rely on the support of our community members and appreciate all donations.â€? Corman also said that those who are interested in helping area food pantries should consider volunteering. Bonnie Tatterson is with Community Help Centre, which provides area residents with a variety of services in addition to having an emergency food pantry. She said they have only five paid staff members, but about 50 volunteers. “We’re always looking for more,â€? she said. “To be able to give people a couple bags of food is a nice thing,â€? she said, adding that it wouldn’t be possible without the help of volunteers. “We appreciate all the support we receive from the community,â€? said Robin Knepp, a supervisor at the Philipsburg Community Action Food Pantry. “Our of ‘yes’ votes,â€? he said. Since the township is on the verge of paying off the open space lands first loan, Erickson said this prompted the look into acquiring more property. In 2006, the township purchased a 465acre farm near Circleville Road from Hubie and Helen Haugh for $2.5 million. When the township borrowed the money to fund this, residents approved a property tax increase of 1 mill. Future funds that would have been put toward that loan will now go to other township capital and infrastructure projects, Erickson said. While the township was purchasing the farm, the Haugh family set up an endowment in the amount of $300,000 through Centre Foundation to be used as funds to maintain the property. The township also set up an endowment for $195,000 for maintenance. Erickson said that it will be up to the sellers of future open space lands if they want to set up endowments.

Page 3

CHRIS MORELLI/Gazette file photo

WITH THE HOLIDAYS approaching, area food banks are looking for donations of food as well as volunteers. Christmas program is a lot of work, but very rewarding. It is only possible by the help and donations from others.� Food pantries can also be a way for area residents to be referred for other services. “It’s most likely that clients have multiple needs,� Tatterson said. Through Community Help Centre, they can be channeled into case management programs to

see if they qualify for additional services, like heating and rental assistance. “This allows services in the county to support all aspects of an individual’s needs and concerns,� Corman said. For more information about area food pantries, contact the Centre County Office of Adult Services at (814) 355-6768 or visit www.centrecountypa.gov.

He also said that it is too early to know how the township will contribute to maintenance funding. About half of the land is used for agricultural production, Erickson said, and the forest lands are managed according to a forest stewardship plan. The farm is currently self-sustaining

due to revenue generated by the endowments, the farm lease and timbering activities under the forest stewardship, which means no township tax dollars are currently being used to maintain or improve the open space lands. For more information about open space acquisition, visit www.twp.patton.pa.us.

Paddle for the Team with Dave Kurtz

Four-time Member, U.S. Canoe Team Four-time National Champion

Only $100 for 2015 season

Follow us on Twitter! @centrecogazette

7DNH WKH 3OXQJH IRU WKH <0&$ RI &HQWUH &RXQW\

WK $QQXDO 3RODU %HDU 3OXQJH 6DWXUGD\ 'HFHPEHU %DOG (DJOH 6WDWH 3DUN 3UL]HV WR EH DZDUGHG ´ )ODW 6FUHHQ 79 ,3DG $LU ,3DG 0LQL

DP &KHFN ,Q 5HJLVWUDWLRQ 5DIÂżHV %UHDNIDVW SURYLGHG E\ 3L]]D 0LD DP 2SHQLQJ 5HPDUNV DP 6XSHU 3OXQJH VSRQVRUHG E\ 6XSHOFR DP /LWWOH 'LSSHUV 3OXQJH DP 3OXQJH DP &ORVLQJ 5HPDUNV 3UL]H 'UDZLQJV SP 3RVW 3OXQJH 3DUW\ # %RQIDWWRV

)RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ DQG WR UHJLVWHU JR WR ZZZ \PFDRFF RUJ

Get up to speed over the winter with our indoor pool program. Continue instruction in April, compete in May.

All ages 10+. Instruction for all levels.

Call 814.222.0052 for more info. Mach1team.org dlk@psu.edu

Need a Little Black Take $ Dress 5 off $25 purchase for the with this ad Holidays? Clothing, shoes and accessories

3URFHHGV EHQHžW WKH <œV 2SHQ 'RRU 3URJUDP

176 Rolling Ridge Dr., State College j 814-234-1923 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8 j Sat. 10-6 j Sun 12-5

Page 4

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

GEW aims to inspire aspiring entrepreneurs By BRITTANY SVOBODA bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — When looking to conceptualize an idea or to start a business, some local entrepreneurs may be unaware of resources available to them. Global Enterprise Week, set for Sunday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 21, is designed to encourage both students and community members to explore the possibility of becoming entrepreneurs and innovators while working with like-minded individuals through various events and programs. GEW started at Penn State in 2009 as a way to further engage students with the Penn State Small Business Development Center and the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program, according to the two group’s Leslie Demmert. “Student engagement has always been an important part of both organizations,” Demmert said of PennTAP and SBDC. “(GEW) fits into the idea of our mission.” During the event’s first year, there were only 48 participants and they were all students, Demmert said. In 2013, the event’s fifth year, there were a total of 3,365 participants, including 730 community members, who took part in 46 events on campus and downtown. To facilitate student engagement, many professors have either canceled class during the week and required students to attend GEW events or offered it as extra credit, Demmert said. “Much of the programming is geared toward students, but we hope the community will join us, too.” This year, there will be more than 60 events put on by about 25 university and community organizations. Most of the events do take place throughout campus, but some also happen downtown. All are free to participate in and funded through the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Since GEW is celebrated throughout the world, with

thousands of events that connect entrepreneurs in different countries, Penn State will be partnering with Middlesex University in London on a project where eight teams of two students from each school will work together to solve a hypothetical world problem. Videos of their work will be unveiled on Wednesday, Nov. 19. In addition to the physical events taking place in the area, there will be five events available online for people to connect to, including “Is Moving to Silicon Valley Right for You,” a presentation by Schreyer Honors College. Demmert said she hopes these online programs attract those enrolled in Penn State World Campus and students from other Penn State campuses. Former GEW participants who are Penn State students are becoming more involved in planning this year, and offering their own programs. “Global Entrepreneurship Week is honestly one of my favorite things that happens at Penn State,” said Amelia Friedrichs, a senior public relations major at Penn State. “I’ve been involved with this program for two years now, and I’m completely blown away by how it’s grown. These events have the ability to reach any type student of any academic discipline.” This year, Fredrichs is working on a project called “GEW Selfie Challenge.” “(It’s) a project designed to familiarize students with entrepreneurial resources available on and off campus,” she said. “Students often have no concept of the countless tools available for student use, and our goal is to change that.” For the challenge, participants are encouraged to find and take a selfie at some of the 17 identified entrepreneurial resources on campus and downtown. Entries will be chosen at random after GEW and announced on Nov. 21. Winners will get a pizza party with Penn State President Eric Barron.

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The Gazette

ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS should consider attending events during Global Entrepreneurial Week to learn more about their options in Centre County.

“Amelia has been a terrific leader, professional and creative from the start,” Demmert said. “She came up with the idea and managed her team so the SBDC staff could just sit back and watch.” For more information about GEW at Penn State and a complete schedule of events, visit www.gewpennstate.org.

Corman asks court to prevent NCAA privilege objections By MICHAEL MARTIN GARRETT StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — State Sen. Jake Corman, R-Bellefonte, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association have reached “an impasse,” and Corman wants the courts to intervene. Corman and state Treasurer Rob McCord sued the NCAA in Commonwealth Court last year in an attempt to force the NCAA to spend its $60 million fine against Penn State in Pennsylvania. The NCAA wants to distribute the funds nationally, and has filed a separate lawsuit in federal court toward that end. The parties have since gone back and forth in a legal dance across both courts. This game of legal tug-of-war led to two legal hearings

with two top NCAA officials last week. These commonwealth court deposition hearings focused on NCAA Vice President for Academic and Membership Affairs Kevin Lennon and NCAA Vice President of Communications Bob Williams. Both men were subject to rigorous questioning about how the NCAA handled the Penn State scandal and the discussions that led to the sanctions against Penn State. The university signed a controversial consent decree with the NCAA in the wake of the Sandusky scandal, allowing the athletic organization to impose its fine and other sanctions. Commonwealth Court Judge Anne Covey has set a January trial date to determine if the consent decree is a legally valid document. Last week’s depositions were the first steps in examining the consent decree. In court documents filed Friday, Corman says these hearings were not very productive. “The NCAA ... objected to almost every single question about the internal deliberative process at the NCAA that led to the consideration, drafting and adoption of the consent decree,” the filing reads. Over the course of Lennon’s seven-hour hearing, “coun-

Gorgeous Hair Designs

Accepting New Clients

sel for the NCAA objected more than fifty-eight times” to questions asked of Lennon. The NCAA’s lawyers objected because these questions would have revealed conversation with Donald Remy, who was both the NCAA’s executive vice president and chief legal officer at the time of the Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. Because Remy served as legal counsel for the NCAA, its lawyers argued at the deposition hearings that any conversation involving Remy is subject to attorney-client privilege. This privilege prevents the contents of those conversation from being shared in court, the NCAA claims. Corman and his lawyers disagree. In Friday’s filing, Corman argued that Remy’s involvement in a conversation does not necessarily mean that a conversation is privileged. Because one of Remy’s two roles with the NCAA was not as legal counsel, only conversations that directly asked for legal advice should be considered confidential. All other conversations involving Remy should not be considered privileged, Corman argued. Corman asked Covey to prevent these objections at future hearings.

Call or Text Jonna @ 814.222.4064 or Call the salon 814.355.1149 111 East Bishop Street | Bellefonte | 814.355.1149 Jonnastar36@aol.com | friend on facebook

SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY!

Ladies Night

Holiday Happy Hour Friday, November 21st, 5:00-7:00pm

Gift items from Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Silpada, and Nittany View Farms. $10/person incl. light appetizers, wine for purchase by the bottle or glass Reservations Required

RUG CLEANING SERVICE

Colorful baskets filled with tasty, locally produced gourmet foods! They will thank you! www.bestdressingever.com Village Eatinghouse

WE BUY AND SELL RUGS WWW.DOUGSRUGCARE.COM

105 South Main St., Pleasant Gap, PA The “COLORFUL CORNER” of Rte. 26 & Rte. 144 814-548-7380

For Reservations 814-466-6373 www.mtnittanywinery.com 300 Houser Rd. above Historic Village of Linden Hall

november 13-19, 2014

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

Page 5

School board adds Delta program to high school project By MICHAEL MARTIN GARRETT StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — The State College Area School District’s board approved an additional cost of $4.5 million dollars for the high school renovation project, but that isn’t set in stone. The district’s Delta program was expanded earlier this year to include middle school students in fifth through eighth grades. The Delta alternative educational experience, prior to this year, was only available to high school students in the ninth through 12th grades. Delta program director Jon Downs told the board that, outside of some minor “growing pains,” this expansion has gone smoothly for faculty and the 80 new middle schoollevel students. However, the timing of this expansion has presented some new difficulties for the high school project. The high school project design team has had to plan for this influx of students by adjusting the Delta level space in the high school project plans. SCASD director of physical plant Ed Poprik said the design team originally planned an expansion that would have cost $6.5 million. He said the design team tried to whittle the proposed square footage and cost down, but found that space was becoming “awkward and inefficient.” This forced them to scrap their plans for the Delta program’s space and start from scratch. This led to a new proposal with the projected additional cost of $4.5 million and 10,000 fewer square feet. Though this frees up additional parking space in the site plan, the Delta section of the project is significantly less fleshed out than the rest of the high school project. At numerous points throughout the Nov. 10 meeting, Poprik and architect Jeff Straub told board members they did not have specific information about the Delta space, including how mechanical and electrical system will tie into it. Board member Jim Pawelczyk said he appreciated these “honest answers,” but they made him wary to approve adding the additional cost to the project cost by officially adding the Delta designs to the high school project. “That doesn’t give me a lot of confidence to go ahead and approve another $4.5 million to this project,” Pawelczyk said. “There’s a level of refinement and design that still needs to happen.” SCASD superintendent Robert O’Donnell said the discussion was complicated by the upcoming state process known as PlanCon, when a state representative will review the project’s design later in November. Though aspects of the project can be removed or modified after the PlanCon review, no new aspects can be added. O’Donnell also stressed that the projected $4.5 million for the high school project will not be added to the $85 million dollars approved at May’s public referendum. The additional $4.5 million will instead be directed from district funds already earmarked for capital improvement projects. O’Donnell said “it just wouldn’t make sense” to leave Centre Crest, from page 1 Under the direction of CHR, Centre Crest has been operating well, according to Boyer. “They are amazing,” she said. “They provide us with the people that we need to train the people that we hire. They oversee and help with all the things that go on here. CHR has been outstanding.” Bickford agreed with Boyer’s sentiments. “CHR looks at this as their passion. It’s not just a job. They share our focus. We have a special responsibility to take care of these people and that’s how (CHR) approaches it,” Bickford said. According to the board, Centre Crest has operated in the black every month since February. The board has not been forced to access Centre Crest’s line of credit in 2014. Looking ahead, Boyer said that the board does not anticipate needing credit in 2015. Boyer said that Centre Crest is thriving, and the numbers reflect that. Since October 2013, staffing has risen from 217 to 277. That provides, Boyer said, a better staff-to-resident ratio. Numbers of residents inside the facility is on the rise as well, according to board member Steve Brown. He reported that there are now 224 residents at Centre Crest, compared to 211 in 2013. The good news at Centre Crest is that residents are going back to their homes because of the quality care. During the first year of operation, 331 residents were admitted to Centre Crest. Of that 331, 134 have been discharged to their homes. Growth at Centre Crest has forced the addition of another social worker. There are now three full-time social workers on-site, according to the board. The board was asked about the possibility of building a new facility. According to Boyer, discussion of that won’t occur until 2015 at the earliest. “We will begin that (discussion) the first of the year. We will begin to put ourselves in a position to be looking and planning and seeing where we’re going. This past year was not the time to do that. We needed to get our feet under us and get moving in the right direction.” For more information about Centre Crest, visit www. centrecrest.org.

the Delta program in its current location in the Fairmount Avenue building, which is the oldest student-occupied building in the school district. To renovate the Fairmount Avenue building to accommodate the continued growth of Delta is projected to cost $20 million, which is driving the program toward the new high school. “If we don’t add the Delta middle level program to this project, we’ll need to have more substantive discussion on the long term direction of the Delta program,” O’Donnell told board members on Monday night. “It would be very difficult to move forward, because Fairmount is not a longterm solution for the program.” After much debate and discussion, the board voted to approve the addition of the Delta program to the high

1

school project planning process — but with a condition. The design team and district administration will have to work together over the coming weeks and months to write a detailed document outlining the educational goals of the program and how these goals will fit into the high school project space. O’Donnell said this conversation will happen multiple times with the school board in the coming weeks, and will likely be completed before the high school project reaches the 60 percent design review in January. If the design team is unable to outline these goals and space needs with sufficient detail during this time, the board still has the ability to pull the Delta space from the high school project.

Take a ride on The Polar Express

2

december 6-7 & 13-14 With a story at Schlow Library, a trolley ride, and a free picture with Santa, this event will be a treat for the whole family. Visit our website for more information, or call (814) 235-7817 to reserve your space.

24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 D O W N TOW N S TAT E C O L L E G E

The perfect gift for everyone!

Friday, dECEMbEr 5TH • 5–9pm

Available at: 127 S. Fraser St. 238-7004

arT  MUSiC  ENTErTaiNMENT FirstFridayStateCollege.com

downtownstatecollege.com IN OuR NEW LOCATION AT

1341 South Atherton Street, Unit 1, State College, PA

AUDIO & VIDEO SPECIALISTS

814-237-8152 or 814-237-0222 Check out our website at

w w w. P a u l a n d To n y s . c o m PA-011687

SONY HIGH DEFINITION TV SALE! We have expanded our selection of Sony XBR 4K HDTV as Sony has completed their introduction of nine models from 49 to 85 inches. Prices are lower and 4K content continues to grow. The pictures are breathtaking! Sony has also just introduced lower priced 1080P LED HDTV 32 and 40 inch models. Sony sizes include 32, 40, 48,49,50,55,60,65,70,79 and 85 inch models.

Sony 32 inch High Definition TVs now start at ...... $219.99 Sony 40 inch High Definition TVs now start at ...... $299.99 Sony 48 inch High Definition TVs now start at ...... $579.99

HOME THEATER DESIGN AND INSTALLATION We continue to design and install hundreds of Home Theater Systems each year. Our installation staff has grown to four Installation Technicians who are on the road installing Quality products five days a week. We use Wireless Audio Speakers and Home Automation Technologies to improve your movie and music experience. Please visit our showroom and talk with a knowledgeable salesperson. We provide FREE in-home lookovers and quotes!

Dear Neighbors and Customers, We would like to bring you up to date on recent changes here at Paul & Tony’s Stereo. We’re celebrating 1 year in our new location and 37 years in the TV and Electronics Business. We have improved our response time to your calls for in-home service with a larger staff of Installation Technicians as we continue to lead the marketplace with quality Home Theater Design, Home Automation and Installation Services. We have expanded our selection of Sony 4K HDTV as Sony has completed their introduction of nine 4K models from 49 to 85 inches. Prices are lower as more 4K content continues to evolve. Please stop by for a free demonstration. We are now designing and installing Wireless Audio Systems in homes and businesses throughout central Pennsylvania. SONOS continues to dominate wireless audio and introduce new technologies. You can fill any room with wireless speakers with crystal clear HiFi sound at any volume. Your existing sound system can also be connected to your wireless network. Choose from a variety of speakers custom designed for every space in your home. We have expanded our selection of Used Audio and Video equipment to include more receivers, amplifiers, tuners, speakers, turntables, compact disc players/changers, DVD players, cassette decks and Vintage Audio. All used products are sold with a 10 day Money Back Guarantee. We are very Thankful for your business over the last 37 years and will continue to work hard and deliver quality goods professionally installed. Please remember that Quality Still Matters and change is constant as new technologies come to market. Visit us soon this Holiday Season and enjoy our best selection and lowest prices of the year. We are proud to be your Audio Video Specialist.

We are your Home Theater Authority

SONY ES HOME THEATRE RECEIVERS

Complete with 5 Year SONY Factory Warranty!

uR IN O

NEW LOCATI

ON

!

Thank You For Your Support Paul, Tony and the entire staff

1341 South Atherton Street

Find us on Facebook. Search “Centre County Gazette.”

Open 10 to 6 Tuesday thru Saturday and by appointment

DIRECTLY NEXT DOOR IN THE STRIp MALL

Page 6

The Centre County Gazette

Veterans, from page 1 The Penn State Honor Guard — composed of Penn State ROTC students — presented an impressive display during the assembly that wowed those in attendance. According to Correll, moving the assembly up a day allowed the Honor Guard to perform. “Veterans Day, they were already booked,� Correll explained. “We reached out to them. We’ve been calling them the past couple of years and they’re always booked. This year, we got them. It was a great performance.� Cadet Sarah Aravich is a junior in Penn State’s ROTC program. She was thrilled to be part of the program. “It’s awesome just being here. It’s great that they’re supporting the veterans,� Aravich said. “I’m excited to see the kids and talk to them about being in the military. I love being part of Penn State and ROTC. It’s great to interact with the community like this.� Following the Honor Guard performance, Aravich departed for Jenna Cole’s secondgrade classroom where she read the book “My Dad’s a Hero� to the students. She also an-

swered questions about balancing classes at Penn State and her ROTC duties. “I think this is important because (students) need to understand how they’ve gotten their freedom,� Cole said. “A lot of them have parents in the military. Some of them want to be in the military when they get older. It’s important that they understand what is involved.� It was a special day for second-grade student Erin Ashe. Both of her parents — Navy Cmdr. David Ashe and Marine Corps Maj. Beth Ashe — were on hand to speak. Following the assembly, the Ashes accompanied their daughter to her classroom to talk about their roles in the military. “I think it’s wonderful that they celebrate this day,� Beth Ashe said. “It’s great that they keep everyone remembering and honoring veterans. It’s fantastic. Mrs. Correll does such a good job with this every year.� Ashe said that she was impressed with the students during the program. “Just the way the kids sit and listen. They’re not talking, they’re respectful,� Ashe said. “I think they really get it.�

November 13-19, 2014

CADET SARAH ARAVICH, a Penn State ROTC student, reads “My Dad’s A Hero� to second-grade students at Marion Walker Elementary School on Monday, Nov. 10. Aravich was there as part of the school’s Veterans Day assembly.

CHRIS MORELLI/The Gazette

'CTP C DGVVGT TGVWTP QP [QWT DCPMKPI TGNCVKQPUJKR

Ƃ*9I Î 9i>À Փ‡1

ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ… ,iÂ?>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂŤ >˜Žˆ˜}

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The Gazette

GRACE LUTHERAN Preschool and Kindergarten students walk with their parents, teachers and veterans down Garner Street in honor of Veteran’s Day. Honoring, from page 1

2NWU XKUKV [QWT NQECN DTCPEJ QT ECNN (7.610 VQ NGCTP CDQWV QWT QVJGT ITGCV %& TCVG QHHGTU

"ÂŤi˜ > ,iÂ?>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂŤ >˜Žˆ˜} >VVÂœĂ•Â˜ĂŒ >˜` ÂœÂŤi˜ ĂŒÂ…i ÂŤÂœĂƒĂƒÂˆLˆÂ?ÂˆĂŒÂˆiĂƒ ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ… > }Ă€i>ĂŒ

Ă€>ĂŒi° ĂŒ½Ăƒ > ĂƒÂ“>Ă€ĂŒ Ăœ>Ăž ĂŒÂœ Ăƒ>Ă›i vÂœĂ€ ĂŒÂ…i vĂ•ĂŒĂ•Ă€i >˜` > }Ă€i>ĂŒ ÂœÂŤÂŤÂœĂ€ĂŒĂ•Â˜ÂˆĂŒĂž ĂŒÂœ L>˜Ž ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ… ÂŤiÂœÂŤÂ?i ĂœÂ…Âœ Â?ÂˆĂƒĂŒi˜ ĂŒÂœ ĂžÂœĂ•Ă€ ˜ii`Ăƒ >˜` Â?ÂˆĂƒĂŒi˜ iÂ˜ÂœĂ•}Â… ĂŒÂœ Ă•Â˜`iĂ€ĂƒĂŒ>˜`°

(7.610

service members. “We couldn’t be happier to come down and wave at them,� Fredley said. “It’s wonderful that these (people) supported and support our country.� Laurel Sanders, executive director of the school, said that the parade began in 2004 with one kindergarten class. The event has grown considerably and now includes all Grace Lutheran students, an assembly with veterans before the parade, and veterans visiting classrooms afterward. “It’s a great way for the children to learn about what this day means,� Sanders said. The parade, veterans and surrounding events provide a visual educational experience for the students, she said. “(The veterans are) role models,� she said, “and we thank them.� It’s hard for children as young as 3 to grasp what things like the colors of the American Flag mean, Sanders said, but events like this help. Jacqueline LePore, a midshipman in the Penn State Navy ROTC, walked for the first time in the parade this year. She said was a fantastic experience. “It’s important to show kids that (serving your country) is an honorable thing to do,� she said. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Day originated in 1919 as Armistice Day to remember veterans of World War I. It was declared a legal holiday in 1938. The initial resolution was amended in 1954 to say that American veterans of all wars would be honored. Veterans Day began to be observed on Nov. 11 in 1978 under President Gerald Ford.

the

HWNVQPDCPM EQO

Ă•Â?ĂŒÂœÂ˜ >˜Ž] °Ć‚° i“LiĂ€ ° i“LiĂ€ Âœv ĂŒÂ…i Ă•Â?ĂŒÂœÂ˜ ˆ˜>˜Vˆ>Â? >“ˆÂ?Ăž° I Ă•ĂƒĂŒ Â…>Ă›i > ,iÂ?>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂŤ >˜Žˆ˜} VÂ…iVŽˆ˜} >VVÂœĂ•Â˜ĂŒ ĂŒÂœ Ă€iViÂˆĂ›i ĂŒÂ…ÂˆĂƒ ÂœvviÀÆ Â“ÂˆÂ˜ÂˆÂ“Ă•Â“ L>Â?>˜Vi ĂŒÂœ >Ă›ÂœÂˆ` ĂŒÂ…i ,iÂ?>ĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜ĂƒÂ…ÂˆÂŤ >˜Žˆ˜} Â“ÂœÂ˜ĂŒÂ…Â?Ăž “>ÂˆÂ˜ĂŒi˜>˜Vi vii ÂˆĂƒ fĂ“]äää° Ć‚Â˜Â˜Ă•>Â? *iĂ€ViÂ˜ĂŒ>}i 9ˆiÂ?` ­Ć‚*9ÂŽ ÂˆĂƒ L>Ăƒi` œ˜ Â“ÂˆÂ˜ÂˆÂ“Ă•Â“ `iÂŤÂœĂƒÂˆĂŒ Âœv fÂŁ]äää° Ć‚*9 vÂœĂ€ ĂŽĂˆ Â“ÂœÂ˜ĂŒÂ… Փ‡1ÂŤ

ÂˆĂƒ £°xä¯ Ć‚*9 ÂˆĂƒ >VVĂ•Ă€>ĂŒi >Ăƒ Âœv ££Éä{É£{° ,>ĂŒiĂƒ “>Ăž VÂ…>˜}i œ˜Vi `Ă•Ă€ÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…i ÂœĂ€Âˆ}ˆ˜>Â? ĂŒiÀ“ >ĂŒ ĂŒÂ…i Ă€i¾ÕiĂƒĂŒ Âœv ĂŒÂ…i `iÂŤÂœĂƒÂˆĂŒÂœĂ€° Ć‚ œ˜iÂ‡ĂŒÂˆÂ“i Ă€>ĂŒi >`Â?Ă•ĂƒĂŒÂ“iÂ˜ĂŒ ÂˆĂƒ ÂŤiĂ€Â“ÂˆĂŒĂŒi` >Â˜ĂžĂŒÂˆÂ“i `Ă•Ă€ÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…i ÂœĂ€Âˆ}ˆ˜>Â? ĂŒiÀ“° 7Â…i˜ iĂ?iĂ€VÂˆĂƒÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…i Փ‡1ÂŤ ÂœÂŤĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜] ĂŒÂ…i Ă€>ĂŒi Ă•Ăƒi` vÂœĂ€ ĂŒÂ…i >`Â?Ă•ĂƒĂŒÂ“iÂ˜ĂŒ Â“Ă•ĂƒĂŒ Li vÂœĂ€ ĂŒÂ…i Ăƒ>“i

ĂŒiÀ“ >Ăƒ ĂžÂœĂ•Ă€ ÂœĂ€Âˆ}ˆ˜>Â? Փ‡1ÂŤ

° Âœ ˜iĂœ “œ˜iĂž “>Ăž Li >``i` ĂœÂ…i˜ iĂ?iĂ€VÂˆĂƒÂˆÂ˜} ĂŒÂ…i Փ‡1ÂŤ ÂœÂŤĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜° >Ăž Â˜ÂœĂŒ Li Vœ“Lˆ˜i` ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ… >Â˜Ăž ÂœĂŒÂ…iĂ€ ÂœvviĂ€° /iĂ€Â“Ăƒ >˜` Vœ˜`ÂˆĂŒÂˆÂœÂ˜Ăƒ >Ă€i ĂƒĂ•LÂ?iVĂŒ ĂŒÂœ VÂ…>˜}i° iiĂƒ “>Ăž Ă€i`Ă•Vi i>Ă€Â˜ÂˆÂ˜}Ăƒ° *i˜>Â?ĂŒĂž “>Ăž >ÂŤÂŤÂ?Ăž vÂœĂ€ i>Ă€Â?Ăž ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ…`Ă€>Ăœ>Â?° "vviĂ€ “>Ăž Li ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ…`Ă€>ĂœÂ˜ ĂœÂˆĂŒÂ…ÂœĂ•ĂŒ Â˜ÂœĂŒÂˆVi° "vviĂ€ iĂ?ÂŤÂˆĂ€iĂƒ ££ÉÓÓÉ£{°

FIND A

JOB

Post your resume. Get matched instantly.

.com

Powered by The Centre County Gazette & RealMatch

814-238-5051

november 13-19, 2014

Gazette The CenTre CounTy

403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801 Phone: (814) 238-5051 Fax: (814) 238-3415 www.CentreCountyGazette.com

PUBLISHER Rob Schmidt

MANAGING EDITOR Chris Morelli STAFF WRITER Brittany Svoboda

CONTACT US: To submit news: editor@centrecountygazette.com Advertising: sales@centrecountygazette.com The Gazette is a weekly newspaper serving Centre County and is published by Indiana Printing and Publishing Company. Reproduction of any portion of any issue is not permitted without written permission. The publisher reserves the right to edit or reject any advertisement for any reason.

Overhaul of VA needed right now By Newsday Having commemorated Veteran’s Day this week, one genuine way to honor those who’ve served the nation is to overhaul the massive Veterans Affairs health system to ensure that long, life-threatening waits for care are a thing of the past. That’s the goal of the reorganization, called “MyVA,” that Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald unveiled Monday. A better way of doing things is clearly needed in the wake of the scandal uncovered in April in which workers falsified waiting lists while 100,000 veterans waited more than 90 days to see a doctor. McDonald, who became secretary in July, said 35 people will be fired and more than 1,000 additional terminations could follow. The reorganization also will give veterans, including more than 150,000 on Long Island, a single point of contact with the system. But the core problem is that there just aren’t enough doctors and medical staff to handle the demand for care. McDonald’s goal is to hire an additional 28,000 medical professionals for the agency’s hospitals and clinics, including thousands of mental health workers. His proposal to increase doctors’ pay and double their school-debt forgiveness to $120,000 should enable the VA to compete with the private market to get good physicians. Congress must decide whether to embrace the new hiring or to make permanent a temporary arrangement that allows veterans who live more than 40 miles from a VA facility, or face more than a 30-day wait for care, to see private physicians at the agency’s expense. That debate is part of the broad ideological battle in Congress over whether it’s more effective to rely on public workers or privatization to deliver government services. That dispute won’t end anytime soon, but the skirmish involving the VA must be settled quickly. Too many veterans have waited dangerously long for care. They shouldn’t have to wait interminably for Congress to mend the system that failed them.

a division of Tubbies 2952 Benner Pike Bellefonte

I99 exit 78-B 548-7972 www.klabans.com

Is NCAA a victim of groupthink? against Penn State were flawed in Human beings are interesting both process and outcome. creatures. What are the conditions by which We go about our lives with our ina group of seemingly educated and dividual strengths, our personal hisintelligent professionals in collegiate tories, our weaknesses, our thoughts athletics would collectively decide and ideas, and our emotions. that it is OK to use Penn State’s “emWe make decisions, solve probbarrassment” as rationale for their lems, react to our environment and overreach? interact with others. Social scientists call it And then, we become groupthink. members of groups. Social scientists have The research has shown studied the group phenomthat groups that are highly enon for centuries. When ininsulated (i.e., with limdividuals come together and ited input from outside the identify as being part of a group) are more susceptible group, how does that impact to groupthink. Groups with or change the people in the a centralized power strucgroup? What can and do we ture and for whom the leader do as a group that we won’t doesn’t allow new or contraor can’t do as individuals? dictory ideas to be put on the How does being part of a table are more at risk. Groups group make us better — or whose members come to bemake us worse? lieve that their moral characThe group effect. A group ter is above those of people of average athletes comes in the out-group can fall into together and are able to beat Patty Kleban is groupthink. Groups that find teams with players who are an instructor themselves facing external more skilled and more ath- at Penn State, pressure (such as the press) letic. or who lean on stereotyping mother of three The group effect. Thou- and a community and biasing of people outsands of university students volunteer. She is a side the group often make combine their efforts to Penn State Alumna faulty and group favoring deraise money for pediatric who lives with her cisions. Groups who fall into cancer research and support family in Patton “us versus them” are at risk. Township. Her of children with cancer. The NCAA is the governviews and opinions The group effect. A group do not necessarily ing body of collegiate athof high school football play- reflect those of Penn letics. It has the power to ers in New Jersey take haz- State. make or break a university’s ing of the freshmen memsports program. It reportedly bers on their team to such an extreme maintains the integrity of intercollethat they are charged with sexual asgiate athletics in the areas of recruitsault and the school district makes ing, eligibility, competition and, most the decision to cancel the season. importantly, money. With super-star The group effect. The executive salaries, unfettered power. With perqs officers of the National Collegiate for employees akin to Fortune 500 Athletic Association (NCAA) collude CEOs, and revenue that parallels big behind the scenes to “bluff” a membusiness, the NCAA has evolved from ber organization into accepting sancthe governing body of college sports tions that were not within the purveyinto a universe all its own. With reance of the organization’s by-laws. cent stumbles in its institutional overWe got another glimpse into the sight (the fake classes at University of group dynamics of the NCAA this past North Carolina as just one example) week when, in response to continued the NCAA has exceedingly been under pressure from legal proceedings inithe microscope of criticism from the tiated by Sen. Jake Corman, emails press and the public. between executives at the NCAA from Power. Heightened sense of mothe summer of 2012 were released to rality. Insulation. Pressure from the the public. Those emails reinforce outside. for many that decisions made by the It might be suggested that Penn NCAA in relation to the sanctions State’s success in both wins and in

athlete graduation rates, referred to in the emails as our “pristine image,” only served to fuel the us-versusthem attitude. Groupthink is never associated with good decisions. In court proceedings last week, it was announced that an additional 477 internal NCAA emails will be reviewed by a judge. Will those emails shed more light on the convoluted logic of vacating wins and taking away scholarships from coaches and student athletes who had nothing to do any of this? Why were the viewpoints of those in the NCAA who raised concerns about liability and risk in the decisions on sanctions for Penn State ignored? Why are some of the individuals who raised those opposing views no longer with the NCAA? Many believe that with this proof of the organization’s overreach and the admission that the sanctions went beyond NCAA authority, the NCAA has lost its ability to effectively govern. The member organizations are again raising concern about President Mark Emmert’s power, his objectivity and his leadership in a decision to “bluff” a member organization. So how do groups protect themselves from groupthink? First, is by understanding that consensus and groupthink can look and sound very similar. Do people really agree with a decision or have they felt coerced or pressured into going along? A group’s willingness to accept feedback from outside and to allow for open expression is another way to protect itself. We know that groups whose members feel comfortable questioning process and raising concerns are better protected against the trappings of the group effect. A group whose leader seeks the truth through a participatory process and objective information is less likely to make bad decisions. Kudos to Senator Corman for pushing through when others have said “It’s time to move on.” It is exactly that take-a-stand position or the person who continues to raise questions and who refuses to go along with the status quo that can help that group ward off groupthink.

More must be done to stop Ebola By The Los Angeles Times Now that the American public has seen that the very few cases of Ebola in this country have little chance of leading to a dangerous outbreak, it’s time to return our attention to the three West African nations where the virus is a daily and deadly threat. President Barack Obama has proposed doing just that with a call to allocate $6.2 billion, on top of the $1 billion the U.S. government already has committed, to fight Ebola. Some of that money would be for better monitoring and tracking within the United States, but the bulk of it would go toward escalating the battle in West Africa, both for treatment now and for the development of future vaccines or treatments. It’s frustrating that many countries have not been as generous. Australia, for instance, banned many travelers

What about Bob?

For all your real estate needs! Residential, Weekend Condos, Investments & Cabins.

Bob Langton, REALTOR®

Page 7

PATTY KLEBAN

SALES MANAGER Don Bedell ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS Amy Ansari, Vicki Gillette BUSINESS MANAGER Aimee Aiello AD COORDINATOR Katie Myers COPY EDITOR Andrea Ebeling GRAPHIC DESIGN Beth Wood ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Kristin Blades

Rowe Custom Sofas starting at $899

oPInIon

Serving all of Centre County BobLangton@kw.com 814-574-0293

740 S Atherton Street State College, PA 16801 814-272-3333

from the three Africa countries from obtaining Australian visas without offering any real assistance to contain the disease in Africa. Only recently — after withering criticism from the Australian news media — did the government ramp up its effort. And even now it isn’t sending any of its desperately needed medical personnel to help in the anti-Ebola effort, but rather will contract with a private provider to run a 100-bed facility. Last week, World Bank President Jim Yong Kim lambasted the many Asian nations that have contributed little or nothing. The do-little attitude of other nations should not keep the United States from going forward with the significant new aid proposed by Obama. There are signs of some abatement in Ebola’s spread in Liberia, where the United States has concentrated its efforts, an indica-

R

tion that the health care investment is starting to pay off. But it does mean that the time has come for a global conversation about rebuilding the finances and structure of the World Health Organization, which lost considerable international funding during the recession. This is a problem that goes well beyond the current Ebola crisis. Such discussions also should be a part of the 2015 United Nations Conference on Climate Change in Paris. Developing nations are expected to be particularly vulnerable to global warming’s effects, including catastrophic flooding, famine-inducing drought and outbreaks of certain diseases. How will developed nations — the biggest spewers of greenhouse gases — apportion the financial burden of humanitarian response? The world shouldn’t wait for the next catastrophe before deciding this.

Clip this coupon to receive

$5 OFF

Your purchase of $30 or more Coupon Valid In Our Signature Stores Only. Maximum discount of $5 per coupon per order. Not valid with any other offers or discounts. Offer Expires 11/19/14

Visit us online at GardnersCandies.com to view a list of our signature stores or call 1-800-242-2639

Page 8

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

november 13-19, 2014

heaLTh & WeLLneSS

Ragweed, spores and bugs breed fall allergies HERSHEY — If you find yourself sneezing and rubbing your eyes as you air out your home, turn on the heat for the first time, or head outside to rake leaves, you’re not alone. Although many think of seasonal allergies as something that surges each spring, summer and fall also bring their share of allergens to the air. The budding of trees causes most of the springtime suffering, pollinating grass can stir up trouble in summer, and in fall, ragweed and mold spores can bring on bouts of misery. In addition to ragweed, mold spores and dust mites, the stink bugs that have infiltrated the area in recent years can also bring on allergies for some people. “As the temperatures drop, they tend to come indoors,” said Dr. Faoud Ishmael, an allergy and immunology physician at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. “If they get inside, their feces and the particles they leave behind can get into the dust and air and be inhaled, especially when you’re cleaning the house.” Classic allergy symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, congestion, post-nasal drip, sore throat, cough and red, itchy and watery eyes. The tricky thing in the fall is that many of these symptoms can also be indicators of a virus or infection. Ishmael says a fever that comes alongside typical allergy symptoms — or symptoms that abate after a few days — can often mean it was a virus, not allergies. More chronic symptoms with an unproductive cough that persists for more than a few days are more often a sign of allergies.

Although some people are genetically more prone to develop allergies than others, there are steps anyone who experiences allergy symptoms can take to prevent feeling crummy as the cool weather sets in: ■ Limit your exposure. Don’t open windows to air out the house. Wear a mask when raking leaves or doing yard work. ■ Put your clothing in the laundry and take a shower — or at the very least, wash your hands and face — when you come inside after spending time outdoors. ■ Change or clean the filters in your home heating system before you turn it on for the first time. When such efforts fail and allergy symptoms take hold, over-the-counter remedies such as Benadryl or non-prescription versions of Claritin, Allegra or Zyrtec can provide relief. Some people find it helpful to use a sinus rinse or Neti pot to rinse allergens out of the nose. If those strategies don’t work, Ishmael recommends visiting your doctor for stronger prescription medications or a referral to an allergist who can do skin or blood testing to determine exactly which allergens provoke your symptoms. For the most serious cases, and those where specific allergens have been identified, a specialist may recommend regular allergy shots. For those who suffer each autumn, relief usually comes with the first frost and colder temperatures, which kill lingering allergens.

Pixland

SIMPLE FALL TASKS like raking leaves can spur on allergies. Mold spores and dust mites are also a contributing factor.

Bone marrow transplant program earns reaccreditation HERSHEY — The bone marrow transplant program at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has once again been accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy. This marks the fifth consecutive time that the program has been recognized by FACT, which reviewed the medical center’s clinical bone marrow transplant program, as well as bone marrow and cellular therapy product collection and processing facilities. The program received initial FACT accreditation in 2001 and was reaccredited in 2004,

2008, 2011 and 2014. FACT standards are evidence-based requirements set by teams of world-renowned experts in cellular therapy. FACT is the only accrediting organization that addresses all quality aspects of cellular therapy treatments. “FACT accreditation sends the message that Penn State Hershey strives to achieve the highest level of care for cellular therapy treatment programs,” said Dr. Witold Rybka, professor of medicine and pathology, and director of the medical center’s bone marrow transplant program.

The medical center’s bone marrow transplant program is the only integrated program in Pennsylvania to be accredited for both adults and children. Penn State Hershey physicians have performed more than 1,750 bone marrow transplants since 1996. Bone marrow transplants are used to treat many forms of cancer including acute leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma and neuroblastoma. Aplastic anemia and other bone marrow diseases are also treated with transplants.

PROUD GRADUATES

To advertise in the Gazette, call (814) 238-5051 or email sales@centrecountygazette.com

THE EIGHTH CLASS of registered nurses graduated from GeisingerLewistown Hospital School of Nursing on Aug. 8. Pictured, from left, are Ronda Lansberry, Cortney Bingaman, Jillian Keefer, Kimberly Clark, Tiffany Koontz, Juana Pacheco, Victoria Hopple, Colby Frisch, Caitlin Good, Amy Davis, Joshua Detwiler, Richelle Sigel, Morgan Frymoyer, Kaitlin Swanger, Jordan Fisher, Chelsea Sweitzer, Amanda Peachey, Lori Apple, Kayla Hostler, Alicia Heisey and Lauren Bennett.

Changes Hypnotherapy Eliminate Bad Habits Change Your Behavior Improve Your Health

Lynn Ralston, R.N., CHt

• Weight Loss • Stress • Headaches • Smoking • Mild Depression • Sleeping You will be amazed at • Eating nic • Anxiety/Pa what you can do. Problems hes Flas • Hot • Self Esteem Hypnosis is often • Cancer overlooked because • Pain Recovery it is completely p • Surgery Pre • Nail Biting misunderstood. You already shift into it every • Blood Pressure • Allergies day! It is natural, easy, • Issues From • Warts safe and effective. • ...and SO The Past MUCH MORE!! • Fears changeshypno.com 814.422.8783 Spring Mills | State College | Harrisburg | New Cumberland

Submitted photo

At Heimer Eye Care Associates, we are determined to give our patients the best possible care. Heimer Eye Care Associates Welcome

Specialists in: • • • • •

Treatment of Eye Disorders and Diseases Cataract Surgery Glaucoma Evaluation and Treatment Diabetic Eye Care Corneal Transplant

Dr. Domenic Turco To Our Family of Eye Care Professionals

Jeffrey L. Heimer, M.D.

Jay M. Fiore, M.D.

A native of Western PA, Dr. Turco is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist with experience in all aspects of medical and surgical eye care, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.

1700 Old Gatesburg Road, Suite 300, State College, PA 16803

Corner of Old Gatesburg Road & Blue Course Drive

heimereye.com • 814-234-1002

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

Page 9

Study tests effects of agave nectar on children’s coughs HERSHEY — Both agave nectar and a placebo were more effective than no treatment for young children’s cough symptoms, according to researchers at Penn State College of Medicine. The findings suggest that a placebo could help children more than “watchful waiting.� The Food and Drug Administration recommends against the use of over-thecounter cough and cold medications in children younger than 2 years old due to safety concerns and a lack of evidence for their effectiveness in this age group. As part of a voluntary change announced in 2008 by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, most OTC cough and cold remedy labels state they should not be used in children under 4 years old. “Pediatricians typically tell parents, ‘Don’t give your child anything,’ or at most give them acetaminophen or ibuprofen,� said Dr. Ian Paul, professor of pediatrics. “We know sick children are miserable and can’t sleep, and parents are frustrated that they can’t do anything to help.�

Cough is a frequent symptom for infants and toddlers, and is one of the most common reasons children visit a health care provider. Little evidence supports use of OTC medicines for acute cough, particularly in younger children. In the absence of effective treatments, doctors report feeling pressured by some parents to prescribe antibiotics, which do not affect the viruses that cause colds and their symptoms. In 2007, Paul’s team published findings that honey was more effective than placebo for children’s coughs. The findings have since been replicated by other researchers. However, honey is not allowed for children younger than 1 due to risks of infantile botulism. Agave nectar shares similar physical properties with honey without known risk of infantile botulism. To study the effects of agave nectar and placebo on children’s coughs, the researchers looked at 119 children aged 2 months to 47 months with non-specific acute cough, nighttime symptoms and an illness duration of seven days or fewer.

The patients were selected from two outpatient, general pediatric practices. Three groups received either commercially available grape-flavored agave nectar, grapeflavored water or no treatment. Parents reported cough frequency, cough severity and other metrics, and child and parent sleep quality were measured the next day. Both agave nectar and placebo were superior to no treatment, but no significant differences were detected between the two. The results are published in JAMA Pediatrics. “We found that placebo was better than doing nothing,� said Paul. “For kids under age 1, for which there is no other option, the findings may be particularly important.� In a small subgroup of 30 children under age 1, agave was more effective than placebo. These results were clinically, though not statistically, significant and should be studied in a larger trial designed for this age group alone, Paul said.

the

CUT FOR THE CURE

FIND A

JOB

Using a placebo for coughs in young children could reduce inappropriate antibiotic prescriptions. Adverse results in both the agave nectar and placebo groups were rare. “Perhaps this is a case where giving a placebo, such as agave nectar or sugar water, can help parents and their babies get through this annoying illness,� Paul said. “This is a discussion that the pediatric community and parents are going to have to have.� Additional researchers on this project were Jessica S. Beiler and Julie R. Vallati, research coordinators; Laura M. Duda, assistant professor; and Tonya S. King, associate professor, Penn State College of Medicine. This study was funded by an unrestricted grant to Penn State College of Medicine by Zarbee’s Inc., the makers of agave nectar cough syrup. Paul served as a paid consultant to Zarbee’s Inc. in 2012 and discontinued the relationship upon discussions of performing a clinical trial.

Post your resume. Get matched instantly.

FREE for job seekers to use!

.com

Powered by The Centre County Gazette & RealMatch

Submitted photo

IN SUPPORT OF Breast Cancer Awareness Month, students in CPI’s cosmetology program held a “Cut for the Cure� fundraiser, Oct. 20-31. Student Logan Strouse applies color to her aunt Devon McChesney’s hair prior to the cut and styling. Strouse, a senior at Penns Valley Area High School, will be using the fundraiser as part of her graduation project.

Centre LifeLink memberships available STATE COLLEGE — The 2015 Centre LifeLink membership campaign is officially under way. Each fall, Centre Region residents are encouraged to enroll as Centre LifeLink members to ensure that they will have no out-of-pocket expenses for unlimited emergency ambulance service provided by Centre LifeLink EMS. Memberships are available beginning this week. Residents in Centre LifeLink’s coverage area will receive a membership

brochure with information on how to participate. Members can save an average of $300 for basic life support calls and more than $500 for advanced life support paramedic service. Individual memberships cost $40 and family memberships cost $60 for a one-year period beginning Thursday, Jan. 1. Registration is open online at www.centrelifelink.com. Membership brochures are also available in local municipal buildings.

Do you question if a loved one is safe to drive? &RQWDFW XV IRU DQ DVVHVVPHQW WR GHWHUPLQH LI GULYLQJ LV D VDIH RSWLRQ &DOO WR PDNH \RXU RXWSDWLHQW WKHUDS\ DSSRLQWPHQW WRGD\ DQG H[SHULHQFH RXU LQGLYLGXDOL]HG WUHDWPHQW

814 359-5630 :HVW &ROOHJH $YHQXH ‡ 3OHDVDQW *DS 3$ 1LWWDQ\9DOOH\5HKDE FRP Š2012 HealthSouth Corporation:544578-04

814-238-5051

Scan to download the FREE mobile app!

Education

Page 10

November 13-19, 2014

Bridge Educational Foundation announces scholarships BOALSBURG — Bridge Educational Foundation has announced scholarships totaling $34,015 for local families through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Scholarship program at St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy. RBC Capital Markets, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan and Waste Management donated the scholarships to benefit children attending the St. Joseph’s, Centre County Christian and St. John the Evangelist School in Bellefonte, Mifflin County Christian in McClure, and Juniata Mennonite School in McAlisterville. “Pennsylvania’s EITC program has connected businesses with their future workforce for more than a decade and Bridge Educational Foundation is proud to be an ambassador for the EITC program,” said Natalie Nutt, executive director of the foundation. “To ensure the program’s continued growth, it’s important to bring together the EITC stakeholders and celebrate the program’s success. Bridge has helped more than 11,000 families attending more than 500 schools across 59 of our state’s counties since our inception in 2005.” Students, school officials and local officials, including state Sen. Jake Corman, R-Bellefonte, and state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff, R-Bellefonte, attended the event to show their support for Pennsylvania’s EITC program and the local schools. “The Bridge Educational Foundation and the Educational Improvement Tax Credit program have been a huge asset to

Pennsylvania students and their families. It provides businesses with an opportunity to get involved in their community while helping to give children and parents more education options,” said Corman. “This program rewards businesses that make education a priority and are willing to invest in their local schools — and their students. It is a good investment in our children, our commonwealth and our future, and I thank all those here for their generosity in donating this scholarship money.” “This tax credit program is opening doors to opportunities that students and families in our communities might not otherwise be able to access,” said Benninghoff. “Through this process, the Bridge Educational Foundation and its donors continue to participate as active partners in the education of our children. Their investments will produce the next generation of entrepreneurs, civic leaders and other engaged citizens.” Nutt closed the program by stating, “Without the EITC program, many families could not afford educational options. We thank our legislative leaders for their support and expansion of the educational tax credit programs. We look forward to helping thousands of additional Pennsylvania families with EITC scholarships and hope that events like the one today encourage more businesses to participate in the EITC.” The scholarship donations announced today are part of the K-12 EITC program which provides companies with a 75 per-

Submitted photo

BRIDGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION recently announced the availability of EITC scholarships for students at local parochial schools. Pictured, front row, from left, are Eli Lipscomb, Jordan Wiser, Charles Ross, Jake Griggs, Peter Forstmeier and Chris Chirieleison, all of St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy. Middle row, from left, are Sue Pollick and Kristina Tice, both of St. John the Evangelist School, and Brian Hackman and Judy Archibald, of Waste Management. Back row, from left, are Father John Gibbons, of St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy, Pastor Rick Gilbaugh, of Centre County Christian Academy, Steve Reidy, of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, Jim Tricolli, of RBC Capital Markets, state Sen. Jake Corman and state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff. cent tax credit — 90 percent for a two-year commitment — for funds donated to approved, nonprofit scholarship or educa-

tional improvement. Businesses may donate up to $750,000 per year though the program.

Video sessions from autism conference available online UNIVERSITY PARK — Lauren Zima, supervisor for autism services at Chambersburg Area School District, has attended the National Autism Conference for six years and, while the conference spans just four days, she knows its resources are just a click away. In an effort to provide the conference’s content to a greater audience, more than 20 full video sessions are available online for free. The National Autism Conference

promote evidence-based interventions for school-based services. In 2014, attendees from 28 states, plus Canada, France, Italy and the United Kingdom, were represented at the four-day conference. Noteworthy online sessions include: Speech Basics for Children with Autism (session 32), Teaching Generalized Multiply Controlled Verbal Behavior to Children with Autism (44), An Introduction to the Analysis of Verbal Behavior and Autism Interventions (53) and Anxiety in Persons on the Spectrum: The Psychological Equivalent of Fever (72). Additionally, Zima referenced the closing keynote from Amiris Dipuglia, a mother of two with autism and a PaTTAN collaborator, as particularly impactful. “Listening to Amiris renewed my commitment to the students I work with and increased my understanding of the challenges parents face every day,” said Zima. “It’s crucial that children with autism receive the support they need.” Archived sessions from the National Autism Conference are available at www.wpsu.org/live/autism2014.

was held recently at The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel at the University Park campus. “The online sessions are incredibly useful on an ongoing basis,” said Zima. “We offer professional development for our staff who now have access to world-renowned professionals and specific content.” Mike Miklos, a behavior analyst and Pennsylvania certified school psychologist who works as an educational consultant for the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network, views the sessions as an invaluable resource for parents and educators. “There’s a full series of sessions that addresses what works with students with autism and it’s focused on interventions that have empirical evidence,” said Miklos. “The sessions are pertinent to teachers and parents who have school-aged children and cover issues including best practices for instruction.” The National Autism Conference welcomes nearly 1,500 presenters, parents, educators and service providers each year to provide updates on autism research and to

GAZETTE THE CENTRE COUNTY

Coming up in The Gazette …

Nov. 26 Holiday Shopping

Calling All Healthcare Professionals Are you a certified or licensed healthcare specialist in a field or profession such as.... pharmacy tech, radiologic tech, respiratory therapy, LPN, paramedic, or others? You might be closer to a college degree than you think! Lock Haven University at Clearfield offers a degree completion program for individuals who are certified or licensed healthcare professionals. You may be halfway to earning your associate degree! Our Associate of Applied Science in Healthcare Professions could be just what you need to open the door to new opportunities. LHU Clearfield is the most affordable University in the region and is just a short drive away.

Call us at 814-768-3405

to discover how to use your healthcare credential to earn a college degree! www.lhup.edu/clearfield

Delivering RESULTS

ACE THE NEXT REPORT CARD WITH SYLVAN We know academic results are important to you. Sylvan students typically see up to two to three times more growth in their math and reading scores than if they hadn’t come to Sylvan*. Act now and make this school year the best one yet.

Dec. 4 Victorian Christmas

Report card a problem? We’re the solution. Call now and schedule an academic check up for $49! Savings of $100. Offer valid at Sylvan of State College only. Expires 12/31/14.

Sylvan of State College

814-234-8990 SylvanSC@verizon.net

*See the complete Sylvan Field Research Results at SylvanResearchInstitute.com.

If you would like to advertise in one of the special sections, contact the Gazette at (814) 238-5051 or email sales@centrecountygazette.com

Community

November 13-19, 2014

Page 11

Penns Valley pastor takes bicycle trip of a lifetime By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — Back in April, K.R. Mele and his friend Harold Morgan embarked on the trip of a lifetime. The pair pedaled for 3,178 miles on bikes from Santa Monica, Calif., to St. Augustine, Fla. Mele, the pastor of Family Life of Penns Valley Church, was inspired to make a cross-country bicycle trip to raise money to be used for his church’s missions projects, and to construct a church building for his congregation. (Currently, he leads 130 people in worship services at the Penns Valley Elementary and Intermediate School or, weather permitting, in a covered pavilion on the church’s property at Route 192 and Ridge Road in Gregg Township.) He had heard of a pastor walking across the country, but decided that would take too long, and that traveling by bicycle would be faster and easier. As Mele was reading a book about cross-country bicycling, Morgan saw him and said, “You and I should do that.” Mele agreed, and trip planning began. The trip morphed into more than just a fundraiser. It became a mission trip, sharing the Christian gospel all along the way, according to Mele. The men accepted individual monetary donations on a per-mile basis, as well as contributions from various churches and organizations. Before the trip, Mele and Morgan had no experience in long-distance cycling. “I didn’t even own a road bike, and I had never ridden one more than 26 miles,” Mele said. He contacted Earl’s Bicycle Store in Lewisburg, whose owner offered him and Morgan substantial discounts on Giant Defy road bikes. The bikes are very high-tech models made of lightweight composite materials and designed to be very efficient on long trips. Mele, 47, and Morgan, 74, began their trip on April 27 on a route which took them through southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, the southern tiers of Texas and Louisiana, the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, Alabama and the Florida panhandle. “We averaged about 70 miles per day, and on four of the days we were able to do 100 miles,” said Mele. The riders had no major health issues, other than some water on Mele’s knee and a sore hand. Mele said he overcame fatigue by concentrating on words found in Philip-

pians 4:13, which says “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” A minivan, driven by Morgan’s wife and his sister and stocked with food, drinks, spare tires, parts and tools, followed the riders on the road. “We had seven flats (tires) each, and we didn’t have any after Texas,” said Mele. He noted that it took the riders 13 days of the 38-day trip just to get across Texas. “We couldn’t wait to get out of Texas,” he said. Morgan was riding on his last spare tire in Texas, and it had a slice in it. He wedged a folded dollar bill between the tire and tube to act as a patch. “He rode from Texas to Florida on a dollar bill,” quipped Mele. Mele said that one memorable time during the trip was climbing Emory Pass in New Mexico, which took the pair to an altitude of 8,200 feet. “It took us two hours to climb it, but once we got to the top we had a 17-mile downhill ride,” he said. “We had our hands on the brakes the whole way down through the Sturns, just flying — it was so much fun.” Another memorable moment was crossing the Mississippi River. “On that day we hit 100 miles when we were right at the top of the bridge crossing the Mississippi,” said Mele. “It was an amazing moment.” Mele remembers some tense times on the road, too. “Once, we were on a country road with no berm, two lanes, where the speed limit was 80 (mph). It was a logging road with trucks,” he said. “We just had to trust the Lord — that he was going to take care of us, and he did.” Mele said the highlight of the whole trip was the people he and Morgan met along the way. “People would buy us things on the trip, or take care of a (motel) room for us,” said Mele. “A guy in the lobby gave us $100 for expenses, and a church we were at in Van Horn, Texas, gave us their whole offering one Sunday morning.” Mele said that the end of the trip was emotionally overwhelming. “We stood on the beach with our front tires in the Atlantic after our back tires had been in the Pacific. Harold and I looked at each other, and it was like, ‘Did we just do that?’” he said. Mele’s wife surprised him on the last day by flying to

Submitted photo

HOWARD MORGAN, left, and Pastor K.R. Mele on the beach in St. Augustine, Fla., at the end of their fundraising bicycle trip. Florida to greet him. “I was asleep and she knocked on my hotel door,” he said. “That was an incredible moment.” Mele kept a detailed journal during the trip and took many photos along the way. He is currently writing a book about his experiences on the trip. He noted that some of the money raised by the mission trip has already been used for fresh water wells in Zambia, and his congregation plans to break ground for a church building in April. Would Mele do it again? “I’m praying about the future and what else the Lord would want us to do,” he said.

Church holds benefit concert for local minister By SAM STITZER

Irwin Family. Additionally, a silent auction was held in the church social hall. Theresa Heiser, CENTRE HALL — A few years ago, who announced the winners of the auction Brian Judy was a member of Grace United that afternoon, was surprised at the numMethodist Church in Centre Hall, where ber of donated items. he and several other members formed the “We expected about 30 or 35 items for praise band Glorified. He then became an the auction,” she said. “We got 150.” ordained United Methodist minister and The auction’s goods were donated by began serving as pastor of three churchlocal merchants and citizens, and included es in Martha Furnace, Julian and Gray’s gift coupons, handmade craft items, autoWoods. motive items, artwork, sports tickets and GET Then, justUP a fewTO months ago, Judy, of even a lawnmower. Centre Hall, was diagnosed with an agThe benefit event drew a capacity crowd gressive form of brain cancer. A surgical to the church, with a standing-room-only procedure to remove a large tumor left him audience for the musical performances. partially paralyzed on his right side. As he The social hall was filled with auction recovers and undergoes further treatment, browsers and bidders, and members of expenses are mounting for his family. Girl Scout
Troop 4 in Centre Hall were on When the members of Glorified, Judy’s hand to serve refreshments donated by GET UP TO CASH BACK former band, heard about his$ situation, church members. ON ALL WITH they sprang intoeMAX action toMODELS organize a benJudy’s mother-in-law, Audrey Oakes, efit concert. That concert was held on Nov. praised the work of the Glorified members BACKHOE & IMPLEMENT PACKAGES 9 at Grace United Methodist andCASH featured in organizing the event. BACK ON ALL eMAX MODELS WITH Glorified, Grace Choir, Joyful Noise, Adam “The response was beyond belief,” she BACKHOE & IMPLEMENT PACKAGES and Megan Jepson, Mark Bregar and The said. pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

1000 $

1000

1000

$

CASH BACK

Always Fresh, Always

Fun!

ON ALL eMAX MODELS WITH BACKHOE & IMPLEMENT PACKAGES

Tractor/Loader/Backhoe Packages starting at

229/mo.

$

PLUS $ 1000

0 HO

TH

D DAY

SALE

Cash Back!

0 20HTH O ANNIVERSAR

TH

D www.WeldonEquipment.com D AY

RES D ALE Y

3170 S. Eagle Valley Rd., Julian

814-355-3323

RI BB ON

HO LID AY

A lesson in Good Taste... Find out what’s cookin’ today at

Eat-In. Take Out. Catering. Franchising.

GET UP TO

SAM STITZER/For the Gazette

VISITORS BROWSE nearly 150 items during the silent auction to benefit Brian Judy.

herwigsaustrianbistro.com

SALE

* See dealer for details. Some restrictions apply. With approved credit, tax and fees extra. Payment figured at 0% for 84 months. † Offer expires 11/30/14.

272.0738

132 W. College Ave. 814.

M-Wed 11-8, Th-Sat 11-9 | BYOB | Gift Certificates Available

Page 12

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

Bell ringers needed for holiday season STATE COLLEGE — Interfaith Human Services, formerly Interfaith Mission, will be ringing bells as part of its Wishing Well campaign to raise money for clients in need in Centre County. Last year, more than 800 people volunteered to be bell ringers. Each volunteer spends just one or two hours ringing. This year, bell-ringing days will be every day from Friday, Nov. 28, until Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Corner Room and Meyer Dairy. Both locations are outside, but offer places to warm up. All IHS congregations are being asked to help, and any service club, Scout troop or business group is welcome to participate. In 2013-14, Interfaith Human Services aided 61 adults and 35 children with emergency financial assistance money that was generated through the Wishing Well campaign. This money stopped families from losing their utilities or being evicted, and also paid for unexpected prescriptions due to sudden illness or hospitalization. To volunteer, sign up at www.ihs-centrecounty.org/ wishing-well-campaign.html. For more information, contact Interfaith Human Services at (814) 234-7731. SAM STITZER/For the Gazette

CUB SCOUTS from Pack 20 in Centre Hall met at Grace United Methodist Church to collect food for the Scouting for Food program.

Cub Scouts go ‘Scouting for Food’ By SAM STITZER

The food was collected for the Centre Hall-Potter Food Bank, which operates from the basement of Grace United Methodist Church. But, Saturday’s collection of food was taken to the home of food bank coordinator Bonnie Brown for temporary storage and sorting. Several pickup trucks filled with bags arrived at Brown’s house following the collection. The Cub Scouts and leaders unloaded the food, while more loads of food collected in Potter Township by Boy Scouts from Troop 20 of Centre Hall were also delivered. The food will be distributed at the food bank later this month. The Scouting for Food program began in 1985 in the St. Louis, Mo., area, and was quickly adopted as a community service activity by Boy Scout troops all across the country. In the Law of the Pack, a Cub Scout gives goodwill, and in the Boy Scout Promise, a Boy Scout promises to help other people at all times. The Scouting for Food program gives the Scouts a way to fulfill those promises. Throughout the years, thousands of troops and packs nationwide have collected tens of millions of pounds of food which has been distributed to their needy neighbors. The Scouting for Food program has resulted in the largest collection and donation of foodstuffs ever experienced in the United States.

pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

CENTRE HALL — On the morning of Nov. 8, Cub Scout leader Art Gover and parent volunteers drove members of Pack 20 around the borough of Centre Hall to pick up bags of food items put out by local residents. Earlier that week, the Cubs had placed tags on the doors of those residents, requesting donations of non-perishable food as part of the nationwide Scouting for Food program.

BINGO BINGO O G N I B

Snow Shoe EMS

Every Saturday Night 7PM | Doors open at 5PM 492 W. Sycamore St. (Rt. 144)

e Extrem $939

Progressive Jackpot Smoke Free and Handicap Accessible

Watch The Gazette Every Week for Our Ads! COM E JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF FUN!

We Accept Food Stamps, EBT, or SNAP Benefits

Cooking classes offered PHILIPSBURG — Free nutrition and cooking classes for parents and caregivers of children still living at home will be held on Saturdays at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St. in Philipsburg. The sessions will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on four Saturdays, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13. There will be education about cooking, as well as free gifts. Registration is required. For more information, call (814) 355-4897.

With Choice of Three Toppings

Tr y our

850 Stratford Drive, State College

WHITE VEGGIE PIZZA!

Owner - Sam Stoltzfus Store Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 9am-6pm Sat. 9am-4pm

• • • • •

ALTOONA — Children’s Miracle Network at Geisinger’s annual Brunch With Santa event will take place at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14, inside the SoHo Room at the Casino at Lakemont Park. The brunch benefits Janet Weis Children’s Hospital pediatric services Entertainment will include master balloon artist Denny Huber and storyteller Jan Kinney, and children’s activities also will be available. Each child in attendance will receive a small gift and have the chance to meet Santa Claus. Tickets for the breakfast are $12 each, and $7 for children 2 and older. Tickets are available online at www. events.geisinger.org or at the Children’s Miracle Network office in Cricket Field Plaza, Altoona. For more information about the breakfast, call the Children’s Miracle Network office at (800) 322-5437.

16" Pizza Only $9.99!

State College Knights of Columbus

206 W High St. Bellefonte 814-548-6281

Brunch With Santa set

Bulk Foods Frozen Foods Produce • Home Canned Goods Local Farm Fresh Eggs • Large Candy Selection Deli Sandwiches • JF Martin Meats Belle Market in Bellefonte is a Discount Grocery Store where you SAVE a lot of $$$$.

Breakfast • Lunch Dinner • Pizza Penn State Creamery & Gallikers Ice Cream

Make Rony’s Place Your Place!

MONDAY, NOV. 17 at 7:00 PM Kitchen Opens at 5:30PM

Jackpot $1,000 - 56 Numbers Extreme BINGO - $1,200 Magic Number - $100

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK: Bologna $1.99/lb Potatoes $2.39/5 lbs

The State College Presbyterian Church’s Henszey Lecture Series Presents: Educator, Author, Religious Scholar and Person of Faith

Diana Butler Bass

Christianity After Religion

The Future of Faith

Sunday, Nov. 16, 4PM

Monday , Nov. 17, 7PM

State College Presbyterian Church, 132 West Beaver Ave.

State College Presbyterian Church, 132 West Beaver Ave.

Everyone is invited. Child Care is available at the Sunday afternoon talk. Easy and ample parking is available in the Fraser St. and Beaver Ave. garages.

For more info see www.scpresby.org or www.dianabutlerbass.com

DAILY SPECIALS Eat In or Take Out

276 W. College Ave., Pleasant Gap

Just 3 miles from the Nittany Mall!

359.4426

814.

Mon.-Thurs. 6am-10pm • Fri. 6am-11pm • Sat. 7am-11pm • Sun. 7am-10pm

Winter Reflections Craft Show Saturday, November 15 9:00am-4:00pm

South Hills School of Business & Technology 480 Waupelani Drive, State College (Main Campus - Next to The YMCA)

Quality Local Handcrafted Items & More!

Baskets Beaded Ornaments Children’s Items & Toys Crocheted Items Designer Clothing Fabric Creations Goot Essa Cheeses: “Locally Produced Fine Cheese” “Green” Mittens Hand Painted Wooden Items Handbags Handcrafted Jewelry

Handcrafted Collars, Leashes & Harnesses for Pets Homemade Candy, Fudge & More Home Made Candles Photos & Art Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins & Pirate Merchandise Pottery Soaps & Lotions Stained Glass Unique Lamps ... And Much, Much More

d Delicious Homemade Food d RELAY FOR LIFE Bake Sale d Festive Shopping Environment d Free ADMISSION & PARKING Questions before the show: 814-234-7755

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

Page 13

Penn State alumna launches children’s book

AMBER IRWIN/Special to the Gazette

AMBER IRWIN won first place in the Dogs in the Outdoors category of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation’s “Through the Seasons 2014� photo contest.

Local photographer wins parks foundation contest WARRIORS MARK — Amber Irwin, of Warriors Mark, won first place in the Dogs in the Outdoors category of the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation’s “Through the Seasons 2014� photo contest. The winning photograph featured an image of her dog at Black Moshannon State Park. “I hike at Black Moshannon often; it’s one of my favorite state parks. I always try to capture something different each visit,� Irwin said. “I saw the light in this setting, and just had to capture it. I love the ‘golden hour.’� The PPFF contest included six categories: Appreciation of Beauty, Kids in the Outdoors, Outdoor Recreation, Dogs in the Outdoors, Volunteers in Action and a new division, Young Photographers. All photos had to be taken in a Pennsylvania state

park or forest and judging was done by popular vote on Facebook and by critics’ choice. The winning photographs can be viewed at the foundation’s Facebook page, as well as at other online locations, including Take Five: Fridays with Pam and Explore: Pennsylvania’s Outdoors in Your Inbox. “The images we received this year are simply captivating. The pictures capture a moment in time — be it a bird in repose or the connection between child and parent or the play of light on water,� said PPFF president Marci Mowery. “We appreciate and enjoy all of the photos entered in the contest and their celebration of our public lands.� For information, visit www.paparksandforests.org or www.facebook.com/ PennsylvaniaParksAndForestsFoundation.

‘Season of Promise’ set for Nov. 16 STATE COLLEGE — “Season of Promise,� presented by Penn State hospitality management students, will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16, at Levels Night Club, 420 E. College Ave. in State College. The event will benefit the nonprofit organization Pencils of Promise. Pencils of Promise believes every child should have access to quality education. The group creates schools, programs and global communities around the common goal of education for all. The Season of Promise campaign benefits new efforts in

Ghana. The goal is to raise enough funds to provide three students with scholarships so they can each receive a secondary education. The night of dancing and dining at Levels Night Club will include in a variety of hor d’oeuvres and desserts, cocktails from an open bar and dancing to live music. Tickets are $25 for those 21 and older and $16 for those under 21. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.pencils-ofpromise.ticketleap.com/season-of-promise or search Season of Promise on Facebook.

)$// &5$)7 )$,5 6XQGD\ 1RYHPEHU 30 0RVKDQQRQ 9DOOH\ <0&$

-XG\ (GZDUGV KH\MXGH #\DKRR FRP

enhance vocabulary and word recognition while supporting science, technology, engineering and math concepts. Zerphy and her family recently moved back to Happy Valley. “It was always a dream of ours to move to State College, and I am happy to say that a little over a year ago we made that dream come true,â€? she said. “Moving around the country with the Navy was a great experience, but we’re happy to be back in our home state once again.â€? Zerphy and her husband are originally from Klecknersville. This October, Zerphy established Steel Crab Industries Inc. in State College as a foundation for building her publishing, illustration, graphic art and photography work. “Submarineâ€? is currently being sold at Webster’s Bookstore CafĂŠ at 133 E. Beaver Ave. in State College. For more information and to purchase a copy, visit www.steelcrab.com.

Our Lady of Victory Preschool to host annual Wine and Chocolate Party STATE COLLEGE — Our Lady of Victory Preschool staff, volunteers and parents will host a special fundraising event in December. The annual Wine and Chocolate Holiday Party will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, at the OLV Activity Center, located at 820 Westerly Parkway in State College. Parking will be available directly outside the building. The annual festive holiday event helps raise money to cover the various costs incurred throughout the school year and provide assistance for ongoing projects not covered through the budget.

There will be wine tasting from Seven Mountains Winery, Oak Spring Winery and Evergreen Valley Vineyards, along with shopping from local area vendors such as Barbara’s Hallmark, Home Reflections and Reflections. There also will be door prizes and an extensive silent auction, including gift certificates from local area businesses and Penn State sports merchandise. Tickets are on sale now for $10 per person. Silent auction winners will be announced at 9 p.m. For more information, visit www.olvcs.schoolwires.net/events, contact Beth at (814) 238-6616 or email doughertyb@olvcs.org.

Find us online at centrecountygazette.com

The plate is empty, but not for long.

That’s because 30 meals are going to local food banks for every new personal checking account opened in November.

*(7 <285 3,&785( :,7+ 6$17$ $1' +,6 6/(,*+ 30 &RVW

%HQHžWV 0RVKDQQRQ 9DOOH\ <0&$œV 6WXGHQW <RXWK 7KHDWUH 3URJUDP

)5(( $'0,66,21 5(7851,1* 1(: 9(1'256 &21&(66,21 67$1' %$.( 6$/( 5$))/(6 )25 025( ,1)250$7,21 &217$&7 +HDWKHU 3OHVNRQNR KSOHVNRQNR#FRPFDVW QHW

STATE COLLEGE — Penn State alumna Jeni Kocher Zerphy recently launched her children’s book, “Submarine,� in the State College area. The inspiration for the book was Zerphy’s husband, Matt, a U.S. Naval Academy alumnus and former submariner who served aboard the USS Connecticut and USS Finback. During her husband’s time on the USS Connecticut, a submarine, Zerphy said she realized it would be a great concept for a children’s book. Their son, Alex, was mesmerized by the “hustle and bustle,� as well as the interesting sights and sounds aboard the ship. “The book started as a poem I wrote for Alex to talk to him about what his dad was doing while he was away at sea,� Zerphy said. “Submarine� invites readers to come aboard and join fun critters on a tour of the underwater vessel. Children will learn new concepts, meet lovable characters and

026+$1121 9$//(< <0&$ 1RUWK WK 6WUHHW 3KLOLSVEXUJ 3$ ZZZ \PFDRIFHQWUHFRXQW\ RUJ

And today, food banks are more than just food. They’re about nutrition education and lessons in cooking. They’re about the working parents that still don’t have enough. To open your account, visit susquehanna.net/30Days or stop by your local branch. Visit us on Facebook and we’ll donate even more when you like, comment or share. #30DaysofThanks

Doing what counts™. | Member FDIC

Page 14

y Supelco, folrs, etc

The Centre County Gazette

CUPCAKE FUNDRAISER

November 13-19, 2014

Operation Christmas Child seeking donations STATE COLLEGE — With holiday supplies already covering the store shelves, central Pennsylvania individuals, families, churches and groups are working to make Christmas a reality for needy kids around the world by filling shoe boxes with toys, school supplies, hygiene items and notes of encouragement. Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, is ramping up as residents prepare to collect gift-filled shoe boxes during National Collection Week, Monday, Nov. 17, through Monday, Nov. 24. At local collection sites, anyone can drop off a gift-filled shoe box to send to a child overseas. Then, using whatever means necessary — trucks, trains, boats, bikes and even elephant — the shoe box gifts will be delivered to children worldwide. There are seven drop-off locations for Operation Christmas Child: Centre County Christian Academy, Bellefonte; Park Forest Baptist Church, State College; Faith Alive Fellowship, Spring Mills; Lighthouse Evangelical Church, West Decatur; Kish Valley Grace Brethern, Reedsville; McAlevy’s Fort Presbyterian Church, Huntingdon; and House of the Lord Fellowship, Lock Haven. For more information, visit www.samaritanspurse.org.

Submitted photo

Find us on Facebook. Search “Centre County Gazette.”

IN HONOR OF Veterans Day, Bellefonte Area High School junior Courtney Crable sold and baked more than 955 cupcakes, with the help of a few friends and the generosity of the Faith United Methodist church in Bellefonte. Crable used the proceeds from the sale to send a check of more than $1,600 to The Wounded Warriors Project. In the past, Crable’s cupcake sales have benefitted the Susan G. Komen Foundation, Make-A-Wish and Relay for Life.

Spaghetti dinner planned PLEASANT GAP — The Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology’s SkillsUSA chapter will be holding a spaghetti dinner on Friday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the CPI cafeteria. The proceeds from the dinner will help offset travel expenses to state and national competitions and possibly an end-of-the-year educational trip. Dinner will include spaghetti, salad and breadsticks. Takeout will be available starting at 4 p.m. Tickets are $7 at the door and $5 in advance. To purchase tickets in advance, contact Mindi Tobias or Mark Keller at (814) 359-2793.

PARSE to meet Nov. 20 STATE COLLEGE — The Pennsylvania Association of Retired State Employees, Mount Nittany Chapter, will meet at noon on Thursday, Nov. 20, at Hoss’s Steak and Sea House, 1450 N. Atherton St. in State College. For more information about the meeting, call (814) 3592442.

12 ANNUAL POLAR BEAR PLUNGE Saturday, December 6, 2014 Bald Eagle State Park TH

For more Information or to register go to www.ymcaocc.org 10:00 am Check-In, Registration, Raffles, Breakfast by Pizza Mia 10:45 am Opening Remarks 11:00 am Super Plunge -Sponsored by Supelco 11:00 am 11:15 am 11:30 am 12:30 pm

Little Dippers Plunge Closing Remarks & Prize Drawings Post Plunge Party @ Bonfattos

2014 SPONSORS Centre County Airport Authority

BennerTownship

Helen Alters

Sharon Pletcher Family Foot Center

ROY BROOKS WELDING, INC.

Spring Township Bellefonte Sunrise Rotary Club

Bellefonte EMS and Howard Fire Company

3twenty9.com

Thursday, November 20 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Adults $9.50 • Ages 6 to 10 $4.50 • Under 5 Free Eat in or Take out!

850 Stratford Drive, State College (Knights Hall)

All You Can Eat Adults $7, Kids 12 and under $4 Saturday, November 15, 2014 4pm to 7pm

Bellefonte Kiwanis Club

WEBSITE/GRAPHIC DESIGN

The Sign Factory

Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Bread Dressing Balls, Cranberry Sauce, Green Beans, Tossed Salad, Rolls & Butter, Beverage and Dessert.

120 W Lamb Street, Bellefonte, Fellowship Hall

Milesburg Lions Club

BELLEFONTE BRANCH

Atherton Hotel

TURKEY DINNER

Tim Hockenberry Trucking

For More Information, Call St. John’s Episcopal Church at 814.355.0497

gameDay gazeTTe

november 13-19, 2014

TEMPLE VS. PENN STATE ■ NOON

■

By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — A single play can easily win or lose a football game; it happens all the time. But can one play re-energize an entire team and its fan base? Can just one play save a season? If we are talking about Bill Belton’s 92yard bolt in Penn State’s 13-7 victory over Indiana, the answer to those questions is a definite “yes.” What the Nittany Lions do in their final three games in 2014 remains to be seen, of course, but put in context, the impact of Belton’s record-setting run can’t be overstated. Penn State was mired in a four-game losing streak that had no guarantees of ending any time soon, if at all. The Nittany Lions were not moving the ball against the Hoosiers and had virtually nothing to show for almost two quarters of work. To make matters worse, a Christian Hackenberg sideline wide-receiver screen pass had just been picked off by Indiana’s Mark Murphy and returned 47 yards for a pick-6 and a 7-0 Hoosier lead. It was a frustratingly low point for Penn State. Something positive needed to happen, and soon. Belton must have felt the same way. On the first play from scrimmage after the kickoff, without a hint that anything extraordinary was about to happen, Belton took a handoff from Hackenberg and burst untouched through the middle of the Indiana line. Out in the clear, Belton outran the futilely pursuing defenders to the end zone and, just that fast, tied the game 7-7. The 92-yarder was the longest scoring run from scrimmage in Penn State history. From there, the Penn State defense took over. Not only did Indiana not get into the end zone for the rest of the game, the Hoosiers didn’t even get into the red zone. Two Sam Ficken field goals later, no

more losing streak, with three more chances to win this season — rather than three more possible failures. The irony of head coach James Franklin saying that the win was one of the prettiest he had seen in 20 years was not lost on Penn State fans. Now PSU turns to the matter of those three remaining games, which seem even more important since Belton and the Lions have given themselves a chance at redemption. Temple is first, at Beaver Stadium, on Saturday, Nov. 15. The Owls (5-4), like Penn State, have had their share of adversity this season. After a rousing 20-10 victory over thenNo. 21-ranked East Carolina on Nov. 1, the Owls clamped down on high-scoring Memphis, only to suffer a heartbreaking 16-13 loss after place kicker Jake Elliot’s last-second, 31-yard field goal. Although Temple coach (and former Penn Stater) Matt Ruhle and his team were disappointed in the loss, Memphis coach Justin Fuentes was very impressed with the Owls. “That was an awfully good football team we played,” Fuentes said. “I’m telling you, Matt (Rhule) has done a fantastic job here. Those kids believe, and they are tough and physical. They play hard. He’s got a really good squad. “They are obviously very good on defense. They were mixing up looks, bringing pressures and then dropping back. We had a hard time all night with all aspects of their defense.” On offense, Temple averages 343 yards per game, and the Owls average more than 30 points. They have outscored their opponents 37-3 in the fourth quarter. Quarterback P.J. Walker leads the offense for Temple, and so far this season he’s completed 147-270 passes for 1,679 yards and 11 touchdowns. Walker has also run 39 times for 183 yards and three scores. Jahad Thomas is the leading rusher with 72 carries for 395 yards, and he is fol-

■ Rosters ■ Schedules ■ Standings ■ Statistics ■ Depth charts

TV: ESPN2

SIGHT

BOWL GAME IN

After win at IU, Penn State focused on Temple and possible bowl bid

Inside:

“I don’t want to sound cliché,” he said, “but football comes down to if you get the chance to make a play, you’re going to make it. I think we have a bunch of players who are going to be able to make a lot of plays. They’ll make them next week or the week after. “We’ve lost some games here on the last play, but I don’t want to minimize it. I think that is a discredit to our group. If people are going to come out to one of our games, our kids are going to compete until the end. It feels so different from last year. It (losing) lowed by Ken Harper hurts a little bit and obvi(263 yards) and Jamie ously I am disappointed, Gilmore (188). but it feels so different Jalen Fitzpatrick is because I see where they the leading receiver for are headed. We’ll get the Owls with 37 catches, there.” 512 yards and five touchFor Penn State, it will downs. Fitzpatrick, howbe another Saturday ever, was injured in the Memfacing a team with a phis game and his status for tough front seven that the PSU game is still unlikes to bring pressure. known. The 330 yards of ofJahad Thomas (10 fense and 15 first downs by catches, 259 yards), Jamie the Lions against Indiana were Gilmore (10 for 148), John improvements, but PSU still gave Chrisopher (20 for 140) up five sacks and the pick-6. Temand Ken Harper (18 for ple will test the PSU offensive line 130) follow Fitzpatrick. early and often. Temple gives up an There also should be no lack of average of 163 rushing incentive for either team because the yards and 200 passing winner will notch its sixth win and beyards, but the Owls have come bowl-eligible. recovered 17 fumbles, inAnd, like Maryland, Temple has a tercepted eight passes and long history of losses to Penn State recorded 20 sacks. that it would love to interrupt with Memphis, averaging a win. more than 200 yards per So, it all shapes up to be angame rushing, was held to just other day in which the Nittany 83 by Temple. Lions will ask their defense Linebackers Tyler Matakevich to keep things under conand Nate Smith lead the Owl detrol until Hackenberg and fense with a combined 144 tackles, the offense can get unwhile DL Praise Martin-Ojuike leads tracked. with six sacks. Of course, unless Ruhle, for one, thinks the Owls are close Belton enjoyed to coming together as a team. that touchdown run so SAM FRICHE/AP photo much that PENN STATE’S Saeed Blacknall makes a catch during he decides the Nov. 8 game with Indiana at Bloomington, Ind. The to rip off Nittany Lions snapped a four-game losing streak with a a couple 13-7 win. more.

WE COOK. YOU PLAY.

SCORE!

HUDDLE UP & PICK YOUR PLAY from Curbside Pickup to Full Stadium Site Service

No one does tailgates like Hoag’s!

CATERING & EVENT RENTALS

We do it all! From tents to food, give us a call for all your tailgating needs at Beaver Stadium* or anywhere you huddle up for the game.

* at assigned spaces

814.238.0824

2280 Commercial Blvd. State College hoagscatering.com

2601 East College Ave., State College, PA

814-237-0260

on Hall

Celebrati AT

Select from our tailgate menus, or design your own with amazing ala carte options! Either way... We cook. You play!

Weathertech Products Entire Line

10% Off Everyday Low Price

Offers Expire November 30, 2014

Page 16

The Centre County Gazette

Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

Penn State roster

1 Bill Belton 1 Christian Campbell 2 Marcus Allen 2 Jake Kiley 3 Da’Quan Davis 3 DeAndre Thompkins 4 Adrian Amos 5 DaeSean Hamilton 5 Nyeem Wartman 6 Malik Golden 7 Koa Farmer 7 Eugene Lewis 8 Gary Wooten 9 Jordan Lucas 9 Trace McSorley 10 Trevor Williams 11 Brent Wilkerson 12 Chris Godwin 12 Jordan Smith 13 Saeed Blacknall 13 Jesse Merise 14 Kasey Gaines 14 Christian Hackenberg 15 Grant Haley 15 Micheal O’Connor 16 Billy Fessler 16 Devin Pryor 17 D.J. Crook 17 Dad Poquie 18 Deion Barnes 18 Jesse James 19 Daquan Worley 20 Jordan Dudas 20 Johnathan Thomas 21 Amani Oruwariye 22 Akeel Lynch 23 Mark Allen 23 Ryan Keiser 24 Nick Scott 24 Anthony Smith 25 Von Walker 26 Brandon Bell 27 Collin Harrop 28 Zach Zwinak 29 Brandon Johnson 29 Brandon Kuntz 30 Charles Idemuia 31 Brad Bars 31 Adam Geiger 32 Jack Haffner 33 Chip Chiappialle 34 Dominic Salomone 35 Matthew Baney 36 Hunter Crawford 36 Deron Thompson 37 Kyle Alston 37 Chris Gulla 38 Desi Davis 38 Ben Kline 39 Jesse Della Valle 40 Jason Cabinda 41 Parker Cothren 41 Zach Ladonis 42 T.J. Rhattigan 43 Mike Hull 44 Troy Reeder 44 Tyler Yazujian 45 Adam Cole 47 Brandon Smith 48 Ryan Ammerman 49 Brian Tomasetti 50 Mike Wiand 51 Drew Boyce 52 Curtis Cothran 53 Derek Dowrey 54 Sean Corcoran 55 Wendy Laurent 56 Carter Henderson 57 Marshall Lefferts 58 Chance Sorrell 59 Andrew Nelson 60 Noah Bed 65 Miles Dieffenbach 66 Angelo Mangiro 67 Andrew Terlingo 69 Adam DeBoef 70 Brendan Mahon 71 Albert Hall 72 Brian Gaia 73 Steve Myers 74 Evan Galimberti 75 Brendan Brosnan 76 Donovan Smith 77 Chasz Wright 78 Tom Devenney 79 Charlie Shuman 80 Matt Zanellato 81 Adam Brenneman 82 Gregg Garrity 83 Luke Vadas 84 Chris Geiss 85 Troy Apke 86 DeShawn Baker 86 C.J. Olaniyan 87 Kyle Carter 88 Mike Gesicki 88 Tyrone Smith 90 Garrett Sickels 91 Tarow Barney 92 Joe Holmes 92 Daniel Pasquariello 93 Robby Liebel 93 Antoine White 94 Evan Schwan 95 Carl Nassib 96 Torrence Brown 97 Sam Ficken 98 Anthony Zettel 99 Austin Johnson 99 Joey Julius

RB Sr. DB Fr. DB Fr. S So. CB Jr. WR Fr. S Sr. WR Fr. LB So. DB So. S Fr. WR So. LB So. CB Jr. QB Fr. CB Jr. TE So. WR Fr. CB So. WR Fr. CB Jr. CB Fr. QB So. DB Fr. QB Fr. CB Fr. CB Sr. QB Fr. CB So. DE Jr. TE Jr. DB Fr. S Jr. RB Fr. DB Fr. RB So. Rb Fr. S Sr. RB Fr. S So. LB So. LB So. S So. RB Sr. RB Jr. WB Fr. FB So. DE Sr. RB So. RB So. RB So. FB So. LB Jr. LB Fr. RB Jr. DB Fr. P/PK Fr. WR Fr. LB Jr. S Sr. LB Fr. DT Fr. KS So. LB Jr. LB Sr. LB Fr. KS So. LB So. FB Fr. LB Fr. S Fr. LB Fr. LB Jr. DE Fr. G So. KS Fr. C So. LB Fr. OL Fr. OL Fr. T Fr. OL Fr. G Sr. C Jr. G Fr. T Fr. T Fr. T So. G So. OL Fr. G Fr. OL Fr. T Jr. T Fr. C Fr. T Fr. WR Jr. TE So. WR So. WR Fr. WR Fr. WR Fr. WR Jr. DE Sr. TE Jr. TE Fr. DT Sr. DE So. DT Jr. DT Fr. P Fr. P Fr. DT Fr. DE So. DE Jr. DL Fr. PK Sr. DE Jr. DT So. P Fr.

Central Florida Aug. 30 Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland Result: (W) 26-24 Attendance: 53,304

Akron Sept. 6 Beaver Stadium Result: (W) 21-3 Attendance: 97,354

Rutgers Sept. 13 High Point Solutions Stadium Result: (W) 13-10 Attendance: 53,774

UMass Sept. 20 Beaver Stadium Result: (W) 48-7 Attendance: 99,155

Northwestern Sept. 27 Beaver Stadium Result: (L) 29-6 Attendance: 102,910

Michigan Oct. 11 Michigan Stadium Result: (L) 18-13 Attendance: 113,085

The good, the bad and the ugly UNIVERSITY PARK — Well, the streak is over. Penn State’s losing skid finally ended at four games. The Nittany Lions picked up a hard-fought 13-7 victory in Bloomington, Ind., on Nov. 8. With the victory, the Lions move even closer to bowl eligibility and now stand at 5-4. It wasn’t a pretty win, so there’s plenty of good, bad and ugly to go around. ■ The good — A win. Look, when you are riding a fourgame losing streak, you have to take a win anyway you can get it. The Nittany Lions had to grind this one out. Down by seven points, they were able to put up 13 and do just enough to keep the Hoosiers at bay. Indiana or not, it was a road win, which is always a good thing to have in the ledger. ■ The bad — Hack’s pick-6. Indiana’s lone points of the game came on a horribly thrown pass by Penn State QB Christian Hackenberg. With three games remaining on the schedule, Hack has to eliminate these kinds of mistakes if Penn State is eyeing a record better than .500. There are a couple of winnable games left in 2014, but Hack needs to stop the turnovers heading down the stretch. ■ The ugly — Indiana football. Is there a worse atmosphere in the Big Ten than Bloomington? The stadium is generic, the uniforms are atrocious and the football program is ... well, we are quickly reminded that IU is a basketball-first school. The Hoosier football program is an afterthought. We re-learn that every single time the Lions visit. — Chris Morelli

SAM FRICHE/AP photo

PENN STATE’S Chris Godwin looks for running room after making a catch during Saturday’s 13-7 victory at Indiana. The Nittany Lions are now 5-4 this season.

PENN STATE

TEMPLE

Overall: 5-4 Big Ten: 2-4 Home: 2-3 Away: 2-1 Neutral: 1-0 Coach: James Franklin, first season Record at Penn State: 5-4 Overall: 29-19 vs. Temple: 0-0

Overall: 5-4 American Athletic Conference: 3-3 Home: 3-2 Away: 2-2 Neutral: 0-0 Coach: Matt Ruhle, second season Overall record: 7-14 vs. Penn State: 0-0

Team leaders

Team leaders

RUSHING Bill Belton: 96-417 (4.3, 5 TD) Akeel Lynch: 70-285 (4.1, 1 TD) Zach Zwinak: 40-112 (2.8, 3 TD)

RUSHING Jahad Thomas: 72-371 (5.2) Kenneth Harper: 67-263 (3.9, 5 TD) P.J. Walker: 73-183 (2.5, 3 TD)

PASSING Christian Hackenberg: 195 of 347, 2,206 yds., 7 TD, 12 int. D.J. Crook: 6 of 9, 57 yds., 1 TD Bill Belton: 0 of 3, 0 yds.

PASSING P.J. Walker: 147 of 270, 1,679 yds., 11 TD, 10 int. Connor Reilly: 10 of 19, 77 yds., 0 TD, 1 int. Jalen Fitzpatrick: 1 of 1, 14 yds.

BILL BELTON

RECEIVING DaeSean Hamilton: 64-761 (11.9, 1 TD) Eugene Lewis: 42-616 (14.7, 1 TD) Jesse James: 29-305 (10.5, 3 TD)

RECEIVING Jalen Fitzpatrick: 37-512 (13.8, 5 TD) Jahad Thomas: 10-259 (25.9, 1 TD) Jamie Gilmore: 10-148 (14.8)

SCORING Sam Ficken: 75 pts. (19 FG, 18 PAT) Bill Belton: 36 pts. (6 TD) Zach Zwinak: 18 pts. (3 TD)

SCORING Austin Jones: 53 pts. (8 FG, 29 PAT) Kenneth Harper: 36 pts. (6 TD) Jalen Fitzpatrick: 30 pts. (5 TD)

CHRISTIAN HACKENBERG

Offense PENN STATE 86.6 2.5 201-360-12 251.4 338.0 4.6 20.3

RUSHING/GAME RUSHING/ATT. PASSING PASSING/GAME TOTAL/GAME TOTAL/ATT. SCORING/GAME

KENNETH HARPER

P.J. WALKER

Defense TEMPLE 118.8 3.7 158-292-11 196.7 315.4 4.9 27.5

PENN STATE 85.6 2.5 148-280-11 182.0 267.6 4.1 16.6

RUSHING/GAME RUSHING/ATT. PASSING PASSING/GAME TOTAL/GAME TOTAL/ATT. SCORING/GAME

TEMPLE 163.6 3.7 166-271-8 200.6 364.2 4.9 18.1

gameDay Ohio State Oct. 25 Beaver Stadium Result: (L) 31-24 2 OT Attendance: 107,895

Maryland Nov. 1 Beaver Stadium Result: (L) 20-19 Attendance: 103,969

november 13-19, 2014

Indiana Nov. 8 Memorial Stadium Result: (W) 13-7 Attendance: 42,683

Temple Nov. 15 Beaver Stadium Time: Noon TV: ESPN2

Illinois Nov. 22 Memorial Stadium Time: TBA TV: TBA

PSU

Running Back 1 Bill Belton, 5-10, 2014, Sr. 22 Akeel Lynch, 6-0, 215, So. 33 Chip Chiappialle, 5-8, 209, So. 18 87 11 88

Tight End Jesse James, 6-7, 254, Jr. Kyle Carter, 6-3, 241, Jr. Brent Wilkerson, 6-3, 246, So. Mike Gesicki, 6-6, 240, Fr.

7 5 13 80 12

Wide Receiver Geno Lewis, 6-1, 199, So. DaeSean Hamilton, 6-1, 203, Fr. Saeed Blacknall, 6-3, 208, Fr. Matt Zanellato, 6-3, 200, Jr. Chris Godwin, 6-2, 210, Fr.

Center 66 Angelo Mangiro, 6-3, 309, Jr. 55 Wendy Laurent, 6-2, 292, Fr. Left Tackle 76 Donovan Smith, 6-5, 335, Jr. 71 Albert Hall, 6-4, 266, So. Left Guard 70 Brendan Mahon, 6-4, 304, Fr. 53 Derek Dowrey, 6-3, 324, So. Right Guard 72 Brian Gaia, 6-3, 291, So. 71 Albert Hall, 6-4, 290, So. Right Tackle 59 Andrew Nelson, 6-5, 305, Fr. 71 Albert Hall, 6-4, 290, So.

TEMPLE

OFFENSE Quarterback 11 P.J. Walker, 6-1, 200, Sr. 12 Connor Reilly, 6-3, 215, Sr.

Running Back 34 Jahad Thomas, 5-10, 170, So. 4 Kenneth Harper, 6-0, 225, Sr. 26 Jamie Gilmore, 5-8, 190, Jr. 5 84 7 81 17 19

Wide Receiver Jalen Fitzpatrick, 5-11, 180, Sr. Romond Deloatch, 6-4, 225, So. John Christopher, 5-10, 185, Jr. Brodrick Yancy, 5-11, 184, Fr. Brandon Shippen, 5-11, 189, Jr. Keith Kirkwood, 6-3, 210, So.

Left Tackle 66 Dion Dawkins, 6-5, 315, Sr. 67 Semaj Reed, 6-7, 300, Fr. Left Guard 75 Shahbaz Ahmed, 6-3, 285, Jr. 61 Peter Calderone, 6-3, 315, Jr. Center 79 Kyle Friend, 6-2, 305, Jr. 70 Jacob Quinn, 6-5, 295, Jr. Right Guard 68 Brendan McGowan, 6-4, 300, So. 69 Adrian Sullivan, 6-5, 290, Fr. Right Tackle 71 Eric Lofton, 6-5, 300, Jr. 53 Leon Johnson, 6-6, 300, Fr. Tight End 97 Wanemi Omuso, 6-2, 255, Sr. 86 Colin Thompson, 6-4, 250, So. 82 Saledeem Major, 6-3, 254, Jr.

50 52 51 56 91 58

DEFENSE Defensive End Praise Martin-Oguike, 6-2, 250, Jr. Avery Ellis, 6-2, 246, So. Brandon Chudnoff, 6-2, 250, Jr. Sharif French, 6-4, 240, So. Jacob Martin, 6-3, 230, Fr. Haason Reddick, 6-0, 215, So.

86 95 90 96 18 31 94

DEFENSE Defensive End C.J. Olaniyan, 6-3, 252, Sr. Carl Nassib, 6-6, 258, Jr. Garrett Sickles, 6-4, 246, Fr. Torrence Brown, 6-3, 251, Fr. Deion Barnes, 6-4, 255, Jr. Brad Bars, 6-3, 263, Fr. Evan Schwan, 6-6, 253, So.

Defensive Tackle 9 Matt Ioannidis, 6-4, 285, Jr. 94 Kiser Terry, 6-3, 275, So.

99 41 91 98 88 93

Defensive Tackle Austin Johnson, 6-4, 313, So. Parker Cothren, 6-5, 290, Fr. Tarow Barney, 6-1, 303, Jr. Anthony Zettel, 6-5, 274, Jr. Tyrone Smith, 6-4, 282, Sr. Antoine White, 6-1, 277, Fr.

Middle Linebacker 35 Nate D. Smith, 6-0, 235, Jr. 41 Jarred Alwan, 6-1, 230, So.

26 43 5 8 40 25

Linebacker Brandon Bell, 6-1, 222, So. Mike Hill, 6-0, 232, Sr. Nyeem Wartman, 6-1, 188, Jr. Gary Wooten, 6-2, 237, So. Jason Cabinda, 6-1, 249, Fr. Von Walker, 5-11, 213, So.

3 12 20 25 27

10 9 15 1 3 12

Cornerback Trevor Williams, 6-1, 188, Jr. Jordan Lucas, 6-0, 198, Jr. Grant Haley, 5-9, 185, Jr. Christian Campbell, 6-1, 187, Fr. Da’Quan Davis, 5-10, 172, Jr. Jordan Smith, 5-11, 190, So.

Strong Safety 24 Jihaad Pretlow, 5-11, 190, So. 37 Boye Aromire, 6-0, 192, Jr.

4 6 39 2 23 27

Safety Adrian Amos, 6-0, 209, Sr. Malik Golden, 6-1, 197, So. Jesse Della Valle, 6-1, 203, Sr. Marcus Allen, 6-2, 198, Fr. Ryan Keiser, 6-1, 208, Sr. Colin Carrop, 6-0, 179, So.

Punter 43 Alex Starzyk, 6-3, 205, Fr. 95 Tyler Mayes, 6-2, 200, Jr.

SPECIAL TEAMS Placekicker 97 Sam Ficken, 6-2, 186, Sr. 37 Chris Gulla, 6-0, 193, Fr. Punter 37 Chris Gulla, 6-0, 193, Fr. Long Snapper 44 Tyler Yazulian, 6-0, 228, So. 46 Hunter Crawford, 6-1, 211, Fr. 41 Zach Ladonis, 6-2, 226, So.

Michigan State No. 29 Beaver Stadium Time: TBA TV: TBA

BIG TEN STANDINGS

Depth charts OFFENSE Quarterback 14 C. Hackenberg, 6-3, 234, So. 9 Trace McSorley, 6-0, 193, Fr. 15 Michael O’Connor, 6-4, 226, Fr.

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

Nose Tackle 72 Hershey Walton, 6-4, 300, Jr. 73 Averee Robinson, 6-1, 285, So.

CONFERENCE East W-L Ohio State 5-0 Michigan St. 4-1 Maryland 3-2 Michigan 3-3 Penn State 2-4 Rutgers 1-4 Indiana 0-5

% 1.000 .800 .600 .500 .333 .200 .000

W-L 8-1 7-2 6-3 5-5 5-4 5-4 3-6

% .889 .778 .667 .500 .556 .556 .333

West Nebraska Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa Northwestern Illinois Purdue Wisconsin

% .800 .800 .800 .600 .333 .200 .167 .000

W-L 8-1 7-2 7-2 6-3 3-6 4-5 3-7 0-0

% .889 .778 .778 .667 .333 .444 .300 .000

W-L 4-1 4-1 4-1 3-2 2-4 1-4 1-5 0-0

BIG TEN SCHEDULE LAST WEEK’S RESULTS

Penn State 13, Indiana 7 Minnesota 51, Iowa 14 Wisconsin 34, Purdue 15 Michigan 10, Northwestern 9 Ohio State 49, Michigan State 37

THIS WEEK’S GAMES

Temple at Penn State Iowa at Illinois Ohio State at Minnesota Indiana at Rutgers Nebraska at Wisconsin Northwestern at Notre Dame Michigan State at Maryland

THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS!!!

1984 Chevy S10 Reg. Cab 4x2

2005 Dodge Dakota SLT Crew Cab 4x4

Custom V8, Auto, Fast. PRICED TO SELL!

#M10803B, V8, Auto, Tow pkg.

Weakside Linebacker 8 Tyler Matakevich, 6-1, 235, Jr. 31 Michael Felton, 6-0, 215, Jr.

only

Strongside Linebacker 6 Stephaun Marshall, 5-11, 205, So. 19 Shahid Lovett, 6-2, 205, Jr. Cornerback Sean Chandler, 5-11, 180, Fr. Anthony Robey, 5-10, 190, Sr. Khiry Lucas, 6-2, 200, Jr. Tavon Young, 5-10, 174, Jr. Anthony Davis, 5-11, 180, Fr.

Free Safety 21 Alex Wells, 6-0, 203, Jr. 32 Will Hayes, 5-9, 192, Jr.

SPECIAL TEAMS Placekicker 29 Austin Jones, 5-10, 190, Fr. 95 Tyler Mayes, 6-2, 200, Jr.

38 29 10 34 17

Long Snapper 59 Corey Lerch, 5-10, 200, Fr. 7 John Christopher, 5-10, 185, Jr.

11,995!

$

WE ARE BEER! HAPPY VALLEY REFRESHMENT Sierra Nevada family of beers

29.99

$

Full service beer distributor - Easy drive in service

420 Boal Ave, Boalsburg 814-466-6360

Gazette The CenTre CounTy

We cover what’s important to you!

814-238-5051 • www.centrecountygazette.com 2014

The CenTre CounTy

Gazette Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

Historic H.B.I.

June Annual ~ T C C 26th

June 5-11, 2014

A special

publication ENTRE

13 &14,

of

OUNTY

GAZETTE HE

2014

Classic Cruise will take Historic Bellefonte Bellefonte. The 26th annual 13 and 14 in downtownclassic car place on June to the Gazette’s guide to go, live Check out the what’s new, where show. Find out schedule of events. and a complete entertainment Inside

Volume 6, Issue

violations, the College repeated traffic SEEING RED: Followingintersections throughout town. installed at dangerous

Heights Neighborhood

Relay for Life r enjoys anothe successful year

23

FREE COPY

n for red light

Residents petitio

cameras MARTIN GARRETT

By MICHAEL e.com correspondent@centrecountygazett

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

Punt Returner 7 John Christopher, 5-10, 185, Jr. 10 Khalif Herbin, 5-7, 170, So. 13 Nate L. Smith, 6-1, 185, So.

only

150 Shiloh Rd., State College 814-237-8895 • JMaggi.com

Kickoff Returns Jim Cooper, 6-1, 195, So. Austin Jones, 5-10, 190, Fr. Khalif Herbin, 5-7, 170, So. Jahad Thomas, 5-10, 170, So. Brandon Shippen, 5-11, 185, Jr.

Holder 12 Connor Reilly, 6-3, 215, Sr. 7 John Christopher, 5-10, 185, Jr.

4,495!

$

Association is asking

that red light cameras

Heights Neighbor— The College of repeated traffic tired STATE COLLEGE after growing Street and Park hood Association,intersection of Athertonthe Pennsylvania the violations at up their minds to petitionother similar muAvenue, made allow State College and intersecto cameras at dangerous Legislature to use red light nicipalities that the Legislature tions. petition requests authorizes large The association’s84 legislation, which 20,000 and acAct expand 2012’s with populations exceeding red light enforcemunicipalities departments to install credited police argues for the petition ment cameras. accompanyingsame cameras, given the A press release these ability to use size and infrastructure State College’s in population Act 84. borough’s similarity professor of authorized by Penn State was to the cities member and that his car at College HeightsLeon said in an email a red light Don a driver running architecture involvement being hit by leading to his totaled after intersection, the Atherton-Park 300 signatures with the petition. received approximately to Centre CoundeThe petition residents, and was sent with a letter from State College in the state Legislature pedestrians and drivers, ty representatives accidents involving in town. tailing various intersections garnered in a very high-volume were bicyclists at of the signatures at the intersection and “The majority just standing it,” association memtime of said. short period if they would support Laura Brown asking people State academic adviser people wanted to of ber and Penn upwards of 90 percent “By and large, I was there.” sign it when Gazette

be

Cameras, Page

Time to Cruise

Historic Bellefonte The 26th annual in downtown Cruise takes place find weekend. Inside, Bellefonte this Cruise — maps, a preview of the and a complete classes, rules 17-24 schedule of events./Pages

The CenTre CounTy

Gazette

June 12-18, 2014,

Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

to call Wilson happy home Bellefonte his CENTRE COUNTY By BRITTANY SVOBODA

bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

— Tom Wilson BELLFONTE of the different parts place has been to only one world, but there’s

he calls home. That’s Bellefonte. Bellefonte mayor The current after he Navy soon joined the Bellefonte Area graduated from during the Vietnam High School extensive traveling War era. His four-year enlistment back during his his ticket helped stampand made him aphas to home though, that the area preciate all

Volume 6, Issue

24

EAGLES FLY

SPOTLIGHT

state and I hunt,” of his is music. Another hobby trumpet in an played Wilson has and also horn band eight-piece singer for several has been lead

groups. in the military, After serving to Centre CounWilson returned for First Media/ ty and worked sales and proradio and WZWW in has also owned enan motions. He operated Centretainment, booking company, tertainment 6

MARTIN GARRETT

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

WEIGHT/For the

Gazette

downtown in his office in of Tom Wilson sits years as a member Bellefonte Mayor Wilson spent four AT THE HELM: being elected mayor, Bellefonte. Before borough council.

at Bryce Jordan Construction e, officials say stays on schedul

25

bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.co to were unveiled and walkway Improvement a flood wall — Plans for the Waterfront BELLEFONTE Wednesday as part of Inlast the Bellefonte the community Bellefonte. Engineering, available to field Project in downtown were from Buchart-Horn the borough plans. Representatives Authority and the proposed for the that the idea dustrial Development and concerns about Stewart said questions House Hotel, the public’s manager Ralph after the BushWest High and Bellefonte Borough Project began Improvement above Spring Creek between Waterfront the vacant lot down in 2006. and the to flooding, which sat on on streets, burned that the area is prone West Lamb any development Wilson added flood wall before Mayor Tom to build the borough is required can take place. the vacant land

Flood, Page 4

FREE COPY

TIM WEIGHT/Gazette

weather, record

Gluten-free bakery opens in State College SVOBODA

By BRITTANY m bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.co

ago, “gluten-free” — Five years STATE COLLEGE term. sections at was not a household there are gluten-free items and Today, however, menus on restaurant markets, gluten-free some stores. growing for gluten-free market has been and co-owner “The gluten-freeSmith, a pastry chef gluten-free Louisa a new dedicated Co. site at time,” said Baking Co., of Good Seed in the former Fasta & Ravioli bakery located in State College. “kind St. gluten-free marketbaked 129 S. Fraser got into the Smith said she While making conventional which are natuof by accident.” making macaroons, farmers margoods, she startedand sold them at area rally gluten-free, kets.

numbers

the to Gannon, According paraof athletes is safety of the the most amountthe to date … I don’t know of athmount. athletes ever. — we had a lot of By CHRIS MORELLI “With the populationwith, we dealing exact numbers late additions — editor@centrecountygazette.com letes that we’re Special Olymathscratches and ratio; well over 2,300 need to be careful. PARK — The a one-to-four but we had UNIVERSITY pics requires assistant coach for Special Olympics letes,” he said. Special Olympics well 45th annual Summer Games one coach or Because the is such a masathletes. We’re the Pennsylvania every four populaa hitch over Summer Games planning the we’ve got a to be went off without aware that that needs sive undertaking,well in advance. weekend. tion of athletes biggest concern was once again event takes placeyear long on this Our Penn State event supervised. happen “We work all take care of all According to potentially games to the host site. is what can They are given Gannon, the were thing. We try we can’t director Ed problems. If to those athletes. here, so we’re perfectly. Thereeverythe possible least try played out them, we at a lot of freedomabout the safety lot delays and take care of We still do a no weather very concerned he said. place. games. to identify them. thing fell into during the of our athletes,” well,” Gannon normal bumps of reaction of things that can the “It went very Aside from the few trips to the issue is always get There’s a lot wrong,” Gannon and a to said. “Our big Special and bruises go work all year potentially room, at the and to weather. We emergency Summer adworked out said. The Gannon, in all the kinks Olympics Pennsylvania few and production. According to athletes, there injuries were behave a smooth 2,300 Games, the always a panic the dition to the and 600 runs last week is volunteers far between. is looking at quite were 1,600 several hospital had numbers, always “We cause everyone has weather that were sustained coaches. The weather. The that can make or from injuries court. NothGazette simply, are staggering. of coordination. been the factor GARRETT/For the on the basketball “It takes a lot those ordinary,” Gannon MICHAEL MARTIN Police in the break the games.” working with lasting out of the and Pittsburgh When you’re 2014 But with temperatures after Ernie Roundtree there’s always said. in sight, the like Stan Berecky, numbers … Some years, we’ve Olympics athlete torch triumphantly For athletes 70s and no rain were just about Special FIRED UP: Special the Special Olympic Field on June 5. minute crises. — the games have County, the Schubert hold Summer Games of Allegheny Summer Commander Scott the opening ceremony at Medlar had rain, cold inside. But when perfect. at Olympics Pennsylvania 37, 38 moved Gannon, record the been did, lighting the flame we ..................... like According to coaches 34, 35 Business ........................ 39 Page 6 volunteers, we have weatherunqualified sucUninumbers of Meetings ........ Classified Special Olympics, an converged on games are 31, 32 Group ............................ 36 noted. and athletes the annual event. Puzzles & Entertainment for cess,” Gannon .... 33, 34 17-24 Arts versity Park Happening largest event Cruise ...... 25-30 What’s “It was our 11 Bellefonte ......................... .................. 10, 7 Education ............... 12-16 Sports Community Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

file photo

business district borders the downtown the site. stood. The land near Bush House once wall and walkway to build a flood where the historic There are plans This is the site HIGH HOPES: Talleyrand Park. of Bellefonte and in the borough

LIGHT UP NIGHT

Punt said. scheduling. impacted their mean we are not busy,” are being “That doesn’t rooms and auxiliary gym GARRETT proms, basketball By MICHAEL MARTIN e.com “Our conference for banquets, correspondent@centrecountygazett utilized all summer whole camps.” Horn said the offices the State College and volleyball Marcie Van PARK — Though this past Saturand its Project leader UNIVERSITY ceremony arena not under construction, Arena due to graduation roof and the building is High School moved to the Pegula Ice the project Both the building remain open. renovated and replaced. have about day had to be Center construction, summer systems floor are being by Penn State’s the Bryce Jordan up 18 most roofing to be finished roof has been floor “As is typical, Aug. 16. is on track arena cycle, and this on Saturday, and marketstarted as an a 20-year life commencementthe BJC director of sales commenceHorn said. “This years,” Van Bernie Punt, high school email that the be moved due ing, said in an only event that had to Page 4 acts are slower Bryce Jordan, ment was the Since touring dramatically to the construction. the project hasn’t during the summer,

s enjoys great

Special Olympic

Gazette

TIM on in the PIAA semifinals 13, at Penn State. win over Philipsburg-Osceola on Friday, June celebrate a 7-3 Class AA title game Area softball team play in the PIAA THE Bald Eagle MEMBERS OF Lady Eagles will Beard Field. The Monday night at 25. See story on page

College Avenue construction on schedule By MICHAEL e.com correspondent@centrecountygazett

Volume 6, Issue

By BRITTANY SVOBODA m

outstreams. is quite the And Wilson doorsman. all over the “I’ve (canoed)he said.

Wilson, Page

June 19-25, 2014

Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

atmosmall-town can’t beat the borough boasts the sphere that of being and with the advantage by mountains surrounded

offer. of natural beau“There’s a lot said. “The fact ty here,” Wilson to a major unithat we’re closeus some opportuwe versity ... gives events that stuck nities for cultural if we were wouldn’t have of nowhere.” might out in the middle While metropolitans to be in the consider Bellefonte he said, you middle of nowhere,

End of the road

softball Area High School defeat The Bald Eagle end in a 13-5 team saw its season Columbia in the Central at the hands of Lady Eagles title game. The PIAA Class AA closed medals as they took home silver 19 out 2014./Page

The CenTre CounTy

Gaz ette

FREE COPY

HIGH

Plans for flood nte wall in Bellefo revealed to public

4

College Borough — The State rip the in and totally STATE COLLEGE can’t “come executive diWater Authority after year,” authority authority has year Instead, the town all up across By CHRIS MORELLI Lichman said. rector John important projects plan various the borough’s editor@centrecountygazette.com to carefully that correspond with orgaweekend for several years near-perfect event schedule. along College Avenue, — It was a community for Life. BELLEFONTE construction line, is the latest of Bellefonte Relay Large crowds at Governor’s The current water nizers of the has been Check. century-old the project replacing a Beautiful weather? goals met? Check. this year’s Relay Lichman said very long time.” Fundraising these projects. Gail Miller, Park? Check. radar for “a prefer to event co-chair on the authority’sthat the authority would but other According to the most memorable. weather, one of “We had goodseemed to Lichman said within 60 to 80 years, for Life was Miller said. lines really replace such The new teams “It was wonderful,” a great time. celebration.” finally. We had It was a Page 5 a celebrate. Construction, enjoy the atmosphere. to help find of reason to raised $97,130 There was plenty Miller, the event According to than $2 Life to more cure for cancer. the Bellefonte Relay for history. That pushes popular because during its 20-year million raised that the event has become at Submitted photo Miller said you yet, it will a affected by cancer. If it hasn’t touched everyone is her hair for be a relative, of Zion donated life, it could “It touches everybody. during last Sadie Ripka, 7, touches everybody’s FAREWELL, HAIR: Lengths” cancer-survivor initiative lasted said. any time. It and she Park. a friend,” off Friday afternoon neighbor or Pantene’s “Beautiful Life at Bellefonte’s Governor’s Life kicked for The Relay for was held. Durweekend’s Relay versus cancer,” Relay Pageant donations in 24 hours. Tara’s Angels popular Miss collect field. We were in drag and On Friday, the males dress for those site as a football a great Relay.” a special event ing the pageant, Ripka said. named “Miss and they had walkathon is an effort to be register. It was packed raised over $800 in Cleary, the 24-hour “We had 17 to walk at Governor’s participants with their Lock Haven taking part. said. “The 17 hour to walk around from Miller came time,” one. John Wolfe one had an crazy.” is a special one hour. Each money. Oh, my … it was Life has become an these, but this a great Gazette Park. Relay for a bunch of are friendly and it’s for team, purse and raise BRITTANY SVOBODA/The of Zion, the “I’ve been to survivor. Her people my Saturday,” For Tara Ripka, is a 14-year cancer is great, the borough officials, for Life for way to spend Ripka The setting in the Relay to State College The think of a better annual event. has been participating ON TRACK: According College Avenue is progressing. cause. I can’t mother, who along Tara’s Angels, raised over to honor his water line. Wolfe said. the construction said. “Our team he was walking 13 years. to replace a century-old success,” Ripka Wolfe said that ago. construction is several years “It was a great — a team. 29, 30 died of cancer year!” ..................... over the weekend $10,100 this 27 Business ........................ 31 was just that garb this year. Ripka’s team Meetings ............. a Super Classified Relay, Page 6 dressed in football our team went with 24, 25 Group ............................ 28 Tara’s Angels Puzzles was ‘party,’ jerseys and decorated our & Entertainment .... 25, 26 16, 17 Arts “Since the theme in football Spread ........... 19-23 What’s Happening We dressed 10 Centre Bowl party. ......................... ....................... 7 Education ............... 11-15 Sports Community Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

2014

Bakery, Page

HEATHER WEIKEL/For

4

the Gazette

night. The logos first time on Tuesday miles away. Small were lit for the from at Beaver Stadium LED lights that will be visible new video boards with about 1,400 the backs of the Each is equipped LION logos on THE NITTANY 18-inches thick. 25-feet tall and for the event. are 35-feet wide, State fans gathered crowds of Penn

Several local

nts raided

Asian restaura

By CHRIS MORELLI

editor@centrecountygazette.com

CHRIS MORELLI/The

Gazette

Fuji and removed from Workers were Security SPECIAL OPERATION: during a raid. ICE Homeland Asian week several State College Jade Garden last agents targeted Investigations special 12. Thursday, June 10 restaurants on 7 Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

Education ....................... ............... 12-15 Community

and CusImmigration Homeof — A week after STATE COLLEGEofficers from the Department there are businesses, for. toms Enforcement were looking busihit several Asian-owned what officers land Security answers as to search warrants at several was finally some The raid executed Federal agentsseveral people into custody. took nesses and via email, June 12. Navas said conducted on spokeswoman Nicole (HSI) special agents “Last week,” locations in Security Investigations action at numerous “ICE Homeland enforcement speconducted an Pa., area. warrants, HSI the State College, of federal search individuals from During the execution and detained 10 encountered cial agents Raid, Page 5 ........... 16, 17 Centre Spread 19-23 Sports .........................

.... 24 Arts & Entertainment .... 25, 26 What’s Happening

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

Gazette

pastry chef and CAKE: Louisa Smith, prepares icing for her ICING ON THE Seed Baking Co., have a grand opening co-owner of Good The bakery will gluten-free products. 27. on Friday, June 30 ........ 26, 27 28 Group Meetings Puzzles ............................

29, 31 Business ..................... Classified ........................

Pick up your copy every Thursday.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 14 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 19 19 20 21 21 22 23 24 26 26 27 28 28 29 30 31 32 33 33 34 34 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 40 40 41 42 43 43 44 44 45 46 47 47 48 49 49 50 50 51 52 53 53 54 55 56 57 57 58 59 60 60 61 62 63 63 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 91 92 94 95 96 97 98 99 99

Page 17

Temple roster

Tavon Young Avery Williams Sean Chandler Kenneth Harper Jalen Fitzpatrick Stephaun Marshall John Christopher Tyler Matakevich Matt Ioannidis Khalif Herbin Samuel Benjamin P.J. Walker Connor Reilly Anthony Robey Tim DiGiogio Nate L. Smith Tom Bradway Marshall Ellick Thomas Rumer Nate Hairston Artel Foster Lenny Williams Malik Cummings Brandon Shippen Frank Nutile Brett Pierce Keith Kirkwood Shahid Lovett Khiry Lucas Mike Caffrey Alex Wells David Hood Zaire Williams Jihaad Pretlow Ikeem Boyd Jamie Gilmore Anthony Davis Wakeen Blythe Jyquis Thomas Austin Jones Shamir Bearfield Michael Felton Will Hayes Cequan Jefferson Sam O’Brien David Sweetman Jahad Thomas Nate D. Smith Bashir Lee Boye Aromire Mike Dougherty Jim Cooper Jarrid Satterfield Marc Tyson Buddy Brown Roy Wesley Jarred Alwan Rob Dvoracek Hassan Dixon Alex Starzyk Jared Folks John Ruza Dean Mosley Jullian Taylor Chris Myarick Obi Onejeme Cam Hutchins Eric Neefe Chris Smith P. Martin-Oguike Niko Walsh Brandon Chudnoff Avery Ellis Leon Johnson Chris Tronoski Rob Varner Brian Carter Sharif Finch Josh Lang Zach Mesday Haason Reddick Corey Lerch Rob Ritrovato Ralph Rizzolo Peter Calderone Nick Apostolu Nick Sharga Gordon Thomas Brian Fallon Dion Dawkins Semaj Reed Brendan McGowan Adrian Sullivan Jacob Quinn Eric Lofton Hershey Walton Averee Robinson James McHale Shahbaz Ahmed Jordan Jones Jaelin Robinson Aaron Ruff Kyle Friend Zack Bambary Brodrick Yancy Saledeem Major Derrek Thomas Romond Deloatch Matt Eaton Rob Heyen Colin Thompson Ventell Bryant Billy Williams Cole Boozer Bryan Osei Kip Patton Brenon Thrift Julio Derosier Kiser Terry Tyler Mayes Jacob Martin Wanemi Omuso Michael Dogbe Freddie Booth-Lloyd Colby Perry

DB LB DB RB WR LB WR LB DL WR DB QB QB DB QB DB WR WR TE WR DB QB QB WR QB WR WR LB DB P DB RB RB DB DB RB DB RB DB K DB LB DB DB P DB RB LB RB DB RB PK RB FB LB RB LB LB RB P LB WR WR DL TE DL DB FB LB DL LS DL DL OL LB LB OL DL LS LB DL LS LB LS OL OL LB OL LS OL OL OL OL OL OL DL DL OL OL OL OL OL OL WR WR TE WR WR WR WR TE WR WR TE DL TE DL DL DL K DL TE DL DL PK

Jr. So. Fr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. So. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. So. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. Jr. Fr. So. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Jr. Fr. Jr. So. So. Fr. Sr. Fr. Fr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. So. Fr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Fr. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Jr. Fr. Sr. Fr. Fr. So.

Page 18

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

november 13-19, 2014

Winning or losing, Shoop and his defense shine By BEN JONES StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — There is a lot to simply forget about when it comes to Penn State football’s 2014 season. We’ve seen ugly wins and ugly losses. It has more or less turned the remaining three games of the Nittany Lions’ campaign into an obligation rather than something that fans are truly looking forward to seeing. A bowl game now sits only a win away, and there are those asking if seeing a struggling offense play for another 60 minutes is really a reward. If may just be the real reward is to just move on to bigger and brighter things. But, through all of the struggles that come with the lowest year in Penn State’s sanction era, there might be something worth remembering — the year that Penn State found its new defensive coordinator. Coming into this season, Bob Shoop was set to be the fourth defensive coordinator in four years for Penn State. The most stable and proven of the bunch was Tom Bradley — the first in a line of four. The rest coached under Bill O’Brien, with both John Butler and Ted Roof having their ups and downs during their short tenures at Penn State. And so, Shoop came to Penn State with perhaps one of the more difficult tasks on the staff. He had to find the stability and success that his position once had. Defense has always been a cornerstone to what made Penn State successful, and Shoop would have to find that magic once again. He needed to convince his players

that the fourth time would be the charm, that his system would work, and that he understood his players well enough to put them in situations to succeed. Aside from a single assistant speaking to the media on a teleconference each week, Penn State’s assistant coaches aren’t available to the media during the season. Shoop, if he had any time to do anything other than his job, would tell you that his success stems largely from his relentless time spent in the film room, early mornings and late nights, all coupled with a strong relationship with his players and an understanding of what makes them go. His players look the part of a successful defense, too, forever praising Shoop’s ability to see the game and to understand how to put players in a position to succeed. Comparing his defense to playing video games and the uncanny ability to call out the offenses’ plays before they even happen. Football under Shoop has been fun. And the results have shown on the field, too. Penn State’s 16.6 points a game is eighth best in the nation; the rush defense is the best in the nation. The Nittany Lions held Indiana to zero offensive points in their most recent game. They held Ohio State scoreless in the second half of a double-overtime loss. Penn State has allowed opponents to convert on third down just four times in the last 32 attempts. They’ve only given up five scoring drives of more than 50 yards in conference play, with nine scoring drives having to go fewer than 40 yards for a score. They held the nation’s leading rusher per game to less than half of

TIM WEIGHT/Gazette file photo

PENN STATE defensive coordinator Bob Shoop has the Nittany Lions defense running like a welloiled machine. his average. The list goes on and on. How Penn State’s season ends is very much still to be determined. A bowl game is well within reach, along with a chance to finish above .500 for every season of the sanction era. Both would bring their own types of success and tangible benefits. What will happen is unknown, but what is known is that nothing would have been

possible without the help of a defense on its fourth defensive coordinator in as many years — a defensive coordinator who might just be the answer Penn State fans have been looking for. Given the fact he has coached up his defense to this level with limited resources and plenty of young talent, it might only get better from here. That’s worth remembering.

Lions mostly earn average grades against Indiana By BEN JONES StateCollege.com

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — It wasn’t a pretty game and it wasn’t a fun one to watch, but it was a win for Penn State

for the first time after a four-game losing streak. The Nittany Lions now stand only one win away from a bowl game and have two very winnable games remaining on the schedule.

So, while this season may feel like it has dragged on, sometimes a win is all it takes to turn the ship around with a winning record still very much within reach. Here’s how the grades shape up after Penn State’s hard-fought 13-7 victory over Hoosiers.

OFFENSE: C-

Penn State’s offense has basically been a copy-and-paste job when it comes to the week-to-week grades. We’ve seen an ongoing mix of difficulty running the ball, a hard time passing on a consistent basis, and short drives far more often than long ones. That being said, the Nittany Lions did a few good things this weekend. Hackenberg connected down field on a number of passes to tight ends and receivers, racking up positive gains in areas of the field Penn State has rarely attacked in Big Ten play. And, while 92 of Bill Belton’s 137 yards came on one play, he still picked up 45 yards on 15 carries to complement Akeel Lynch’s 47 yards on 13 carries. It wasn’t an overly impressive performance on the ground, but it was an effective one and that’s a step forward. Christian Hackenberg was sacked at least twice when he should have gotten rid of the ball. That, plus two interceptions (one his fault that resulted in a pick-6, another not), hurts the overall grade. Penn State’s offense did a few things better than it had in the past, but fourof-17 on third down and an inability to perform on a consistent basis keeps this grade from going any higher.

High Deductibles Just Got Higher! Get the relief you need...lower costs and superior services at 611 MRI. Call us for the best rates, high quality images and most caring experience in the region. If you have a high deductible you can save a bundle. 611’s cost is almost half the hospital cost for the same procedure...what a savings!

DEFENSE: A

For as many bad things as can be copied and pasted for the offense, there are as many good things to say about the defense. Mike Hull shook off a slow start and the Nittany Lions held Tevin Coleman well

“I can’t believe the hospital charged me so much for the same thing last year.”

below his 160-yard average on the ground. The defense pitched a shutout for a full 60 minutes. Zander Diamont was OK at quarterback and scrambled for 58 yards, but was otherwise a non-issue. The Hoosiers going three-for-17 on third down wasn’t flattering for the Indiana offense and a 3.8 yards per carry fell well under the team’s usual average. Overall, Penn State’s defense made the stops it has made all season and a Nyeem Wartman interception all but won the game for Penn State, as Indiana looked to pull off the improbable upset in the final minutes.

SPECIAL TEAMS: C+

Sam Ficken went two-for-three on the day with makes from 27 and 28 yards, with his only miss coming at the hands of an aggressive kick block by Indiana. Ficken remains perfect on the year when the ball goes beyond the line of scrimmage. Penn State’s kick coverage was solid the entire game. Daniel Pasquariello averaged 37.3 yards a punt on nine kicks and, more importantly, avoided any shanks, even adding a 48-yard boomer to the mix. Jesse Della Valle’s interference call on a kickoff was simply a poor decision and that falls on him and hurts the overall grade. Indiana did have negative return yards following punts, which is half due to Della Valle’s defensive efforts and half due to bad decision making by Hoosier return men. A blocked field goal, a penalty that could have been avoided and only a slightly improved punting average hurt this grade. A long punt and crucial field goals coupled with good return defense helps the grade. For a unit that has been up and down, aside from Ficken, this was one of the more consistent games, even if consistent isn’t good enough yet.

Find us online at centrecountygazette.com Get Ready For Winter Now! Stainless Steel

State College 814-234-2600 • www.611MRI.com Accredited by Intersocietal Accreditation Commission

Altoona 814-946-8000 Accredited by The American College of Radiology

MAXWELL’S Central Pennsylvania’s Truck Equipment Dealer

689 East College Avenue • Pleasant Gap (Corner of Rt. 26 & Rt. 64)

814-359-2672

STOP BY OR CALL FOR PRICING! S857224

SPorTS

november 13-19, 2014

Page 19

Embracing the underdog role State College faces a big challenge in high-scoring DuBois

By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

HOLLIDAYSBURG — The State College Little Lions now take their 4-6 record and tons of experience from their tough MidPenn schedule into the District 6 AAAA title game against DuBois on Friday, Nov. 14, at Hollidaysburg Area High School. The Little Lions’ 4-6 record is deceiving. State College lost four Mid-Penn games by a total of 32 points, and all of those games were not decided until well into the fourth quarter. Two games, a 10-7 loss to Central Dauphin and a 14-12 loss to Central Dauphin East, were decided in the final minutes. So tangling with the highscoring, 8-2 DuBois Beavers for the district title will not be anything new for the Little Lions. It will be another week, and another tough foe for State College. DuBois does score a ton of points, more than any team State College has faced this year. The Beavers put up more than 50 points seven times this season, including 61 against Mifflin County, 69 against Punxsutawney, 70 against Oil City and 77 against Franklin. Their two losses came against Conneaut Area (by one point) and Erie Cathedral Prep. DuBois piles up an incredible 349 yards passing each game and 212 yards running for a total of 561 yards every time out. The Beavers have scored 78 touchdowns, or almost eight per game.

TIM WEIGHT/Gazette file photo

STATE COLLEGE quarterback John Weakland leads the Little Lions into the postseason to face top-seeded DuBois. State High has a 4-6 record heading into Friday’s game with the 8-2 Beavers The reasons for this kind of production by the Beavers starts with 6-foot-3, 221-pound senior quarterback Gabe French. This season, French has completed 189 of 260 passes for 3,362 yards and 40 touchdowns. That’s a completion percentage of 72 and an average of 336 yards per game. Add that to his 580 yards

and eight touchdowns rushing, and it totals almost 400 yards of offense and more than four touchdowns per game — just from him. But French is not the only one running the ball. Senior Devin Clark has also run for 891 yards and 13 touchdowns. And, receivers Cole Kriner,

Dante Dawson and Kevin Foley have combined for a total of 121 catches for 2,470 yards. Defensively, the Beavers will give up some points and yards, but they have 19 fumble recoveries, 10 interceptions and 17 sacks on the season. They play a highrisk, high-reward kind of defense. State College has seen these

kinds of athletes all season but not, perhaps, with so many weapons in one offense. So, all eyes will be on the State College defenders. State College gave up more than 40 points only once this season (to Harrisburg), and the Little Lions allowed only 24 combined points in their last three games. Quarterback John Weakland leads a State College offense that has been up and down this year and hurt late when top running back Jordan Misher was injured. State College was also bitten by the turnover bug and some special teams breakdowns, sometimes at critical times, which showed up especially in the close losses. The Little Lions will look to carry over the momentum from their final regular season game — a 47-12 smashing of Mifflin County — into this game. It will not be impossible for these teams to combine for 80 points or more, with the winner committing the fewest mistakes.

IF YOU GO Who: State College (4-6) vs. DuBois (8-2) What: District 6 Class AAAA Championship When: 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14 Where: Hollidaysburg Area High School Radio: ESPN Radio 1450 AM

Weinreb’s perspective shines through in ‘Season of Saturdays’ UNIVERSITY PARK — What makes great writing so great is that it can make you feel like you’ve been transported to any place and time, even if you’re sitting by yourself on a futon in a College Heights basement apartment. Confused? Stick around, I’ll explain shortly. I never got a chance to meet the late John Hughes, the mastermind writer/ director behind the 1980s craze of teenage films, most notably (for me), “The Breakfast Club.” Quick side story about Hughes: I read once that even though he had written a string of successful movies, studio executives initially turned him down when he expressed interest in directing “The Breakfast Club.” Finally, Hughes looked at the executives and yelled, “We’re filming almost the entire movie in one room. How can I screw it up?” Hughes wrote with warmth and an amazing ability to explain the complex John Patishnock nature of human emotions. covers news and He was also funny and sharp, and sports for The he made you realize things on your Centre County own without being overbearing or burGazette. Email densome. him at sports@ centrecounty In short, his writing and films gazette.com made you a better person for having and follow him experienced and shared his insight on Twitter @ and wit. johnpatishnock. In other words, Hughes was a forerunner to Michael Weinreb, a Penn State graduate who’s carved out an impressive career as a novelist and freelance writer for some of the country’s most recognizable publi-

JOHN PATISHNOCK

CHRISTMAS SHOP OPENING NOVEMBER 21 STOP IN AND SHOP! Purple Tags 3/$1

110 W. High St. Bellefonte, PA 355-2238

Proceeds benefit our food bank & community. — Thank you

cations. Weinreb recently visited town for a conversation on his latest book on college football, “Season of Saturdays.” Sure, their work covers two different mediums, but at their core, they’re writers. Much like Hughes’ films, Weinreb’s books and columns are charmingly brilliant, and he shared some insight recently when Penn State’s John Curley Center for Sports Journalism invited the 1994 grad back to campus. Weinreb spoke to a handful of classes during his visit and discussed his most recent book and a handful of other topics at Foster Auditorium in Paterno Library. He was also gracious enough to meet me for lunch during his visit to Happy Valley, where he grew up and where his father is still a professor at Penn State. Weinreb is laid back and non-assuming; even quiet sometimes. He grew up in an era before social media and before every Penn State football game was on television, allowing him (in his own words) to figure things out on his own and view everything within the proper context. While he mentioned during our lunch discussion that he’s never attempted screenwriting, his knack for telling a great story tells me he’d likely be a success. There’s an inherent sense of honesty in movies that is rarely found in real life. This truth is absolutely essential in screenwriting. You can’t hide anything on the page, and Weinreb, Page 22

JEANINE WELLS/For the Gazette

JOHN AFFLECK, left, the Knight Chair in sports journalism at Penn State, and Michael Weinreb discussed Weinreb’s book, “Season of Saturdays,” last month at Foster Auditorium in Paterno Library.

T P’s P’s oal Sales and Mo orre, Inc.

730 E. Sy Syc ycamore ca re Road oad (St (SStat ate at te Rout ute te 144, ½ mile le fr fro room I--8 -80) Snow Sno ow Shhooe, PA PA

387-4487 or 571-9533 Open Monday-Saturday 9-5

Specializing in Hard Coal, Soft Coal, Limestone, Sand, Top Soil, River Gravel and Mulch in season. Appro oved LIH HEAP vendorr. Te erry Park--pro oprietor

Watch C-NET Online, On Demand!! Visit cnet1.org for coverage of ... • Centre Region Municipalities and Bellefonte Borough • State College and Bellefonte Area School Boards • Centre Region Council of Governments • Centre County Commissioners • Local Sports, Concerts and Community Events

C-NET Channels 7 and 98 on Comcast and Windstream Where Centre County’s on TV ... and Online!

Page 20

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

PSU wrestlers bounce Lehigh in season opener By ANDY ELDER sports@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson insisted in the offseason and during his team’s media days that despite his redshirting of two All-Americans and three blue-chip freshmen, his team could still contend for a national title. On Nov. 9, in front of a Rec Hall crowd of 6,237, his Nittany Lions provided the first evidence in Sanderson’s defense. The No. 5 Nittany Lions won seven of 10 bouts to turn away No. 17 Lehigh, 24-10. “I thought our effort was good. I thought our freshmen went out there and went after it. I think their guys were pretty good in that position also. The freshmen did a good job in the third period and staying strong,” Sanderson said. Lehigh coach Pat Santoro looked at the loss as a string of missed opportunities. “Most of our guys, I think, went out and fought. I think Rec Hall really helped. Sometimes things don’t go your way, but when you’re in a hostile environment, you’ve got to thrive on that,” Santoro said. “We talked about it, but going through it for the first time for some of these guys, that’s tough. We’ve got to wrestle better, obviously. It’s November. We’re going to get better. This one’s going to sting. There were a lot of opportunities that we let slip. We knew there were about six swing matches and we got two of them.” Penn State raised Big Ten and NCAA championship banners as a reminder of its fourth consecutive national title. But the best evidence of what could be came in a marquee showdown at 133 pounds. No. 5 Penn State — 24 No. 17 Lehigh — 10 Nov. 9 at University Park 125: No. 12 Jordan Conaway, PSU, dec. Scott Parker, 4-3. 133: No. 8 Jimmy Gulibon, PSU, dec. No. 2 Mason Beckman, 8-3. 141: Randy Cruz, L, dec. Kade Moss, 7-2. 149: No. 16 Zack Beitz, PSU, dec. Drew Longo, 8-2. 157: Dylan Milonas, L, dec. Cody Law, 2-1. 165: Garett Hammond, PSU, dec. Santiago Martinez 8-3. 174: No. 3 Matt Brown, PSU, pinned Marshall Peppelman, 4:01. 184: No. 3 Nate Brown, L, maj. dec. Matt McCutcheon, 10-2. 197: No. 4 Morgan McIntosh, PSU, dec. No. 18 Elliot Riddick, 4-3. 285: No. 7 Jon Gingrich, PSU, dec. Doug Vollaro, 3-1. Referee: John Hnath. Attendance: 6,237. Ridge Riley Award winner: Jimmy Gulibon, 133. Takedowns: Lehigh 8; Penn State 13. Records: Lehigh 1-1; Penn State 1-0. Next match: Lehigh at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15; Penn State at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 21.

The Murray’s are back at Apple Hill Antiques with their sand tarts and clear toy candies on Sat. and Sun. Nov 22 & 23 from 10am-6pm.

AT 133 POUNDS, Penn State’s Jimmy Gulibon defeated Lehigh’s Mason Beckman, 8-3, on Nov. 9 at Rec Hall. Lehigh All-American Mason Beckman, ranked No. 2, was paired with Nittany Lion sophomore Jimmy Gulibon, ranked No. 8. Gulibon relinquished an early takedown but roared back to post a convincing 8-3 win. Beckman, who placed sixth at NCAAs in March, scored an early takedown midway through the first and rode Gulibon for 1:16, evoking memories of a frustrating 2013-14 campaign for the Nittany Lion. However, late in the period, Gulibon escaped and dumped Beckman to his back in the waning seconds. Referee John Hnath signaled a takedown and appeared to count nearfall points. A video review confirmed two nearfall points and Gulibon led, 5-2. Gulibon chose bottom to start the second and added an escape and takedown to expand his lead to 8-2 heading into the third. Beckman chose bottom to start the third and escaped, but couldn’t penetrate Gulibon’s defenses the rest of the way.

TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

“I felt pretty strong. I was a little hesitant toward the end, but I think I could have shot a little bit more. It felt good,” Gulibon said. Sanderson didn’t seem surprised by the decisive win. “Jimmy’s good. He knows how to wrestle, he’s tough and he did what he does. Falling behind early and keeping his poise, and scoring with short time, that was very good to see. It was a good win for him,” he said. “Gulibon’s really good. He did a nice job. It was a very smart match for Gulibon. He stung us twice at the ends of periods and that’s how you win big matches. Jimmy did a great job, I thought,” Santoro said. Gulibon’s upset, paired with a come-from-behind 4-3 win by No. 12 125-pounder Jordan Conaway, staked Penn State to a 6-0 lead. With the match tied 2-2, Conaway scored a takedown with 40 seconds left and ceded a late escape. Wrestlers, Page 23

GAZETTE STAFF PREDICTIONS THE CENTRE COUNTY

Open Daily 10am-6pm 169 Gerald St., State College, PA• Rt. 26 N. Above Rt. 26 & College Gardens Nursery

www.applehillantiques.com 814.238.2980

John Patishnock Last week: 8-4 Overall: 94-37

Chris Morelli Last week: 9-3 Overall: 92-39

Dave Glass Last week: 6-6 Overall: 86-43

Pat Rothdeutsch Last week: 8-4 Overall: 82-49

Brittany Svoboda Last week: 7-5 Overall: 80-51

DuBois

DuBois

State College

State College

DuBois

Clearfield vs. Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

Somerset

Clearfield

Clearfield

Temple at Penn State

Penn State

Penn State

Penn State

Penn State

Penn State

Pitt

Pitt

Pitt

North Carolina

Pitt

Mississippi State

Mississippi State

Alabama

Alabama

Alabama

Nebraska

Nebraska

Wisconsin

Wisconsin

Nebraska

Auburn

Auburn

Georgia

Auburn

Georgia

Pittsburgh at Tennessee

Pittsburgh

Tennessee

Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh

Philadelphia at Green Bay

Green Bay

Green Bay

Green Bay

Philadelphia

Green Bay

Detroit

Arizona

Detroit

Arizona

Arizona

Cincinnati at New Orleans

New Orleans

New Orleans

New Orleans

New Orleans

New Orleans

New England at Indianapolis

New England

Indianapolis

Indianapolis

New England

New England

This week’s games State College vs. DuBois

finan h year-end

Gear up wit

$

rs!

pact tracto

eries com cing on B S

0 Down, 0

%.R.Financing, for up

to

6 0 Months

*

A.P

rs! pact tractotors! Series com ac compact tr

0 6 60

s** es subnd forfiupna -efinancing *$0h down, 0%ar A.P.R. to 60 months on purchases newri Kubota ZG (excluding ZG100/Z100/Z700 ye Monnth g onBX,BB,XL,ofSe ZP, ZD (excluding ZD331LP-72 M (excluding M108S/M96S), TLB, DM, RA, TE, ncandinZD331-60), to na fi p Gear up witseries), u th nd K008, KX,ar U and SVL75 Series equipment available to qualified,purchasers from participating dealers’ in-stock r -e fo ye through% ginstallmentrrepayment Mo s 12/31/2014. Example: An monthly A.P.R. requires cin toifatno0%dealer ear up withinventory 60 payments of $16.67 $1,000 0% A.P.R. interest is available to documentation infiananced.n60-month p term ucustomers F .R.per fo , preparation fee isA.P charged. Dealer charge for document preparation fee shall be in accordance with state laws. g , % in $ G Down c of ineligible equipment maya result in a higher blended A.P.R. Not available for Rental, National Accounts .R.Fin A.P Governmental customers. 0% A.P.R. and low-rate financing may not be available with customer instant rebate , norInclusion $ DowMon-Fri offers. Financing is available through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A., 3401 Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503; Hours: 8am-5pm •Del Amo Sat 8am-Noon

0 0

www.kubota.com

© Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2014

subject to credit approval. Some exceptions apply. Offer expires 12/31/2014. See us for details on these and other low-rate options or go to www.kubota.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

Route 322, 5 Miles East of State College

814-364-0891 • wandwequipment.com

www.kubota.com www.kubota.com

Mississippi St. at Alabama Nebraska at Wisconsin

ncing on B

0 0

Pitt at North Carolina

*$0 down, 0% A.P.R. financing for up to 60 months on purchases of new Kubota ZG (excluding ZG100/Z100/Z700 series), ZP, ZD (excluding ZD331LP-72 and ZD331-60), BX, B, L, M (excluding M108S/M96S), TLB, DM, RA, TE, K008, KX, U SVL75 Seriesfor equipment qualified purchasers fromZG participating in-stock *$0 down, 0%and A.P.R. financing up to 60 available months ontopurchases of new Kubota (excludingdealers’ ZG100/Z100/Z700 inventory through 12/31/2014. Example:and A 60-month monthly installment repayment term at 0% TLB, A.P.R.DM, requires series), ZP, ZD (excluding ZD331LP-72 ZD331-60), BX, B, L, M (excluding M108S/M96S), RA, TE, 60 payments of $16.67 $1,000 financed.available 0% A.P.R. interest available tofrom customers if no dealer documentation K008, KX, U and SVL75per Series equipment to qualifi edispurchasers participating dealers’ in-stock preparation fee is charged. Dealer chargeAfor document preparation fee shall be in accordance state laws. 60 inventory through 12/31/2014. Example: 60-month monthly installment repayment term at 0%with A.P.R. requires Inclusion equipment result0% in A.P.R. a higher blended A.P.R. Nottoavailable forifRental, National Accounts paymentsofofineligible $16.67 per $1,000 fimay nanced. interest is available customers no dealer documentation or Governmental customers. 0% A.P.R. and low-rate fi nancing may not be available with customer instant rebate preparation fee is charged. Dealer charge for document preparation fee shall be in accordance with state laws. offers. Financing is available through Corporation, U.S.A., 3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, 90503; Inclusion of ineligible equipment may Kubota result inCredit a higher blended A.P.R. Not available for Rental, National CA Accounts subject to credit approval. Some Offer expiresmay 12/31/2014. See us with for details on these other or Governmental customers. 0% exceptions A.P.R. and apply. low-rate financing not be available customer instantand rebate low-rate options orisgo to www.kubota.com for Credit more information. equipment mayBlvd., be shown. offers. Financing available through Kubota Corporation,Optional U.S.A., 3401 Del Amo Torrance, CA 90503; subject to credit approval. Some exceptions apply. Offer expires 12/31/2014. See us for details on these and other low-rate options or go to www.kubota.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

walkerstatecollege © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2014 © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2014

Auburn at Georgia

Detroit at Arizona

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

Page 21

Allen hired as St. Joseph’s PSU will honor military first-ever baseball coach during Temple game

BOALSBURG — St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy recently announced the appointments of head baseball coach Troy Allen and associate head baseball coach Greg Herman. “Coach Herman and I are very thankful to have the opportunity to start and build a baseball program at St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy,” said Allen. “We have an excellent group of student athletes, an excellent group of support staff and the full support of the administration. You couldn’t ask for a better situation to start a program with.” Athletic director Chad Walsh is thrilled about the addition of two experienced coaches. “Troy and Greg are two guys who have proven that they are involved in the sport for the right reasons. Their commitment to helping young men realize their gifts both on and off the field will help to propel St. Joseph’s athletics toward our goal of preparing student athletes to compete at the next level — in the classroom, on the field and in life,” Walsh said. Allen brings 11 years of youth and high school coaching experience to St. Joseph’s. He started the Great Falls Grays youth travel program in Northern Virginia in 2002, and later coached in the NVTBL Stars Showcase program until moving to State College in May 2012. As a player, Allen was an Atlantic 10 All-Conference outfielder and played two-plus years in the Atlanta Braves farm system. A shoulder injury cut his career short, but lead to his interest in training athletes. Allen has been training baseball players full time since 2007, having helped nearly 50 athletes achieve college scholarships. He is an International Youth Coaching Association-certified strength trainer and

has also received his National Pitching Association certification and the Functional Movement Screen certification. Principal Chris Chirieleison foresees both Allen and Herman being excellent additions to the growing St. Joseph’s CathTROY ALLEN olic Academy community. “We are very excited to offer PIAA baseball to our scholar athletes at St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy this school year. Having hired two coaches with the experience, enthusiasm and professionalism of Troy Allen and Greg Herman, we are confident that our new baseball program will exhibit SJCA’s foundational values of scholarship, personal discipline, accountability and integrity. I look forward to watching our baseball players thrive under the leadership of these excellent coaches, who will prepare them to compete both faithfully and successfully,” Chirieleison said. As the buzz continues to build around the baseball program, Walsh announced that St. Joseph’s will practice and play its home games at the Shaner complex in Boalsburg. “We are excited to announce that our home field will be the Shaner Complex on Route 322. Thanks to the hard work and cooperation of people like Mike Karstetter, we have secured that facility for this coming spring,” Walsh said. “Now that we have our coaching staff in place and a field secured, we couldn’t be more excited to get things under way this spring.”

By BEN JONES StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State’s Military Appreciation Day game against Temple has been set for a noon kickoff, the Big Ten conference has announced. The Saturday, Nov. 15, contest will air on ESPN2. It’s a rare non-conference meeting in the final third of the season. Penn State and Temple first met in 1931, and this will be their 42nd meeting. It’s the two teams’ first game since 2012, when the Nittany Lions posted a 24-13 win in Beaver Stadium. The teams are scheduled to play in each of the next three seasons, including the next season’s opener on Saturday, Sept. 5,

PATRICK MANSELL/Penn State University

EACH YEAR, Penn State honors the U.S. military at one of its football games. The Nittany Lions will do so again during this week’s game with Temple.

at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field. Temple is coached by Matt Rhule, a former Penn State football player. As part of its annual Military Appreciation Day, Penn State has bought more than 5,500 tickets to the Temple game as part of the “Seats for Soldiers” program. Those tickets will be given to active duty and veteran military personnel and their families. This year’s ticket total is more than double the 2,500 total provided in 2013. Fans interested in purchasing the $35 “Seats for Soldiers” tickets to donate to military personnel and their families can call (800) NITTANY, weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m, or visit the Bryce Jordan Center ticket office, weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For information on Penn State’s Military Appreciation Week leading up to Military Appreciation Day in Beaver Stadium, visit www.military.psu.edu. Penn State enters the Temple game looking to become bowl-eligible for the first time since the start of the NCAA sanction era. A victory would give Penn State six wins. That would make the Nittany Lions available for a postseason birth and it would be the first bowl game for nearly all of the active Penn State roster. The Nittany Lions travel to Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, then finish off their season against Michigan State in Beaver Stadium.

Find us online at centrecountygazette.com BE PREPARED FOR OLD MAN WINTER

Send sports information, schedules and photos to ... editor@centrecountygazette.com

With great products from

MILLHEIM SMALL ENGINE and HARDWARE

Visit Millheim Small Engine, your local Husqvarna dealer, for expert advice, service and full selection

Exceptional Products for Exceptional Results. One Mile West of Millheim on Route 45

814-349-5007

(Leave Message)

Mon. – Fri. 7:30-6:00 pm, Sat 8:00-1:00 pm

Carpet Cleaning Powered By Oxygen NaturesWay

The GREENER Carpet Cleaner

NOW SERVICING THE GREATER CLINTON AND CENTRE COUNTY AREAS

Guaranteed Price Over The Phone! • ONE HOUR AVERAGE DRY TIME! • Deeper Cleaning than Steam Or Chem • Carpet Dries Soft, Not Hard or Crunchy • Tile & Grout Floor Cleaning • Environmentally Green Products Research studies have shown that one cleaning with the Oxymagic System reduces dust mites by 78%, can allergens by 85%, and mold spores by 85%.

www.oxymagiccentralpa.com

570-494-8425 10% OFF

10% OFF

Tile & Grout Floor Cleaning

Wood Floor Cleaning

Carpet Cleaning 3 Rooms & Hallway

$129

6 Rooms & Hallway

$239

Upholstery Cleaning Sofa

$74 Loveseat

$64 Chair

$34 Wool Oriental Rugs Priced according to size

$79 (8x10) Cleaned In Home!

Page 22

The Centre County Gazette

Weinreb, from page 19

ally find only through a Steinbeck novel. From the preface, here are two passages I find especially poignant, wherein Weinreb explains attending his first game at Beaver Stadium — Penn State’s historic 1982 matchup against Nebraska, a victory that helped lead to the Nittany Lions’ first national title. The first excerpt details him entering Beaver Stadium: “The roads are narrow, the traffic is suffocating, and the tailgates go on for miles, tethered to recreational vehicles and pickup trucks. Everything is so huge; even the air seems weighed down with smells, charred meat, and churned-up dirt and manure of varied origins. You pass into the stadium through Gate E and the ramps are too narrow and the people too thick (both individually, because this is rural America, and collectively, because the game is a sellout), and you stand there and wait for the arteries to clear (both figuratively and literally), and every so often, you hear adults buzzed on cheap pilsner bellow like corralled cattle to pass the time.” The second excerpt transports the reader to later in the game: “The home team led 14-0 early, and then they trailed 24-21 late in the fourth quarter, and I could not see most of what happened after that, because I was too small and everyone around me was standing and I was engulfed in a thicket of down jackets and cigar smoke and pocket radio antennas and the voice of a guy named Steve was critiquing the play-calling.” These paragraphs made me remember attending games at Beaver Stadium while I was still in elementary school. Every game was memorable for me at that young age, but the first game of the season proved to be particularly special. Walking into the stadium through the ND ground-level entrance that gave way (usually) to a sparkling and glimmering-blue sky during Labor Day weekend was always one of the year’s highlights for me. More than the actual games themselves, that’s what I remember most from those early days.

subsequently, the screen, so writing becomes an instinctively reflective process in which the writer examines life as he or she sees it. The reason I mention all of this is because the best way I can describe Weinreb’s writing is that it’s genuine, and real, and honest. Maybe that doesn’t sound like much in an age when you’re seemingly not cool unless everything you say is “liked” or retweeted, but it means something when many writers spend their time screaming their opinions at you on television and flooding their Twitter profiles with their supposedly expert views and obvious observations. Weinreb doesn’t do any of this. Instead, he writes really, really well, not feeling the need to break everything down into a 15-second sound bite or a 140-character, grammatically nightmarish Twitter post. While most writers are addicted to clichés and set up their quotes by telling you what they’re going to tell you, Weinreb strings together sentences and weaves paragraphs together with perspective and intelligence, writing at a level that most others simply can’t reach. In “Season of Saturdays,” Weinreb takes an intelligent look at the game that has shaped so many people in rural towns across this country, resulting in an insightful book and a super smooth read. There are 14 chapters, with one particularly important game serving as what Weinreb called a “jumping-off point” that leads to a larger discussion of the people, events and concepts that have shaped college football, and “The Argument,” the aptly named term Weinreb uses to explain how national championships have been determined. There’s a six-page preface in which Weinreb explains his deep connection to college football, particularly Penn State football and State College. It’s a perfect introduction, and the words connected with me in a way that I usu-

Weinreb’s preface also reminded me immediately of the opening scene of the film “Stand By Me.” After the title credits, there’s about a minute where acoustic musical chords play while Richard Dreyfuss’s character sits by himself in an old vehicle, looking out the window and down at a newspaper headline about the death of a childhood friend. Weinreb’s preface and the opening scene of “Stand By Me” are uniquely the same because they both embrace real life. This is what ties together Weinreb, Hughes and Rob Reiner, who directed the 1986 classic based on a Stephen King novella — their stories aren’t the result of a branding campaign where a fake feeling of nostalgia is supposed to envelop you. No Jerry Bruckheimerlike explosions or car chases. No hype, hyperbole or over-exaggeration. Just genuinely inspiring imagery that’s so great on its own. Weinreb speaks to what matters most in college football, mainly the emotional connection people who grow up in small university towns have with their teams. That night I began reading “Season of Saturdays,” I watched the opening scene of “Stand By Me” on YouTube about a dozen times. It had been so long since I’d seen the film, and that initial musical chord connected with me in such a way that it caused me to half-jump off my futon couch and wonder how it was possible to create such a memorable scene without saying a word. Sometimes, however, words help, and that’s the area in which Weinreb excels. I even started a new short screenplay that night. Maybe there’s something there, maybe there’s not. What’s important for me is that the unabashed honesty in “Season of Saturdays” inspired me to do some of my own creative thinking that night, and that’s always a good thing. Give “Season of Saturdays” a read — it’s worth your time — as are Weinreb’s other books and well-crafted columns. Journalism, and sports, needs a whole lot more people like him.

November 13-19, 2014

Stevens chooses to play football at Penn State By CLAYTON SAUERTIEG correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State head coach James Franklin and quarterbacks coach Ricky Rahne received a pleasant surprise Monday night when Tommy Stevens, a quarterback from Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis, decomitted from his home state Indiana Hoosiers TOMMY STEVENS and verbally committed to Franklin’s Nittany Lions. Stevens, a high school standout, is a candidate for Indiana’s “Mr. Football” award and is rated as a three-star prospect by all major recruiting sites. He is considered a dual-threat quarterback who is equally as dangerous with his feet as he is with his arms. The 6-foot-4, 200-pound Stevens hadn’t received an offer from Penn State until the decommitment of now-Notre Dame pledge Brandon Wimbush in early October. Stevens reaffirmed his commitment to the Hoosiers initially, before visiting Happy Valley for the Ohio State game on Oct. 25. Stevens spent most of the trip to Penn State with Nittany Lions commit Sterling Jenkins and target Matthew Burrell. After the visit he stated that he had a great experience and that his parents, who played a large role in the recruiting process, also enjoyed the campus and the coaches. The commitment gives Franklin four scholarship quarterbacks heading into the 2015 season and allows the coaching staff a bit more flexibility with what they want to do on offense. During 11 games in his senior season, Stevens completed 60 percent of his passes for 1,891 yards and 16 touchdowns while only throwing six interceptions. A versatile athlete, he also added 842 rushing yards as well as 10 touchdowns on the ground. Stevens brings the number of verbal commits to 19 for the Nittany Lions’ 2015 class. Franklin has until National Signing Day on Wednesday, Feb. 4, to complete his class, which is currently ranked 12th nationally by Rivals.com.

WHY YOU SHOULD BUY NOW! $200 FREE UPGRADES (Now through 9/30/14)

New England Classic

Double Wide Garage

Backyard Buildings ... BUILT TO LAST!

FINANCING AVAILABLE

RENT TO OWN YOUR BUILDING NO Credit Check!

(to qualified buyers)

877-349-5458

672/7=)86

200 Shaffertown Rd. Madisonburg, PA

6725$*( 6+('6 //&

11 Miles East of Centre Hall

We Promise You’ll Love Your New Building Or We Will Make It Right!

HOURS: Mon.-Fri., 7am-5pm; Sat., 10am-3pm

Serving Central PA for 50 Years

199

INSULATED

$

WINDOWS

Including Installation g Includes Low E Argon Gas g White Tilt-In Double Hung Windows g FREE Disposal of Old Windows Included g All Welded Construction

DOORS

g Fiberglass or Steel Embossed g Factory Finished g 30 Colors Available g Custom Design g Decorative Glass

g No Subcontractors

- Ronald W. Johnson

3W

&

“Still Serving Central PA Since 1963”

The WORK Station

Contractor Registration #002047

www.ronaldwjohnson.com

Spring Mills, PA • FREE ESTIMATES!

814.364.1436

3WZ.com Z S t rea m i n g a t

Home of the 9-to-5 No-Repeat Workday

november 13-19, 2014

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

Wrestlers, from page 20

tles hard and he’s a clutch competitor,� he said. Lehigh got one its three wins, all over freshmen, at 141. Randy Cruz built an early 5-0 lead on Kade Moss and cruised to a 7-2 win. The Mountain Hawks added a Dylan Milonas 2-1 win over Cody Law at 157 and 10-2 major decision by No. 3 Nate Brown over Matt McCutcheon at 184. Other than that, it was all Penn State. Matt Brown, the No. 3 174-pounder, scored a fall in 4:01. Additionally, No. 16 Zack Beitz (149), No. 4 Morgan McIntosh (197), No. 7 Jon Gingrich (285) and Garett Hammond (165)

“I was real excited. I couldn’t wait to wrestle, a little too much maybe because I was hanging back, but I was real excited to start the match off at 125. I think he was controlling me a little bit. I think I just needed to keep on him. I felt like that’s all he was doing. He didn’t have too much offense,� Conaway said. Sanderson said he wasn’t worried that Conaway was capable of delivering a win late in the match. “It got a little tight there but I played dodgeball enough with Jordan that I know he’s pretty good under pressure. He wres-

Page 23

all notched decisions. For Hammond, it was his varsity debut. He said it was memorable. “It was exciting. This is what I was looking forward to. I like competing in Rec Hal,l so it was really exciting to get out here and compete. It was really fun,� he said. Clearly, the young Nittany Lions have areas to improve in and will have some growing pains, but Sanderson seemed encouraged by what he saw. “You hate losing any matches, but that’s just part of the process. No one responds to negativity in any way. We just have to seek out and exploit the positives and that’s our plan as a staff. There’s plen-

ty to be positive about. We ask these guys to go out there and hustle and battle and I think we did that. As long as they are going to go compete, we’re going to have fun together,� he said. “Experience is number one because you can work on something and work on something, but to actually do something different out on the mat, it takes confidence in what you’re doing. Confidence comes with experience, and you only get experience by having experience. We just need to tighten things up. They were close to getting away, and they did get their escapes, but they kept fighting through the third period. Inch by inch.�

ATTN: AUTO DEALERS!!!

DEALS OF THE WEEK!

2014 Toyota Rav4 XLE AWD

#141445, Auto, A/C, Moonroof, Only 2,600 miles

$

26,995

2012 VW Jetta TDI Wagon

#102331, Auto, A/C, Heated Lthr. Seats, Moonroof, Nav, 42k miles

$

20,550

Advertise your listings HERE in The Gazette! We have plans to fit ANY BUDGET! Call Don Bedell TODAY! (814) 238-5051 ext. 634

1 S. Water Street, Mill Hall, PA

570-726-3107

millerbrothersauto.com

Just a 30 minute drive from State College Or a 20 minute drive from Bellefonte!

GAZETTE THE CENTRE COUNTY

happyvalleycarcredit.com

Our G O a l i s 10 0 % Cre d i t a p p rO va l .

Credit aMNest Y

WE WILL TRY AND GET YOU THE CREDIT YOU NEED!

Even if your Credit • Bankruptcy • Charge Offs • Divorce

is DESTROYED: • Repossessions • Tax Liens • Credit Card Difficulties

Honda Accord Hybrid Drive down one of America’s most historic routes in one of the world’s most advanced vehicles.

Advance Technology Our latest breakthroughs in technology are everywhere you look in the Accord Hybrid. city rating

Bill MacIntyre Chevrolet-Buick has recently acquired over a MILLION DOLLARS in inventory & Financing ability for ALL Credit levels! Bankruptcy • Foreclosure • Repo • Tax Liens

Bill MacIntyre has a 98% Approval Rate! If you have a Full Time Job or Steady Income (Disability, SSI, Pension, etc.), You can be driving home in your NEW or Pre-Owned Car or Truck TODAY!!!

D

Dix Honda Company : &ROOHJH $YHQXH ‡ 6WDWH &ROOHJH 3$ ‡ ‡ ZZZ GL[KRQGD FRP 0RQ 7XHV 7KXUV ‡ :HG )UL ‡ 6DW 7KH 'L[ +RQGD 6DOHV 7HDP %LOO (OGHU &KDUOLH )DULV 0LNH 6KDZOH\ 5LFN )LVKHU &ROLQ 6PLWK

!DRSÄŽ.E

!DRSÄŽ.E

!$23ÄŽ-$6ÄŽ"Ä­1ÄŽ#$Ä­+$12'(/

!$23ÄŽ42$#ÄŽ"Ä­1ÄŽ#$Ä­+$12'(/

3TATEš#OLLEGE

3TATEš#OLLEGE

m a g a z i n e

m a g a z i n e

CALL GARY LYNN TODAY!!! 570-748-4068 Or visit us at billmacintyre.com

10 E. Walnut St. Lock Haven, PA

Page 24

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

Tree stand holds special memories of past seasons Some hunters set up multiple trail cameras and also spend hours spotlighting and scouring the countryside in an attempt to locate the best possible deer-hunting spot. Other hunters return to the same hollow or even the same tree stand each fall, regardless of the deer sign. While it would be easy to argue that the “alpha hunters,” those who do all of the scouting, are the “real” deer hunters, there is something to be said for those of us who hold to tradition and return to the same spot year after year. If you are like me, your favorite deer-hunting location is likely a special place where you have watched the dark of night slowly transform into the light of morning many times. There, the hunter likely knows every tree, rock and log — easily recognizing something new as out of place. I hunt from one of those tried and true Mark Nale is a locations. The fresh light of opening day of freelance writer and outdoorsman who deer season is always charged with resides in Centre deer-hunting anticipation. I can’t County. Email him think of a better place to soak up that at markangler@aol. excitement than from my special com. stand. During my hunting career — now spanning more than 50 years — I have hunted deer in many areas, but a few gems grabbed most of my attention. My first hot spot was on State Game Lands 73, in Bedford County — I harvested six bucks there. I usually stood between two large pine trees overlooking the edge of a hollow. More recently, my favorite spot has been on my own property here in Centre County. That humble tree stand has produced many bucks for me, and also for a few friends and relatives, too. Life in the forest is ever-changing and so are wooden tree stands. My favorite tree stand has enjoyed several reincarnations and repairs during the past 35 years. In 1979, I first helped my brother Paul build a tree stand on my property, overlooking a rhododendron thicket near Sparrow Run. Then, I assisted my good friend Larry Stump with raising its elevation in the early 1980s. About 10 years

MARK NALE

Noll’s GuN shop & GuNsmithiNG Buy • Sell • Trade • Repairs 814.422.8999 3825 Penns Valley Road Spring Mills, PA 16875 Hours: Mon. Wed., Fri. 9-9; Tues. & Thurs. 9-6; Sat. 8-5

later, my father, who was afraid of heights, decided that he preferred the lower version of the tree stand — it was altered again. Then, it became “my stand.” In 2003 — the year after I shot my biggest buck — a storm broke off a nearby tree, crushing the tree stand. Disappointing, yes, but I used the opportunity to construct a slightly bigger and safer version. It was built between three trees, only about 15 yards from the other stand’s former location. My tree stand does not always produce a deer, but it has twice been responsible for yielding two bucks during one season. Last December was one of those extraordinary years. I shot an 8-point buck from it on the second day of the season and just four days later my son-in-law, John Carter, harvested a 6-point. It was one of those “Christmas card” days on Dec. 7, 2013. Mother Nature had coated the forest floor with a fresh blanket of white. There was no wind, so the snow clung to all of the rhododendron leaves and hemlock boughs. It had been a beautiful but quiet morning for John, with just a few squirrels scampering about. Two does moved past him at 10:10 a.m. A short while later, he heard a noise over his left shoulder, strained his neck to look, and was rewarded with the sight of polished antlers moving through the snow-covered rhododendron. Three bucks materialized in the winter wonderland. He waited until their heads were all hidden, shifted his body and fired at the largest one. John made a perfect shot — the buck ran 65 yards and dropped in the snow. The high-racked 6-point was his largest buck to date and another “trophy” for my tree stand. Typically, my stand does not produce during years of large acorn crops — the bucks seem to be elsewhere. Nonetheless — snow, rain, cold or warm — on opening day this year, I will be out there as excited as ever when the first light of morning breaks. NOTES: Pennsylvania’s rifle deer season begins Monday, Dec. 1. For hunters in the eastern two-thirds of Centre County, the season officially begins at 6:47 a.m. Hunters in the western third of the county can begin four minutes later at 6:51 a.m. Both of the wildlife management units that include Centre County — 2G and 4D — have a split deer season.

MARK NALE/For the Gazette

JOHN CARTER shot this high-antlered 6-point buck from Mark Nale’s treestand on Dec. 7, 2013.

From Monday, Dec. 1, to Friday, Dec. 5, only bucks are legal and they must have at least three points on one antler. During the final seven days, from Saturday, Dec. 6, to Saturday, Dec. 3, hunters holding antlerless deer licenses may harvest a buck having three or more points on one side or an antlerless deer. Hunters possessing a valid bear license can hunt bears from Wednesday, Dec. 3, to Saturday, Dec. 6, in WMU 4D (Centre County, south of I-80).

Gazette

Scope out these deals!

Lowest prices on

Muck Boots for Men & Women

The CenTre CounTy

Alfred Dunner

40% OFF Every Day

814-238-5051 • www.centrecountygazette.com 2014

The CenTre CounTy

ROTHROCKS CLOTHING

126 N. Front Street, Philipsburg Guaranteed

We cover what’s important to you!

814-342-4742

Gazette Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

H.B.I.

A special

publication ENTRE

13 &14,

of

OUNTY

GAZETTE HE

2014

Cruise will take Historic Bellefonte Bellefonte. The 26th annual 13 and 14 in downtownclassic car place on June to the Gazette’s guide to go, live Check out the what’s new, where show. Find out schedule of events. and a complete entertainment Inside

Volume 6, Issue

Heights Neighborhood

Relay for Life r enjoys anothe successful year

23

FREE COPY

cameras MARTIN GARRETT

By MICHAEL e.com correspondent@centrecountygazett

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

violations, the College repeated traffic SEEING RED: Followingintersections throughout town. installed at dangerous

Association is asking

Time to Cruise

Classic

Historic

June Annual ~ T C C 26th

June 5-11, 2014

n for red light

Residents petitio

that red light cameras

Heights Neighbor— The College of repeated traffic tired STATE COLLEGE after growing Street and Park hood Association,intersection of Athertonthe Pennsylvania the violations at up their minds to petitionother similar muAvenue, made allow State College and intersecto cameras at dangerous Legislature to use red light nicipalities that the Legislature tions. petition requests authorizes large The association’s84 legislation, which 20,000 and acAct expand 2012’s with populations exceeding red light enforcemunicipalities departments to install credited police argues for the petition ment cameras. accompanyingsame cameras, given the A press release these ability to use size and infrastructure State College’s in population Act 84. borough’s similarity professor of authorized by Penn State was to the cities member and that his car at College HeightsLeon said in an email a red light Don a driver running architecture involvement being hit by leading to his totaled after intersection, the Atherton-Park 300 signatures with the petition. received approximately to Centre CoundeThe petition residents, and was sent with a letter from State College in the state Legislature pedestrians and drivers, ty representatives accidents involving in town. tailing various intersections garnered in a very high-volume were bicyclists at of the signatures at the intersection and “The majority memstanding association of time just short period if they would support it,” Brown said. Laura people adviser to asking State academic of people wanted ber and Penn upwards of 90 percent “By and large, I was there.” sign it when Gazette

be

Cameras, Page

June 12-18, 2014,

Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

By BRITTANY SVOBODA

bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.com

— Tom Wilson BELLFONTE of the different parts place has been to only one world, but there’s

2014

Volume 6, Issue

24

EAGLES FLY

MARTIN GARRETT

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

Gazette

downtown in his office in of Tom Wilson sits years as a member Bellefonte Mayor Wilson spent four AT THE HELM: being elected mayor, Bellefonte. Before borough council.

Gazette

at Bryce Jordan Construction e, officials say stays on schedul

25

bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.co to were unveiled and walkway Improvement a flood wall — Plans for the Waterfront BELLEFONTE Wednesday as part of Inlast the Bellefonte the community Bellefonte. Engineering, available to field Project in downtown were from Buchart-Horn the borough plans. Representatives Authority and the proposed for the that the idea dustrial Development and concerns about Stewart said questions House Hotel, the public’s manager Ralph after the BushWest High and Bellefonte Borough Project began Improvement above Spring Creek between Waterfront the vacant lot down in 2006. and the to flooding, which sat on on streets, burned that the area is prone West Lamb any development Wilson added flood wall before Mayor Tom to build the borough is required can take place. the vacant land

Flood, Page 4

FREE COPY

TIM WEIGHT/Gazette

weather, record

Gluten-free bakery opens in State College SVOBODA

By BRITTANY m bsvoboda@centrecountygazette.co

ago, “gluten-free” — Five years STATE COLLEGE term. sections at was not a household there are gluten-free items and Today, however, menus on restaurant markets, gluten-free some stores. growing for gluten-free market has been and co-owner “The gluten-freeSmith, a pastry chef gluten-free Louisa a new dedicated Co. site at time,” said Baking Co., of Good Seed in the former Fasta & Ravioli bakery located in State College. “kind St. gluten-free marketbaked 129 S. Fraser got into the Smith said she While making conventional which are natuof by accident.” making macaroons, farmers margoods, she startedand sold them at area rally gluten-free, kets.

numbers

the to Gannon, According paraof athletes is safety of the the most amountthe to date … I don’t know of athmount. athletes ever. — we had a lot of By CHRIS MORELLI “With the populationwith, we dealing exact numbers late additions — editor@centrecountygazette.com letes that we’re Special Olymathscratches and ratio; well over 2,300 need to be careful. PARK — The a one-to-four but we had UNIVERSITY pics requires assistant coach for Special Olympics letes,” he said. Special Olympics well 45th annual Summer Games one coach or Because the is such a masathletes. We’re the Pennsylvania every four populaa hitch over Summer Games planning the we’ve got a to be went off without aware that that needs sive undertaking,well in advance. weekend. tion of athletes biggest concern was once again event takes placeyear long on this Our Penn State event supervised. happen “We work all take care of all According to potentially games to the host site. is what can They are given Gannon, the were thing. We try we can’t director Ed problems. If to those athletes. here, so we’re perfectly. Thereeverythe possible least try played out them, we at a lot of freedomabout the safety lot delays and take care of We still do a no weather very concerned he said. place. games. to identify them. thing fell into during the of our athletes,” well,” Gannon normal bumps of reaction of things that can the “It went very Aside from the few trips to the issue is always get There’s a lot wrong,” Gannon and a to said. “Our big Special and bruises go work all year potentially room, at the and to weather. We emergency Summer adworked out said. The Gannon, in all the kinks Olympics Pennsylvania few and production. According to athletes, there injuries were behave a smooth 2,300 Games, the always a panic the dition to the and 600 last week is volunteers far between. hospital runs is looking at quite were 1,600 numbers, always “We had severalwere sustained cause everyone weather has that coaches. The weather. The that can make or from injuries staggering. are court. NothGazette simply, of coordination. been the factor GARRETT/For the on the basketball “It takes a lot those ordinary,” Gannon MICHAEL MARTIN Police in the break the games.” working with lasting out of the and Pittsburgh When you’re 2014 But with temperatures after Ernie Roundtree there’s always said. in sight, the like Stan Berecky, numbers … Some years, we’ve Olympics athlete torch triumphantly For athletes 70s and no rain were just about Special FIRED UP: Special the Special Olympic Field on June 5. minute crises. — the games have County, the Schubert hold Summer Games of Allegheny Summer Commander Scott the opening ceremony at Medlar had rain, cold inside. But when perfect. at Olympics Pennsylvania 37, 38 Gannon, record the been moved lighting the flame ..................... like we did, According to coaches 34, 35 Business ........................ 39 Page 6 volunteers, we have weatherunqualified sucOlympics, Uninumbers of on Meetings ........ Classified Special an converged games are 31, 32 Group ............................ 36 noted. and athletes the annual event. Puzzles & Entertainment for cess,” Gannon .... 33, 34 17-24 Arts versity Park Happening largest event Cruise ...... 25-30 What’s “It was our 11 Bellefonte ......................... .................. 10, 7 Education ............... 12-16 Sports Community Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

file photo

business district borders the downtown the site. stood. The land near Bush House once wall and walkway to build a flood where the historic There are plans This is the site HIGH HOPES: Talleyrand Park. of Bellefonte and in the borough

LIGHT UP NIGHT

Punt said. scheduling. impacted their mean we are not busy,” are being “That doesn’t rooms and auxiliary gym GARRETT proms, basketball By MICHAEL MARTIN e.com “Our conference for banquets, correspondent@centrecountygazett utilized all summer whole camps.” Horn said the offices the State College and volleyball Marcie Van PARK — Though this past Saturand its Project leader UNIVERSITY ceremony arena not under construction, Arena due to graduation roof and the building is High School moved to the Pegula Ice the project Both the building remain open. renovated and replaced. have about day had to be Center construction, summer systems floor are being by Penn State’s the Bryce Jordan up 18 most roofing to be finished roof has been floor “As is typical, Aug. 16. is on track arena cycle, and this on Saturday, and marketstarted as an a 20-year life commencementthe BJC director of sales commenceHorn said. “This years,” Van Bernie Punt, high school email that the be moved due ing, said in an only event that had to Page 4 acts are slower Bryce Jordan, ment was the Since touring dramatically to the construction. the project hasn’t during the summer,

s enjoys great

Special Olympic

Volume 6, Issue

By BRITTANY SVOBODA m

WEIGHT/For the

TIM on in the PIAA semifinals 13, at Penn State. win over Philipsburg-Osceola on Friday, June celebrate a 7-3 Class AA title game Area softball team play in the PIAA THE Bald Eagle MEMBERS OF Lady Eagles will Beard Field. The Monday night at 25. See story on page

College Avenue construction on schedule By MICHAEL e.com correspondent@centrecountygazett

June 19-25, 2014

Gazette.com www.CentreCounty

SPOTLIGHT

atmosmall-town can’t beat the borough boasts the sphere that of being and with the advantage he calls home. by mountains surrounded That’s Bellefonte. Bellefonte mayor outstreams. The current is quite the after he And Wilson Navy soon joined the Bellefonte Area doorsman. all over the graduated from “I’ve (canoed)he said. during the Vietnam High School extensive traveling state and I hunt,” of his is music. War era. His Another hobby trumpet in an four-year enlistment back during his played his ticket Wilson has and also helped stampand made him aphorn band eight-piece has to singer for several home though, that the area has been lead preciate all groups. in the military, offer. of natural beauAfter serving “There’s a lot said. “The fact to Centre CounWilson returned for First Media/ ty here,” Wilson to a major unity and worked sales and prothat we’re closeus some opporturadio and WZWW in we versity ... gives has also owned enevents that an motions. He stuck nities for cultural if we were operated Centretainment, wouldn’t have of nowhere.” booking company, tertainment might out in the middle While metropolitans 6 to be in the Wilson, Page consider Bellefonte he said, you middle of nowhere,

End softball Area High School defeat The Bald Eagle end in a 13-5 team saw its season Columbia in the Central at the hands of Lady Eagles title game. The PIAA Class AA closed medals as they took home silver 19 out 2014./Page

The CenTre CounTy

Gaz ette

FREE COPY

HIGH

Plans for flood nte wall in Bellefo revealed to public

4

College Borough — The State rip the in and totally STATE COLLEGE can’t “come executive diWater Authority after year,” authority authority has year Instead, the town all up across By CHRIS MORELLI Lichman said. rector John important projects plan various the borough’s editor@centrecountygazette.com to carefully that correspond with orgaweekend for several years near-perfect event schedule. along College Avenue, — It was a community for Life. BELLEFONTE construction line, is the latest of Bellefonte Relay Large crowds at Governor’s The current water nizers of the has been Check. century-old the project replacing a Beautiful weather? goals met? Check. this year’s Relay Lichman said very long time.” Fundraising these projects. Gail Miller, Park? Check. radar for “a prefer to event co-chair on the authority’sthat the authority would but other According to the most memorable. weather, one of “We had goodseemed to Lichman said within 60 to 80 years, for Life was Miller said. lines really replace such The new teams “It was wonderful,” a great time. celebration.” finally. We had It was a Page 5 a celebrate. Construction, enjoy the atmosphere. to help find of reason to raised $97,130 There was plenty Miller, the event According to than $2 Life to more cure for cancer. the Bellefonte Relay for history. That pushes popular because during its 20-year million raised that the event has become at Submitted photo Miller said you yet, it will a affected by cancer. If it hasn’t touched everyone is her hair for be a relative, of Zion donated life, it could “It touches everybody. during last Sadie Ripka, 7, touches everybody’s FAREWELL, HAIR: Lengths” cancer-survivor initiative said. any time. It and lasted a friend,” she “Beautiful Governor’s Park. off Friday afternoon neighbor or Pantene’s kicked Bellefonte’s Life at for Life The Relay for was held. Durweekend’s Relay versus cancer,” Relay Pageant donations in 24 hours. Tara’s Angels popular Miss collect field. We were in drag and On Friday, the males dress for those site as a football a great Relay.” a special event ing the pageant, Ripka said. named “Miss and they had walkathon is an effort to be register. It was packed raised over $800 in Cleary, the 24-hour “We had 17 to walk at Governor’s participants with their Lock Haven taking part. said. “The 17 hour to walk around came from time,” Miller one. John Wolfe one had an crazy.” is a special this one hour. Each money. Oh, my … it was Life has become an but these, a great Gazette Park. Relay for a bunch of are friendly and it’s for team, purse and raise BRITTANY SVOBODA/The of Zion, the “I’ve been to survivor. Her people my Saturday,” For Tara Ripka, is a 14-year cancer is great, the borough officials, for Life for way to spend Ripka The setting in the Relay to State College The think of a better annual event. has been participating ON TRACK: According College Avenue is progressing. cause. I can’t mother, who along Tara’s Angels, raised over to honor his water line. Wolfe said. the construction said. “Our team he was walking 13 years. to replace a century-old success,” Ripka Wolfe said that ago. construction is several years “It was a great — a team. 29, 30 died of cancer year!” ..................... over the weekend $10,100 this 27 Business ........................ 31 was just that garb this year. Ripka’s team Meetings ............. a Super Classified Relay, Page 6 dressed in football our team went with 24, 25 Group ............................ 28 Tara’s Angels Puzzles was ‘party,’ jerseys and decorated our & Entertainment .... 25, 26 16, 17 Arts “Since the theme in football Spread ........... 19-23 What’s Happening We dressed 10 Centre Bowl party. ......................... ....................... 7 Education ............... 11-15 Sports Community Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

of the road

Historic Bellefonte The 26th annual in downtown Cruise takes place find weekend. Inside, Bellefonte this Cruise — maps, a preview of the and a complete classes, rules 17-24 schedule of events./Pages

The CenTre CounTy

Gazette

to call Wilson happy home Bellefonte his CENTRE COUNTY

Bakery, Page

HEATHER WEIKEL/For

4

the Gazette

night. The logos first time on Tuesday miles away. Small were lit for the from at Beaver Stadium LED lights that will be visible new video boards with about 1,400 the backs of the Each is equipped LION logos on THE NITTANY 18-inches thick. 25-feet tall and for the event. are 35-feet wide, State fans gathered crowds of Penn

Several local

nts raided

Asian restaura

By CHRIS MORELLI

editor@centrecountygazette.com

CHRIS MORELLI/The

Gazette

Fuji and removed from Workers were Security SPECIAL OPERATION: during a raid. ICE Homeland Asian week several State College Jade Garden last agents targeted Investigations special 12. Thursday, June 10 restaurants on 7 Opinion ............................ ......... 8, 9 Health & Wellness

Education ....................... ............... 12-15 Community

and CusImmigration Homeof — A week after STATE COLLEGEofficers from the Department there are businesses, for. toms Enforcement were looking busihit several Asian-owned what officers land Security answers as to search warrants at several was finally some The raid executed Federal agentsseveral people into custody. took nesses and via email, June 12. Navas said conducted on spokeswoman Nicole (HSI) special agents “Last week,” locations in Security Investigations action at numerous “ICE Homeland enforcement speconducted an Pa., area. warrants, HSI the State College, of federal search individuals from During the execution and detained 10 encountered cial agents Raid, Page 5 ........... 16, 17 Centre Spread 19-23 Sports .........................

.... 24 Arts & Entertainment .... 25, 26 What’s Happening

BRITTANY SVOBODA/The

Gazette

pastry chef and CAKE: Louisa Smith, prepares icing for her ICING ON THE Seed Baking Co., have a grand opening co-owner of Good The bakery will gluten-free products. 27. on Friday, June 29, 30 ........ 26, 27 28 Group Meetings Puzzles ............................

31 Business ..................... Classified ........................

Pick up your copy every Thursday.

GAZETTE THE CENTRE COUNTY

Coming up in The Gazette …

November 20 Mature Lifestyles

If you would like to advertise in one of the special sections, contact the Gazette at (814) 238-5051 or email sales@centrecountygazette.com

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

Page 25

This should be another record year for Pa. bear hunters By MARK NALE correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

Hunting predictions tend to get one in trouble because of all the different factors that might influence the outcome. However, most observers agree that 2014 should produce a record or nearrecord bear harvest for Pennsylvania hunters. Archery bear season begins on Monday, Nov. 17, and runs for five days. More hunters are participating in this early season each year, with the Pennsylvania Game Commission estimating that about 18,000 archers hunted in all or part of the season last fall. Bowhunters harvested 197 bears during archery bear season in 2013. Of the more than 100,000 bear hunters in all, most buy a license to hunt during the fourday rifle season. This begins Saturday, Nov. 22, and concludes on Wednesday, Nov. 26, the day before Thanksgiving. Last year, hunters shot a total of 3,511 bears, which ranked as the fifth highest harvest overall. Three of the five largest bear harvests have occurred in the last three years. Pennsylvania’s record harvest of 4,350 bears occurred in 2011, and the thirdlargest harvest — 3,632 bears — followed in 2012. Mark Ternent, the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s bear biologist, does not like to make harvest predictions. “There are just too many factors for anyone to accurately predict the bear harvest,” he explained. However, he acknowledged that many of the elements required for another exceptional

bear harvest in 2014 already are in place. According to Ternent, Pennsylvania black bear populations are at record levels, with an estimated population of more than 18,000 bears living within the Keystone State. Additionally, he noted that the statewide acorn crop is markedly improved as compared to last year. A news release from the PGC described it as a “bumper mast crop that is distributed throughout many ridges and valleys within bear country. Core bearhunting areas within Lycoming, Clinton and Centre counties are seeing some of their heaviest mast crops in the past 10 years.” “Higher mast yields typically lead to better hunter success,” Ternent said. “When plenty of food is available, bears tend to stay more active during hunting seasons, rather than entering their dens early.” Another important factor in the bear forecast is what so far has been an increase in the number of hunters purchasing bear licenses. According to the commission, through the end of October, bear license sales were up by nearly 7 percent, in comparison to yearto-date sales from a year ago. There was a record of 167,439 licenses sold last year. With bear licenses remaining on sale until Friday, Nov. 21 — the night before the general rifle season — a new record could be set, with the possibility of more than 170,000 hunters being licensed to pursue bear this year. Increased hunter participation usually leads to larger harvests and, according to the commission, often better hunter success.

“The pieces are all in place for yet another banner year of bear hunting in Pennsylvania,” Game Commission executive director Matt Hough said. “Only time will tell if a record number of hunters will bring about a record harvest. But, I can guarantee all of those who celebrate our hunting heritage in this special season have a fantastic opportunity to harvest an exceptional animal.” Pennsylvania’s traditional black bear range is primarily in the northcentral and northeastern parts of the state. As evidence to that fact, last year, 14 of the 15 top-producing counties were from those regions. Warren County, in the northwest area of the state, made the list at No. 5. Those hunting Centre County harvested 96 bears last fall, which tied it with Bradford County, ranking at 14th. Centre County usually ranks much higher — in 2012, it produced 143 bears and ranked fifth. Hunters harvested 129 bears in Centre County in 2011, ranking the county at ninth. Hunters bagged a record of 151 bears in this county in both 2000 and 2001. The heaviest bear shot in Centre County in 2013 weighed 463 pounds. However, the harvest of a very rare bear spotlighted the county’s season last year. Taxidermist Matt Reed, of Tyrone, shot a cinnamon-colored bear while hunting in the Moshannon State Forest east of Philipsburg. According to Ternent, this is a one-in-a-thousand event. PGC regulations require that all successful bear hunters take their bears to an official check station. There is no check station located in Centre County. Most county hunters take their bruins

HUNTERS: UPCOMING DATES YOU NEED TO KNOW HUNTING DATES

■ Squirrels (red, gray, black and fox; combined) — currently through Nov. 29; Dec. 15-24 and Dec. 26-Feb. 21. ■ Ruffed grouse — currently through Nov. 29, Dec. 15-24 and Dec. 26-Jan. 24. ■ Rabbit (cottontail) — currently through Nov. 29, Dec. 15-24 and Dec. 26Feb. 21. ■ Pheasant (male only in WMUs 2A, 2C, 4C, 4E, 5A and 5B; male and female in all other WMUs) — currently through Nov. 29, Dec. 15-24 and Dec. 26-Feb. 21. ■ Pheasant (male or female combined in WMUs 1A, 1B, 2B, 2D, 2E, 2F, 2G, 2H, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 4A, 4B, 4D, 5C and 5D) — currently through Nov. 29, Dec. 15-24 and Dec. 26-Feb. 21. ■ Bobwhite quail — currently through Nov. 29. ■ Hares (snowshoe rabbits) or varying hares — Dec. 26-Jan. 1. ■ Woodchucks (groundhogs) — no closed season, except on Sundays and during the regular firearms deer seasons. ■ Porcupines — currently through March 31, except during overlap with the regular firearms deer season. ■ Crows — currently through April 5, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only. ■ Starlings and English sparrows — no closed season, except during the antlered and antlerless deer season. ■ Eurasian collared dove — season dates run concurrently with mourning dove season. ■ Wild turkey (male or female) — WMU 1B, Nov. 27-29; WMU 2B (shotgun and bow and arrow), currently through Nov. 21 and Nov. 27-29; WMUs 1A, 2A, 2D, 2F, 2G, 2H, 3A, 3B and 3C, currently through Nov. 15 and Nov. 27-29; WMUs 2C, 2E, 3D, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D and 4E, currently through Nov. 21 and Nov. 27-29. ■ Black bear (statewide; archery) — Nov. 17-21. ■ Black bear (statewide) — Nov. 22-26. ■ Black bear (WMUs 2C, 4B, 4C, 4D and 4E) — Dec. 3-6. ■ Black bear (WMUs 2B, 5B, 5C and 5D) — Dec. 1-13. ■ Black bear (WMUs 3A, 3B, 3C and 3D) — Dec. 1-6.

■ Black bear (WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D; archery) — currently through Nov. 15. ■ Black bear (WMU 5B; archery) — currently through Nov. 15. ■ Elk (antlered or antlerless) — currently through Nov. 15 for eligible elk license recipients, in designated areas, who did not harvest an elk by Nov. 8. ■ Deer (antlerless only; archery; WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D) — Nov. 17-29. ■ Deer (antlered and antlerless; archery, WMUs 2B, 5C and 5D) — Jan. 12-24. ■ Deer (antlered and antlerless; archery, statewide — currently through Nov. 15 and Dec. 26-Jan. 10. ■ Deer (antlered and antlerless) — Dec. 1-13. ■ Deer (antlered only) — Dec. 1-5. ■ Deer (antlered and antlerless) — Dec. 6-13. ■ Deer (antlered or antlerless; flintlock; statewide) — Dec. 26-Jan. 10. ■ Deer (antlered or antlerless; flintlock) — Dec. 26-Jan. 24. ■ Deer (antlerless; extended regular firearms; Allegheny, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties) — Dec. 26-Jan. 24. ■ Deer (antlerless; military bases) — hunting permitted on days established by the U.S. Department of the Army at Letterkenny Army Depot, Franklin County; New Cumberland Army Depot, York County; and Fort Detrick, Raven Rock Site, Adams County.

FURBEARER HUNTING DATES

■ Coyotes — no closed season; unlimited. Outside of any big game season (deer, bear, elk and turkey), coyotes may be taken with a hunting license or a fur-taker license, and without wearing orange. During any big game season, coyotes may be taken while lawfully hunting big game or with a fur-taker license. ■ Raccoons and foxes — currently through Feb. 21. ■ Opossum, striped skunks and weasels — no closed season, except Sundays. ■ Bobcat — Jan. 20-Feb. 10. — Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Game Commission

MARK NALE/For the Gazette

WITH BEAR SEASON right around the corner, Pennsylvania could see a record number of bears bagged this year. to check stations at the Laurelton Bald Eagle State Forest Headquarters on Route 45 in Union County, the National Guard Armory on Route 26 in Huntingdon

County, or the check station at the PGC maintenance building along the Quehanna Highway in Clearfield County, just north of Quehanna.

HUNTER’S WAREHOUSE 130 West High Street • Bellefonte, PA

MON-WED-THU-FRI 12PM-6PM, TUE 12PM-5PM, SAT 12PM-4PM, OPEN SUNDAYS, CALL FOR HOURS! ALWAYS CALL BEFORE TRAVELING!

YOU WANT A DEAL! LET’S DEAL! 1,000s of Guns in Stock! $400.00 & Up ................ 6 Rems 760, 30/06

Buy Sell Trade Consign

$449.99.......................... Rem 7600 Syn 243 $389.99.......................... Sav 111 Detachable Mag 30/06 $249.99 ARB ................. New Sav Axis Choice of Cal $389.99.......................... Sav 11 308 Woodstock $550.00.......................... Rem 700 BDL 243 $550.00.......................... Rem 700 BDL 7MM Mag

Still have time to get your gun repaired before season

$450.00.......................... Rem 700 BDL 270 $650.00.......................... Rem 700 BDL 30/06 Engraved $500.00.......................... Weatherby 30/06 Walnut $259.99 & Up ................ 20+ 30/30 Rifles $450.00 & Up ................ 3 Marlins 336 32 Cal $400.00 & Up ................ 4 Marlins 336 35 Rem $650.00.......................... Sav 99 300 Sav Deluxe $249.99 ARB ................. Sav Left Hand Rifles $349.99.......................... Rem 770 30/06 Camo SS 3 x 9 Pkg $600.00.......................... Rem 760 30/06 Camo

The Working Man’s Shop!

$350.00 & Up ................ 9 Remington 41s and 141s in Stock $425.00.......................... Sav 116 300 Win. Mag. SS Muzzle Break Rem 760 300 Savage $650.00.......................... Sav 99 308 $1,000.00....................... Sav 99 284 Cal

Check us out on www.galleryofguns.com

$400.00.......................... Rem 788 243 Cal $699.99.......................... Win 70 Compact 243 Claw Extractor Unfired

Compare our new prices!

Ammo of all calibers, old or new — can’t find it, call us!

3,000+ Guns In Store, Over 11,000 In Inventory!

814-548-0088

We Beat All Retail Prices! All prices subject to availability

Page 26

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

Arts & Entertainment

Irreverent comedy hits Penn State Centre Stage By HARRY ZIMBLER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Don’t let the title fool you — “The Motherf**cker With the Hat” is a contemporary play that has a lot to say about American society in the 21st century. When the play premiered on Broadway in 2011, The New York Times called it a “vibrant and surprisingly serious new comedy.” The original production starred comedian Chris Rock. Penn State Centre Stage’s production of the play will take place from Monday, Nov. 17, through Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Downtown Theatre Center on Allen Street. Director Steve Broadnax brought the play to the attention of the season selection committee. “We have a very diverse population in the School of Theatre,” Brodnax said. “And, that includes a Latino community.” He felt this play would allow for a great performance opportunity. “The MOFO With the Hat” follows a struggling addict as he strives to balance his relationship, his new commitment to sobriety, and the hat that represents a weakness in his relationship with his

girlfriend. The central character, Jackie, is determined to get his life back on track and settle down in New York City. He hopes this will happen with the help of his girlfriend, Veronica, and his AA sponsor, Ralph D. One day, he finds a hat in Veronica’s apartment that is not his. He sets out to find out who owns it. “This is a brand new play with a contemporary message,” said Broadnax. “The controlling idea in the play is that addiction destroys relationships. It is a story about a man’s quest to stay sober. Everyone in the play is an addict, either on alcohol or drugs. “I want audiences to see that addiction is a disease that takes a tremendous amount of strength to stay clean,” said Broadnax. “Every day, life can get in the way of your sobriety. The ‘MOFO With the Hat’ gets down and dirty about addiction.” Broadnax has been at Penn State for nine years and currently serves as the head of the graduate acting program and associate artistic director for Penn State Centre Stage. “As an artist, I want to continue writing and directing,” he said.

PATRICK MANSELL/Penn State University

CAST MEMBERS Wendell Franklin, left, and Sebastian Arroyo rehearsed a scene from the Penn State Centre Stage production of “The Motherf**ker With the Hat” at the Penn State Downtown Theatre. The production, directed by Steve Broadnax, opens Nov. 17.

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

UPCOMING

Luncheon — The Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall will host a soup sale luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 144 W. Main St., Howard. To order quarts in advance, call (814) 6252182 or (814) 625-2722. All requests are due by Sunday, Nov. 16. Classes — Holt Memorial Library will host free nutrition and cooking classes, sponsored Penn State Nutrition Links, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on four Saturdays, Nov. 15 and 22 and Dec. 6 and 13, at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Call (814) 3554897 to register.

ONGOING

Bookmobile — Centre County Library Bookmobile is a fully accessible library on wheels. Look for it in your community and join Miss Laura for story times, songs and fun. Visit the website at www.centrecounty library.org for days and times. Safety Check — Mount Nittany Health will sponsor free car seat safety checks from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at their Boalsburg location, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. Certified car seat safety educators will check to make sure car seats and installed correctly. Call (814) 466-7921. Exhibit — The Vietnam Remembered Display will be available throughout November at the Pennsylvania Military Museum, 51 Boal Ave., Boalsburg. Museum hours are Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.pamilmuseum.org. Exhibit — Marianna Cook’s photographs and interviews with human rights movement pioneers will be on display through Friday, Nov. 28, in the Hub-Robeson Galleries, University Park. Visit www. studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries. Exhibit — “Into the Woods: Art, Craft and Design” will be on display through Sunday, Nov. 30, in the Windows of the World Gallery at the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Gallery hours are 1 to 4:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Call (814) 355-4280 or visit www.bellefonte museum.org. Exhibit — Linda Stein’s “The Fluidity of Gender” will be on display through Sun-

day, Nov. 30, in the HUB Gallery, University Park. Visit www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/ hub/artgalleries. Exhibit — Alice Kelsey’s “BellefonteBridging People and Place” will be on display through Sunday, Nov. 30, in the Sieg Gallery at the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Gallery hours are 1 to 4:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Call (814) 355-4280 or visit www.bellefontemuseum. org. Exhibit — The work of jewelry artist Jennifer Berghage will be on display through Sunday, Nov. 30, in the Jewelry Gallery at the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Gallery hours are 1 to 4:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Call (814) 355-4280 or visit www.bellefontemuseum. org. Exhibit — The works of Iris Black and Marisa Eichman will be on display through Sunday, Nov. 30, in the Tea Room Gallery at the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Gallery hours are 1 to 4:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Call (814) 3554280 or visit www.bellefontemuseum.org. Exhibit — The Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania will display work through Wednesday, Dec. 3, in the second floor gallery at Foxdale Village, 500 E. Marylyn Ave., State College. Gallery hours are weekdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and weekends, noon to 5 p.m. Call (814) 235-5224. Exhibit — The Marcellus Shale Documentary Project will be on display through Sunday, Dec. 14, at the Palmer Museum of Art, University Park. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.palmermuseum.psu.edu. Exhibit — Lanny Sommese’s “Image Maker” will be on display through Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Palmer Museum of Art, University Park. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.palmer museum.psu.edu. Exhibit — Henry Varnum Poor’s “Studies for the Land Grant Frescoes” will be on display through Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Palmer Museum of Art, University Park. Museum hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Visit www.palmermuseum. psu.edu. Exhibit — “Jazz Riffs: Breaking Boundaries and Crossing Borders” will be on display through Sunday, April 12, in the Diversity Studies Room, 203 Pattee Library, University Park.

THURSDAY, NOV. 13

Event — Millbrook Marsh Nature Center will host “Puddle Jumpers” from 9 a.m. to noon at the Centre Region Parks and Recreation, 2643 Gateway Drive, State College. Call (814) 231-3071. Story Time — Preschoolers can enjoy stories and songs at the Thursday story time from 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Story times are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@ mydiscoveryspace.org. Children’s Program — Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 can work on science-themed activities with “Science Adventures” from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200, email info@mydiscoveryspace. org or visit www.mydiscoveryspace.org. Luncheon — The Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority, along with the Centre Region Council of Governments and the Borough of State College, will host an awards luncheon at noon at Celebration Hall, 2280 Commercial Blvd., State College. There will be a photo and interview opportunity with State College Borough Mayor Elizabeth Goreham at 1 p.m. Call (814) 238-7005 or contact aschirf@ centrecountyrecycles.org. Seminar — Research Unplugged will present “Pop! America’s Enduring Love for Popular Music” with Vincent Benitez from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Knitting Club — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will host “Hooks and Needles,” an adult knitting club, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Story Time — Holt Memorial Library will have preschool story time from 2 to 3 p.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Today’s theme is “Turkey Time.” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Children’s Program — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will host its Lego club from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Comic Club — Schlow Centre Region Library will host a comic club for high school students from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the Musser Room, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Family Program — Holt Memorial Library will host “It’s Elementary,” a series of

activities and presentations for elementary school students and their families, from 6 to 7 p.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Tonight’s theme is “Blockheads.” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Embroidery Club — An embroidery club will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sun Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. All skill levels are welcome. Call (814) 237-6236. Class — Mount Nittany Medical Center will host a parents-to-be class from 7 to 8 p.m. at 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. Call (814) 466-7921.

FRIDAY, NOV. 14

Event — Curtin United Methodist Church will host its annual winter coat and clothing giveaway from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 305 Curtin Village Rd, Howard. Call (814) 880-6654 or (814) 355-9588. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Farmers Market — The Downtown State College Farmers Market will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Locust Lane, State College. Visit www.friday. statecollegefarmers.com.

SATURDAY, NOV. 15

Farmers Market — The Bellefonte Farmers Market will take place from 8 a.m. to noon in the parking lot of the Gamble Mill Restaurant, downtown Bellefonte. Visit www.facebook.com/pages/ Bellefonte-Farmers-Market. Event — Curtin United Methodist will host its annual winter coat and clothing giveaway from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 305 Curtin Village Rd, Howard. Call (814) 880-6654, or (814) 355-9588. Craft Show — South Hills School of Business and Technology will host its annual Winter Reflections Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. All of the money from the event will go to the Laura Davis Fund and Relay for Life. Call (814) 234-7755 or visit www.southhills.edu/winter-reflections/. Farmers Market — The Millheim Farmers Market will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Millheim American Legion, 162 W. Main St., Millheim. Visit www.facebook. com/pages/Millheim-Farmers-Market. Farmers Market — The North Atherton Farmers Market will take place from 10 What’s Happening, Page 27

November 13-19, 2014 What’s Happening, from page 26 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Home Depot Parking Lot, 2615 Green Tech Drive, State College. Visit www.nathertonmarket.com. Event — The American Library Association will sponsor the “International Game Day” event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Downsbrough Community Room at the Schlow Centre Region Library, State College. One lucky guest will win a copy of the game “Small World” by Days of Wonder. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Story Time — Schlow Centre Region Library presents “Saturday Stories Alive” at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Activity Room at 211 S. Allen St., State College. The event will be a half hour of stories, fingerplays and hand-on activities. Visit www.schlow library.org. Children’s Activity — The Go Club, for children ages 12 and up, will meet to do arts and crafts and play games from 1:30 to 5 p.m. in the Sun Room at Schlow Centre Region Library, State College. Visit www. schlowlibrary.org. Activity — A chess club for all ages will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Musser Room at Schlow Centre Region Library, State College. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Performance — The For Good Theater Troupe will perform “Big Productions” at 4 p.m. at the Fairmount Auditorium, State College. Games — Snow Shoe EMS will host bingo at 7 p.m. at 492 W. Sycamore St., Snow Shoe. Doors open at 5 p.m. Event — A public dance will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. at Turbotville Community Hall, Turbotville. Food will be available at 5:30 p.m. Call (570) 412-8087.

SUNDAY, NOV. 16

Children’s Activity — The Schlow Centre Region Library will host “Gobble Up a Good Book” from 2 to 4 p.m. at 211 S. Allen St., State College. Give thanks for reading with leaf wreaths, turkey puppets and more. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Performance — The Allegria Ensemble Trio, featuring flutist Cathy Herrera, violinist Debbie Trudeau and cellist Jonathan Dexter, will perform at 3 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive Extension, State College. Call (814) 237-7605, or visit www.uufcc.com. Performance — Passafire will perform with The Hip Abduction and the Perkolators at 7 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www. thestatetheatre.org for tickets. Event — “Season of Promise,” presented by PSU Hospitality Management Studios, will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. at Levels Night Club, 420 E. College Ave., State College. Call (814) 933-6581 or visit www.pencils-of-promise.ticketleap.com/ season-of-promise.

MONDAY, NOV. 17

Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have toddler story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Turkey.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Story Time — The Centre Hall Branch Library will have preschool story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Today’s theme is “Using Our Manners.” Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www. centrecountylibrary.org. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Class — Attend a creative art and journaling class at 6 p.m. at Kalina’s Studio in Indigo Wren’s Nest Wellness Center, 111 S. Spring St., Suite 8, Bellefonte. Create mixed-media art while honing your creative writing, painting and other artistic skills. Knitting Club — Holt Memorial Library will host “Knit Wits,” for beginner, experienced or intermediate knitters, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centre countylibrary.org. Knitting Club — A knitting club will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sun Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. All skill levels are welcome. Call (814) 237-6236, or contact refdesk@schlowlibrary.com. Bingo — The State College Knights of Columbus will host bingo at 7 p.m. at 850 Stratford Drive, State College. Film — The State Theatre presents “Hollywood’s Golden Age” with a showing of “The Godfather” at 7 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College.

The Centre County Gazette Visit www.thestatetheatre.org for tickets. Event — “The First Step of Starting a Business” event will take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 262 Willard Building, University Park.

TUESDAY, NOV. 18

Event — Millbrook Marsh Nature Center will host “Puddle Jumpers” from 9 a.m. to noon at the Centre Region Parks and Recreation, 2643 Gateway Drive, State College. Call (814) 231-3071. Seniors Hiking Group — Enjoy a moderate hike in the great outdoors at 9 a.m. at various locations in and around State College. The hikes are free except for car pool donations. To register, call (814) 231-3076 or visit www.crpr.org. Coffee Time — Bring a friend and savor that second cup of coffee and conversation from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, Howard United Methodist Church, West Main St., Howard. Breakfast — The Women’s Welcome Club will be offering breakfast items, coffee and tea from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Oakwood Presbyterian Church, 1865 Waddle Road, State College. Event — National Memory Screening Day, an initiative of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Foxdale Village Retirement Community, 500 E. Marylyn Ave., State College. Call (814) 272-2146. Children’s Program — Holt Memorial Library will host “Mother Goose On the Loose,” a program for children up to age 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Through rhythms, rhymes, music and interaction between baby and adult, this program will help in the development of both pre-reading and social skills. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Farmers Market — The Tuesday State College Farmers Market will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Locust Lane, State College. Visit www.tuesday. statecollegefarmers.com. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have preschool story time from 1:30 to 2 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Turkey.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Children’s Program — The Centre Hall Branch Library will host a program for home-schooled students in grades one through five from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. This month’s theme is “Read Across America.” Call (814) 3642580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Farmers Market — The Boalsburg Farmers Market will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Military Museum, 51 Boal Ave., Boalsburg. Visit www. boalsburgfarmersmarket.com. Yoga Class — Howard United Methodist Church will host a gentle yoga class from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and a basic yoga class from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Fellowship Hall, 144 E. Main St., Howard. Call (814) 6252852 or contact kathieb1@comcast.net. Meeting — Centre County Government Planning will host a commission meeting at 6 p.m. at the Willowbank Building, 420 Holmes St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-6791. Book Club — The Mother and Daughter Book Club will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Children’s Activity Room at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. The book to be discussed this month is “Where the Mountain Meets the Moon” by Grace Lin. Call the Children’s Department at (814) 235-7817 to register. Event — The “Competitive, Mobile, Search Engine Friendly with Social Media Connection” event will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at 158 Willard Building, University Park. Event — The “Research to Start-Up” event, for faculty and researchers, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 262 Willard Building, University Park. Book Club — Join the evening book club from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Sun Room at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. The book to be discussed this month is “The Signature of All Things” by Elizabeth Gilbert. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Nittany Residence, 301 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Model Railroad Club — Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets at 7 p.m. at Old Gregg School Community and Recreation Center, Room No. 1A, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call Fred at (814) 422-7667. Class — Mount Nittany Health will host “A Joint Venture,” a free class on hip and knee replacements, from 7 to 8 p.m. in

Conference Room 1, 2 or 3 through Entrance A at 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Contact Val Coakley at vcoakley@mount nittany.org or (814) 278-4810.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19

Children’s Activity — “Toddler Learning Centre,” where children ages 18 months to 3 can play while parents talk, will take place at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. in the Downsbrough Community Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Registration is required. For more information, contact the Children’s Department at (814) 235-7817. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have baby book time from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Book themes will vary throughout November. Call (814) 3551516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have preschool story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Turkey.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Children’s Program — Children ages 6 months to 2 can explore science through books and movement during “Baby Explorers” from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200, email info@ mydiscoveryspace.org or visit www.my discoveryspace.org. Story Time — Holt Memorial Library will have preschool story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Today’s theme is “Feeling Blessed.” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Volunteering — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Program — Join family outreach specialist Connie Schulz for “Tuning In to Kids: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Children” from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org.

Page 27 Grief Support Group — Home Nursing Agency will host a grief support group from 2 to 3 p.m. at its Centre County office, 450 Windmere Drive, Suite 100, State College. Facilitated by hospice social workers Betsy Brett and Lisa Cowan, this support group is open to all members of the community grieving the loss of a loved one. For more information, call (814) 237-1404. Farmers Market — The Lemont Farmers Market will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. at 133 Mt. Nittany Road, Lemont. Visit www.lemontvillage.org/home/lemontfarmers-market. Children’s Program — The Centre Hall Branch Library will host its Lego club from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. at 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 3642580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Program — Enjoy a night of favorite games from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Sun Room at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. All ages are welcome. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org for a complete list of games that will be available. Zumba — New Hope United Methodist Church will sponsor a free Zumba class at 6 p.m. at the church, 1089 E. College Ave., Bellefonte. Call Amanda at (814) 321-4528. Event — “The Second Step of Starting a Business: Writing a Business Plan,” sponsored by SPE Federal Credit Union, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 262 Willard Building, University Park. Event — “Crowd Funding,” sponsored by Morgan, Lewis and Bockius LLP, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 262 Willard Building, University Park. Event — “U.S. Banking,” sponsored by Citizens Bank, will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 158 Willard Building, University Park. Book Discussion Group — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will host an evening book discussion group from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. This month’s book is “The Bean Trees” by Barbara Kingsolver. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Group Meeting — Celebrate Recovery will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Christ Community Church, 200 Ellis Place, State College. The group uses the “Eight Recovery Principles” with a 12-step approach to help members cope with life’s troubles. For more information, visit www.cccsc.org or call (814) 234-0711. — Compiled by Gazette staff

Page 28

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

PUZZLES CLUES ACROSS 1. Sun up in New York

47. Showed the way

22. Rainbow effect (abbr.)

24. East by north

CLUES DOWN

25. Long time

4. Ghana monetary unit

25. Ambulance initials

8. Japan’s 1st capital

26. East northeast

10. The evil Agagite

28. I.M.___, architect

3. Bullets that leave a trail

11. Burn the surface 12. Win the auction

29. Anti-vaccine actress activist

4. Language of Andora

13. Hollyhock genus

36. Adult male swan

5. Distinctive badge

15. With respect to an axis

37. Vietnamese offensive

6. Issued each day

16. Comportments

38. Silver salmon

17. Secret agent

39. Building fronts

9. Special event venue

18. Pastureland

41. W. Austrian province

10. A Chinese Moslem

34. Family Upupidae bird

42. Washed with a solvent

12. Relating to atomic #8

35. Made barking sounds

43. Nomadic Sami people

14. Signing

36. 1994 US wiretapping law

44. Restore

17. Patti Hearst’s captors

27. A buck’s mate

19. Square, rectangle or rhombus

Fun By The Numbers Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Sudoku #1

23. Arab outer garment

Sudoku #2

45. Allegheny plum 46. US bridge engineer James

1. Settle in tents 2. Tuberous Mexican flowers

26. Treaty of Rome creation 27. Deliberates 28. Payment (abbr.) 29. Merry temperament 30. Affirmative

7. __ 500, car race

31. Public presentation 32. Stirs up sediment 33. One in bondage

15. Military mailbox

39. A companion (archaic) 40. Morning moisture

20. Kvetched 21. East by south

PUZZLE #1 SOLUTION PUZZLE #2 SOLUTION

WOULD YOU LIKE A MAILED SUBSCRIPTION TO THE CLIP OUT THE FORM AND MAIL IT WITH YOUR PAYMENT TO THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE

GAZETTE? THE CENTRE COUNTY

q 1 year ...... $144 q 6 mo. ......... $72

ACORN

FAMILY

NOVEMBER

APPLES

FEAST

OVEN

PLEASE PRINT NEATLY

AUTUMN

FOOTBALL

PECAN

Name:________________________________________________________________________

BAKE

GIBLETS

PIES

BREAD

GRATITUDE

PUMPKIN

CASSEROLE

HARVEST

RECIPE

CENTERPIECE

HOLIDAY

ROAST

COLONISTS

LEAVES

SETTLERS

CORN

LEFTOVERS

STUFFING

CRANBERRY

MAYFLOWER

THANKFUL

DESSERT

MEAL

TURKEY

DRUMSTICK

NATIVE

YAMS

Address:______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Phone #: (

)_______________________

Cell Phone #: (

)_______________________

Credit Card Type:_________________ Credit Card #:_________________________________ Credit Card Expiration Date: ______________Security Code #:_________________________ Signature: _____________________________________________________________________ PAPERS WILL BE MAILED OUT NO LATER THAN THE FRIDAY AFTER THE ISSUE DATE.

CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE • 403 S. ALLEN ST. • STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801 www.centrecountygazette.com

buSIneSS

november 13-19, 2014

Page 29

PSU student to share business innovation story By DANE VANOVER Special to the Gazette

UNIVERSITY PARK — Inspiration can strike any time or place. Taylor Mitcham, a senior in mining engineering, was not looking to start a business last winter. Her car needed a wash, but as a busy college student she didn’t want to waste time sitting in a tunnel car wash. However, she didn’t have a hose at her apartment to clean it herself. She became determined to find a more cost- and time-efficient way to clean her car. Mitcham knew about waterless carwashes from living in Los Angeles and decided to test the concept out for herself in State College. She ordered samples of different waterless carwash solutions and when she found one that didn’t freeze in the cold State College winter, she tried it on her car. “I was about halfway done and seeing some really good results when I paused and thought, ‘Man, I wish someone could just come here and do this for me,’” said Mitcham. The idea was simple. By using only the biodegradable car wash solution and some microfiber cloths, Mitcham could provide clients with an affordable, scratch-free wash and wax for their vehicles wherever they were parked. The business would save her customers time and save the environment from the chemical runoff and wasted water of a traditional car wash. In March, Mitcham took her idea for the Simple Car Wash to the free consulting

hours offered by Penn State’s Small Business Development Center and the Nittany Consulting Group to get opinions on the feasibility of her business idea. “I thought Taylor’s idea was great,” said Linda Feltman, SBDC senior business consultant for student entrepreneurship. “She saw a need and figured out how to solve a problem in a way that works for a tangible, hands-on business.” Encouraged, Mitcham began working with the SBDC toward launching her business. She credits the SBDC with helping her figure out problems about additional licenses, tax information and whether to hire people as independent contractors or actual employees. The SBDC also connected Mitcham with local businesses and organizations such as ClearWater Conservancy to benefit from Simple Car Wash’s “Operation 1 for 100” initiative, where for every 100 gallons of water saved by her waterless car washes, Mitcham will donate a dollar to a partnered cause. “I created ‘Operation 1 for 100’ because I wanted to become more a part of the Centre County community, not just as a business but also as a citizen. It’s good to give back,” said Mitcham. Mitcham is working with Happy Valley Communications and a marketing class in the Smeal College of Business to promote her services to students and she’ll partner with more members of the community for fundraising events. She might even license out her brand, as she has already been contacted by businesses and individuals along the East Coast who are interested in

PSU plans patent auction By DAVID PACCHIOLI

using the Simple Car Wash name and logo for their own waterless carwashes. During Global Entrepreneurship Week at Penn State, Mitcham will share her story of innovation and motivation at the Stu-

dent Entrepreneurship Panel Discussion at 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 17, in Carnegie Building Auditorium. Seating is limited. For more information, contact the SBDC at (814) 863-4293.

TURN YOUR

” ! h a D a-

“TO DO” INTO

Special to the Gazette

UNIVERSITY PARK — For the second time this year, Penn State plans to auction some of its U.S. patents online. Winning bidders will get licensing rights to patents derived from faculty research in a broad range of technical fields. The first auction, held in April and believed to be the first of its kind in the nation conducted directly by a university, was not a huge financial success — only two patents were licensed out of 73 on offer. It was nonetheless judged successful by other important measures. “The auction has spawned many ongoing conversations with companies that hadn’t known about our IP portfolio before,” said Don Mothersbaugh, senior technology specialist at Penn State’s Office of Technology Management. “It’s a good way to let these companies know what we have to offer and vice versa.” Of equal importance, the auction’s results have given the university a better understanding of the value of the patents it continues to hold. Over the last 10 years, an average of 40 U.S. patents per year have been issued to the Penn State Research Foundation, Penn State’s technology transfer agent. Roughly half of these patents have been licensed right away to companies with the interest, ability and resources to commercialize them. The rest sit on the proverbial shelf. “Just like every other research university, Penn State owns hundreds of U.S. patents that are not licensed despite everyone’s best efforts,” said Ron Huss, associate vice president for research and technology transfer. Keeping these patents protected requires paying maintenance fees. “The patent auction is a final attempt to capture value from some of our older unlicensed patents, and put them into the hands of companies that can use them at a favorable price,” Huss said. The university has discontinued payment of maintenance fees on those patents not licensed in the April auction, he said, and by doing so will save more than

Submitted photo

TAYLOR MITCHAM demonstrates her waterless car wash system with a buff and shine.

Submitted photo

DURING THE LAST 10 years, an average of 40 U.S. patents per year have been issued to the Penn State Research Foundation, Penn State’s technology transfer agent. $300,000. “That money can be redirected toward protecting the next generation of Penn State inventions.” Unlike the first installment, which was limited to engineering patents, the second auction will include patents from the fields of materials, chemistry, human health, agriculture, biotechnology, engineering and information sciences. In all, 112 patents will be included. The auction is set to begin at 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, and continue through 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. Interested parties may view available patents, create an account and register for the auction at http://patents.psu.edu/. The auction is being offered to the global market and is not restricted to parties in any particular geographic region. Required bid minimums will be as low as $5,000, and the winning bidder will get exclusive rights, and be required to enter into a licensing agreement with the Penn State Research Foundation. “The success of this auction will be defined as more than what’s licensed,” Mothersbaugh said. “We’re gaining knowledge every time we do this to make better decisions with our IP.” “After this one, we will regroup, assess, and then we’ll probably do this once a year,” Huss said. “The feedback we’ve received from our faculty researchers has been overwhelmingly positive.”

Follow us on Twitter! @centrecogazette

T “ HOME EQUITY 60 Months as low as

LOANS

84 Months 120 Months as low as as low as

3 4 5 %

APR*

%

APR*

%

APR*

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rates are dependent on your credit score and the loan term. Above rates require the best credit score. Must borrow $5000 additional money or a $500 fee applies to refinance a current Penn State Federal Home Equity Loan. No other discounts apply. Loan-to-value may not exceed 80%. $100 Appraisal Fee will apply. A 60 month loan at 3.00% APR* would have monthly payments of $17.97 per $1,000 borrowed. An 84 month loan at 4.00% APR* would have monthly payments of $13.67 per $1,000 borrowed. A 120 month loan would have monthly payments of $10.61 per $1,000 borrowed. See Rate & Fee Schedule for rate details. Expires on December 31, 2014. Rates subject to change at any time. All other standard home equity loan conditions apply. Membership eligibility required. Penn State Federal is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. Penn State Federal is an Equal Opportunity Lender. Penn State Federal is an Equal Housing Lender.

Page 30

Make sure DIY is good return on investment By DAVID M. MASTOVICH The do-it-yourself movement is part of our culture. The DIY channel focuses on do-it-yourself projects at home. In the workplace, saving money by doing tasks “in house” is appealing. Employees think they can score points and increase job security by showing how they reduced costs with their own DIY activities. When it comes to marketing, public relations, communications and selling, many companies subscribe to the do-it-yourself approach by: ■ Having “creative” work attempted by in-house staff who are not creative professionals. ■ Failing to augment internal sales training and coaching with outside expertise. ■ Thinking that writing and sending a press release is doing PR. ■ Lacking the confidence to have others involved in developing strategic goals and initiatives. ■ Ignoring market research by thinking they already know what they need to know. But how much are you really saving? What are the costs of doing it yourself?

“YOUR TIME” COST

Decision makers often don’t accurately assess the value of their team’s time. While these are costs incurred anyway, that time could be spent elsewhere. Estimate the time you and your team will spend on the DIY project and put a real dollar value on it. Your DIY out-of-pocket savings might not match the value of your team’s time.

“OPPORTUNITY” COST

You don’t have the experience and talent of the experts, so it will take you longer to finish the work. The more time it takes to complete a project, the more the value of that activity is reduced. Your competition might be first to market and exploit an opportunity.

“QUALITY” COST

Unfortunately, the end result of DIY activities is often a lower-quality outcome. Think of what you and your company do. When your prospective clients follow the DIY approach, is their quality as good as yours? David M. Mastovich is president of MASSolutions Inc. For more information, visit www.masssolutions.biz.

The CenTre CounTy gazeTTe

november 13-19, 2014

DEED TRANSFERS The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by the Centre County recorder of deeds, Joseph Davidson. The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, the Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information.

RECORDED OCT. 13- 17, 2014 BELLEFONTE BOROUGH

Maria Agresti to Jennifer L. Gomez, 452 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, $179,500. Lance A. King and Ashley R. King to Eric L. Snyder and Rebecca C. Reigle, 719 W. Lamb St., Bellefonte, $156,000. Joseph M. Kucas estate, Mary Ann & Kucas executrix and Mary Knapik to Middle Farm Partnership, 911 E. High St., Bellefonte, $148,000. Parkview Heights Associates and Pinehurst Homes Inc. to David George Miller and Linda Kay Miller, Fox Meadow Circle, Bellefonte, $310,080.

BENNER TOWNSHIP

Amberleigh LP to Creekside Partners LLC, 137 Barrington Lane, Bellefonte, $10. James R. Millinder, Christine M. Millinder and Christine M. Soster to Benjamin Edward Nelson, 270 Millgate Road, Bellefonte, $249,900.

BOGGS TOWNSHIP

Richard A. Johnson and Susan L. Johnson to Daniel C. Johnson and Emily K. Johnson, 375 Johnson Hill Road, Bellefonte, $1. Martin A. Rawhouser to Charles W. Mitchell and Kristin A. Mitchell, Bullit Run Road, Howard, $90,000. La Rue Smith and Larue Smith to David A. Smith, Janis E. Smith, Daniel L. Miller and Darla K. Miller, 250 Reese Road, Bellefonte, $1. Robert A. Thompson to Robert A. Thompson, Katelyn K. Thompson and Dustin R. Thompson, 251 Tracy Dale Road, Bellefonte, $1.

CENTRE HALL BOROUGH

Jody L. Crow by sheriff and Bobbi J. Crow by sheriff to Freedom Mortgage Corporation, 130 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall, $6,965.08.

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP

Michael E. Fogelsanger and Andrea H. Fogelsanger to Andrew R. Bricker and Kristi M. Bricker, 222 Creekside Drive, State College, $174,900. Hubert S. Sharpe Jr. to Hubert S. Sharpe Jr. and Thomas J. Baddick, 2448 Lexington Circle, State College, $1. D. Michael Taylor and Susan C. Taylor to Mikael B. Ahlgren, 937 Greenbriar Drive,

State College, $820,000.

Old School Millheim LLC, PO Box 205, Millheim, $100,000.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP

Michael B. Berkman to George R. Milner and Claire M. Milner, 1337 E. Park Hills Ave., State College, $315,350. Joseph J. Cor and Rosanne M. Patchel to Andrew A. Evick and Ashley N. Evick, 2363 W. Gatesburg Road, Warriors Mark, $357,000. Ferguson Square Associates to Kevin L. Michael and Regina B. Michael, 400 Long Lane, Pennsylvania Furnace, $237,600. S & A Homes Inc. to Baisheng Zheng and Yan Chen, 2467 Saratoga Drive, State College, $391,847.

GREGG TOWNSHIP

Dona E. Martinec by agent and Joseph Martinec by agent to Scott E. Seitz and Lori A. Seitz, Blue Ball Road, Spring Mills, $75,000.

HARRIS TOWNSHIP

Stephen D. Hogan and Katrina Hogan to Roderick Scott Thomas and Lorella Greaser Thomas, Shallowtail Lane, Boalsburg, $140,000. Larry B. Sharer and Janet S. Sharer to Jaol Properties, 2296 Boal Ave., Boalsburg, $160,000. Paul V. Suhey and Carolyn B. Suhey to CP3 Properties LLC, 374 W. Crestview Ave., Boalsburg, $1.

HOWARD BOROUGH

KSB Real Estate LLC to Tracy Lynn McDonald and Dustin Chaffin, 477 Walnut St., Howard, $180,000.

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP

Doris E. Ripka, Carol A. Lukatch, John Lukatch, Barbara A. Brautigam, Barbara A. Brautigam and George Brautigam to Doris E. Ripka, Carol A. Lukatch and Barbara A. Brautigam, 1076 Schencks Grove Road, Howard, $1. Cynthia A. Stonerook and Daniel H. Stonerook to James S. Stonerook and Brenda K. Stonerook, 208 Eagleville Road, Blanchard, $1.

MILES TOWNSHIP

Irvin Good, Elmer Good, Francis Mumar, Francis Groff, Frances Groff, Lois Zook, Nancy Good, Nancy Ressler, Florence Good, Florence Sommers, Lewis Good and David Good Jr. to Irvin Good, Frances Groff, Lois Zook, Nancy Ressler, Florence Sommers, Lewis Good and David Good Jr., 19 Locust Lane, Leola, $1.

MILLHEIM BOROUGH

Robert L. Haney and Susan K. Haney to Susan K. Haney, 153 W. Main St., Millheim, $1. North Street School Associates LLC to

BUSINESS SERVICES DIRECTORY Newman Chiropractic Clinic Cleaver Tree Service Mark A. Newman, DC 814 Willowbank St. Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-4889

Got Wood? We Do! (call for pricing)

Aaron Cleaver 814-883-6375 • Howard, PA

We buy junk cars, trucks & scrap metals 1806 Zion Rd. Bellefonte

814-355-3974

814-355-3974

Dog Treats!

Many varieties of dog food including: • California Natural • Innova Food • Eukanuba • Iams

• Royal Canin • Nutri Source • EVO • And More!

WE SELL 2014 DOG LICENSES! Serving Centre County for 50 Years www.lyonskennels.com PA 078879

Jack’s

LYONS SALVAGE LLC.

1826 Zion Road • Bellefonte, PA • 10 Minutes from State College

Pet Food Too!

• Firewood • Select Cut Logging • Pruning • Removal • Lot Clearing • Storm Damage

AUTO REPAIR

Pa. State & emiSSionS inSPectionS 116 N. Thomas sT. • Bellefonte, PA 16823

814.357.2305

Russell J. Rossman Jr., Susan I. Rossman and Ronald J. Rossman to 388th Group LLC, 430 Park Lane, State College, $220,000. Susan C. Trainor to Sampurna Sattar, 1229 Ghaner Road, Port Matilda, $128,000. Neil Wallace to Paul V. Suhey and Carolyn B. Suhey, 1336 Deerbrook Drive, Port Matilda, $1.

PENN TOWNSHIP

Robert L. Haney and Susan K. Haney to Robert L. Haney, 424 Long Lane, Coburn, $1.

PHILIPSBURG BOROUGH

Rebecca Reese, Rebecca L. Reese and Robert A. Reese to Rebecca L. Reese and Robert A. Reese, 125 N. 11th St., Philipsburg, $1.

PORT MATILDA BOROUGH

Michael L. Eckenroth to Norbert J. Baier III, 305 N. High St., Port Matilda, $125,000.

POTTER TOWNSHIP

Michael R. Dunklebarger and Jacqueline K. Dunklebarger to Mountain Living Revocable Trust, Michael R. Dunklebarger trustee and Jacqueline K. Dunklebarger trustee, 127 Slack Lane, Centre Hall, $1. Sharon M. Holzwarth to Aaron B. Snyder, Jennifer Snyder, Wayne W. Snyder and Wendy G. Snyder, Spring Mills, $157,500. RT 45 Sales & Service Inc. to Julie A. Smith, 3366 Penns Valley Pike, Spring Mills, $300,000.

RUSH TOWNSHIP

Christopher J. Myers by sheriff and Dana M. Myers by sheriff to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, 2682 Black Moshannon Road, Philipsburg, $5,586.35. Rebecca Young and Bryan Young to Robert A. Reese and Rebecca L. Reese, 114 Loch Lomond Road, Philipsburg, $1.

SNOW SHOW BOROUGH

Mary Ann Mangino estate and John R. Mangino executor to John R. Mangino, 105 S. Moshannon Ave., Snow Shoe, $1.

SPRING TOWNSHIP

Michael F. Allen and Susan D. Allen to Garrett A. Beaver and Heather E. Krug, 465 S. Main St., Pleasant Gap, $142,000. David E. Glunt by sheriff, Rhonda D. Struble by sheriff and Rhonda D. Glunt by sheriff to Beneficial Cons Disc Company and Beneficial Mortgage Company of Pennsylvania, 119 Melanie Lane, Bellefonte, $4,753.68. Koltay Homes Inc. to Lester E. McClellan and Marie S. McClellan, 176 Rosewood Cove, Bellefonte, $215,000.

STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH

Free and Fair Estimates • Fully Insured

Boarding & Grooming

PATTON TOWNSHIP

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

Your ad could be here. Call (814) 238-5051 sales@centre countygazette.com

Michael Masood Arjmand estate, James & Arjmand administrator, Monica Mitra & Arjmand per-representative, Mitra Zhaleh & Snipes per-representative, Wallace C. Snipes and Monica Z. & Snipes per-representative to Anamaria Gomez-Rodas, 736 Southgate Drive, State College, $128,000. Thomas F. Coombs to Thomas F. Coombs and Kristen E. Coombs, 1126 S. Pugh St., State College, $1. Terry L. Kordes and Roma Y. Kordes to Charles R. Dawson, 500 E. College Ave., State College, $205,000. Daniel Walden estate and Moss C. Walden executor to Bao Ming Li and Kecheng Zheng, 1262 Smithfield St., State College, $189,500.

WALKER TOWNSHIP

Daniel P. Eckenrode and Sharon K. Kalajainen to Kyle S. Bennett, 632 Nilson Road, Bellefonte, $120,000. Michael R. Lorenz to Michael R. Lorenz, Milo Lane, Howard, $1. Michael R. Lorenz to Michael R. Lorenz, Milo Lane, Howard, $1. Michael R. Lorenz to Michael R. Lorenz, 365 Milo Lane, Howard, $1. Gregory P. Lute to Lonnie L. Thomas, 139 Deitrich Road, Bellefonte, $189,900. Anthony J. Pighetti to Christine M. Millinder and James R. Millinder, 303 Pebble Lane, Bellefonte, $137,900.

WORTH TOWNSHIP

Bonnie K. Bowers to Bonnie K Bowers, Gary L. Bailey and Connie S. Bailey, 636 Reese Hollow Road, Port Matilda, $1. — Compiled by Gazette staff

November 13-19, 2014

The Centre County Gazette

FREE

ACTION ADS

#4.125 12-354"51225*.3'05"4,501235'-0.5%3 -/+3,5 5 -0.5 1 35&,*$354"5*.3'5"4,501235*/51+ 5 -/5-&5.45 52*/305"4,5 5!33 05 5 # 5 # 5 #! $ ! # $ # ! $ " $ ! ! $ # # # ! ! ! #$ ! # $ # $ $ # "" $ ! $# $ " $# # $ "$" # $ " $" $ " " $!

012

015

Special Notices

FLUTE INSTRUCTOR ACCEPTING STUDENTS I have 35 years of teaching and performing experience, and I have taught flutists of all levels including flute majors at PSU. Currently perform with PA Centre Orchestra and Nittany Valley Symphony. Call for fees/ schedules. 814‑234‑3716

031

Unfurnished Apartments

2 BR ‑ DEN NOV 1 ‑ $850 Negotiable Lease Term Quiet building recently remodeled 2 bed room and den apartment. North Atherton area, near Champs, Walmart. 145 Suburban Ave State College 16803 Call 610‑299‑9897

035

Houses For Rent

4 BEDROOM home in a private county setting for rent. This large beautifully decorated home includes 3 bath‑ rooms, a separate din‑ ing room with French doors to a spacious deck, an office/den area, a fully equipped eat‑in kitchen and a full basement for storage. The propane fireplace will make it nice and cozy this winter. $1521/month. Sorry, no pets. Call today for your personal showing. Property Management Inc, 317 E. Beaver Ave. (814) 278‑7700

REAL ESTATE PACKAGE

/3524$125$122)5 /3524!5$40.)

OVER 37 MILLION JOB SEEKERS! 45.45!!!) ( 4% 4//3 *4/)$4' 4,5$1225 )

Houses For Sale

RENT TO OWN We can arrange “Rent To Own� on any property for sale by any broker, owner, bank or others. NEW HORIZONS REAL ESTATE CO. 814-355-8500

036

Duplex For Rent

DUPLEX This cute 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath duplex is located just minutes from downtown in a secluded country setting. There is a large deck off the eat‑in kitchen which is fully equipped. A basement provides extra storage for those off‑season items. $1039.00/month 317 E Beaver Avenue State College, 16801 814‑278‑7700

037

GAZETTE

1225%(5 44/ 4/+1(5.45,-/ # -,0+1()5 2251+0 '-0.5%35&,3 &1*+)

THE CENTRE COUNTY

Phone 814-238-5051 classifieds@centrecountygazette.com

Townhouses For Rent

036

5 33 0 5 */30 5 4.4 "

76

$

Duplex For Rent

THIS cute 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath duplex is lo‑ cated just minutes from downtown in a se‑ cluded country setting. There is a large deck off the eat‑in kitchen which is fully equipped. A basement provides ex‑ tra storage for those off‑season items. $1039/month. Sorry, no pets. Call today to check it out. Property Management Inc., 317 E. Beaver Ave. (814) 278‑7700

077

Cleaning Services

DIRTBUSTERS CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Dirtbusters Professional Carpet Cleaners FAMILY OWNED FOR 24 YEARS (814) 696‑1601

3 BR / 2.5 BA / 1 Car Garage Upscale Community $1,295 / Offer Gorgeous Homecoming Ridge 3br/2.5ba luxury townhouse. 1,500 sqft floor plan includes 2nd floor master w/walk‑in closet & private bath, 3 covered patios, upgraded kitchen & laundry. Large storage areas inside and a storage unit outside. Located on blue line ‑ lease includes cable, water, sewer, trash ‑ pool & gym use. Avail NOV 1 for as little as six‑month premium lease. Price is listed for annual lease, discount is available for 18‑mo, or 24‑mo lease. Send email with name, email, telephone number to schedule a showing. This commu‑ nity will not allow for undergraduate students unfortunately. 122c Alma Mater Court State College 16803 (717) 877‑6950

2014 Specials are as follows: 1‑rm $40.00 2‑rooms of carpet cleaning $59.90 2‑rooms/steps/hall $89.95 5‑area special $139.95 Call for and work guarantee.

062

Work Wanted

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Fast, economical, quality work. Flyers, resumes, brochures, letterheads, business cards, labels, ads, forms, certificates, posters, newsletters, catalogs, book/jacket designs, logos, menus, programs, invitations. CALLS ONLY, NO EMAIL Call: 814‑237‑2024

Diesel Repair Technology Instructor START A FABULOUS NEW CAREER WITH GREAT BENEFITS IN PA’S MOST ADVANCED FACILITY

Full-time position available immediately teaching adult students. 5 yrs of work exp with heavy equipment and commercial vehicle repair and computer exp is req’d. AS Degree or higher preferred. Send letter of interest and resume to Director of Adult Education, Central PA Institute of Science and Technology, 540 N. Harrison Road, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823. Clearances required from successful applicant. Posting is open until position is filled. EOE.

www.cpi.edu

HOUSES FOR SALE

COUNTRY 5 min. from town. This 3 bdrn home sits on 1/2 acre with open living room, dining room, and kitchen. Three car garage. Bellefonte area. Asking $250,000 firm. Ph. 814.222.3331.

061

Help Wanted

Seasonal CDL Driver needed in the Bellefonte area immediately. Responsible for delivering bulk fuel products to commercial business and residences. Individual must comply with all DOT, company, and safety policies, procedures and practices. Must hold a current class A or B CDL license with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements. Competitive wage. Please email resume to vlh@ jjpowell.com JJ Powell is a drug free EOE.

077

Cleaning Services

Cleaning Services

HOLT CLEANING SERVICES $50 off! We specialize in residential / commercial cleanings. Fully Insured. Very Satisfied Customers. Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly. Move in/out Cleanings. Call today to receive $50 OFF of a monthly cleaning bill, when you sign up for a 12 month cleaning contract. (814) 880‑5094

CLASSIFIED helpline: More details equal faster reader response and better results for you. We can help you write a “bestseller� advertisement. Call us today.

085

Special Services

22 Years of Service!!

Cleaning By Patsy offers quality cleaning services tailored to your needs. Home, businesses & rental properties cleaned weekly, bi‑ monthly, monthly, or one‑time cleaning. Holidays, event preparations & house closings available as well. All supplies & equipment are included with services. Call for more informa‑ tion and to schedule a free estimate today! Phone: (814) 404‑7033 Service areas: Boalsburg/Colyer Lake/ State College.

CLEANING SERVICE House / Apt or Ironing / Laundry Service Reasonable Rates (814) 308‑3098 State College Area

Will dog sit in my home on weekends and holidays only, State College, Pine Grove, Mills, PA Furnace area. Pet friendly environment. Leashed walks 2‑3 times a day, access to fenced in area. Supervised play time. Reasonable rates. Call 814‑234‑4985.

NEED A PLUMBER!

Repairs, Additions and Remodels. No job to small. give us a call. DNP Plumbing, (814) 632‑5619 or (717) 679‑ 5896 Reasonable rates.

TRUE HANDYMAN SERVICES No job too small!

Leaf Blowing, Snow Blowing, Driveway Sealing, Fall Cleaning, Painting, Electrical/Lighting, Carpentry, Plumbing, Flooring, Trim, Remodels, Tile, Landscape, Mulch

814-360-6860 PA104644

090 CLEANING SERVICE Seeking Homes. Seeking homes to clean in the State College Area. I have references available. jennifer.garito@ gmail.com call or text 814‑592‑2564

085

Special Services

COMPUTER REPAIR Over 14 years of experience in repairing desktops, servers and laptops. I can easily remove viruses, spyware, and malware and get your PC back to top form. Please email Mike mjn10@psu.edu for all of your computing or networking needs.

Join one of the fastest growing fields. Have a job that’s in demand. Become a caregiver. We are currently looking for caring and dedicated people to provide help to local elderly in their own homes. Find out if this is the right career for you! Home Instead Senior Care 238-8829 EOE www.homeinstead.com/centralpa

095

Clothing

NECK TIES: dozens of men’s silk neck ties. like new. $1.00 ea Call (814) 466‑7235

Celebrating

Some ads featured on statecollege.com

077

Page 31

097

Fuel & Firewood

FIREWOOD FOR SALE! BARKLESS OAK $175.00 for approx. 1 cord. $325.00 for full trailer load. (approx 2 cords) Cut to 18 inch standard size. Can be cut to any size additional fee may apply. FREE DELIVERY Within 15 miles of Centre Hall CALL (814) 364‑2007

WALKS FIREWOOD & LAWN CARE Seasoned, Barkless, Oak Firewood. Cut to your length, Split, & Delivered. We sell our firewood year round. Dont hesitate to call. Call Now Matthew R.Walk (814) 937‑3206

STAV BARREL: small $20. Call (814) 486‑3262

PROPANE: low commer‑ cial pricing. Free tank change out. Call (814) 548‑6283

091

100

AUCTION

11/21 & 11/22, St. Mary’s, PA. Commercial Bldg, Inventory & 2 Homes. Higgenbotham Auctioneers Int’l Ltd. Inc., ME Higgenbotham AU003823‑R, Matthew Hurley RB062842C, 10% BP. 800‑257‑4161, Higgenbotham.com

Household Goods

3 PIECE SOFA set, white, black & brown plaid, very clean, non smokers. $500. Call (717) 856‑2024 CEDAR lined wardrobe: from the 1930’s. $350. Call (814) 692‑4657 CHEST OF DRAWERS: 4 drawers, blonde wood, contemporary style. $250. Call (703) 608‑3216

NIGHT STAND: 1 drawer & shelf, blonde wood, contemporary style. $200. Call (703) 608‑3216

• Competitive pay, including mileage reimbursement • Paid time off for Full-Time and retirement plan available. • Paid on-the-job training. No experience required!

KENMORE elite washer: front loading, automatic, white, 26 1/4� w x 38 15/16� h x 30 1/3� d. $500. Call (703) 608‑3216

102

PEDIATRIC HOME CONNECTION LPNS Full-Time, Part-Time, and Casual Openings! Various shifts for Centre County & surrounding areas. • Competitive pay, including mileage reimbursement • Paid time off for Part-Time & Full Time Employees • Retirement plan available. Pediatric Home Connection nurses are speciallytrained to support and care for children who are technology-dependent or medically fragile. Interested candidates can visit our website at www.homenursingagency.com to complete an on-line application. Please note that when selecting the apply option, you will be directed to UPMC.com to complete the on-line application. Please follow instructions listed on our website. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Musical & Stereo Equipment For Sale

WANTED MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Wanted to buy, musical instruments in any con‑ dition. Mainly brass and woodwind instruments but would consider str‑ ing instruments. Sorry no interest in guitars or drum equipment. Call/text 610‑588‑1884 1980 Fairwood Lane State College 16803 STEREO SPEAKERS: for indoor or outdoor use. $400. Call (814) 692‑4657

105

Pets & Supplies For Sale

EXTERIOR DOOR with pet door installed. $250 Call (814) 692‑4657

107

Sports Equipment For Sale

NORDIC TRACK exer‑ cise machine, brand new, $600. Call (717) 856‑2024 TREADMILL: Spirit, fit‑ ness center quality, very good condition, electric, $375. Call (814) 692‑4657

109

Miscellaneous For Sale

BLOOD pressure moni‑ tor, automatic cuff type, digital memory. $30 Call (814) 486‑3262

ROUGH CUT & FINISHED LUMBER Saw Mill Lumber Hard and Soft woods Rough or Finished Get in touch with us today for your lumber needs.

For additional information, call 1-800-992-2554. Apply on-line at www.homenursingagency.com. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join our award winning team! Home Nursing Agency, voted one of the best places to work in Pa, is currently recruiting for the following positions:

Appliances For Sale

KENMORE elite dryer: 27� wide, electric, with auto sensing, white, $500. Call (703) 608‑3216

Home Nursing Agency Private Duty Home Care We are looking for compassionate CareGivers to provide personal care and basic daily living assistance to clients in their homes. Full-time and Casual positions available!

Household Goods

COFFEE TABLES: 1 oak $75.00 & 1 mahogany $50.00 (814) 692‑4657

101

Antiques

Public Sales

100

201 Shimels Road Morrisdale 16858 814‑343‑2579

COMIC BOOKS FOR SALE $10.00 We have a ton of great comics for sale with a wide variety to choose from. Batman, Superman, X‑Men, you name it. Great prices too. Check us out at http://botropolis. ecrater.com SURGE PROTECTOR: 10 outlets, plus 2 charg‑ ing ports. $35. Call (814) 486‑3262

Page 32

The Centre County Gazette

November 13-19, 2014

F I N D. O R D E R. E AT. Order take-out or delivery from your favorite local restaurant at statecollege.com.

COUPONS

MENUS

SPECIALS

REORDER PAST ORDERS

Providing the Centre Region with INTERNET since 1996.

SECURE PAYMENT

EASY SEARCH

Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.