FALL 2012
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Welcome to the Fall issue of IN South Fayette magazine! As I write this, we are having one of the hottest summers on record, and it doesn’t look like the record-breaking temperatures will end just because the leaves will be changing colors soon. So while this is the fall issue, I want to reiterate some summer tips from the health department to help you stay safe in the heat. The last two points are probably the most critical because they deal with children and the elderly. Stay cool indoors, preferably in an air-conditioned environment. Fans don’t help much when temperatures are in the 90s. A cool bath or shower is a more effective way to cool off, if you don’t have air conditioning. Better yet, visit someplace that does, such as a senior center, theater, mall or neighbor’s house. Drink plenty of fluids, at least eight cups a day, but avoid alcoholic or caffeinated drinks which actually cause you to lose more fluids. Avoid hot foods and heavy meals, which add heat to your body. Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing. A wide-brimmed hat provides shade and helps keep the head cool. Sunscreen can prevent sunburn, which can affect your body’s ability to cool itself and also cause a loss of body fluids. Avoid strenuous physical activity, particularly during the hotter part of the day. Never leave a child, or a pet, in a vehicle alone on a hot day. A child may become disoriented in just five minutes, unconscious in 10 and brain-damaged in 20. Use the buddy system and check on the elderly and the infirm who do not have air conditioning and are less able to take care of themselves. For senior citizens, local governments also establish cooling centers to help people to beat the heat. Contact your local municipality for the one nearest you before the temperatures top 90 again. As always, enjoy your fall, IN South Fayette! Wayne Dollard Publisher
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IN South Fayette is a non-partisan community publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the South Fayette area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Classic Cars: Regional Passion .. | 26 Back to School ................................ | 44 The Perfect Pet ............................... | 56 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS Car buffs abound in the South Fayette area and Western Pennsylvania is home to lots of car cruise events, thanks to the many gearheads who live in the region. See story on page 26.
Northwest Savings Bank ............. | 7 Henry Wealth Management Are You a “Safe” $2.5t Investor? ............. | 37 Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh ................................... | 38 Teachout Insurance ....................... | 43 Fitness Fanatics .............................. | 51
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COMMUNITY INTERESTS
Beinhauer Funeral Services ........ | 63
South Fayette School District ..................................................... | 8
Cover photo by Primetime Shots.
South Fayette Township ................................................................. | 16
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UPMC Today | Health and Wellness News ..................................... | 29 South Fayette Girls Soccer ........................................................... | 39 FEATURES
Elvis Impersonator has crowds “All Shook Up” ................. | 50 Former Lacrosse Star Organizes Local Lacrosse Club .... | 58 Dallas Lokay Traveller Circles the Globe on a Dollar a Day .............................................. | 61
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Charity Golf Outing Golfer Sinks Hole-in-One Brian Fulkerson from Eckles Construction Services, New Castle, won $5,000 with his hole-in-one at the 12th hole at Southpointe Golf Club July 13 while playing in the 1st Annual South Fayette Foundation for Excellence Golf Classic. Fulkerson scored with a 6 iron. His foursome from Eckles Construction included John Pappas, Cono Passione and David Johnson. It was witnessed by Laurie Gray, South Fayette Primary School Principal, and Paula Johannes, South Fayette Middle School teacher, who were volunteers during the event. 104 golfers participated in the event which will help fund student scholarships and teacher grants for innovative educational programs and technology in the South Fayette School District. The Foundation, founded in 2010, is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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South Fayette School District
3680 Old Oakdale Road McDonald, Pennsylvania 15057 Phone 412.221.4542
Fax 724.693.0490
www.southfayette.org Dr. Bille P. Rondinelli
Dear South Fayette Township Community Members, As South Fayette Township School District begins to serve its 85thgraduating class, pride in the community and School District continues to grow. Our greatest foundation as a School District is built upon the people in the South Fayette community. Together, the community and its people continue to make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. Most importantly, our academic programs remain strong. Data indicate that children continue to achieve high success on state, local, and national assessments. South Fayette’s children are fortunate to receive diverse and unique opportunities in academics, athletics, and the arts. Our ultimate goal, in partnership with parents and/or guardians, is to help develop South Fayette students into well-rounded global citizens. Because the District has focused on providing students with real-world educational experiences for the digital world in which we live, the South Fayette Township School District continues to highly value partnerships and collaborative opportunities with businesses, corporations, non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and community-based associations that support the District’s overall vision and mission. This year’s District theme, Building CapaCITY II: The World is Our Classroom, continues to build upon South Fayette’s strong foundation and last year’s theme Building CapaCITY: An E-Story of Transformation. We have only just begun to investigate and realize the possibilities! As part of this year’s theme our Leadership Team members recently met
with representatives of the: Western Pennsylvania Principal’s Academy, Arts Education Collaborative; World Affairs Council; Carnegie Mellon University; and Heinz History Center to discuss past innovations and the possibilities of how to transition education to meet our children’s future educational needs. The team looked back at historical innovations and creativity in order to look ahead. We recognize that it is now clearly up to us to be futuristic in our thinking and actions. As a team, we have reaffirmed that the best is always yet to come through the young creative minds of children. As each new school year begins, we celebrate the excitement and potential that lies ahead. Every year begins a new journey full of hope. To those who have children in the District, we want your child to achieve and experience success. To those who support the District, we say a heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every person who has contributed to the ongoing success of the South Fayette Township School District. Let’s continue to work together to help our children realize their full potential as they investigate the “World As Their Classroom” and continue to “Build CapaCITY” while making connections in the District, throughout the region, and around the globe. Sincerely,
Superintendent of Schools
South Fayette Middle School Students Honored for Dedicated Service To celebrate National Volunteer Week, twelve students from the South Fayette Middle School were honored at the Country Meadows Nursing Home for their dedication to providing service to the staff and residents at Country Meadows. Members of the Lion Hearts Club, accompanied by club sponsor Mrs. Conchetta Bell, Mrs. Jill Colussy, as well as a group of students who frequently assisted with the residents were
in attendance at this awards dinner. Both groups were presented with an Award of Excellence as well as an Honored Volunteer plaque. Students selected for this award have dedicated ten or more hours of service to Country Meadows throughout the school year. Students have the opportunity to volunteer at Country Meadows with the school district on a monthly basis. “Assisting and visiting with the residents as well as collaborating with the staff at Country Meadows is such a rewarding and enriching experience for our students. You truly get to witness the genuine care and empathy that our students have for others,” said Bell.
Upper right: Members of the Lion Hearts Club: Clarissa Bell, Melanie Fisher, Sarah Kuklinski, Ava Fritz, Lauren Arnowitt, Emily Kuklinski, Lindsey Diehl, and Mrs. Conchetta Bell Right: Grant Rossi, Kenny Rossi, Mrs. Jill Colussy, Jocelyn Colussy, and Jenna Colussy Country Meadows staff members (pictured in both): Bernadette Herron and Debbie Rubis 8 724.942.0940 to advertise
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South Fayette Food & Nutritional Services Update
What is new in food ser vice? e? s a e r c in e c i r p e h t Why
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By Tricia Wood, MSLBE, BS, DTR, SNS Director of Food & Nutritional Services COMPASS Liaison ection 205 of the Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-296), referred to as “Equity in School Lunch Pricing,” requires that schools participating in the School Nutrition Programs must price their paid meals so that reimbursement received for free or reduced price meals does not offset the cost to produce the paid meals. This Federal law went into effect this past school year and will continue until the school lunch prices reach approximately $2.51 within the next two years. Formula calculations were provided by the USDA. Elementary prices for regular lunches will be $2.00, middle school & high school $2.20. Premium meals will also be offered for $2.40, $2.50, $2.55 and $2.65. Staff meals will be $2.95, premium meals: $3.25, $3.45 The Healthy, Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010 also requires new guidelines for “meal patterns” starting in the 2012-2013 school year. Meal patterns attempt to boost the consumption of more fruits, legumes and vegetables during the school day. Only 1%, skim and non-fat flavored milks will be offered in the public schools. Last school year was the first year the schools were not allowed to offer students 2% milk or whole homogenized milk. “We have been working closely with our community dairy and vendors these past two years to make certain that we are able to meet these mandates,” said Tricia Wood, Food Service Director for South Fayette. Other changes include making sure that half of all products served to students must be whole grain items (next year will only allow school to serve 100% whole grain items), so say goodbye to regular pasta, regular bread and rolls. Most of the plate will consist of fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. Students in K-8th grade will increase their portion of vegetables to ¾ cup and their fruit
to ½ cup daily; one big difference from last year is that they must take at least ½ cup fruit or vegetable to meet the meal requirement. If a fruit or vegetable is not selected, it will result in charging a la carte pricing and these a la carte prices will be calculated at a higher price. Students in grades 9-12 will be offered 1 cup of fruit and 1 cup of vegetables each day. At least a ½ cup of either fruit or vegetable must be selected to count as a meal. There is a weekly “sub group” requirement of vegetables that must be met, such as red/orange/dark green/beans/legumes/starchy/ other. Potatoes or starch veggies can only be served one day a week. This will be a big adjustment for some of our students who enjoy our baked potatoes, potato au gratin, cheddar cheese potato bake and hash browns. Beans and legumes need to be served once a week in ¾ cup (6oz) servings such as chick peas, butternut squash, arugula, and spinach. The USDA is optimistic that these foods will be accepted by the students and feel that these offerings are a common staple in every home. The next target regards sodium content, as well as new ranges set for calories for all K-12 students during school. Breakfast guidelines will change in the 2013-2014 school year with the elimination of breakfast meat/ protein and the addition of vegetables, beans, whole
grains and fruit. “While we offer 16 fruit and vegetables each day at our middle school as well as whole grain wheat rolls, we will be adding a ‘hot veggie of the day station’” said Wood. Students in elementary school will still have the choice from 6 meals complete with ½ cup fruit, roll and milk; however, they will also have a “hot veggie/ bean” station and will have the choice to try that item. Other new mandates include a list of changes until the year 2023. Some of the changes expected to arrive are focusing on breakfast, “a la carte” items and creating new wellness policies within the school district. All vending machine items, classroom parties and all food served during the school day must follow the Nutritional Standards set by PDE/USDA and the District’s Wellness Policy. During our food service audit, failure to follow these strict guidelines could result in a negative impact on the cafeteria financial budget. South Fayette has a wonderful professional cafeteria staff (29) that is eager to serve the students while implementing these mandates. I will keep you abreast of any new changes as we start this next school year. Reminder: Free and Reduced Meal applications will be available at www.southfayette.org under the food service tab after August 5. Feel free to apply for our meal services by using COMPASS (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services) also listed on the web site. COMPASS is a tool that area families can use to see what PA social services they may qualify for and to also submit an on-line meal application directly to my desk. Please visit our site for “Everything U NEED 2 Know” about our food service department.
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2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7th & 8th GRADE JUNIOR VARSITY & VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE 2012-2013 FORT CHERRY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS SF
SF
TIME
BUS
DISM.
Saturday
Aug. 18
*Bishop Canevin (Scrimmage)
Home
10:00 A.M.
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Friday
Aug. 24
Washington
Away
3:30
1:30 P.M.
1:15
Monday
Aug. 27
Thomas Jefferson
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Wednesday
Aug. 29
Carlynton
Away
3:30
1:30
1:15
Friday
Aug. 31
Keystone Oaks
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Tuesday
Sept. 4
McGuffey
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Thursday
Sept. 6
South Park
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Monday
Sept. 10
Avella
Away
3:30
1:30
1:15
Wednesday
Sept. 12
Washington
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 13
WPIAL Section Singles Tournament
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Friday
Sept. 14
WPIAL Section Singles Tournament
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Monday
Sept. 17
Thomas Jefferson
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Wednesday
Sept. 19
Carlynton
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 20
WPIAL Singles Championship
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Friday
Sept. 21
WPIAL Singles Championship
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Monday
Sept. 24
Keystone Oaks
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Wednesday
Sept. 26
McGuffey
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 27
WPIAL Section Doubles Tournament
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Friday
Sept. 28
WPIAL Section Doubles Tournament
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Monday
Oct. 1
South Park
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Wednesday
Oct. 3
Avella
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
*Non-Section Matches. **Our Girls Varsity Tennis team is a cooperative sport with Fort Cherry High School as the host team. ***For schedule information, contact Mrs. Kathy Demnyan - Athletic Assistant at (412) 221-4542 Ext. 8-240#.
TIME
BUS
DISM.
Monday
Oct. 15
Hopewell (Scrimmage)
Home
3:30 P.M.
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Wednesday
Oct. 17
West Allegheny
Home
3:30
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Friday
Oct. 19
Hopewell (Junior High Gym “B”)
Away
3:30
2:15 P.M.
2:00
Monday
Oct. 22
Freedom
Home
3:30
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Wednesday
Oct. 24
Moon (Middle School)
Away
3:30
2:30
2:15
Friday
Oct. 26
South Side Beaver (Middle School Gym)
Away
3:30
2:15
2:00
Tuesday
Oct. 30
Open Date
Thursday
Nov. 1
Quaker Valley
Home
3:30
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Monday
Nov. 5
Quaker Valley
Home
3:30
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Wednesday
Nov. 7
Montour (David E. Williams)
Away
3:30
2:30
2:15
Friday
Nov. 9
Ambridge (Junior High)
Away
3:30
2:15
2:00
Monday
Nov. 12
Moon
Home
3:30
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Wednesday
Nov. 14
South Side Beaver
Home
3:30
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Monday
Nov. 19
Montour
Home
3:30
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Tuesday
Nov. 20
Ambridge
Home
3:30
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Tuesday
Nov. 27
West Allegheny (Middle School)
Away
3:30
2:30
2:15
Wednesday
Nov. 28
Hopewell
Home
3:30
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Friday
Nov. 30
Freedom (Middle School)
Away
3:30
2:00
1:45
All Home Games Will Be Played At Middle School Gym. First Practice: Monday, October 9, 2012
Junior Varsity Game Played First - Varsity Game Played Second.
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY & JUNIOR VARSITY GIRLS VOLLEYBALL SECTION 6 - CLASS “AA” Saturday
Aug. 18
Thursday
Aug. 23
Our Lady of Sacred Heart/Burgettstown/
TIME
BUS
DISM.
Home
10:00 AM
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Home
5:00
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North Catholic/Beaver CC (Scrimmage)
2012-2013 FORT CHERRY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS JUNIOR VARSITY TENNIS
Fort Cherry/Peters Township/Seneca Valley/ Bishop Canevin (Scrimmage)
Tuesday
Sept. 4
*Moon
Away
6:00
5:00
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SF
SF
Saturday
Sept. 8
*Shaler Tournament (Varsity Only)
Away
TBA
TBA
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TIME
BUS
DISM.
Monday
Sept. 10
*Baldwin
Home
6:00
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Saturday
Aug. 18
Bishop Canevin
Home
3:30 P.M.
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Tuesday
Sept. 11
Seton LaSalle
Home
6:00
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Friday
Aug. 24
Washington
Home
3:30
2:10 P.M.
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 13
East Allegheny
Away
6:00
4:00
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Monday
Aug. 27
Thomas Jefferson
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Saturday
Sept. 15
*Peters Township Tournament (JV Only)
Away
TBA
TBA
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Wednesday
Aug. 29
Carlynton
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Tuesday
Sept. 18
Keystone Oaks
Home
6:00
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Friday
Aug. 31
Keystone Oaks
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 20
Steel Valley
Away
6:00
4:15
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Tuesday
Sept. 4
McGuffey
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Saturday
Sept. 22
*South Fayette Tournament (Varsity Only)
Home
TBA
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Thursday
Sept. 6
South Park
Away
3:30
1:15
1:00
Monday
Sept. 24
*Montour
Away
6:00
5:00
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Monday
Sept. 10
Avella
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Tuesday
Sept. 25
South Park
Home
6:00
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Monday
Sept. 17
Thomas Jefferson
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Thursday
Sept. 27
*Thomas Jefferson
Home
6:00
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Wednesday
Sept. 19
Carlynton
Away
3:30
2:00
1:45
Saturday
Sept. 29
*South Fayette Tournament (JV Only)
Home
TBA
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Monday
Sept. 24
Keystone Oaks
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Tuesday
Oct. 2
Seton LaSalle
Away
6:00
5:00
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Wednesday
Sept. 26
McGuffey
Away
3:30
1:45
1:30
Wednesday
Oct. 3
East Allegheny (Senior Recognition)
Home
6:00
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Monday
Oct. 1
South Park
Home
3:30
2:10
2:00
Monday
Oct. 8
*Chartiers Valley
Home
6:00
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Wednesday
Oct. 3
Avella
Away
3:30
2:00
1:45
Tuesday
Oct. 9
Keystone Oaks
Away
6:00
5:00
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Thursday
Oct. 11
Steel Valley
Home
6:00
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Tuesday
Oct. 16
South Park
Away
6:00
5:00
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Wednesday
Oct. 17
*Bishop Canevin
Away
6:00
5:00
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*Our Girls Junior Varsity Tennis team is a cooperative sport with Fort Cherry High School as the host team. **For schedule information, contact Mrs. Kathy Demnyan - Athletic Assistant at (412) 221-4542 Ext. 8-240#.
*Non-Section Games Junior Varsity Games Will Be Played First.
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2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7th & 8th GRADE GIRLS SOCCER SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE TIME
BUS
DISM.
Thursday
Aug. 30
Ambridge
Away
3:30 P.M.
2:00 P.M.
1:30
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Hopewell
Home
5:30
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Thursday
Sept. 6
Montour
Away
3:45
2:45
2:15
Monday
Sept. 10
Open Date
Wednesday
Sept. 12
West Allegheny
Away
5:15
3:00
2:30
Monday
Sept. 17
Avonworth
Away
4:45
2:15
1:45
Thursday
Sept. 20
Blackhawk
Home
4:00
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Monday
Sept. 24
Carlynton
Away
3:30
2:30
2:00
Wednesday Monday
Sept. 26 Oct. 1
Wednesday Monday
Oct. 3 Oct. 8
Central Valley
Home
Freedom
4:00
Away
Beaver
4:45
Home
Quaker Valley
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Home
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2:00
5:30
1:30
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5:45
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY CLASS “AA” - SECTION 5
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* First Practice Day: Monday, August 13, 2012 ** All Home Games Will Be Played At South Fayette Middle School Athletic Field Except October 8, 2012 Which Will Be Played At South Fayette Stadium.
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7th & 8th GRADE BOYS SOCCER SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE
TIME
BUS
DISM.
Tuesday
Aug. 21
Chartiers Valley/Seton LaSalle/ Brownsville (Scrimmage)
Home
3:30 P.M.
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Tuesday
Aug. 28
Avonworth (Scrimmage)
Home
3:30
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Saturday
Sept. 8
*Red, White & Blue Invitational (@ Schenley Park)
Away
8:30 AM
6:45 AM
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Tuesday
Sept. 11
*Canon McMillan (@ Wylandville Elem.)
Away
4:00
2:00
1:30
Saturday
Sept. 15
*Slippery Rock Invitational (@ Coopers Lake)
Away
11:00 AM
8:45 AM
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Tuesday
Sept. 18
Steel Valley/Bishop Canevin
Away
3:30
1:30
1:00
Tuesday
Sept. 25
South Allegheny/Seton LaSalle
Away
3:30
1:30
1:00
Tuesday
Oct. 2
Ellis School/Winchester Thurston
Home
3:30
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Saturday
Oct. 6
Central Catholic Invitational (@ Schenley Park)
Away
9:00 AM
7:15 AM
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Tuesday
Oct. 9
Brentwood/Keystone Oaks (@ Brentwood)
Away
3:30
1:45
1:15
TIME
BUS
DISM.
Thursday
Oct. 11
*Mingo Classic (@ Mingo Creek Park)
Away
3:00
1:00
12:30
Wednesday
Aug. 29
Ambridge
Away
3:30 P.M.
2:00 P.M.
1:30
Thursday
Oct. 18
TSTCA Invitational (@ Coopers Lake)
Away
4:00
2:00
1:30
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Hopewell
Home
4:00
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Thursday
Oct. 25
WPIAL X-C Championships (@ Coopers Lake)
Away
1:45
11:30 AM
11:00 AM
2:15
Saturday
Nov. 3
PIAA X-C Championship (@ Hershey Park)
Away
9:00 AM
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- All South Fayette Home Cross Country Meets Start At South Fayette Stadium.
Wednesday
Sept. 5
Montour
Away
3:45
2:45
Monday
Sept. 10
Moon
Home
4:00
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Wednesday
Sept. 12
West Allegheny
Away
4:00
3:00
2:30
Monday
Sept. 17
Avonworth
Away
3:30
2:15
1:45
Thursday
Sept. 20
Blackhawk
Home
5:30
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Monday
Sept. 24
Carlynton
Away
4:45
2:30
2:00
Wednesday
Sept. 26
Central Valley
Home
5:30
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TIME
BUS
DISM.
Monday
Oct. 1
Freedom
Away
3:30
2:00
1:30
Thursday
Aug. 23
Canon McMillan (Scrimmage)
Away
6:00
5:00
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Wednesday
Oct. 3
Beaver
Home
4:00
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Tuesday
Aug.. 28
Seton LaSalle (Scrimmage)
Home
4:00
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Monday
Oct. 8
Quaker Valley
Home
7:30
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Saturday
Sept. 1
*South Fayette Kick-off Classic Tournament
Home
TBA
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Sunday
Sept. 2
*South Fayette Kick-off Classic Tournament
Home
TBA
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Wednesday
Sept. 5
Quaker Valley (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
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Thursday
Sept. 6
*Chartiers Valley (JV)
Home
7:30
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Monday
Sept. 10
Montour (JV)
Home
7:30
-----
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Wednesday
Sept. 12
Moon (JV)
Home
7:30
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Monday
Sept. 17
Keystone Oaks (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
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*All Home Games Will Be Played At South Fayette Middle School Athletic Field Except October 8, 2012 Game Which Will Be Played At South Fayette Stadium (Sites Can Change).
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7th and 8th GRADE BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE TIME
BUS
DISM.
Wednesday
Sept. 19
Obama
Home
7:30
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Tuesday
Sept. 4
Hopewell/New Brighton
Away
3:30 P.M.
2:15 P.M.
1:45
Thursday
Sept. 20
Carrick
Home
5:45
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Thursday
Sept. 6
Fort Cherry/West Allegheny
Home
3:45
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Saturday
Sept. 22
*Hampton Invitational
Away
6:00
4:00
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Saturday
Sept. 15
Slippery Rock Invitational
Away
9:00 A.M.
TBA
TBA
Monday
Sept. 24
West Allegheny (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
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Tuesday
Sept. 25
Quaker Valley (War Memorial Park)
Away
4:00
2:45
2:15
Wednesday
Sept. 26
Quaker Valley (JV)
Home
7:30
-----
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Wednesday
Oct. 3
Keystone Oaks
Home
3:45
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Saturday
Sept. 29
Montour (JV)
Away
10:00 AM
8:45 AM
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Saturday
Oct. 6
Grove City Invitational
Away
TBA
TBA
TBA
Monday
Oct. 1
Moon (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
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Monday
Oct. 8
Moon/Montour
Away
4:00
3:00
2:30
Wednesday
Oct. 3
Keystone Oaks (JV)
Home
7:30
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Wednesday
Oct. 17
Freedom Invitational
Away
3:00
1:30
1:00
Friday
Oct. 5
Obama (Schenley Oval)
Away
3:30
1:45
1:15
Monday
Oct. 8
Carrick (Cupples Stadium)
Away
4:00
2:15
1:45
Wednesday
Oct. 10
West Allegheny (JV) - (Sr. Recognition)
Home
7:30
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*Non-Section Games - Site On Home Games - All Varsity Games Will Be Played At South Fayette Stadium.
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2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS VARSITY FOOTBALL CLASS “AA” - SECTION I TIME Saturday
Aug. 18
*Chartiers Valley (Scrimmage)
Away
BUS
10:00 A.M.
DISM.
8:00 A.M.
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Friday
Aug. 24
*Bishop Canevin (Scrimmage)
Home
7:00 P.M.
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Friday
Aug. 31
*McGuffey (Senior Recognition)
Home
7:00 P.M.
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Friday
Sept. 7
Keystone Oaks
Away
7:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M.
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Friday
Sept. 14
Steel Valley (Youth Night)
Home
7:00 P.M.
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Saturday
Sept. 22
Burgettstown
Away
12:30 P.M.
9:30 A.M.
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Friday
Sept. 28
Seton LaSalle (@ Baldwin HS)
Away
7:00 P.M.
4:00 P.M.
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Friday Friday Friday Friday
Oct. 5 Oct. 12 Oct. 19 Oct. 26
Quaker Valley (Homecoming) *Riverside
Home
7:00 P.M.
Home
South Park
7:00 P.M.
Away
South Allegheny (Pink Out Night)
7:30 P.M.
Home
7:00 P.M.
----------------------4:15 P.M. ------------
DISM.
Peters Township (Frosty Valley GC)
Away
3:00 P.M.
2:10 P.M.
2:00
Wednesday
Aug. 29
Bethel Park (South Park GC)
Away
3:15
2:05
1:55
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Canon McMillan
Home
3:30
2:30
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Thursday
Sept. 6
Chartiers Valley (Frosty Valley GC)
Away
3:00
2:10
2:00
Wednesday
Sept. 12
Sewickley Academy
Home
3:30
2:30
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Thursday
Sept. 13
Peters Township
Away
3:00
2:10
2:00
Wednesday
Sept. 19
Sewickley Academy (Allegheny CC)
Away
3:15
2:00
1:50
Monday
Sept. 24
Bethel Park (South Park GC)
Away
3:15
2:05
1:55
Thursday
Sept. 27
Canon McMillan (Lindenwood GC)
Away
3:00
2:00
1:50
Monday
Oct. 1
Chartiers Valley
Home
3:30
2:30
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*Non-Section Games. All Home Matches At Hickory Heights
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS JUNIORS VARSITY SOCCER SECTION 5 - CLASS “AA” TIME
BUS
DISM.
Sept. 5
Quaker Valley
Away
6:00 P.M.
5:00 P.M.
----
Thursday
Sept. 6
Chartiers Valley
Home
6:00
-----
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Monday
Sept. 10
Montour
Home
6:00
-----
----
Wednesday
Sept. 12
Moon
Home
6:00
-----
----
Monday
Sept. 17
Keystone Oaks
Away
6:00
5:00
----
Monday
Sept. 24
West Allegheny
Away
6:00
5:00
----
Tuesday
Sept. 25
South Park
Away
4:00
2:30
2:00
Wednesday
Sept. 26
Quaker Valley
Home
6:00
-----
----
Saturday
Sept. 29
Montour
Away
11:30 AM
8:45 AM
----
Monday
Oct. 1
Moon
Away
6:00
5:00
----
DISM.
Tuesday
Oct. 2
South Park
Home
4:00
-----
----
Oct. 3
Keystone Oaks
Home
6:00
-----
----
Oct. 10
West Allegheny
Home
6:00
-----
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BUS
Aug. 22
Wednesday
*Non-Conference Game. - All Home Games At SF Stadium
TIME
TIME Wednesday
Saturday
Sept. 1
West Allegheny (Mega-Scrimmage)
Away
10:00 A.M.
9:00 A.M.
-----
Wednesday
Wednesday
Sept. 12
Northgate (SF Stadium)
Home
4:00
-----
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Wednesday
Wednesday
Sept. 19
Avonworth (MS Athletic Field)
Home
4:00
-----
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- Site On Home Games Will Be Played At South Fayette Stadium. - Junior Varsity Games That Are A Doubleheader With The Varsity (Admission Will Be Charged).
Wednesday
Sept. 26
West Allegheny
Away
3:45
2:45
2:15
Wednesday
Oct. 3
Quaker Valley (SF Stadium)
Home
4:00
-----
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Wednesday
Oct. 10
Northgate
Away
4:00
2:30
2:00
Wednesday
Oct. 17
Moon
Away
3:30
2:30
2:00
Wednesday
Oct. 24
*Montour (SF Stadium)
Home
7:00
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* Non-Conference Game ** Game Sites (Home) Can Change.
First Practice Day - August 20, 2012 - (First Three Days Without Pads)
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL TIME
BUS
DISM.
Saturday
Sept. 1
McGuffey
Away
10:00 A.M.
8:15 A.M.
---------
Saturday
Sept. 8
Keystone Oaks (SF Stadium)
Home
10:00 A.M.
----------
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Saturday
Sept. 15
Steel Valley
Away
10:00 A.M.
8:15 A.M.
---------
Monday
Sept. 24
Burgettstown (MS Athletic Field)
Home
4:00 P.M.
----------
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Saturday
Sept. 29
Seton LaSalle (SF Stadium)
Home
10:00 A.M.
----------
---------
Saturday
Oct. 6
Quaker Valley
Away
10:00 A.M.
8:45 A.M.
---------
Saturday
Oct. 13
Riverside
Away
10:00 A.M.
8:15 A.M.
---------
Saturday
Oct. 20
South Park (SF Stadium)
Home
10:00 A.M.
----------
---------
Saturday
Oct. 27
South Allegheny
Away
10:00 A.M.
8:15 A.M.
---------
* Junior Varsity Schedule Can And Probably Will Change At Any Time. ** All Home Game Sites Are Tentative.
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2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER SECTION 5 - CLASS “AA” TIME
BUS
DISM.
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Montour
Home
6:00
----
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Thursday
Sept. 6
Keystone Oaks
Away
6:00
5:00
----
Saturday
Sept. 8
McGuffey
Away
12:30
9:15 AM
----
Tuesday
Sept. 11
Quaker Valley
Home
6:00
----
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Saturday
Sept. 15
Waynesburg
Home
12:30
----
----
Wednesday
Sept. 19
South Park
Home
5:45
----
----
Saturday
Sept. 22
West Allegheny
Away
11:30 AM
8:45 AM
----
Tuesday
Sept. 25
Montour
Away
6:00
5:00
----
Thursday
Sept. 27
Keystone Oaks
Home
6:00
----
----
Saturday
Sept. 29
Quaker Valley
Away
9:30 AM
8:15 AM
----
Tuesday
Oct. 2
South Park
Away
3:30
2:00
1:30
Wednesday
Oct. 11
West Allegheny
Home
6:00
----
----
Monday
Oct. 15
Canon McMillan
Away
6:00
5:00
----
- Site On Home Games Will Be Played At South Fayette Stadium. - Junior Varsity Games That Are A Doubleheader With The Varsity (Admission Will Be Charged).
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS VARSITY GOLF SECTION 7 - CLASS “AAA” TIME
BUS
DISM.
Thursday
Aug. 16
*Century Conference Golf Tournament (@ Cedarbrook GC)
Away
8:30 AM
7:00 A.M.
----
Friday
Aug. 17
*Tri-County Association Tournament (@ Village Green GC)
Away
8:00 AM
6:45 A.M.
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Monday
Aug. 20
*Sewickley
Away
4:00
2:50
2:40
Wednesday
Aug. 22
Peters Township
Home
3:30
2:30
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Monday
Aug. 27
Upper St. Clairs (St. Clair CC)
Away
2:45
1:50
1:40
Tuesday
Aug. 28
Trinity
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
Wednesday
Aug. 29
West Allegheny
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
Thursday
Aug. 30
*Moon (Montour Heights CC)
Away
3:00
2:00
1:50
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Canon McMillan (Lindenwood CC)
Away
3:00
2:00
1:50
Thursday
Sept. 6
Chartiers Valley
Home
3:30
2:30
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Wednesday
Sept. 14
Peters Township (Rolling Hills GC)
Away
3:00
2:00
1:50
Monday
Sept. 17
West Allegheny (Quicksilver GC)
Away
3:00
2:10
2:00
Wednesday
Sept. 19
Trinity (Village Green GC)
Away
3:15
2:15
2:05
Thursday
Sept. 20
Upper St. Clair
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
Monday
Sept. 24
*Bethel Park
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
Thursday
Sept. 27
Canon McMillan
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
Monday
Oct. 1
Chartiers Valley (Nevillewood)
Away
3:30
2:30
-----
Tuesday
Oct. 2
*Quaker Valley
Home
3:30
2:30
-----
*Non-Section Games All Home Matches At Hickory Heights
2012-2013 SOUTH FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS VARSITY SOCCER SECTION 5 - CLASS “AA” TIME
BUS
DISM.
Wednesday
Aug. 22
Chartiers Valley (Scrimmage)
Home
4:00
----
----
Monday
Aug. 27
Peters Township (Scrimmage)
Home
4:00
----
----
Saturday
Sept. 1
*South Fayette Kick-off Classic Tournament
Home
TBA
----
----
Sunday
Sept. 2
*South Fayette Kick-off Classic Tournament
Home
TBA
----
----
Tuesday
Sept. 4
Montour (JV)
Home
7:30
----
----
Thursday
Sept. 6
Keystone Oaks (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
----
Saturday
Sept. 8
*McGuffey (JV)
Away
11:00 AM
9:15 AM
----
Tuesday
Sept. 11
Quaker Valley (JV)
Home
7:30
----
----
Saturday
Sept. 15
*Waynesburg (JV)
Home
11:00 AM
----
----
Tuesday
Sept. 18
Obama (Cupples Stadium)
Away
5:30
4:00
----
Thursday
Sept. 20
Carrick
Home
7:30
----
----
Saurday
Sept. 22
West Allegheny (JV)
Away
10:00 AM
8:45 AM
----
Tuesday
Sept. 25
Montour (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
----
Thursday
Sept. 27
Keystone Oaks (JV)
Home
7:30
----
----
Saturday
Sept. 29
Quaker Valley (JV)
Away
11:00 AM
8:15 AM
----
Monday
Oct. 1
Obama
Home
7:30
----
----
Tuesday
Oct. 9
Carrick (CupplesStadium)
Away
7:00
5:15
----
Thursday
Oct. 11
West Allegheny (JV) - (Senior Recognition)
Home
7:30
----
----
Monday
Oct. 15
* Canon McMillan (JV)
Away
7:30
5:00
----
*Non-Section Games **(J.V.) - Junior Varsity Games Will Also Be Played (See Junior Varsity Schedule). - Sites On Home Games - All Varsity Games To Be Played At South Fayette Stadium.
McGowan Receives Outstanding High School Science Teacher Award The Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP) recently selected Jeff McGowan, an AP Biology and Forensics Science teacher at South Fayette, as a recipient of the Outstanding High School Science Teacher Award for the 2011-2012 school year. The SSP Keivin Burns Outstanding High School Science Teacher Award is named after Keivin Burns, an outstanding astronomer and teacher at the Allegheny Observatory and the University of Pittsburgh. The purpose of the award is to recognize excellence in teaching of science at the secondary school level. A committee of Spectroscopy Society members, consisting of scientists from both industry and academia, selected McGowan from a group of highly qualified nominees. McGowan was nominated for this award by Science Department Chair Dr. Stephanie Gutshall. McGowan was presented with a plaque and an honorarium at the SSP’s Annual Awards Ceremony and Banquet on May 21. McGowan is also the Biology and Forensic Science Criminal Science Club Sponsor, a National Board Certified Teacher and the SFEA Vice President.
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South Fayette’s History Sought out, Studied, and Saved
Last year second grade teachers Fauth and Ms. Sciotto enjoyed researching, planning, and creating the curriculum for the second grade unit titled “A Changing Community; South Fayette Then and Now.” It was their goal to create a slideshow and booklet for the children with a brief background of their focus topics; daily life/ homes, employment and industry; geography and infrastructure; schools and education; and transportation. From there they taught a lesson about each of the topics using the slideshow. Following the lessons, the children worked in cooperative groups to develop and write questions to ask South Fayette community member guest speakers about each topic. There was so much more to learn about each topic, so the teachers assisted the children in writing questions that helped them to better understand our past through the perspective of our community members. The children also asked questions relating to how things would be if they were living in a past era. This in turn helped them to compare and contrast present day to yesteryear. Community members kindly agreed to speak to our second grade students about specific topics that they have firsthand knowledge of. We were excited to welcome former teacher and South Fayette resident Carol Kurchena along with Marion Campbell Grafe to speak to our second graders regarding South Fayette school history. Both women had a wealth of knowledge and memories to share with our youngsters about how education has evolved in our community. They presented many facts and artifacts from schools of the past for us at our presentation. Our student-interviewers did a magnificent job; everyone enjoyed the “mini museum” of 14 724.942.0940 to advertise
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old school supplies and utensils. The children tried different typewriters, pens, and looked at old photos, books and report cards. Grafe even had the bell that her aunt used when she taught at one of the original South Fayette School Houses! What a great way to compare the past with the present. Grafe returned another day along with Emily Brady and Bob Meyers from the South Fayette Historical Society to speak to us about homes and daily life in South Fayette long ago. It was a very special presentation as each of these veteran community members shared memories from their childhoods; Meyers used to work on the farmland which our school now occupies! Len Fornella came to speak about the land and geography of South Fayette. He has been a South Fayette resident since 1953 and has been an active School Board member since 1980. He shared a large map of South Fayette and displayed our school campus in relation to various neighborhoods and historical sites (such as Morgan School). It was extremely informative and eye-opening to the children as they learned about the
development of our rural farm community into a beautiful suburban community. John Kosky and Bob Kurchena, lifelong South Fayette residents, came to talk to us about employment and industry in our community. A team of children worked together to interview Kosky and Kurchena during their visit. They also had great coal mining artifacts to share with us. Alan Vezzi’s interview and presentation on South Fayette history – transportation — went VERY well. Vezzi has been a lifelong resident and also on the school board since 2009. The children asked very astute questions, and Vezzi was a wealth of knowledge about how transportation has evolved in South Fayette. It was awesome! He shared so many ‘cool’ facts about cars, trains, trolleys, planes, and race tracks here in South Fayette. The children were thrilled with Vezzi’s old photos of cars and racetracks right here in our community! We were very fortunate to host these South Fayette natives and hear their personal stories about our community’s past. With the help of Shad Wachter and Aileen Owens, the interviews were videotaped and will be kept in the archives to be used as a teaching tool for years to come.
Foreign Language Clubs
Spark Culture Interest
By Charlotte Smith Research has shown that children in effective second language programs show overall gains on standardized tests of basic skills and derive additional cognitive, social and effective benefits. Integrating content and language learning with developing positive attitudes towards people who speak other languages is part of the purpose of sponsoring foreign language clubs, such as those in the South Fayette Township School District. Foreign language instruction of French, German or Spanish begins in the fifth grade in the South Fayette Township School District, and participation in the middle school language clubs begins at that point as well and continues on into the high school years on a different level. Fifth grade French students celebrated La Chandeleur in February, a holiday celebrating light in the middle of winter, by making “light” crepes, which are round like the sun, and also making and distributing Valentine chocolates for all staff at the middle school, as is the custom in France. Some of the eighth grade French students took Le Grand Concours, or the National French Contest, a one hour test of grammatical knowledge of French and the various cultures of Francophone countries. Eighth grade Spanish students went to lunch at El Paso in Bridgeville to coincide with their unit on food and restaurants. They had to order their food and interact with the wait staff exclusively in Spanish. All the middle school language clubs came together in mid-February to sponsor a Carnaval/MardiGras/Karneval celebration for all middle school students. Students learned to juggle, had their faces painted by members
National Young Leaders Conference
This summer, two outstanding South Fayette High School students participated in a unique leadership development conference in our nation’s capital. The National Young Leaders Conference (NYLC) provided Ryan McGowan and Kirsten Chabalie with the opportunity to interact with individuals who operate within the three branches of government, the news media and the international community. “NYLC prepares students to serve our country well, whether that means as elected officials in our nation’s capital, as active members within communities around the world or as intelligent, creative and responsible members of the work force,” said Marguerite Regan, Ph.D., Dean of Academic Affairs for the Congressional Youth Leadership Council (CYLC), the organization that sponsors the conference. “Through a series of simulations,
of the middle school National Junior Art Honor Society, sampled culturally appropriate foods, and played language-themed games. There were costume competitions and opportunities to win door prizes and King’s cakes. Fifth grader Joey Froetschel was crowned the King. Some club meetings are as simple as watching the movie “TinTin” in French or “Harry Potter” in Spanish while enjoying snacks. On occasion, the middle school and high school language clubs combine after school for an activity; last year the French students went on a cruise from the Gateway Clipper Fleet that included French cuisine and entertainment. All of the clubs sponsor food booths or related activities during the Homecoming Carnival. The high school German students participate in the German Day Competition at Washington & Jefferson College each March. Other activities have included baking soft pretzels or making and decorating gingerbread houses. The high school Spanish club has sponsored flamenco or Latin dance workshops. These cultural exchanges have enhanced the students’ educational experiences and ensured their continued enjoyment of learning a foreign language.
we place these young leaders in the proverbial driver’s seat on a variety of issues facing our country today. Their determination, as shown within the Conference, is a good indicator of the types of leaders we will see in the future.” Ryan and Kirsten were nominated by Honors Civics teacher, Mary Chambon. Both students performed in an exceptional manner throughout the school year, demonstrating leadership skills in a variety of activities. As participants in the conference, they were given special permission to be on the floor of the House of Representatives. Both students were chosen to give an introduction and a thank you speech for former Representative Robert Walker from Pennsylvania’s 16th Congressional District. They also met with members of Congressman Timothy Murphy’s staff to discuss the internship process.
Ryan and Kirsten took part in a career exploration activity that required them to go to the Institute for Justice where they talked to attorney Dan Alban. They learned about the Institute’s purpose as a public law office and some of the cases that were argued in the Supreme Court. After touring the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress, they visited Arlington Cemetery and several other memorials. Later in the week, the entire conference participated in a Model Congress Simulation. For this activity, they were assigned to a caucus or a committee. Ryan was assigned to the Democratic caucus. He had to read a proposed bill about green energy and jobs. He also had to lobby for the passage of an amendment supported by his caucus. The National Young Leaders Conference provided an unforgettable opportunity for these students. From organizing grassroots campaigns to presenting bills on the floor of the House of Representatives, they were able to take part in many aspects of the political process. South Fayette | Fall 2012 | incommunitymagazines.com 15
South Fayette Township CHANGES IN SEWER AND WATER BILL DELIVERY The residents of South Fayette Township will see a new sewer bill in the fall of 2012. Pennsylvania American Water Company will no longer include the sewer bill with the water bill. Residents will still get their water bill from Pennsylvania American Water Company but the sewer bill will come from the Municipal Authority of the Township of South Fayette. Updates regarding the new sewer bill and the different payment options will be provided on the Municipal Authority website in September at www. authority.south-fayette.pa.us. Any questions can be directed to the Municipal Authority Office Manager, Rebecca Sray at 412.257.5100 ext 4. We thank you in advance for your patience through the transition period.
Dog Run Free Zone Remember to renew your Dog Tag for the dog run free zone at Fairview Park. Call 412.221.8700
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South Fayette Township Welcomes
Permanent Township Manager
T
he South Fayette Township Board of Commissioners at their meeting of April 18, 2012 appointed Ryan T. Eggleston as Township Manager. Eggleston replaces Mike Hoy who resigned in November 2011 to pursue interests in the private sector and Marshall W. Bond who has served as Interim Township Manager and Manager Search Consultant. The Board of Commissioners was unanimous in voting for the appointment of Eggleston who emerged as the leading candidate for the position after a nationwide search was conducted. A manager search committee composed of South Fayette residents with expertise in personnel selection and employment law assisted Commission members Tom Sray and Todd Miller and Interim Manager Marshall Bond in reviewing
approximately 30 applications from as far away as California, Florida, and Maine as well as several Pennsylvania applicants. Minimum qualifications for consideration for the position were a Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field and five years’ experience as a manager or assistant manager. Eggleston comes to South Fayette from
Oil City, Pennsylvania where he was the city manager and prior to that he was the Borough Manager in Greenville, Pennsylvania. He has a master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) from Gannon University and a BA in
Political Science and History from Syracuse University. The Board of Commissioners cited financial management, community team building, and electronic communications skills as key factors in Eggleston’s selection. According to Marshall Bond, previously the Interim Township Manager and long time area municipal manager, “Ryan has the skills to lead the township organization and is an excellent fit for the community. You have to be a good listener in this profession, but an even better implementer to succeed; Ryan is both.” Eggleston has recently relocated to South Fayette with his family, wife Julia and children, Connor and Charlotte. Eggleston started his employment with the township June 5.
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South Fayette Township
Firearms Fundamentals & Gun Safety
South Fayette Township Department of Parks & Recreation
Saturday, August 18, 2012 If your child came upon a gun lying on the ground, would he know what to do? Would you know what to do? Have you been considering purchasing a firearm for the first time? Do you have firearms in your home and need advice on how to impress on your children the need for safety and the effects of carelessness? This course is geared towards children aged 5 and older, but encompasses all ages. All children aged 12 years or less MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Regardless of your experience, or even if you do not own a gun, you will walk away with a better understanding of firearm safety.
COURSE CURRICULUM
• BASIC FIREARM TYPES • PROPER HANDLING PROCEDURES • KIDS & GUNS • STORAGE OPTIONS
• SAFETY PRINCIPLES • BASIC MAINTENANCE • LIABILITY CONCERNS • LIVE FIRE EXERCISES (OPTIONAL)
SCHEDULE
CHECK IN: 8:30 a.m. CLASS INSTRUCTION: 9:00 a.m. – Noon LUNCH (pizza will be provided): 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. LIVE FIRE EXERCISES (must attend morning session): 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION
MORNING SESSION: South Fayette Meeting Room (Township Building) AFTERNOON SESSION: Boys’ Home Park For more information, please contact Jerry Males, Director Department of Parks & Recreation Department at (412) 221-8700 Ext 17.
PRE-REGISTRATION: $10.00 (CHECK MADE PAYABLE TO SOUTH FAYETTE TOWNSHIP) PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2012. Space is limited to 25 participants! A parent MUST accompany children 12 and under. Enroll: South Fayette Township Municipal Building in Morgan, or mail checks to: South Fayette Township, Department of Parks & Recreation, 515 Millers Run Road, Morgan, PA 15064 Name ________________________________________________ Age/Grade _________ Name ________________________________________________ Age/Grade _________ Phone: ____________________________ E-Mail Address: ___________________________ Signature of parent or guardian ____________________________________________________
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HELP NEEDED South Fayette Township Department of Parks & Recreation
Eleventh Annual Disabled Sportsman Deer Hunt October 18, 19, & 20, 2012 We are looking for volunteers to assist disabled hunters, conduct drives, and drag deer. We are also in need of sponsors. For more information contact: 412.221.8700 or jmales@sftwp.com
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Ladies Only Golf Lessons Through the South Fayette Township Department of Parks & Recreation Four PGA Certified Professionals will teach beginners about golf safety, terminology, equipment etiquette along with instruction in the short game
(putting, chipping and pitching) and the full swing. Practice range balls are included. All lessons given at Hickory Heights Golf Club.*
RESIDENT RATE $60.00 NON-RESIDENT $70.00
SEPTEMBER 10-14 10:00-11:00AM 2012 GOLF REGISTRATION: Name_________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ City_______________________________________ St___________ Zip_________ Phone(_______)__________________E-Mail________________________________ No refunds after start of the program For More Information Contact: 412.221.8700 or jmales@sftwp.com * Space is Limited.
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yoga ADULT
CLASSES When: Tuesdays & Thursdays Starts: September 18- December 13 Time:
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Place: Middle School LGI Room Price: $50.00 for 5 weeks (once a week) $90.00 for 5 weeks (twice a week) Join Heather Black for an introduction to yoga. The classes will concentrate on body alignment, yoga therapeutics and stress relief. Classes are designed for all ages and levels of ability. Let yoga help with weight loss and improving your overall well being. You will need a yoga mat.
For more information call 412.319.7441. Name___________________________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________ City_______________________________________ STATE________ Zip____________ Signature________________________________ Phone (_______)__________________ No refunds after start of the program
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South Fayette Township
South Fayette Township would Like to Thank the following Sponsors for making our
“Independence Day Fireworks” A Success! GOLD SPONSOR $500.00 Country Meadows Retirement Community Goldberg, Kamin & Garvin LLP
SILVER SPONSOR $250 Gateway Engineers Gillece Plumbing & Heating Northwest Savings Shop & Save T.A. Robinson Paving
BRONZE SPONSOR Howard Concrete Pumping
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ll dog owners are reminded that dogs must be licensed. Applications for dog licenses are available at the municipal building but must be mailed to the address listed at right. Also, dog owners are reminded that township ordinances prohibit owners from allowing their dogs to bark and/or disrupt the peace on a continual basis. Dog owners should also be mindful to clean-up after their pets; owners are not permitted to allow their dogs to relieve themselves on public streets and/or on others’ private property.
STAY INFORMED!
South Fayette Township has a variety of ways for residents to stay informed on about upcoming meetings, events and agendas. If you want to know the latest township news, add your name to the South Fayette E-Mail list by sending an e-mail to sfadmin@sftwp.com. You can also connect to the Township’s website at www. south-fayette.pa.us to find: • Meeting Agendas • Public Notices • Calendar of meetings • Special Notices Through the new Community Cable TV Station (46 Verizon and 14 Comcast) Township information at your fingertips at any time!
Allegheny County Treasurer’s Office Room 108 Court House Pittsburgh, PA 15219
ALARM PERMITS
Residents considering the installation of an alarm system in their home must first obtain an Alarm Device Permit from the South Fayette Township Police Department. This is a one-time permit application and the fee is $10.00. For more information please contact the South Fayette Township Police Department at 412.221.2170.
House Identification Numbers a Necessity All residences and buildings in South Fayette Township are required to have numbers visibly and prominently displayed facing the road. In fact, this small detail could be a matter of life or death when paramedics, firemen or police are dispatched to any address. If the address numbers are not visible, it will be quite difficult for emergency vehicles to locate the residence, especially at night and in dimly lit areas. When adding or replacing numbers, please be certain they are large enough to be easily and quickly read from the street. Also, when numbers are on mailboxes, it is not always easy to identify which box belongs to which home, especially with multi-family housing. In placing the numbers on the post of a mailbox, make sure to place them on both sides of box so that the can be seen from either direction of travel. Please do your part and help our emergency services and delivery services find your home when called upon. South Fayette | Fall 2012 | incommunitymagazines.com 23
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Mobile phones, laptops, tablets, game consoles, cameras – electronic devices are a big part of American life. In fact, Americans own an average of 24 electronic products per household, according to the Consumer Electronics Association. With technology changing so rapidly and new “it” devices hitting the market every few months, a lot of those devices get discarded quickly. That adds up to a lot of potential e-waste. In fact, a recent survey found: • More than 90 million American adults 18 and over have unused technology products lying around the house. • As part of that pile of retired tech, a third of mobile phone users report owning unused phones — and more than half of those with unused phones own two or more. Some unused electronics just collect
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dust, but many get thrown away. The Environmental Protection Agency’s most recent report showed that nearly 1.8 million tons of e-waste was simply trashed. Fortunately, it’s easier than ever to keep old electronics out of the waste stream. DONATE. Donations give schools, nonprofits and lower-income families access to equipment they might not otherwise afford. Before donating, check with the organization to see what they need. TRADE UP. If you are ready to upgrade to something new, ask your local electronics retailer if they have a program that lets you swap retired technology for store credit toward your purchase. RECYCLE. Electronics in nonworking condition should be recycled. Check www.Earth911.com or
SOUTH FAYETTE EVENTS The South Fayette Annual Festival of Bands will take place Saturday, September 29 at 7 p.m. in the high school stadium. High school bands scheduled to appear include Avella, Cornell, Fort Cherry, Mt. Lebanon, North Hills, Pittsburgh Obama, Quaker Valley, Riverview, and South Fayette's own "Little Green Machine." Additionally, making its debut at the festival will be a performance from the South Fayette Alumni Band, directed by former LGM band directors Clem Rolin and Michael Mackey. This performance is in honor of the "Little Green Machine's" 65th anniversary. Ticket prices are $7 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens, and sold at the gate. Tickets will also be for sale at all South Fayette Lions' home football games prior to September 29. www.e-stewards.org to find a recycling center near you. Many states have regulations about disposing and recycling electronics. Learn more about your state’s laws at www.electronicstakeback.com. DON’T FORGET THE BATTERIES. Recycling your rechargeable batteries is another easy step you can take. Retailers also recycle rechargeable batteries. Find out more at www.Call2Recycle.org.
HIGH SCHOOL REUNION
South Fayette Class of ‘82 will celebrate their 30th High School reunion October 20, 2012. Please contact us for more information at SFReunion82@gmail.com or call 412.266.v6497.
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By Jonathan Barnes or some, the smell of car wax, the heat of the springtime sunshine and the strains of Fifties music take them back to their younger days. In their minds, they go back to a time when having good weather and a great car for the afternoon — and the free time to enjoy it — were all that you needed for some fun. Nostalgia lovers, dust off the Turtle Wax car polish and break out the buffer. It’s the time of year again when you can lower the convertible roof and go cruising, allowing the wind to blow through your hair, smelling the spring flowers and watching the gawkers staring at you as you roll past them in your classic car. After all, what’s the sense of having an antique car or a classic muscle car if you can’t show it off and allow others to enjoy it? Sharing the love of design, beauty and mechanics of a classic car or muscle car is part of the joy of collecting such vehicles. It also can be a quick cure for any lingering winter blues.
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The weather has warmed up— prematurely, in the eyes of some weather observers—but not too early for the many car buffs in Western Pennsylvania who have been waiting for car cruise season to begin. Car cruises are an American tradition in which owners of classic and high-performance cars meet together in parking lots and other wide-open spaces to show off their vehicles and to enjoy an afternoon or evening of fun with other car lovers. Often these events include music or entertainment and food, and sometimes, they even have races. Western Pennsylvania is home to many of these events, thanks to the many gearheads who live in the region. Here is a sampling of some of the many popular car cruises in the Pittsburgh area:
Mineral Beach
(in Finleyville) – This popular event happens every Friday night starting the first Friday in May, and often includes motorcycles as well as cars. This larger cruise usually includes several hundred cars.
Wendy’s (in Peters Township, along Rt.
19) – This cruise is every Monday night beginning April 16, and is a smaller cruise that usually has about 50 to 100 cars.
McDonald’s (Meadowlands -
Racetrack Road) – This event is held every other Saturday, beginning May 5. It is a medium-sized cruise is sponsored by The Washington Cruisers Car Club. www.washingtoncruisers.com
Wexford Star Lite Car Cruise (Wexford) – Wexford Star Lite Car
Cruise is held every Friday night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., starting May 25, through Labor Day. This is one of the largest weekly cruises in the region, and usually has more than 1000 cars attending each week. The Wexford Star Lite Car Cruise is free and is hosted and presented by North Way Christian Community. www.starlitecarcruise.com
Ultimate Car Cruise
(Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills)—Every Wednesday from
1966 Chevelle Convertible In auctioning, it’s called “the halo effect” and it transpires “I don’t know why he’d keep that when the value of an item increases because of the previous a secret,” O’Data said. “It’s really a owner’s reputation. It’s a rare phenomenon but such is the selling point and I had no idea but I case with 65-year-old South Fayette resident Gary O’Data’s was a little skeptical.” black 1966 Chevelle convertible. A WTAE-TV news photographer The car was originally owned by Hall of Fame NFL for 32 years, O’Data made a host of quarterback Dan Marino of the Miami Dolphins who shipped contacts within the local media the Chevelle in 2000 to John Seretti Chevrolet in Moon including KDKA Morning News anchor Township from his Florida home. A collector of classic cars, the Larry Richert who happens to be former Central Catholic High School and University of Pittsburgh Marino’s brother-in-law. O’Data recruited football star’s garage had run out of room for the ’66 Chevelle and he Richert to authenticate the auto dealer’s wanted a Pittsburgh man to succeed him behind the wheel. claims and the local anchor confirmed that the Seretti, a long-time friend of Marino’s father, sold the car to Avery’s Auto car once belonged to Marino. Sales in New Brighton four months later in an auction that benefitted the Autism The retired news photographer spent the next three years Foundation of Western Pennsylvania at Marino’s request. The New Brighton completely restoring the old Chevelle in a ground-up, $15,000 process that auto dealership was hosting a car cruise sponsored by 3WS radio in included engine, gas tank, seats and suspension replacement. The work Photos and text is displayed biweekly at the Caste Village and Bridgeville Sonic Drive-In July and saw an opportunity to display the classic convertible to thousands of gear heads at the summer cruise. by Brady Ashe car cruises. Among the thousands who turned up for the event was O’Data’s In 2003, Marino returned to western Pennsylvania to participate in neighbor and close friend Ron Bahl who was immediately struck by the vintage the Mario Lemieux Celebrity Invitational golf tournament at Nemacolin Americana exterior of the lengthy muscle car. Knowing his friend was in the Woodlands Resort. O’Data’s life-long friend Roger Entress, a retired dental market for a new car, Bahl surgeon and prominent drove O’Data to New Nemacolin club Brighton to assess the member, arranged for Chevelle several days later. Marino to be reunited It was love at first sight with the ’66 Chevelle at for O’Data who returned to the tournament. the New Brighton car lot O’Data drove the two weeks later and took convertible up to the the ’66 convertible off resort during the their hands for $10,000. tournament and was able It wasn’t until after the to chat with Marino about South Fayette man had their common car for about made the payment that ten minutes before the the auto dealer told ex-Dolphin signed the him it once belonged glove box and set back out to Marino. on the golf course. The Continued on page 28
5 p.m. to 9 p.m., May 16 through October. This cruise and many others can be found listed at their website. www.carcruises.com
Flashlight Drags (Waynesburg)
– Features a car show, a car cruise, a vendor’s midway, music, food and more. The idea behind this event sprang from the need for local hot rodders to have a place to legally and safely race each other. The essence of the event is providing a safe environment in which to enjoy the excitement of street racing, with an equal measure of nostalgia—which is where the antique and classic cars displayed at the event make their greatest impact. www.flashlightdrags.com
Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix International Car Show
(Schenley Park, Pittsburgh) – Held every July and touted by international media including National Geographic magazine, the Vintage Grand Prix once hosted competitive races between racers in vintage cars around the park’s winding roads, but for years the entire event has been for show, and as always, still benefits charity. More than 2,000 cars, many of them very high-end, will be displayed at the event, in which all makes of car are welcome. Held annually since 1983, the Vintage Grand Prix has raised more than $2.75 million to benefit autistic and developmentally
disabled people. All local car cruises are weather-dependent. Check the web sites for each cruise regularly to determine if a cruise will be held when foul weather could be imminent. While each car cruise is unique in its location and the makeup of vehicles, owners, and attractions, every car buff comes to the hobby by his or her own path. It could have started with a secret childhood yearning for a hotrod, or by catching a glimpse of something extraordinary in a shop window, seen totally by happenstance. Like a lover retelling the story of his romance, each classic car owner has a tale to tell about how he and his car were united.
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moment is captured in a framed 12-by-18-inch photograph that sits in O’Data’s South Fayette living room. “Dan’s an awesome guy in person,” he said. “Very down to Earth. Just a good Pittsburgh guy.” The ’66 Chevelle also makes frequent parade appearances. It’s become an annual tradition for former anchorman and co-worker Joe DeNardo to ride shotgun in the WTAE Kennywood Day
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Parade and Bridgeville mayor Donald Dolde enjoys sitting in the back through the Bridgeville Memorial Day Parade. O’Data takes the Chevelle on the occasional weekend joy ride when the weather permits with his wife Debbie of 38 years. The couple shares two adult children. “I take the car out and I look at the signature on the glove box and I look to the sky and I know I’m blessed,” he said. “I feel like I was destined to own this car.”
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Get Ready for Fall Soon the leaves will change color and fall to the ground — a welcome mat for cooler days, chilly nights, football games, hayrides, warm sweaters, and everything else that makes fall special.
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Elevating Cancer Surgery for Women to a New Level Robotic surgery is transforming the treatment of gynecologic cancers with minimally invasive techniques that offer greater precision and promote faster healing.
For women diagnosed with cervical, endometrial (uterine), and early ovarian cancer, the use of minimally invasive robotic surgery is offering impressive results. “The robotic surgical system is truly revolutionizing the way we operate on certain cancers,” says Alexander Olawaiye, MD, a gynecologic oncologist and director of robotic surgery at UPMC Mercy. Also certified to perform robotic surgery at UPMC Mercy is gynecologic oncologist Wayne Christopherson, MD.
Enhanced clarity and precision With robotic surgery, surgeons also get a magnified, threedimensional view of the inside of the body — up to 12 times what the human eye can see. “That enhanced vision allows us to navigate with far greater precision around delicate internal organs, nerves, and large blood vessels,” says Dr. Olawaiye. “We’re able to see and dissect tissue and lymph nodes more thoroughly, which allows us to do a better job of removing any cancerous growths.” While surgeons applaud the robot’s surgical applications, patients appreciate the benefits it offers after surgery. “Because the incisions are small, there is less bleeding, less pain, and less risk of infection,” explains Dr. Olawaiye. “Most patients go home the day after surgery and return to their regular activities in a week or two.” The most advanced surgical care for all types of cancers is available to patients at the UPMC CancerCenter at UPMC Mercy. To learn more about all the cancer services and treatments offered at UPMC Mercy, visit UPMCMercy.com and click Our Services.
How robotic surgery works
Traditionally, women with gynecologic cancers faced a 12to 14-inch open incision that often involved weeks of recovery. Laparoscopic surgery offered patients a less invasive option, but its stick-like instrument often limited a surgeon’s range of motion. With today’s robotically assisted surgery, the robot becomes an extension of the surgeon’s hands, offering flexibility and a 360-degree range of motion that’s virtually impossible for humans to achieve. “We’re able to manipulate the tips of the surgical instrument at highly unusual angles,” says Dr. Olawaiye. “That gives us critical access to very compact and limited areas of the body.”
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Once you are put to sleep, your surgeon generally makes a series of small incisions (“ports”) in your abdomen. The number and size will vary based on your condition. A surgical cart is then attached to the ports, and specialized instruments are inserted into your body. Your surgeon controls the movements of these instruments from a nearby consol, using controls to guide the surgery. Your surgeon is always in charge — the robot moves only as directed.
Typical benefits of robotic surgery for select gynecologic cancers • Smaller incisions • Minimal scarring • Reduced blood loss
• Less pain • Shorter hospital stays • Faster recovery
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Give Your Back a Break Tips that can help you avoid back pain. Amazingly complex, remarkably strong, and incredibly flexible, your back is one of the most important parts of your body. Without it, you couldn’t stand up straight, walk on the beach, chase after the kids, or dance the night away. Like most people, you probably take your back for granted — until it starts to hurt. “Eight out of 10 Americans will have back pain at some point in their lives,” says M. Melissa Moon, DO, a physician in the UPMC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. So what’s causing all those achy backs? “Everyday habits like hunching over your computer, toting a heavy purse or backpack, or picking up a toddler are often to blame for the pain,” says Dr. Moon.
Using Your Blood for Natural Healing Even after having surgery for a sports-related groin injury, recovery was slow for Megan Cortazzo, MD, a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist with UPMC. A fellow physician suggested platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy — and her results were so positive that she now offers the service to patients at UPMC.
What is PRP therapy? PRP therapy is a type of regenerative injection therapy (RIT) that promotes the healing of injured or deteriorated tissue. “Platelets are rich in growth factors that stimulate healing,” explains Dr. Cortazzo. “We draw a small quantity of the patient’s blood and spin it in a special centrifuge machine. The process extracts platelets, which we then inject at the point of injury or inflammation,” says Dr. Cortazzo.
Who should use PRP therapy? “PRP therapy’s use by professional athletes has generated tremendous interest in the procedure,” says Dr. Cortazzo.
“And studies show that smokers have more back problems than non-smokers, which is another good reason to quit,” she adds. To help keep your back healthy and strong, Dr. Moon also recommends the following: Sit up straight. Use good posture when sitting or standing. That improves muscle tone and makes breathing easier. Work out. Back and abdominal exercises strengthen the core muscles that support your back, while low-impact aerobics strengthens bones and improves blood flow to muscles. Lose it. Being overweight puts added strain on your back muscles. Carrying weight around your midsection isn’t good for your heart either. Think before lifting. Remember to keep your back straight and bend at the knees or hips when lifting something. Ask for help with a heavy load. Pay attention. If you feel back pain during any activity, stop and rest. Your body may be trying to keep you from getting hurt. Call the doctor. Most back pain can be relieved with self-care. However, Dr. Moon recommends that you see a doctor if: • You have pain after a fall or injury. • You have weakness, pain, or numbness in one or both legs. • The pain is severe and doesn’t improve with medication and rest. • The pain is accompanied by trouble urinating, fever, or unintentional weight loss. Learn more about building a healthy back at UPMC.com/Today. Source: National Institutes of Health
It also can be an effective alternative to surgery for patients with a wide range of conditions, she says, including: • Chronic tennis elbow (tendinosis) • Mild to moderate rotator cuff tears • Chronic ankle sprains • Mild arthritis of the knee For best results, Dr. Cortazzo recommends combining PRP therapy with physical therapy.
Is PRP therapy covered by insurance? Because it is still in its infancy, medical insurance does not cover PRP therapy. “Although it’s a self-pay procedure, many patients feel it’s worthwhile because it can eliminate lost work time and the cost of a deductible for surgery,” explains Dr. Cortazzo. “Most of all, they want the relief from pain it offers.” For more information about PRP, call UPMC Rehabilitation Institute at 412-692-4400, or go to UPMC.com/prp.
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A Partnership of Hope and Transformation Every year, the lives of 74,000 cancer patients and their families are transformed by the care, specialized services, and research of UPMC CancerCenter, Partner with University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute.
Applying good science, investing in smart technology, and putting patients first. That’s the philosophy driving the cuttingedge research and lifesaving care offered through UPMC CancerCenter, Partner with University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI).
A network like no other UPMC CancerCenter is one of the nation’s largest integrated community networks of cancer physicians and health care specialists. Its more than 30 locations throughout western Pennsylvania and Ohio — including UPMC Mercy — bring outstanding cancer care close to home for many patients. “One of the main strengths of the UPMC CancerCenter network is its ability to obtain virtually identical results wherever patients are treated,” says Peter Ellis, MD, director of the medical oncology network. “Our Clinical Pathways are evidence-based care standards that provide uniformity across the network.”
Three powerful pillars supported by 1,700 experts “Through our quarter-century-long partnership, UPCI and UPMC CancerCenter have identified three pillars that enable us to achieve our common goals: clinical care, specialized care, and research,” says Stanley Marks, MD, chairman of UPMC CancerCenter.
p UPMC is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as having one of the best cancer programs in the nation.
“We’re committed to being a leader in the fight against cancer today and tomorrow, with the patient always at the center of all we do,” says Nancy Davidson, MD, director of UPMC CancerCenter. “From the groundbreaking research that takes place in our laboratories to our delivery of the latest cancer therapies in locations throughout the region, we’re at the frontline of cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment,” she says. “We also play a key role in inspiring and educating the next generation of bright young scientists and cancer specialists.”
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“It’s not always easy to see the ‘behind the scenes’ story of who we are and what we do. With these three pillars, we marshal the resources of nearly 250 medical, radiation, and surgical oncology physicians; more than 1,160 nurses, technicians, and staff; and 350 research and clinical faculty,” he explains. “Few organizations in the country can match the level of scientific and medical expertise, state-of-the-art technology, and physical locations found here.”
Pillar I: Clinical Care From the moment of diagnosis, UPMC CancerCenter’s network of nearly 100 medical oncologists links patients to a full range of treatments and services that include: • Conventional chemotherapy • Stem cell transplants • Biological therapy
• Targeted therapies • Hormone therapy • Perfusion therapy
Pillar III: Research UPCI physicians and scientists are recognized leaders in molecular and medical oncology research. Their primary goal is to discover new ways to prevent, treat, and cure all types of cancer, particularly those with the lowest survival rates. Working hand-in-hand with UPMC CancerCenter, UPCI’s investigators strive to translate their research into actual treatment. More than 300 clinical trials now underway at UPCI give patients access to cutting-edge therapies long before they are broadly available. The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) 12th most-funded cancer research institution, UPCI received more than $174 million in support in 2011. UPCI is also western Pennsylvania’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. p Mark Sosinski, MD, a nationally recognized lung cancer specialist who joined the UPMC CancerCenter and UPCI team in 2011, says “This was a good fit for me and my research, but the strong leadership really stood out.”
The UPMC CancerCenter radiation oncology network includes 16 community-based radiation oncology centers and 10 dual radiation and medical oncology centers. Many of these sites offer innovative, advanced technology that allows for more precise tumor imaging and radiation treatment. The surgical oncology network specializes in the surgical treatment of a wide variety of cancers, including many rare and difficult tumors. Its multidisciplinary team of physicians has attracted national attention for work in areas such as minimally invasive surgery, including robotic surgery; specialized procedures, such as the pancreatic Whipple; and regional perfusion therapy, which directs high concentrations of chemotherapy to the tumor site.
Pillar II: Specialized Care For patients with challenging or late-stage cancers, UPMC’s Hillman Cancer Center is a beacon of hope and innovation. It is home to internationally regarded surgical, medical, and radiation oncology specialists who perform treatments and procedures unavailable elsewhere in the region. Hillman also has the area’s most advanced imaging technologies to detect cancer and monitor treatment. Nationally ranked Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC features dedicated and comprehensive women’s cancer care, including breast, ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers. For patients with hard-to-treat cancers, UPCI and UPMC CancerCenter offer disease-specific multidisciplinary clinics called Specialty Care Centers (SCC) designed to provide quick access to leading specialists. Many SCC reviews are done over the Internet, eliminating the need for long-distance travel. Care for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer is provided at the highly-ranked Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC.
To learn more about UPMC CancerCenter, Partner with University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, visit UPMCCancerCenter.com.
Hillman Cancer Center Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary When the Hillman Cancer Center opened its doors in 2002, it was hailed as an architectural gem — its spectacular, glass-block walled atrium serving as a symbolic link between research and patient care. Today, Hillman Cancer Center is the treatment and research flagship of the growing UPMC CancerCenter network. A 350,000-square-foot comprehensive cancer center, Hillman is home to UPMC CancerCenter’s pre-eminent clinical care for patients and UPCI’s internationally recognized academic and research programs. Here, patients and their families have access to specialized cancer diagnosis, prevention, care, and treatment, including multidisciplinary outpatient stem cell transplant services. Architectural rendering of the patient waiting area of the Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers, currently under construction at Hillman Cancer Center. u
Opening in January 2013, the new Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers will offer comprehensive diagnostic services, individually designed treatment plans, and long-term follow-up services to patients with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and other blood malignancies. For more information, visit UPMCCancerCenter.com.
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Magee’s Newest Baby Is Two Stories Tall — and Ready for Guests New state-of-the-art intensive care and cancer care units blend the latest in medical technology with the best in patient comfort.
It’s no coincidence that the words hospital and hospitality share the same Latin root, hospes, which means to treat guests with kindness and care. That spirit of welcome is immediately evident in the thoughtful design of two newly opened patient care units at MageeWomens Hospital of UPMC — one of Magee’s major expansion projects during a century of providing medical service.
“Their ideas and suggestions helped us create a quiet, calming, and safe environment for patients and caregivers. Each patient room is filled with natural light and decorated in soothing earth tones, blending comfort with technology. That kind of setting is very important to healing.”
Emphasizing patient and family-centered care Because studies confirm that the presence of loved ones promotes recovery, each patient room in the new unit features a comfortable sleeper sofa to encourage overnight stays. Family members also can order in-room meals for a modest fee, and all patient rooms have free Internet access and cable television. “Every room has separate zoned areas for families and caregivers, minimizing disruption and reducing infection,” explains David Muigai, MD, medical director of Magee’s ICU. “Visitors comment on how quiet it is here, thanks to acoustical features to minimize sound. And the ICU rooms are designed to accommodate changes in a patient’s condition, eliminating the need to transfer patients as they continue to recover.”
p The patient rooms are warm and spacious, with a comfortable sleep sofa to encourage overnight stays by a family member or close friend.
“We wanted Magee’s latest major construction to focus on our patients with the greatest medical needs: those requiring intensive care and women undergoing cancer treatment,” says Leslie C. Davis, hospital president. “We’re still among the leading deliverers of babies in the nation, but we also care for men and children, from infants to centenarians. The additional beds also allow us to expand our core obstetrical (OB) services to the units that relocated. Adding space for our OB patients was a primary reason for this expansion.” Two floors were added to a three-story section of the hospital to create the new 14-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and 28-bed Cancer Care Unit, more than doubling the number of critical care beds. Completed in record time, the new units increased the hospital’s overall bed capacity by 13 percent. “Before starting the project, we sought the advice of former patients, as well as our doctors, nurses, and staff,” says Joseph Kelley, MD, director of both the Division of Gynecologic Oncology and the Gynecologic Cancer Program at Magee.
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Each floor also has a family lounge and a meditation room. They offer privacy when needed, and company when desired. Both floors also incorporate the latest technology and best practices in green building solutions to minimize environmental impact. “We couldn’t be prouder of our newest addition,” says Dr. Kelley. “It reflects the kind of signature care and compassion Magee has delivered for more than 100 years.” Several of Magee’s programs, including cancer care, are again ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report (2012-13). Learn more about Magee’s services for women and men at UPMC.com/Magee. The meditation room on each floor provides patients and families with a private space that is peaceful and soothing. q
Your Doctor and You: A Healthy Relationship Whether you have a minor concern or a more serious medical issue, your primary care physician (PCP) is the first line of defense in getting well and staying well. If you don’t already have a PCP, it’s best to find the right one before you get sick.
A trusted partner in your good health “It’s important to have a relationship with a PCP you trust and are comfortable with, even when you feel great,” says Jorge Lindenbaum, MD, an internal medicine specialist with Lindenbaum Perryman and Associates-UPMC and medical director of the UPMC Mercy South Side Walk-in Primary Care Clinic. By getting to know you and your health history, your PCP can provide you with the best care possible.
Someone to watch over you Research indicates that people who have an ongoing relationship with a PCP are healthier than those without one. “Personalized care leads to patient trust, and that is vitally important in the doctor-patient relationship,” says Dr. Lindenbaum. Patients who trust their doctors are shown to have improved outcomes, such as better control of their diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. If you need advanced care, your PCP is the most effective and efficient link to medical specialists, or advanced services or treatments. “For patients and their families, having a PCP to coordinate their care with specialists and other providers is a huge relief,” adds Dr. Lindenbaum. Since early detection can minimize the impact of many illnesses, your PCP will recommend screenings, including annual physicals, Pap tests, breast examinations and mammograms; prostate screenings, and colonoscopies. “Without a PCP, you might ignore important health maintenance issues,” he says.
Finding Dr. Right A PCP can be a family medicine physician, internal medicine specialist, pediatrician, or obstetrician/gynecologist. With so many types of PCPs, how do you choose? For many adults, internal medicine specialists or family practitioners are their PCP of choice. These physicians are equipped to deal with all kinds of health problems, whether simple or complex. “The benefit of having access to highquality, comprehensive care at one convenient location is something patients really appreciate,” says Dr. Lindenbaum. Two new physicians recently joined Lindenbaum Perryman and Associates-UPMC and are accepting new patients. Kelly Chaney, DO, an internal medicine specialist, earned her medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lewisberg, W.Va., and completed a residency in internal medicine at UPMC Mercy. John Wohar, DO, also completed a residency in internal medicine at UPMC Mercy. He received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pa. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chaney, Dr. Wohar, or any UPMC physician, call 1-800-533-UPMC (8762).
Did You Know? Back-to-school and sports physicals as well as vaccinations for children of all ages are available at the UPMC Mercy South Side Walk-in Primary Care Clinic, located at 2000 Mary St. Appointments aren’t needed, and parking is free and plentiful. Clinic hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 412-488-5705.
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The name you trust in women’s health is right here at Mercy. UPMC Mercy ob-gyn services are growing to provide comprehensive women’s services by bringing you the same experts who practice at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC. In addition to community-based physicians and midwifery, these expanding services for women are consistent with Mercy’s rich tradition of care. UPMC’s complete range of specialty services for women covers obstetrics and gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, midlife health, women’s cancer, and much more. From checkups and preventive care to testing, diagnosis, and advanced treatments, the superb doctors, nurses, and caregivers at Mercy and Magee are with you every step of the way on the path to good health. We work closely with your primary care physician to provide seamless care. And every service is backed by UPMC’s world-class care, providing peace of mind when you need it most. To learn more about UPMC Mercy ob-gyn services or to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-533-UPMC (8762), or visit UPMCMercy.com.
Are you a “safe” $2.5t investor? Examining the long-term effects of inflation may change your investment mindset By Philip C. Henry
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iven the uncertain future of today’s equity markets, many investors have opted to avoid risk by staying on the sidelines, keeping their monies in cash or cash equivalents. In fact, the Investment Company institute reports that as of Feb. 27, 2012, more than $2.5 trillion is currently held in what many consider “safe” money market funds.1 There is no question that even in a low-yield environment, the proper use of “cash” as a means to provide for emergencies as well as to ensure liquidity for planned purchases is well-advised. What may be ill-advised is to use cash as an investment strategy. While one may think they’re avoiding risk, unfortunately, they may be actually exposing themselves to a different and more insidious type of risk, that is, the risk of losing purchasing power! How so? Purchasing power may be lost over time through the negative effects of inflation. Inflation you say? Are we not in a period of very low inflation, even bordering on deflation? While that may be debated, what is not up for debate is the long-term effects of inflation and the resultant loss of purchasing power. Over the ten-year period ending March, 2012, inflation as defined by the cost of goods and services, has risen by 2.53% 2 annualized. However, One Month Treasuries, commonly referred to as a “risk-free” investment, in the same period only returned 1.77%.3 Thus, to be “risk-free” was also to take on the risk of underperforming the rising cost of goods and services. Let’s extend our quick examination of inflation not to just a recent 10 year period, but to consider its effects over…50 years! How can a 50 year look-back be relevant to anyone today? Let me offer two examples: • You are 22 years old and plan/believe you will need to work for 40-50 years. • You are 40 years old and plan to work for 25 more years and then enjoy a 25 year retirement. In that light, 50 years may well be a good time frame to consider the effects of inflation and the erosion of purchasing power as it impacts you. Now, consider these three staples of American life and the 10-fold price changes from 1962 to 2011, a 50 year period:
might be an excess contributor to the $2.5 trillion presently in cash? If so, maybe re-thinking risk not just in terms of loss of principal but also in terms of loss of purchasing power will help you to arrive at the right balance and also, send a portion of your excess cash from the sidelines, into the game! Using asset allocation and diversification as part of your investment strategy neither assures nor guarantees better performance and cannot protect against loss of principal due to changing market conditions. Source:http://www.ici.org/pdf/12_mmf_mmfs_and_yields.pdf Consumer Price Index, Seasonally Adjusted April 2002 - March 2012. Source: Zephyr StyleADVISOR 3 One Month Treasury Bills April 2002 - March 2012. Source: Zephyr StyleADVISOR 1 2
Phil Henry, ChFC, CFS, is the President of Henry Wealth Management, LLC, an independent financial services firm located at 1370 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA. He offers Securities and Investment-Advisory Services through, NFP Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. This article was co-authored with Dan Henry, CLU, the firm’s Vice President. Dan offers Securities through, NFP Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. NFP Securities, Inc. is not affiliated with Henry Wealth Management, LLC. Phil may be reached at 412-838-0200 or through email at Phil@HenryWealth.com. The firm’s website is www.HenryWealth. com. The opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the authors and may not necessarily reflect those held by NFP Securities, Inc.
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Sedation Dentistry O ften times a trip to the dentist can be overwhelming and lead to avoidance of routine care. Approximately 30% of dental patients avoid dental care due to fear. Unfortunately, this can lead to a small problem growing into a larger problem, requiring even more treatment. So what is the fearful patient to do? It is best to avoid desperation being the driving force for finally receiving care. Fortunately there is a great option for patients who have put off dental care due to fear. Sedation Dentistry is a safe treatment method that allows many patients to receive the dental care they have been avoiding. Sedation Dentistry is a type of treatment where sedatives are given to the patient to induce relaxation so dental work can be comfortably completed. There are various types of dental sedation ranging from very light sedation to deep sedation (general anesthesia). These can be achieved using oral sedatives, muscular injection, inhalation, and intravenously (IV). 80% of patients can be comfortably and safely treated with mild
sedation. This is not true “sleep dentistry,” which is typically done in a hospital. For severely phobic patients, “sleep dentistry” may be the only option. With mild sedation, patients may be so relaxed that they drift to sleep during the dental treatment, but they are not being “put to sleep.” Even with mild sedation, it is important that the dental office monitor sedated patients throughout the entire procedure with state of the art equipment to ensure the safest possible treatment. This mild sedation can often be done with a combinational of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral sedative medication. With this technique, the majority of patients are so relaxed that they can comfortably undergo most dental procedures. The patient simply takes a pill the night before and another pill an hour prior to treatment while relaxing comfortably in the dental chair listening to music or watching television. Most patients are thrilled with how well the treatment goes and would gladly go through the procedure again.
Benefits: • very safe • fearful patients can get the care they need • elective cosmetic procedures can be comfortably done • more work can be completed in fewer visits • little to no memory of the procedure Often patients who have been neglecting treatment feel overwhelmed with where to start. The most important thing is to move toward a healthier smile. The first step is to schedule a consult with the sedation dentist to address your concerns and review your medical history and current medications. After this review, the dentist will recommend the necessary X-rays and do a complete examination to develop a treatment plan to prioritize and phase the treatment to suit the patient’s individual needs and achieve their desired result. Finally, the dentist will determine the level of sedation you will require to have the treatment comfortably completed. Sedation Dentistry can be a great and safe option for patients to achieve the beautiful and healthy smiles they deserve. By taking the process one step at a time the fears can be overcome and patients can finally reach optimum oral health.
This Industry Insight was written by Dr. Daniel Rairigh. Dr. Daniel Rairigh practices at Advanced Dental Solutions of Pittsburgh on Fort Couch Road. He received his degree from West Virginia University School of Dentistry. Dr. Rairigh is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Academy of General Dentistry. He is trained in Sedation Dentistry by DOCS Education. He is also a certified Invisalign provider and is certified in MDI placement. Dr. Rairigh is also an accomplished artist who has won numerous awards for his artwork. You can learn more about Dr. Rairigh or send him an email if you have article suggestions at www.pittsburghissmiling.com.
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SOUTH FAYETTE GIRLS SOCCER LOOK FOR STRONG SEASON AHEAD By Leigh Lyons HE 2012 LADY LIONS SOCCER TEAM IS POISED AND READY TO COMPETE FOR THEIR SECTION TITLE AGAIN THIS YEAR, AND THEY ARE LOOKING TO IMPROVE UPON THEIR WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC LEAGUE (W.P.I.A.L.) PLACING OF LAST YEAR. THE SOUTH FAYETTE GIRLS SOCCER TEAM IS ONCE AGAIN LED BY HEAD COACH WAYNE CAPRA, WHO IS ENTERING HIS EIGHTH YEAR AT THE HELM OF THIS PROGRAM. Coach Capra is flanked by a number of seasoned coaches who have been in the program for years. Bud Behling, Marci Jackley, Dr. William Law, Charles Roth, Dr. Amber Capra, and Katie Caprio will all add tremendous experience and knowledge to the Lady Lions looking to make an impact this season. The team will be led by senior captains Liana Leja and Megan Byham. Leja is coming off an extraordinary season where she garnered All-W.P.I.A.L. and All-State honors. Along with Leja and Byham, juniors Micaela Mitchell and Chelsae Hughes are slated as captains and will be relied upon to provide strong leadership to the rest of the Lady Lions. Last year, South Fayette made it to the second round of the W.P.I.A.L. playoffs where they were in somewhat unfamiliar territory. “We have only made it this far once before. Each time the team advances, they gain knowledge and a feeling of confidence,” said Dr. Amber Capra. Using last year’s knowledge, the
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Lady Lions will look to use experience and confidence to outplay key section rivals. They will be competing against a new section this year that touts Moon, Montour, Quaker Valley, West Allegheny, Keystone Oaks, Carrick and the Obama Academy. Moon, Montour and Quaker Valley look to be the top contenders for the section title that South Fayette will have to outplay. he captains know that their coach instills a great deal of responsibility in them to lead the team. Coach Capra’s mantra has always been to give ownership of the team to his chosen captains. The captains will then be responsible for providing a positive leadership role and attitude for the rest of the team. Besides outstanding leadership, the Lady Lions will need their captains to provide some talent on the field as well. The team does have some quality underclassmen who will need to step up this year as well. Junior starters Hannah Fischer, Maddy Fine, Ashley Ray, and Kayley Renz all have some experience on the field for South Fayette, but these four will need to contribute more heavily this upcoming year. Sophomores Jennifer Byham, Gabriella Guadagnino, Natalie Hilton, and Alica Kenawell also saw some playing time last year. These young ladies
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will be thrust into competitive, highly-skilled games in and out of their respective section, and Coach Capra will look at his starters to provide quality play for his team. Coach Capra’s primary goal for his team this year will be to win their section outright, therefore solidifying a spot in the W.P.I.A.L. playoffs. South Fayette has won two section titles and have made it to the W.P.I.A.L. playoffs each year that Coach Capra has been at the helm of this program. The district is currently exploding in new student enrollment, and the number of quality players wanting to play for his program is reflecting this. Capra will have twenty-one incoming freshman trying out for his squad this year. oach Capra is optimistic about his squad, and he feels that they are on the verge of becoming the next big soccer powerhouse of the South Hills. Coach Capra, along with his coaching staff, has provided a great foundation for the future at South Fayette. They have added quality players and have consistently worked toward competing for lofty goals each and every season. While the Lady Lions will be a relatively young team this 2012 season, Coach Capra and his staff is looking forward to the upcoming years. The future does indeed look bright for the South Fayette Girls Soccer Program and Coach Capra, and the future might just be starting a little sooner than everyone else expects… everyone except Coach Capra and his Lady Lions of course.
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Sensitive Teeth and Gums WHETHER YOU’RE TAKING A SIP OF YOUR HOT MORNING COFFEE, OR HAVING A BITE OF A DELICIOUS ICE CREAM SUNDAE, nothing is more irritating than having to refrain from savoring your guilty pleasure due to a shooting pain in your teeth. This sensation - known as tooth sensitivity is triggered by hot, cold, sweet or sour foods and drinks,
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or by breathing in cold air. The pain can be sharp and sudden, and shoot deep into the nerve endings of your teeth. The discomfort you’re feeling is an indication that the dentin in your teeth is exposed. When the dentin loses its protective covering, heat, cold and acidic or sticky foods stimulate the nerves and cells inside the tooth, causing hypersensitivity and discomfort. The sensation felt in these circumstances is uncomfortable, however once you understand what causes the sensitivity; there are simple ways to ease the pain. What causes tooth sensitivity? • Brushing too hard - Over time, brushing too strenuously or using a hard-bristled toothbrush can wear down enamel and cause the dentin to be exposed. • Recession of the gums - When the gums move away from a tooth and the root surface becomes exposed, teeth become more sensitive. • Teeth and tooth enamel - Cavities and fractured teeth can cause sensitivity, as can worn down tooth enamel and cracked teeth.
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• Teeth whitening products - Teeth whitening products can be major contributors to sensitive teeth. • Plaque - Teeth become more susceptible to sensitivity when plaque is present on the root surfaces. • Acidic foods and beverages - Regular consumption of foods with a high acid content, such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, pickles, and tea, can cause enamel erosion. Sports drinks, energy drinks and colas can also cause a higher risk of cavities and erosion to those who consume them due to their acidity and sugar content. What are some solutions? • Maintain oral hygiene - Proper oral hygiene is the key to preventing the pain associated with sensitive teeth and receding gums. Follow proper brushing and flossing techniques to thoroughly clean all parts of your teeth and mouth. • Use a sensitive toothbrush • Use a sensitive toothpaste Adopting good oral hygiene habits and selecting products that can help prevent the pain associated with tooth sensitivity, will allow you to indulge in that cup of coffee or ice cream sundae without discomfort in your teeth or gums.
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t has been said that a man is the king of his castle and woman the queen of hers. In olden times, the king and queen literally lived in a castle. These days most men and women live in a house they proudly call home. Also unlike olden days, most folks find it impractical to build twenty foot high walls and twelve foot deep moats around their homes in order to protect them. Today’s version of a wall and a moat is Homeowners Insurance. The question is “How do I know what kind of insurance wall I should build?” The answer of course will be different for each individual, but there are certain basics to consider. The three basic areas of coverage essential to every Homeowners insurance policy are: • Dwelling coverage – that is protection for the house itself • Contents coverage – that is protection for personal belongings • Liability coverage – that is protection for injury or damage to other persons or property DWELLING COVERAGE The ways in which your house itself can be covered are as varied as the flavor choices at your favorite ice cream store. The following are some key areas to make sure you understand: • Replacement Cost vs. Market Value • Separate Structures • Loss of Use • Building Ordinance Replacement Cost coverage is just what it implies. Coverage to repair or replace your home as it existed before the loss and is the basis on which most Homeowners insurance is provided. Market Value is what your home is worth to a willing buyer. Given today’s real estate market, Replacement Cost is often times higher than Market Value. The key here is do you and your agent feel the estimated Replacement Cost is enough to rebuild the house in the event of total loss and what safeguards are in place if your estimate is not enough? Separate Structures coverage provides coverage for detached garages, gazebos, tool sheds, etc. It is generally written at a limit of 10% of the Dwelling limit. Is the 10% enough? Loss of Use pays additional living expenses you may incur if you are unable to live in the house while it is being repaired. The standard limit here is 40% of the Dwelling limit for 12 months. Typically 40% is a sufficient limit, so the question becomes “Can the house be rebuilt in 12 months, given weather conditions, available contractors, available materials, etc?” Building Ordinance coverage pays for the additional expense necessary to rebuild your home at today’s building code standards. Most policies do not provide this as a standard coverage, but it can be a substantial expense, depending upon the age of your home. CONTENTS COVERAGE Coverage for your personal belongings is usually, though not always, provided on a Replacement Cost basis. The amount of coverage is generally anywhere from 50% to 75% of the Dwelling limit. Most homeowners feel this is more than a sufficient amount. However, when the cost to replace each and every dish, piece of furniture, appliance, article clothing, etc. is taken into account, most homeowners are surprised at the total. The other issue to keep in mind is the value of any of your more expensive
personal belongings. Most Homeowners policies have specific limits on certain items like jewelry, furs, fine arts, silverware, guns, specialty collections, etc. Does it make sense to add specific “scheduled” coverage for these items that not only increases the limit of coverage, but can also broaden the coverage? LIABILITY COVERAGE Personal Liability covers situations where you are legally obligated to pay for bodily injury or property damage to others resulting from events such as: • Use of your premises, including swimming pools • Acts of your pets • Unintentional acts committed by you or certain household members, either on or off your premises It also provides coverage for legal expenses the insurance company incurs while defending you against covered lawsuits and can be modified to provide coverage when you are legally obligated to pay for damages for libel, slander and defamation of character. Personal Liability is most often provided in limits of $100,000, $300,000 or $500,000. It is worth noting that the additional premium to move to the next higher limit of liability can be as little as $15-20 per year. The job of determining how high your wall or how deep your moat needs to be to adequately protect your castle is best done in concert with your personal agent who knows your community and takes the time to understand your individual needs.
This INdustry INsight was written by Scot Teachout, an exclusive agent of Farmers Insurance. Teachout Insurance Agency helps individuals, families and business owners in the South Hills and Greater Pittsburgh protect the things they have worked a lifetime to accumulate. Scot has been serving the insurance needs of his clients for more than thirty years. Contact him at 412-735-8135 or jteachout@farmersagent.com.
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The Fall is not just a time of changing leaves and cooler temperatures, it’s a time when the dormant diesel engines of the school buses fire up, SAT applications and college inquiry letters are sent, and students return to college campuses across the nation. In the United States, education is a $900 billion a year business, and that investment, either by the federal and state government, parents and students themselves via student loans, is a testament as to how important learning is to making a name for yourself in the world. Fortunately, for individuals and the economy as a whole, everyone is different and educational opportunities abound for people no matter what their interests or aptitudes. ★★ College: College remains one of the most traditional avenues for graduated high school students to pursue. Colleges can be public or private and offer two-year or four-year degrees. While postsecondary education is not a requirement for securing work, those who obtain a college degree can expect estimated lifetime earnings of $2.1 million, according to the US Census Bureau. A master’s degree boosts that to $2.5 million, a professional degree averages $4.4 million, and a doctoral degree $3.4 million. High
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school graduates are estimated to earn just $1.2 million over the course of their lifetime, according to the same report. ★★ Trade Schools and Vocational Careers: While vocational training can start in high school, thanks to regional vocational/technical centers that serve school districts, post-high school programs can take graduates from apprentices to masters of their field. What’s more, vocational programs aren’t like they used to be in the latter half of the 20th Century. Today’s vocational schools still cover trades such as carpentry, plumbing and stonemasonry, but they also excel in specialty fields such as computer networking, HVAC, and robotics. ★★ Online Learning: Online learning is a relatively new form of degree program using the power of the Internet to bring students and schools together. Also known as E-learning or distance education, online programs have brought some big names into the fold as Harvard and MIT recently joined forces, offering a variety of free, online courses. Online education typically costs less than bricks and mortar schools. ★★ Financing Education: No matter where you end up after high school, chances are you’re going to need to take out a few loans to make your goals attainable. Student loans come in a variety of forms ranging from federal to private. Scholarships often are attainable for eligible students, and are nice to have, but realistic students shouldn’t expect to garner enough scholarship money to cover their entire academic career. Programs such as the Federal Stafford Loan can offset up to $23,000 of tuition,
Our Back to School which can be increased to $46,000 if parents do not qualify for the Parent PLUS program. The downside to student loans is that you will be graduating with substantial debt to pay down. The upside, however, is that student loan interest rates are generally low, tax deductible and the loans themselves can be deferred until you are in a position to make payments on them, such as the time necessary for you to find a job. ★★ Benefits of tutoring services: One of the keys to acquiring scholarships is good grades. While that’s totally on the student to achieve, there are many services available that can help that student put in the extra effort to make the grade. From SAT preparation centers to study centers that cover a broader range of curricula, these investments are well worth the cost if the result is several thousand dollars coming off your tuition bill because you got a 4.0 versus a 3.8 GPA. ★★ Private Schools: Private schools are a popular option for parents when it comes to picking an education for their child. A study found that students who attend private school tend to score higher on standardized tests, and sends more graduates to college than public schools, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Private schools also tend to have a lower number of students, leading to a more effective student-teacher relationship. If a student tends to seek more attention or one-on-one help from teachers, private schools might weigh in more benefits. Private schools also create their own funding, including tuition, grants, and fundraising. According to the National Association of Independent Schools, the average cost of private school tuition tends to be around $17,441.
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Houses of Worship Ahavath Achim Congregation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.279.1566 All Saints Episcopal Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.835.7330 All Saints Polish National Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . 412.276.9677 Atonement Episcopal Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.279.1944 Bahai Faith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.278.1096 Bethany Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.5132 Bible Baptist Church of Pittsburgh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.276.7717 Bridgeville Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.5577 Calvary Full Gospel Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.257.1707 Carnegie Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.279.3223 Cecil Alliance Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.4177 Christ U P Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.276.0222 Crossroads Vineyard Christian Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . 412.999.0141 Fawcett United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724.745.1240 First Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.4232 First Baptist Church of McDonald . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724.926.4216 First United Methodist Church of Bridgeville . . . . . . . . . 412.221.5577 Gladden United Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.257.0922 Holy Child Roman Catholic Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.5213 Hillside Christian Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.279.2996 Holy Trinity Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.279.4652 Holy Virgin Russian Orthodox Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.276.6234 Journey Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412.221.9000 Lakeview Christian Life Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724.746.3200 McDonald Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 724.926.8561
Methodist Church Parsonage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Miller Gary Minister. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noblestown United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Old Saint Luke’s Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Our Lady of Fatima Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Our Lady of Victory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rennerdale U P Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rennerdale United Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saint Andrew Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saint John Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salvation Army . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Second Baptist Church of Carnegie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Solid Rock Foundation Ministries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Barbara Rectory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Bernadette’s Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Mary’s Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Greek Church . . . Victorious Faith Evangelistic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zion Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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South Fayette High School student Dane Sapienza earns highest rank in Boy Scouts of America By Amanda Fastuca South Fayette High School student earned the highest achievable rank in the Boy Scouts of America during a ceremony at the Bethany Presbyterian Church in Bridgeville. Dane Sapienza, 16, successfully earned the Eagle Scout award May 20. According to The Boy Scouts of America, an average of 5 percent of all Boy Scouts earned the privilege of the Eagle Scout rank in 2010.
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hree young men from Oakdale Boy Scout Troop #248 received the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout at a Court of Honor ceremony held on March 25, 2012 at the Oakdale Community Center. All are students at South Fayette High School. Pictured from left to right are Ryan Eberle, Josh Phillips and Max Hanich. Along the “Trail to Eagle”, boys progress through seven ranks of scouting. In addition to numerous campouts, hikes and community projects they are required to earn at least twenty-one merit badges, of which all three had earned fifty-five plus. They are also required to complete an Eagle Scout Service project. Ryan’s Eagle project was designing, constructing and setting up thirty Bluebird houses on the property of the McDonald Sportsman’s Club. The project helped to reclaim the land and to bring a native bird back to the area. Josh’s Eagle project was improving the grounds of overgrown trees and shrubs at St. Mary’s Parish in Cecil. The project benefitted the community by allowing members of the parish to have a more appealing church. Max completed his Eagle project at Camp Crestfield in Slippery Rock. He installed trail marker posts on two different trails, replaced the sides of their hay wagon and replaced the old supporting posts for steps in the administration building.
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There are several qualities an Eagle Scout candidate must be capable of in order to earn the award. The candidate must earn at least 21 merit badges, serve six months in a leadership position, and complete an extensive service project in which the Scout gains experience in planning, organizing, leadership, and management. The project must be chosen to benefit or improve local schools, communities, or religious institutions. The candidate must also take part in a Scoutmaster conference, and successfully complete an Eagle Scout Board of Review. Dane chose a project on creating direction improvements to the 10-mile trail in Boyce Mayview Park. After finding the GPS coordinates and distances of the trail, Dane supervised 14 volunteers install several signs along the trail. The volunteers installed 72 signs on 41 posts. The project also included adding locations of trail markers to the existing park map as well as creating a master list showing the trail marker name, number, GPS coordinate, and distance. Together, the crew spent about 247.5 hours completing the project. The finished product will serve as a guide for those hiking the trails, providing a reliable source of directions in case of an emergency. Dane now holds the position along with many other outstanding Americans who have become Eagle Scouts in the past. Former astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Charles M. Duke, Jr., earned the rank of the Eagle Scout as well as the Mayor of New York City and founder of Bloomberg L.P., Michael Bloomberg. Eagle Scouts can also be found in prominent public offices, such as President Gerald R. Ford; Donald Rumsfeld, the 21st U.S. Secretary of Defense; and Stephen Breyer, Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Dane is a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster in Troop 2. In the past he held the positions of Troop Guide and Assistant Patrol Leader. He is also a member of the percussion section in the South Fayette High School Band, Little Green Machine Marching Band, Jazz Band, and Concert Band. As an honor student, Dane also plans to pursue a career in medicine after graduating from high school.
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DON OBUSEK OF KENNEDY TOWNSHIP WAS 11 YEARS OLD WHEN HE FIRST PICKED UP A GUITAR AND SHEEPISHLY MUTTERED THE LYRICS TO ELVIS PRESLEY’S TOE-TAPPING 1957 SINGLE, “ALL SHOOK UP,” IN THE PRIVACY OF HIS OWN ROOM. By Brady Ashe Twenty-six years later, he stood on the Three Rivers Stadium 50-yard-line performing the song for a crowd of 29,000, his thick-rimmed sunglasses and jewel-crested white jumpsuit glimmering in the spotlight. How the 55-year-old Elvis entertainer went from a shy teenager in the high school marching band to the most successful and recognized impersonator in the region is a tale of happenstance and fruition with enough mystery to rival the mystique of the Memphis Flash himself. “I didn’t just wake up one day and be like, ‘I need an Elvis jumpsuit,’” Obusek said. “A lot of things happened over time. It was just kind of an alignment of circumstances.” The story begins with his high school garage band in Robinson Township where the young guitarist’s stage fright restricted his vocal performances to a handful of his favorite Elvis songs before small crowds of friends and family. Over time, with positive receptions to his Graceland renditions, the shy teenager’s phobia of public singing slowly dissipated and his onstage charisma increased tenfold. Obusek would perform sporadically at several local bars and restaurants until1994 when he entered a Pittsburgh singing contest sponsored by classic hit radio station 3WS. He won the contest by singing several Elvis songs and so dawned his career as an Elvis entertainer. The pelvis popping performer promptly purchased
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several custom-tailored jumpsuits from B & K Enterprises, the world’s leading costume company in recreating Elvis jumpsuits, and he was in business. With the help of his wife and manager, Hilda, Obusek has performed for hundreds of thousands of people across 17 states and in Niagara Falls, Canada. He even took a 3WS-sponsored pilgrimage to Graceland in 1997 for the 20th anniversary of Elvis’s death with three busloads of people from Pittsburgh. The Elvis entertainer hopped from bus to bus on the trip down, performing for the passengers, and did a short set for shoppers at a Kentucky mall on the way. Once there, he performed for thousands of Elvis fans gathered outside the Graceland Mansion to honor the king of rock n’ roll. “That’s kind of the pinnacle of an Elvis entertainer’s career,” he said. “To be at that spot with those people who care so much about the man. It was pretty special.” In 2001, Obusek was voted “The Best Elvis in Pittsburgh” by WQED’s “On Q Magazine” and while there’s no scarcity of Elvis entertainers in America, the Kennedy Township man’s lip curling face often gets recognized throughout the area. “I had one woman recognize me and tell me that her son still had a teddy bear that I handed to him during a show about 12 years ago,” Obusek said. “Stuff like that is pretty special.” The Elvis entertainer performed at Burgettstown’s Pepsi Cola Roadhouse across from First Niagara Pavilion on Saturday with a special commemoration show for the 35th anniversary of Elvis’s death. The show included all the essential Elvis Presley hits from Obusek and featured special guest Chris Denem, performing a tribute to Neil Diamond. “It’s been a pretty amazing thing to do over the years,” Obusek said. “So many people have been touched by Elvis and his songs. If I can recapture just an ounce of the magic of Elvis and give it to his fans, then it’s all worth it for me.”
“A One Hour Workout is only4% of Your Day. No Excuses” extra pounds are not an excuse for not exercising. So many people say that By Lisa Troyer they will join a gym after they lose some weight. Unfortunately, that day may he summer has come to an end, and it’s the perfect time to cement not come. Start exercising and just watch how conscience you become of a solid exercise routine – a habit you can maintain for your lifetime. what you are eating. Exercise and a healthy diet = weight loss and good health. It’s so easy for real-life to intrude on your best intentions. One One cannot exist without the other. And on the other end of the spectrum are skipped workout turns into two, then three and before you know it, exercise is no longer a habit. As a personal trainer and gym owner, I have been privy to the individuals that are skinny. Some think they don’t need fitness, however skinny does not equal fit. every excuse in the world as to why people avoid exercising. Honestly, those If you have never been a member of a gym and the gym scene isn’t for you, excuses just don’t fly with me. do your research. There are small facilities that provide a non-intimidating One of the most frequent used excuses is; “I just don’t have time.” C’mon, everybody is busy. My clients lead totally hectic lives. But they choose to make atmosphere and do not fit the stereotypical health club scene. You could also do your exercise outdoors or workout at home. This doesn’t work for many, exercise a priority, as should anyone who wants to lead a healthier lifestyle. but if you chisel out that 4% of time each day, it can be done. Think about it…4% of your day? Kind of makes the old “I don’t have time” a Can you afford to commit 4% of your day to fitness and ultimately a little crazy when you put it into perspective. If you really wanted to, you would healthier lifestyle? I’m telling you, you can’t afford not to. There is no better make time for exercise. Plug it into your Iphone or datebook, just like you time than now to “Fall into Fitness.” would any other commitment. How about, “I’m just too old.” No way! No one is too old to exercise. Think of your health. Find yourself an experienced trainer to help you get on a solid, safe fitness routine. If you are afraid to do it alone, find a partner or exercise buddy to go to the gym with you. This will help you stay motivated and may spur some competition. If you are bored to death with your current routine, find an activity you enjoy. If you hate running – don’t do it. There are so many other options that are effective and yes, fun. Try a group exercise class. Group exercise has come a long way. Most classes are designed to target all levels of fitness and the fancy, hard-to-follow choreography has become almost non-existent. If you are dealing with aches and ths e 3 mon pains, regular activity is the ultimate way to treat and Purchas l training prevent common ailments. Again, find an experienced persona one month trainer to help you work through any chronic issues ive and rece that are currently keeping you from exercising. For example, it has been proven that people who suffer 31st! ends Oct. from arthritis reap great results from strengthening, r e ff D. O E ! Act Now EMBERSHIP INCLUD stretching, and aerobic activity. M . Y NL GYM IENTS O “I’m too fat to exercise.” As with the age factor, NEW CL
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n the rush to get everyone off to school, it’s easy to fall into a food rut, serving the same things for breakfast, lunch and snacks. But with some inspiration and a little planning, going back to school can taste a whole lot better than it used to. To make things even more fun, have the kids help with these recipes and ideas. Once they get the hang of it, they can experiment with new ingredients and do it themselves, taking one more thing off your to-do list. BREAKFAST: Start the day off with pizza — Breakfast Pizza, that is. This recipe layers eggs, cheese, turkey bacon, hash browns, sour cream and guacamole on your favorite pita or flatbread. Kids can make it as hot or as mild as they like. It’s a great way to sneak in avocados’ 20 vitamins and minerals, and it will give them energy to get going on their busy day. LUNCH: Skip the same old sandwiches and liven up the lunchbox with these tasty creations. Try a Tortilla Wrap made with chicken, Wholly Salsa, Wholly Guacamole and a hint of lime juice. Experiment with different kinds of tortillas, from whole wheat or sundried tomato, to spinach or jalapeño. For a full-of-flavor favorite, make a Mexican Turkey Torta. Thin turkey slices get topped with a zesty black bean and corn relish, crisp lettuce and your favorite guacamole. To help keep all the delicious flavors inside the roll, hollow it out a bit so the other ingredients don’t fall out. AFTER SCHOOL SNACK: Whether they need something to hold them over until dinner or a quick bite on the way to practice, these Wrap It Ups will do the trick. Turkey, garlic and herb spread, Havarti cheese, guac, lettuce and tomato get wrapped up in a tortilla or flatbread, then sliced into bite-sized swirls of deliciousness. Make them ahead of time, then just slice when it’s time to enjoy. Get more back to school inspiration — including quick-fix dinner recipes for busy school nights — at www. eatwholly.com. BAN THE BORING LUNCHBOX Keep school lunches interesting — and healthier — by including something nutritious to munch on. Guacamole and salsa are perfect for dipping into, and individually portioned packs of all natural Wholly Guacamole and Wholly Salsa are the perfect fit for a lunch box. Here are some “and” options to make lunch something fun to dip into:
Guacamole and… Zucchini sticks Baby carrots Whole grain pretzels Sweet potato chips
Salsa and… Blue corn chips Sliced jicama Cucumber slices Baked pita chips
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South Fayette Township Library 515 Millers Run Rd. / P.O. Box 436 Morgan, PA 15064 412.257.8660 www.southfayettelibrary.org Monday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED
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Mondays 10:30-11 a.m., repeats Mondays from 1-1:30 p.m. Preschool Math. For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers. Learn concepts such as counting,addition and subtraction, time sequencing, and patterns using Stuart Murphy’s Mathstart series and other picture books that teach math concepts
10:30-11:00 a.m. Mother Goose Story Time. For little ones from birth – 3 years and their caregivers. We sing songs, perform finger plays, read books and enjoy flannel board stories. This gentle program develops early language, motor and social skills. No registration is required.
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12:00-1:00 p.m. PALS Book Club. Bring a brown bag lunch and join PALS members for a spirited discussion. Book selections are popular favorites recommended by club members and Barnes & Noble Booksellers. This program is co-sponsored by the Allegheny County Library Association. Registration is requested, but not required. To register, click on Events at www.southfayettelibrary.
6:30-7:30 p.m. Chess Club. For children in grades K-8. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Players enjoy half-anhour of play and half-an-hour of strategy instruction. Participants must attend at least 4 Monday evening sessions to be eligible for the Saturday afternoon tournament. Tournaments are on Saturdays, October 20 and December 1 from 1-3 p.m. Registration is required, as space is limited. To register, click on Events at www. southfayettelibrary.org or call 412-257-8660.
EVERY 4TH MONDAY OF THE MONTH 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Book Club. Every 4th Monday, book club members have a lively discussion and suggest their favorite books for upcoming sessions. Registration is requested, but not required. Go www.southfayettelibrary.org, or call 412-257-8660 to register or request books.
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org or call 412-257-8660. Sign out your book at the beginning of September at the library checkout desk.
WEDNESDAYS 6:30-7:30 a.m. E-Reader Drop-in Help Sessions. Need help using your e-reader or mobile device? Library staff will be available to guide you in using library resources on e-readers or smart phones. Support available for all e-reader types including Kindles, Nooks, and iPads. If possible, please bring your device to the session. Call 412-257-8660 or check our Facebook page for more information.
THURSDAY MORNINGS, COMING IN NOVEMBER 10:30-11:30 a.m. Preschool Science. For ages 2-6 with caregivers. This program will be provided for a small materials fee of $5 per class. Do you have a young scientist who is eager to explore? All classes have fun and gooey, handson science experiments. To register, click on Events at www.southfayettelibrary.org, or call 412-257-8660. Registration required.
EVERY 2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH, SEPTEMBERNOVEMBER 6:30-7:30 p.m.. Magic Dragon Club. For children in Grades K-4. Young artists and poets share their favorite artwork and poetry
from previous issues of Magic Dragon magazine, and work on their own creations! At the April 24th session, students will select their best work and submit it for publication in Magic Dragon magazine. Copies are available at the library, or subscribe at www. magicdragonmagazine.com.
EVERY 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH, SEPTEMBERNOVEMBER 6:30-7:30 p.m. Magic Tree House Club. Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House series inspires crafts, readings, science experiments, film clips and other adventures for children with a 2nd to 4th grade reading level. Space is limited. Go to www.southfayettelibrary.org, or call 412-257-8660 to register or request books.
FRIDAY MORNINGS 10:30-11:00 a.m. Tales ‘N Tunes Story Time. For ages 3-5 years with caregivers. We sing songs (with motions), read stories and enjoy ageappropriate art activities. This high-energy program develops language,math, motor and social skills. No registration is required.
ONE SATURDAY A MONTH Young Writers Program for Grades 6-8. The Young Writers Program is a fun,free writing program where middle school teens (grades 6-8) who share a passion for writing explore their craft. Teens write novels and scripts,share word-count goals and achievements, and brainstorm with other writers via online message boards. Brittany Ketter, a seasoned NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and Script Frenzy veteran, guides teens through the Young Writers Program. Participants learn about inciting incidents,character building, plot making, dialogue and also work to improve writing skills, grammar and formatting of
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write a novel and, if desired,are taken through the publishing process. Please email Brittany atketterb@einetwork.net for information on upcoming online, in-library and Skype sessions.
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ONE SATURDAY A MONTH Writers Unleashed! High School Writing Program. Writers Unleashed! is a Young Writers Program directed by Brittany Ketter and designed for high school teens who share a passion for writing. At Writers Unleashed! participants learn the art of storytelling, sharpen their writing skills and learn how to create inciting incidents, build strong characters, craft plots and work through dialogue. Participants also
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The Friends of the South Fayette Township Library Group is looking formembers. If you’re interested in library advocacy and helping the libraryprovide quality materials and programming, come join us. Pressed for time?You can help a little or a lot, depending on your schedule. Call FriendsPresident, Lois Levi at (412) 969-1396.
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1:00-3:00 p.m. Halloween Party. Save the date. Go to www.southfayettelibrary.org for details. Free Online Book Clubs. Subscribers can read the latest books in their email. Eleven new books are featured each week. Choose fiction, nonfiction,romance, business, good news, teen, mystery, audio or pre-publication. To subscribe, click on Online Book Clubs at southfayettelibrary.org.
INK CARTRIDGE RECYCLING We would like to remind you to gather up those empty ink jet cartridges for recycling at the library!
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IN Community Magazines is seeking nominations for its Community Awards for Service Excellence (C.A.S.E) We know that what makes communities great are the special people who volunteer their time, talent and effort to help others. ICM would like to honor those special people, but we need your help. IN Community Magazines’ C.A.S.E. Dinner will recognize volunteers from each of ICM’s 36 magazines. Awardees will be selected in the following categories:
Volunteer of the Year; Youth Volunteer of the Year (21 years and younger); Small non-profit of the Year (staff of 10 or less); Large non-profit of the Year (staff of 11 or more). Awardees and those who nominated them will be honored at the awards dinner in Spring 2013. During the dinner an awardee from the Volunteer of the Year and Youth Volunteer of the Year categories will be selected to receive a donation for his or her chosen charity.
Name of nominee ____________________________________________________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ____________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Category (circle one): Volunteer of the Year, Youth Volunteer of the Year (21 years and younger); Small non-profit (staff of 10 or less); Large non-profit (staff of 11 or more) Which IN Community Magazine is this nomination for? ___________________________________________________________ Name of person submitting nomination ______________________________________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________ Why are you nominating this person or non-profit organization? (Please, submit a type written statement of no more than 600 words) Send nomination form and statement to: Monica Haynes, IN Community Magazines, 603 E. McMurray Road, McMurray, PA 15317 If you have any questions, please, contact Monica Haynes at 412-254-8704. Deadline for nominations is September 7, 2012.
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The prospect of bringing a pet into the family might come up every now and then in conversation, with questions still up in the air. The truth is, it all depends on which house pet is right for you. According to the 2011-2012 American Pet Products Association (APPA), in the National Pet Owners Survey, researchers found that there are about 72.9 million households in the United States that have at least one pet. That’s more than 60 percent of the U.S. population who are considered pet owners! This number has drastically increased within the last 20 years. The survey’s results also show that the benefits of owning a pet include relieving stress, creating companionship, and just making a pleasant change in your daily life. Describing only a few of the many household pets in the U.S., it’s proven that those who have a close relationship with their animals tend to live a longer and healthier life. It especially helps those who might suffer from depression or illnesses. 56 724.942.0940 to advertise
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–––––– FISH –––––– There are currently about 151.1 million freshwater fish owned within the U.S., making them the number one household pet. Because of the way fish peacefully glide through the water, they are known to have a calming effect on their owners. Fish are also an easier, less expensive alternative to a larger pet. Although the prices can vary, depending on the type of fish and aquarium, fish are generally an affordable investment. Fish require little maintenance; however it is very important that they are still cared for on a regular basis. The main and most important responsibilities in caring for fish are as follows: • Appropriate feeding • Checking water temperature and equipment • Cleaning the tank or aquarium when necessary
–––––– CATS –––––– Cats are the second most popular pets owned in the United States. With 86.4 million house cats, they are an affordable way to add a loving animal member to your home. For the most part, cats are easy to maintain. Because they have a natural instinct to clean themselves, frequent bathing is not necessary. Although commitment and plenty of care is essential, house cats usually don’t require too much attention, making them great pets for those who are generally busy throughout the day. Prices also vary when it comes to choosing the right cat. Some breeds range from $5001,000, dollars, plus other expenses like food, vaccines, operations and other necessities. However, adoptions from shelters are becoming more and more popular. Cat adoption varies from about $100-150 dollars, making the purchase much more affordable. In fact, many cat lovers might agree that adoption is the best way to go.
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Number three on the list of the most-owned house pets belongs to “man’s best friend,” the dog. There are about 78.2 million domestic dogs in the U.S. With their energetic personalities and great sense of companionship, dogs require the most attention. Depending on the breed, grooming and hygiene care must be taken with full responsibility. Along with grooming comes time and commitment to training and building a strong relationship. Training can be time consuming, but is well worth it when accomplished. As most of us already know, dogs are known to be quite active and playful. According to the previously mentioned survey, 40 percent of dog owners say that they are more motivated to exercise on a regular basis than those who do not own a dog. Like cats, dogs can get quite expensive as well, depending on the breed. Purchasing a pet-quality puppy can be anywhere from about $300 to over 1,500 dollars. However, adoption can go as low as $60-70 dollars. Additional costs also must be kept in mind. When the topic of animal shelters and adoption comes about, certain points should be highly considered. With such a low percentage of rescued pets being returned to their original owners, about 5-7 million animals are kept in a shelter or rescue society.
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By Brady Ashe
Jefferson College captain Jason Marks and Eric Yeh, a South Fayette father who played lacrosse for Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, were brought ormer William and Mary women’s lacrosse star Kim Eldridge on to coach the third and fourth graders. Eldridge called on fellow South organized a grassroots pickup lacrosse league two years ago Fayette resident Dan Senisi to join her on the staff for the fifth and sixth that’s been blossoming into a full-fledged youth boys lacrosse grade squad. organization in South Fayette Under the support of their parents, ever since. the boys began full-contact practices with The South Fayette Youth Lacrosse all of the necessary equipment. As the Club took wing in summer 2010 with practices grew more competitive, Eldridge an Eldridge-taught lacrosse course began scheduling organized games against through the Little Lions’ Academy, an Upper St. Clair, Chartiers Valley, Canon elementary school program designed McMillan, Baldwin and Hempfield. The to teach children new skills and develop South Fayette club didn’t fare well on the talents. The lacrosse portion was popular scoreboard but benefitted immensely among the little lions and the South from the experience, according to Fayette mother of three kept it alive Eldridge. for the remainder of the summer with “I think playing those organized games Wednesday night pickup games. was a great learning tool and character The idea was to create an outlet building experience for the kids,” she said. where the boys could develop skills for a “They learned how fast the game moves different game and condition for the more and they’ve been improving exponentially popular sports in the offseason. But under since then.” the accomplished Eldridge, who founded Front row: Chad Eldridge, Sonny Rao, Anthony Galioto, The youth lacrosse club has been and coached the Duquesne University Daniel Senisi. growing steadily over the past couple years women’s lacrosse team and won a WPIAL 2nd row: Ben Pitetti, Carson Tucker, Ray Eldridge, Dom Lazzini, and this year is opening registration to championship as Peters Township High Andrew Knez and organizer Kim Eldridge seventh and eighth graders to accommodate School’s head coach, the kids’ interests the original participants’ ages. Among those grew with their skill sets. participants is Eldridge’s oldest and 12-year-old son Ray who will continue As their numbers augmented, the boys were separated into two age groups and Eldridge began recruiting coaches. Two-time Washington and the program next year as a seventh grader. Her other sons, Gavin, 11, and 58 724.942.0940 to advertise
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Chad, 9, are also involved in the lacrosse club. The SFYLC expanded its horizons this June with an introductory lacrosse camp for girls at the elementary school field which was taught by Eldridge. The former Duquesne University coach said she hopes the camp will spark an interest among the girls and that they soon have their own program to complement the boys. Eldridge, who works for Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, plans to turn the program over to a board this offseason, citing the growing number of registered participants and schedule restraints with her career as the main reasons. “It’s just growing so fast,” she said. “I was dropping my son off to football practice the other day and I saw a kid watching the football practice and practicing lacrosse with a stick in his hand. It was pretty cool to see. It was kind of like a testament to how far we’ve come.” South Fayette | Fall 2012 | incommunitymagazines.com 59
Join the South Fayette Alumni Band
The South Fayette Band Alumni Association is calling all former band members to dust off their instruments and join the South Fayette Alumni Band. The South Fayette Alumni Band group will march at South Fayette’s annual band festival, which will take place at South Fayette Stadium on Saturday, September 29th at 7 p.m. Former directors Clem Rolin and Michael Mackey are combining forces to direct the Alumni Band, celebrating the band’s 65th anniversary. Rehearsals will be held in August and September.
ation, please For more inform dent Ryan APresi contact SFBA m@gmail.com alu Wolf at sfband 7.1150. or 412.66
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Traveller Circles the Globe on a
Dollar a Day
By Brady Ashe With nothing more than $364 in his pocket, a bible and 40 pounds worth of clothing and equipment in a single shoulder bag, Dallas Lokay left his Pittsburgh home in 1959 for a journey of colossal proportion. The South Fayette man would travel around the world in 447 days, spanning 61,000 miles across 49 different countries on four continents—all on less than $1 a day. Then a 25-year-old University of Pittsburgh student, Lokay kept a daily chronicle of the international odyssey, capturing everything from waking up on the wrong end of a spear brandished by a Masai tribesman in the Congo jungle to briefly serving as a communist border guards’ prisoner in Bulgaria. Lokay, now 79, converted those memoir notes into a 381-page novel, “Around the World on a Dollar a Day,” which was published by RoseDog Books this year and is available for purchase at Amazon.com. “The whole experience was like a dream come true,” the first-time author said. “When you’re living on less than a dollar a day, you have to totally rely on the kindness of complete strangers and I met some truly kind and interesting people throughout the journey. I wanted to make the kindness of strangers a central theme throughout the book.” Lokay’s book begins where his journey did—in the back of an empty beer delivery truck en route from Pittsburgh to New York City that he flagged down as a hitchhiker. The truck delivered its human cargo to the “Big Apple’s” East River where the 25-year-old discreetly boarded an England-bound freighter as an illegal stowaway. There was no champagne or bon voyage party. His budget didn’t allow it. Upon arriving in Dover, England, Lokay
trekked north through Scotland before taking a ferry to Northern Ireland. In Belfast, Northern Ireland, the traveler crossed paths with two reporters to whom he divulged his situation. His story was printed in the Belfast newspaper the next day and quickly gained regional momentum in the media, reaching as far as Cairo newspapers. “My story kind of followed me,” Lokay said. “In some cases, it was ahead of me and when I’d arrive in a country, there were people who would recognize me and want to help.” From Ireland, South Fayette’s wanderlust traveler entered the European mainland, traveling north through Germany, Poland and Scandinavia on the way to Moscow, Russia, then a republic of the Soviet Union. His first stop in the Soviet Union was Leningrad, now St. Petersburg, where he ducked into a small, street corner restaurant for a spot of breakfast. The Pitt student immediately noticed an
older American couple sitting in the corner. He introduced himself to the couple and learned the man was General Jimmie Doolittle, a United States Air Force officer who earned the Medal of Honor for leading the first American air raids on the Japanese homeland in the Second World War. The war hero and his wife conversed with Lokay for about an hour and paid for his breakfast before parting ways. His next major stop was Paris and from Paris, Greece, which would lead him through the heart of eastern Europe. It was on a Bulgarian train, where Lokay was the recipient of unanimous jeering for his capitalist government from the local passengers, that he attempted to cross the border into Greece. The border patrol stopped the train at the countries’ boundary and ordered all passengers to line up outside. Knowing the United States’ austere relationship with the Red Bloc state would inhibit his passage into Greece, Lokay darkened his face with dirt and attempted to sneak across the border through the woods under the cover of darkness. He managed only a few feet before a platoon of rifle bullets whined past his head as the patrolmen’s shots and orders to halt broke the night’s silence. He spent the night and the majority of the next day in a Bulgarian cell before he was able to
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Continued from page 61 convince a Greek sentry to allow him passage into the country. “For a while, I thought I was never going to see my family again,” Lokay said. “I thought I was going to live out the rest of my days in a cell in Siberia.” From Greece, Lokay meandered through southwest Asia to Iran before beginning his African conquest from Cairo to Capetown, South Africa. The southbound voyage commenced with a five-day paddleboat excursion from northern Sudan to the border of what is now South Sudan through Africa’s “Great Swamp.” Lokay survived only on raw, natural peanuts as he clamored through the swamp, quenching his thirst with its muddy waters. Several days later, on his trek through the Congo jungle by foot, Lokay was awakened
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by the shouts of a loin-cloth enswathed Masai tribesman, the tip of his spear malignly pressed to Lokay’s breast. Lokay shouted, “Jumbo,” the only Swahili word he knew which translates to “hello.” The tribesman lifted the spear and spared the foreigner’s life. Lokay’s African expedition was highlighted by a four-day climb to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The hiker and his five companions were hit by a freak blizzard at the summit 19,000 feet above sea level. The summit accrued six inches of snow in the blizzard which stranded the climbers atop the mountain for 24 hours. Less than a day after his descent, Lokay was sitting on a Tanzania beach overlooking the Indian Ocean in temperatures upward of 100 degrees. He would later cross that ocean for the final leg of his intercontinental quest that would stretch across Asia from India to Japan. The journeyman arrived in New Delhi, India, on the day it was celebrating
its independence. He attended a dancing celebration that day where he serendipitously crossed paths with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru who sat and spoke with him for about 30 minutes. From India, Lokay traveled through southeast Asia before heading north through China to his final destination, Tokyo, Japan. He was fortunate enough to end up mere feet from Emperor Hirohito in the capital city as a grand finale to his international adventure before returning to the United States. “I’m a very religious person and I believe faith is going out not knowing,” Lokay said. “They say the desire to travel is in your blood and I truly believe that. I believe that’s what lead to the most incredible and defining experience of my entire life.”
At Beinhauer Family Services,
Pets Are
Family Too
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veryone knows that Beinhauer Family Services is a regional leader in providing compassionate, quality funeral services in the South Hills. But did you know that they also offer funeral arrangements for your four-legged family members as well? Beinhauer’s Peaceful Pastures Pet Cemetery not only offers families a beautiful setting for their pets’ final resting place, it also provides an opportunity for pet lovers to be buried next to their pets, through their cemetery, Woodruff Memorial Park. “For six generations, people have known Beinhauer’s as the leading name in funeral services, but our dedication to pets is something that people aren’t as familiar with,” said Rick Beinhauer, the company’s leader and a fifth generation family member. “Our pets are family, and they should be treated just as any other member of a loving family.” The Beinhauer dedication to pets goes beyond pet funeral services, memorials and burials, however. The family is so pet-loving, that they offer free burials and services to all service animals at Peaceful Pastures. Beinhauer said they do this because it’s simply the right thing to do. “These are police dogs and seeing-eye dogs who have put in a lifetime of service so that the lives of others can be enriched, so we are happy and proud to recognize that,” he said. The Beinhauer family serves five communities in the South Hills— Peters Township, Bethel Park, Bridgeville, Dormont/Mt. Lebanon, and Canonsburg. Their locations are family-friendly, providing children’s rooms, cafés where food and beverages can be served, and a community room where dinners and luncheons can be scheduled. In the business since 1860, Beinhauer’s can personalize services for their clients in a way that other funeral homes can’t. No other funeral
company can provide the options they can in-house as they own funeral homes, cemeteries and the nation’s second oldest crematory. “We’re in the business of helping families create an event or service that is an extension of their loved one’s life— something that provides a meaningful experience for the family and the community,” said Scott Beinhauer. Some of those personal touches include an interactive website, personalized DVD videos, and webcasting of funerals, which, through the use of a password protected website, can give those with physical considerations or travel limitations the ability to attend a loved one’s funeral service over the Internet. People also can create photo collages that chronicle their loved one’s life, or bring in personal items that represent one’s hobbies or lifestyles. “You have the year of birth and the year of death, and then you have the dash in the middle. We focus on the dash—everything in the middle that that person has done for their family and community. We help the family celebrate and honor the life that was lived,” said Scott Beinhauer. The Beinhauer family also manages Woodruff Memorial Park Cemetery, located on Route 19 in North Strabane Township. The newly constructed Community Mausoleum offers magnificent crypt entombment as well as extensive cremation niches, including bronze and beveled glass and a beautiful indoor chapel. For more information on Beinhauer Family Funeral Homes and their cemetery and pet options, call 724.969.0200 or visit them at www.beinhauer.com. If you are looking specifically for their pet options, go to www.peacefulpasturespetcemetery. com to see the myriad of services available for your beloved companion. South Fayette | Fall 2012 | incommunitymagazines.com 63
Build a BudgetFriendly Grocery List Think healthy eating has to be expensive? Think again. Comparing cost per nutrients when searching for nutrientrich fruits, vegetables, whole grains and milk can not only save you money, but can affect your health in the long run. “We’re all watching our budgets these days,” said Michelle Dudash, registered dietitian, mom and author of the upcoming book titled, “Clean Eating for Busy Families.” But, says Dudash, “there are important health and nutrition tradeoffs that we need to consider. The truth is, Americans need a crash course in ‘nutrition economics.’” Whether it’s picking the most nutrientrich foods, or finding ways to keep the costs down within important food groups like fruits, vegetables and milk, she also emphasizes that nutrition economics doesn’t mean making everything from scratch – it means doing a little advance work to understand exactly what you’re buying. “Expensive” depends on how you measure cost, so to help navigate the supermarket, Dudash has outlined tips to make the most of your grocery cart. With these tips as a guide, learn the art of nutrition economics and save more while getting nutrients you need, all within budget. THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF NUTRITION ECONOMICS DO: Learn to look at costs per nutrient. Healthy foods can sometimes appear to be higher in cost but, when you look at the nutrients these foods provide, they often are a good value. Check your labels and ask yourself: “Is the food I’m selecting packed with nutrients to keep my family fueled?” Be sure to look at the percent daily value for nutrients you need like calcium, potassium and vitamin D. DON’T: Spend on substitutes. Expensive alternatives are usually just that – expensive, and they often don’t deliver the value of the real thing. For example, look for the best value in the dairy aisle – milk. Unlike some of the other alternatives, you always know what you’re getting when you grab a glass of milk; nine essential nutrients for just a quarter a glass. DO: Think about your drink. Drinks are often an overlooked part of your food budget, and can not only break the bank; they can also lack the nutrition you need, especially at breakfast. Take a look at your beverage closely 64 724.942.0940 to advertise
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and choose the options that offer the most nutrients for a healthy start. DO: Maximize the seasons. Buy fresh fruits and vegetables only when in season and learn to maximize your freezer. By utilizing frozen produce in the off season, you still get the same nutrients at a much lower cost. DON’T: Be a Spontaneous Meal Planner. Of course there’s room for fun when it comes to meals, but the more you plan, the more you’ll maximize your budget. We can all admit to giving in to the last-minute meal, but planning ahead can help you avoid costly quick stops, and too many fresh veggies tossed in the trash. To learn more about the value of a glass of milk, and for useful recipes your family will love, visit www.TheBreakfastProject.com.
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