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May 17-23, 2012
Volume 4, Issue 20
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Despite rain, ‘On the Fly’ reels in funds By CHRIS MORELLI editor@centrecountygazette.com
SPRUCE CREEK — It was dreary, but it didn’t matter. The Centre County Youth Service Bureau’s 16th annual “On the Fly” Fishing Tournament was held in the rain on Monday at Spruce Creek. And although the conditions were not ideal, YSB CEO Andrea Boyles deemed the tourney a winner. “The day was a huge success,” Boyles said. “All of our registered fishers showed up and we had plenty of volunteers. The fishermen actually like the rain.” There was plenty of rain, for sure. But that didn’t stop those who registered from trekking to Wayne Harpster’s property in Spruce Creek to enjoy a day of fly-fishing. Of course, the tourney benefits YSB, so it was a win-win for everyone involved. According to Boyles, the tournament wouldn’t be possible without the venue. “The biggest part of our success is the venue. Wayne Harpster and his family host us on their incredible land on Spruce Creek. Fishing that water is truly remarkable and our contestants are thrilled to have the opportunity,” Boyles said. “In addition, our committee and sponsors put
on a fabulous day with great food and great opportunity. The event is much like a reunion for many.” The day began with registration and breakfast. The first session of the day began around 7:30 and ended around 1 p.m. After a break for lunch, the fishermen were back on the creek, until around 5:30 p.m. The fishermen — in teams of four — fished an assigned area for a total of four hours. Trout were then measured. A scoring system was put in place, based on length. For example, a 4-inch trout garnered four points, while a footlong trout earned 12 points. Volunteers walked the grounds and measured the trout. “We could not pull this off without the volunteers. The event is a competition, so for every fisher on the water, we need a controller who ensures the rules are followed, measures the fish and helps make sure no fish are harmed,” Boyles said. Following the tournament, awards were handed out. There was also a banquet and auction to wrap up the day. Again, the volunteers were critical, Boyles said. “Volunteers helped serve meals, set up, clean up and manage registration,” Boyles said. “Despite the rain, they
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CATCH OF THE DAY: Fishermen line up near the covered bridge in Spruce Creek prior to the Centre County Youth Service Bureau’s 16th annual “On the Fly” fishing tournament on Monday.
Center has it down to science
Event honors Pa. soldiers who gave all
By SAMI HULINGS By MARJORIE S. MILLER
For The Gazette
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STATE COLLEGE — Experience. Explore. Discover. These three simple, yet powerful words unite to create what those involved with Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania hope area youth encounter when visiting the children’s science museum in State College. According to Executive Director Art Heim, the idea for Discovery Space began in 2001 after a number of people in the State College community had the thought that a science center or science museum would be an important compliment to what already existed in the downtown area. “When you looked at other communities like State College and then looked at us, the missing piece became pretty obvious. We didn’t have a place where kids can come and learn about how things work and why they work. The science thread was really important to
Finally, after more than a decade of researching, planning and fundraising, the science museum aimed at children ages 2- to 12-years-old launched its ini-
BOALSBURG — On Sunday, hundreds of people, including more than 90 National Guard facilities from across the state, will gather at the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg to honor Pennsylvania veterans. An event that takes place annually, “A Celebration of Service: Honoring Pennsylvania Veterans,” will feature something special this year: the official dedication of the 28th Infantry Division Shrine, which honors 83 fallen soldiers from the 2nd Brigade. Sponsored by the Pennsylvania National Guard, the U.S. Army reunion and memorial service will begin at 12:30 p.m., and will include a variety of activities, such as helicopter and vehicle displays, a military band concert and a 21-gun, 105mm howitzer battery salute. The shrine will honor the fallen warriors of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 28th Infantry Division of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard “who
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VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY: Kelly Williamson, of Hawk Run, and son Brayden Williamson, 3, played a giant-size game of Operation at the Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania recently. that. So way back when the idea came about,” he said. Four years later a board of directors was appointed to oversee the creation of Discovery Space. Fundraising campaigns began almost immediately.
Area investment advisory firm celebrates 75 years By MARJORIE S. MILLER
NESTLERODE & LOY: THEN AND NOW
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STATE COLLEGE — For more than two decades, Nestlerode & Loy Inc. has served the State College area in various capacities. But for longer than that, the independent investment advisory firm has provided a wide range of services to small businesses, individuals and non-profit organizations in many different areas. This year, as it celebrates its 75th anniversary, CEO and owner Judy Loy reflects on how the company has evolved over the years, what it is today, and what its plans are moving forward.
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Previously named Nestlerode & Co., the company was founded by Arthur Nestlerode in 1937 in Williamsport. In 1965 Arthur’s son, Daniel Nestlerode, joined the firm, and in 1965 took over as president and CEO. The business eventually moved to Centre County, Loy said, and has been at its current location on West Irvin Road since 1991. Loy joined the company in 1992. “Dan took me under his wing and become my mentor,” Loy said. “And I’ve been working here ever since.” Loy held many different positions within the company, and in July 2008 became CEO.
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One significant change the company has undergone over the years, Loy said, is that it first started as a brokerage firm. Then, when Daniel Nestlerode took over, he started a management division, which is “where we are now,” Loy said. JUDY LOY Loy said the company works under the idea that if the clients do better, it does better. “(We’ve changed) over the years to realEntertainment .......... 23, 24 What's Happening ... 25, 27
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ly try to fit what our clients need,” Loy said. Loy said one of the reasons the company has been able to sustain itself is because of the area it’s in. “Happy Valley … has always had the strength of Penn State,” she said, as well as the community. “If the community is strong and healthy,” she said, “we will be, too.”
THE FUTURE OF NESTLERODE & LOY Loy said Daniel Nestlerode plans to retire in 2015, which will be quite an adjustment for the company. “That will be a big change … because
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