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Volume 8, Issue 5

Officials still concerned with budget impasse

CENTRE COUNTY SPOTLIGHT

Dainty wears many hats in Bellefonte

By ALEXA LEWIS news@centrecountygazette.com

ment paid by those doing business within the district borders. When a business closes, the empty storefront is a constant reminder that economic development efforts will need to be launched to fill the space as quickly as possible. The DID works with the property owners to assure the best fit. Many casual observers may wonder why an area with a constant flow of student traffic and visitors would have even one empty storefront. However, a casual observer would probably not understand the revolution that is occurring in retail sales, including fierce competition from big box stores and a wide variety online retailers. “I am encouraged by the spirit of cooperation among the different groups responsible for Downtown State College,” said Arnold. “We

UNIVERSITY PARK — The ongoing state budget impasse has left county commissioners wondering what other financial issues could lay ahead. When Gov. Tom Wolf line-item vetoed the $30.3 billion GOP budget just after Christmas, it pushed forward nearly $24 billion in emergency funding to social services and school districts. But counties have still struggled to fund their children and youth services, beginning when the state changed how child welfare is appropriated in a “rebalancing” initiative in the the 2015-16 budget. Essentially, the state is allowed to shift a full quarter of reimbursements to the following fiscal year. What this has meant is that counties across the state never GOV. TOM WOLF received CYS reimbursements for the fourth quarter of the state’s 2014-15 fiscal year, which runs from April to June. “From the commissioners viewpoint, it’s more unfunded mandate where the state government is saying we are going to skip a quarter’s payment so we can balance the budget,” said commissioner Mark Higgins. Counties were left asking when and if they would receive reimbursement, said Chairman Michael Pipe. However, on Feb. 2 a spokesperson from the office of state Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Lock Haven, said the state will reimburse counties for the fourth quarter sometime around Sunday, Feb. 12. Denise Elbell, the acting county administrator, confirmed that the county was just notified about the reimbursement. But long-term planning is becoming more of a messy situation for the county’s staff, as irregular state funding is turning out to be the norm. “We need to be able to budget for a 12-month period for our CYS without any gimmicks,” Pipe said. “Because this impasse occurred well after the county property taxes last April, we’ve had to draw down a lot on our cash reserves.” Plus, a series of more than 20 state bills to improve child protection recently passed the Legislature and have resulted in increased CYS caseloads by more than 20 percent or more in some counties, Pipe said. That hikes up the costs quite a bit for a service that counties are required to provide and that the state is not funding on time. Fortunately for Centre County, it has an unassigned reserve fund of about $6 million, Elbell said. That does not mean the county likes dipping into that cushion to front money to cover CYS payments. To put things into perspective, the county typically receives about $2 million every quarter for CYS, Pipe said. “When we first learned there was going to be a budget impasse we were in a better position,” Pipe said. “Now we’re in the position where we are living pay check to pay check until we get state allocation.” Before Wolf sent out emergency funds, the county also took out a $10 million Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note to cover expenses instead of cutting

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By G. KERRY WEBSTER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — If there is a hat to be worn in Bellefonte, Vana Dainty has almost certainly tried it on. She’s been a salesperson, a newspaper editor, an accountant and a councilwoman. Now, she’s acting as Bellefonte’s Keystone Community Development coordinator, and she’s happy to be working in and for a town she loves so much. “I just love it here,” Dainty told The Centre County Gazette. “It’s a wonderful community to live and work. The people are good here and that’s why I care so much. I don’t think there is another place I’d like to live.” Dainty came to Centre County in 1989. She and her family had lived in the Florida Keys, but because of the rising drug trade in the southern United States, they decided to pack up and move north, to the Bellefonte area, where Dainty had friends and colleagues. “I came with a background in accounting,” said Dainty. “As soon as I arrived, I was offered a position at the Bargain Sheet where I eventually became general manager.” She worked with the publication for about four years before moving on to another publication — Central Pennsylvania Business Central. After a short stint with CPBC, she took a job in sales and purchasing in the computer field. “Looking back at it now, I sure did skip around a lot,” she said. “But, I think that was good for me because I got to meet a lot of people that opened several doors for me.” Dainty, Page 5

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TAKING SHAPE: The Fraser Centre in downtown State College will have a significant economic impact on the area, according to the Downtown Improvement District.

Downtown Improvement District works for a safe, prosperous State College By HARRY ZIMBLER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

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HOMETOWN PROUD: Vana Dainty is Bellefonte’s Keystone Community Development coordinator. “I think there’s a lot of great potential in Bellefonte,” Dainty said. Police ................................ 2 Opinion ............................ 7

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On Jan. 28, at approximately 3:10 p.m., the State College Police Department responded to the 200 block of South Fraser Street for a report of an indecent exposure. The female victims reported being approached by a white male wearing a blue PSU jacket, gray pants and dark shoes carrying a red backpack. The male exposed himself to the victims and then walked eastbound on Beaver Avenue. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact police at (814) 234-7150.

Police reported Jason Daniel McCoy, 40, of Beech Creek, was charged with passing a bad check after he wrote one for $7,492.50 to 2-3-4 Motorsports on Dec. 19. The check was subsequently returned for insufficient funds, police said. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; Police report a 29-year-old man was arrested for driving under the influence at 9 p.m. on Dec. 26 along Lower Georges Valley Road in Potter Township. No additional information was provided. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; A known 24-year-old man was found to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia during a routine traffic stop at the intersection of state routes 550 and 99 in Spring Township at 9 p.m. on Jan. 10. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; At noon on Jan. 26, police said a 17-year-old boy made a disturbance in a public area and threatened a teacher at Penns Valley High School. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; Michael S. Hockenberry, 33, of Bellefonte, was arrested on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia when he was found to be in possession of items used to inject heroin along Hazel Street in Milesburg at 12:45 p.m. on Jan. 28, police said. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; Police report a 14-year-old girl from McAlisterville struck a 21-year-old employee at The Meadows in Potter Township at 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 28. Police said the victim was struck while in the course of her duties as an employee at the Meadows. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; Police are investigating an incident stemming from a routine traffic stop along state Route 53 in Snow Shoe Township at 10:52 p.m. on Jan. 29. Police said a 40-yearold Philipsburg man was found to be in possession of illegal drugs. No additional information was provided by police. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; No injuries were reported in a singlevehicle crash that occurred at 4:49 a.m. on College Avenue in Spring Township. Police said an unidentified driver was southbound and swerved to miss a deer that had entered the roadway. As a result, the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2015 Honda Accord left the roadway and crashed into an embankment. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; Police reported that a 25-year-old Howard man was arrested on charges of driving under the influence following a routine traffic stop along state Route 150 in Boggs Township at 1:47 a.m. on Jan. 31.

BELLEFONTE BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT Police responded to a burglary at Houser Vending, located at 461 E. Cherry Lane. Authorities said at approximately 6 p.m. on Jan. 1 someone entered the building and took a large amount of cash from the business safe. Further investigation led police to a known individual who was staying at the Imperial Motor Inn in State College. â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018;â?&#x2018; On Jan. 25, Bellefonte Borough police, with the assistance of officers from State College, Patton Township, Ferguson Township, Spring Township and Penn State University and the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, conducted an early morning search warrant on four rooms located at the Imperial Motor Inn on South Atherton Street. A large amount of currency, heroin and other items of interest were seized by police. Jacob Purnell Snook, of Mill Hill, was charged with burglary, criminal trespassing, receiving stolen property, tampering with or fabricating physical evidence and possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, police said. Five other individuals were arrested on drug-related charges in connection with the search warrant.

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PHILIPSBURG STATE POLICE A 62-year-old man reported to police that someone caused damage to his backhoe and tractor while they were parked off state Route 504, near Reservoir Road, in Rush Township, sometime between Nov. 1 and Nov. 29. Anyone with information is asked to contact police. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Compiled by G. Kerry Webster

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County mourns loss of Gilmore By CHRIS MORELLI editor@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — Centre County lost another good man last week. Donald Gilmore, 64, of Bellefonte, died Jan. 27 following an extended battle with cancer. He owned and operated a home remodeling business for 27 years and was the chairman of the Centre County Home Show for 19 years. He had also served as president of the Centre County Builders Association. Abbie Jensen, executive officer of the Builders Association of Central Pennsylvania, said the loss of Gilmore was felt throughout the organization. “Don Gilmore has been a true champion of our association for almost 30 years, serving as our board president not once, but twice, both times helping to re-position the BACP during difficult times,” Jensen said. “He brought many new members to the association.” According to Jensen, Gilmore was the driving force behind the Home and Garden Show. “For 20 years, Don has been the leader of the Home and Garden Show. What started as 13 vendors in the Nittany Mall has to be the signature event of our association … we expect more than 120 unique vendors this year,” Jensen said. During his time as chairman of the Home Show, it grew by leaps and bounds: ■ More than 124,000 people have attended the Home Show since it moved to the Bryce Jordan Center 20 years ago. ■ More than 1,600 children have participated in the Children’s Building Contest. ■ More than 800 local businesses have participated in the show, helping to generate countless

revenue in Centre County. ■ The Home Show raised more than $2.8 million in the past 20 years. Jensen said that Gilmore was honored recently at a general membership meeting. “Though he couldn’t be with us … we could never thank Don enough for his years of service to the BuildDONALD GILMORE ers Association of Central PA. The board of directors and the Home Show committee — in an effort to honor him in some small way — will be donating a bench to the Spring Township parks program, dedicated to recognizing his great achievements over the past 20 years as Home Show chair,” Jensen said. The bench can be seen at this year’s Home Show. “We’ll have the bench on display in Centre Park at this year’s show so that all the Home Show visitors can be reminded of who gave us our start,” she said. In addition to his involvement with the builders association, Gilmore was a member of the First Baptist Church in Bellefonte, former trustee of Men for Missions and chairman of Helping Hands. He was also a member of the Benevolent Protective Order of the Elks Lodge No. 1094 and the Nittany Country Club. There will be a memorial service for Gilmore at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, in the main auditorium of First Baptist Church, 539 Jacksonville Road in Bellefonte. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mary Gilmore, 110 Grouse Hollow Road, Bellefonte, PA 16823.

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THE MOSHANNON VALLEY Super Bowl, which has been closed since Feb. 2015, has been purchased by a Philipsburg-based business.

Moshannon Valley Super Bowl may open once again By G. KERRY WEBSTER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

PHILIPSBURG — The pins may be flying again soon in Philipsburg. On Jan. 28, Philipsburg business Genna Ice posted a message on Facebook announcing it has entered into an agreement to purchase the former Moshannon Valley Super Bowl. The terms of the agreement were not disclosed. According to Jake Genna, owner and general manager of Genna Ice, the bowling center should be open to customers as early as March.

The Moshannon Valley Super Bowl is a 25,000-square-foot building resting on a 3.5-acre lot in the Moshannon Valley Business Park in Rush Township. It was originally opened in 2007 by then-owners Andrew Coleman and James Burns. The business was closed Feb. 7, 2015, after the owners failed to make good on the $1.7 million mortgage. It was scheduled for public auction on Feb. 12, 2015, after U.S. Bank National Association foreclosed on the business. Genna Ice also recently posted to Facebook seeking employees for the business.

Budget, from page 1 services or raising property taxes like many counties with less healthy fund balances have had to do. Higgins said the county has enough money to make it into the spring when property taxes, which account for about 60 percent of the county’s revenue, start coming in. “It can be very frustrating right now to be a county commissioners,” Higgins said. “You are expected to provide hundreds of different services, you aren’t receiving level funding, you’re getting cuts and, in some cases, you’re not even receiving the funding.” The County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania has positioned itself at the forefront of the fight against rebalancing. One of its goals is to keep rebalancing out of the 2016-17 budget to avoid another situation where counties are struggling to fund mandated services. “The last option we would want to get to is a tax increase, but with back to back budget impasses that conversation would become very real,” Pipe said. “We can only borrow a certain amount of money. It doesn’t happen in a vacuum, it has real consequences.” Another CCAP goal for 2016 is to also restore the 10 percent cut to the Human Services Block Grant that first appeared in the fiscal year 2012-13 budget. DID, from page 1 have a very good relationship with Penn State, the Chamber of Business and Industry and the Borough of State College. We are constantly updating our membership on things that impact them.” In addition to economic development projects such as the Fraser Centre, the DID manages a number of services that go unseen by most residents, shoppers and guests. One key element is the Clean and Safe program. “Our clean team works seven days a week,” said Arnold. “They start at 5 a.m. and make sure that the streets are clean.” The Downtown Safety Enhancement program is a partnership between the DID and Penn State. “Penn State sends auxiliary offers downtown in high traffic times. They offer additional eyes and ears on the ground to assist the State College police,” Arnold said. “If they see something that looks suspicious they report it to the police.” Marketing the downtown area includes a new website, as well as a full plate of events that attract shoppers to the downtown district. The events include First Fridays, Summer’s Best Music Fest, The Polar Express, the August Sidewalk Sale and more. “We are always looking for ways to keep Downtown State College on the top of people’s minds,” said Arnold. One perception that the DID is always working to change is the feeling that there is no parking in the downtown. “We have 2,080 municipal spaces. And many businesses will validate parking for shoppers,” Arnold said. Economic development is an important component of the DID’s mission, too. “We connect property owners to those looking for space,” said Arnold. “We work to have an impact on the business mix.” The DID helped secure state grants for the Fraser Centre, for example. The greatest challenge for the DID, according to Arnold, is promoting small businesses and helping them succeed.

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What the Iowa caucuses mean for Pennsylvania By ALEXA LEWIS news@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The political polls and pundits were put to the test on Feb. 1 in Iowa’s quirky caucuses — the first voting event of the 2016 White House race. While you have probably heard it is a landmark vote that many people and the media pay attention to, you are not the first to wonder what it is or why it matters all the way in Centre County.

WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT WORKS

Iowa has hosted the first electoral event of the presidential race since 1972, eight days before the county’s first primary takes place in New Hampshire, and it is as much of a tradition as anything. In fact, the state does not actually send a lot of delegates to the national nominating conventions in July. Michael Berkman, a political science professor at Penn State who specializes in American state and local politics, said the caucuses give lesser-known and less-funded candidates the chance to campaign in a smaller, more accessible state. “(The caucuses) have a nice ability to take someone who is unknown and propel them into national spotlight,” said Jared DeLof, political director at the Centre County Democratic Committee. Think back to Barack Obama’s victory in the 2008 Iowa caucus, which left many people scratching their heads wondering how this guy beat Hillary Clinton. Iowa boosted Obama’s campaign, putting him at the forefront of the race against Clinton for a nomination the two vied for until June. So, the Iowa caucus has some power in momentum and changing the landscape of media coverage. But one question that lingers is, what differentiates a caucus from a primary? Unlike primaries, in a caucus the polls are not open all day and it is not as easy as pulling a lever and going home in time for dinner. Every year, Iowan caucus-goers meet at 1,681 precincts across the state’s 99 counties at 7 p.m. Unlike primaries, which are

conducted by the state, the parties run caucuses. That means each party can set its own rules, making the Republican and Democrat caucuses different. On the Republican side, voters who are willing to turn out on a weeknight listen to representatives for each candidate give a speech and then cast a secret ballot. Pretty easy, right? Things get a little tricky for the Democrats. Attendees break off into groups based on whom they support, but each group must have at least 15 percent of the attendees to be considered “viable.” Uncommitted voters, who also divide off into their own group, and those in unviable groups must join other groups. Caucusgoers can convince others to change the candidate they support throughout the meeting, which can last up to two hours.

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Some answers did emerge in Iowa after Feb. 1 voting. This first thing that became apparent is that a lot of Iowans do “feel the Bern” and actually did show up to caucus, which might have surprised Republicans and Clinton supporters. However, Clinton did just slightly edge out Bernie Sanders in the total number of delegates awarded on Feb. 1. She is set to receive 23 of Iowa’s delegates, while Sanders will receive 21. On the Republican side, Ted Cruz won big with almost 28 percent of the vote, which came as a surprise to Donald Trump, who came in second place with about 24 percent. Marco Rubio firmed up his support, coming in a solid third place with about 23 percent of the vote. But winning the caucus does not guarantee a presidential nomination, especially for the Republicans. Take a look at 2013 and 2008, when Rick Santorum and Mike Huckabee won the Republican caucuses, respectively. Neither ended up winning their party’s nomination. “If you look back, the Republican winner doesn’t usually become the nominee and that is because the constituency is evangelical and conservative, so it elevates candidates that may not actually be able to

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REPUBLICAN PARTY VOLUNTEERS, from left, Marilyn Zimny, Bev Bernholtz and Ella Mueggenberg count votes during a caucus held at Carroll High School in Carroll, Iowa, on Feb. 1. do so well in a general election,” Berkman said. And, the caucuses have received a good dose of criticism considering Iowa’s mostly rural population isn’t exactly representative of the U.S. and voting is held at 7 p.m. on a weekday making it difficult for some of the population, such as families, to skip dinner for a multi-hour meeting.

WHAT IT MEANS FOR PENNSYLVANIA, CENTRE COUNTY

Pennsylvania residents don’t go to the polls until April 26, but that is all the more reason to stay tuned in to other elections. “Other states are picking our presidential candidates, so knowing what is going on in these states is of importance in terms of the choices that we will have come April 26,” Berkman said. Berkman said that Rubio should start to get more media attention with his solid

third-place finish in the Iowa caucus. That could help boost his campaign and put him in the race against Trump and Cruz. “On the same token, the story changes for Trump a little bit,” Berkman said. “There was all this focus on what the polls were showing, but it turned out that it wasn’t really the case.” If candidates are still competing for the nomination when Pennsylvania’s primary comes around, that could mean campaigning in the state. Berkman said he thinks the Democratic side will be decided very quickly. DeLof said he is more uncertain about the Republican side and predicts the race could go on for months to come. “If the outcome of the primary process is still uncertain by the time our primaries are held April 26, we should see the candidates still in the race focusing on Pennsylvania interests,” Berkman said.

Penn State reacts to Oscar nomination uproar By ALEXA LEWIS news@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — When the Oscar nominations were announced Jan. 14, revealing a second consecutive year of all-

white acting nominees, actors and the public criticized the lack of inclusion in one of the largest award shows in Hollywood. “I’ve seen this before. It used to be with Miss America and it was the same thing

with music,” said John Sanchez, an associate professor of news and media ethics at Penn State. “Now there are the BET awards, and the Nammys for Native American music.” What the academy saw in response to its nominations was a heap of trending Twitter hash tags, including the return of #OscarsSoWhite. Filmmakers and actors also announced boycotts to next month’s 88th Academy Awards. In 85 years of the awards, from 1927 to 2012, fewer than 4 percent of Oscars were awarded to black actors. Actress Halle Berry is still the only black woman to win an Oscar for best actress. Of academy voters, 94 percent are white and 6 percent are people of color, while 77 percent are male and 23 percent are female. Penn State was not left out of the conversation, as many professors and student

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programs and secure grant funding that isn’t available to communities without the designation.” In 2014, Bellefonte officially became a Keystone Community. “My first project was to find facade grant money,” said Dainty. “I noticed in our downtown that several building needed new facades, or at least some facade work.” She said she secured $50,000 in grant funding for the project, and all of it was dispersed. She said $30,000 of that funding has already been reimbursed to property owners. “It had a wonderful affect on what our community looks like,” she said. In addition, Dainty works with downtown businesses and other agencies to find other ways to help better the community. “We have a lot in the works,” she said. “We’re trying to develop a logo for our marketing program and we’d like to establish a few committees to work on specific projects. We’re hoping to get them established here this year.” She also said she’d like to complete a business inventory and identify the anchor buildings in the community. “We don’t have anything like that on record, and I think it will be important to have to show potential news businesses and organizations all that Bellefonte has to offer,” she said. “It’s going to take a lot of work, but it will be well worth it.” She also said she’s like to see the Bellefonte Entrepreneur Center open sometime this summer, which will offer business and industry another option in Centre County. “I think there’s a lot of great potential in Bellefonte and we’re just scratching the surface of it now,” she said. “We’re going to try to bring younger people back to live and work in our community, and help them be successful. We also want to retain the people and businesses that we already have here. That, too, will be a lot of work; however, we have the people in government supporting our efforts. “It all won’t be done in a day, but it would never get done if there wasn’t confidence that the Keystone Community program works. It does.” Dainty can be reached at (814) 3551501, extension 16, or vdainty@bellefonte. net.

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PCN AIRS 50 hours of the Pennsylvania Farm Show every year. “It’s our Super Bowl,” said the network’s Joel Bechtel.

Pennsylvania Cable Network sets the standard nationwide By HARRY ZIMBLER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The Pennsylvania Cable Network has raised public affairs content to a whole new level, according to Joel Bechtel, senior vice president for marketing. Bechtel recently was in State College to address the Rotary Club of State College, Downtown. “PCN provides a model for all cable networks in the nation,” said Bechtel. “For example, Pennsylvania is the only state where all statewide sport championships are televised.” PCN currently reaches 3.3 million cable households which translates to 10 million viewers. It is what Bechtel describes as a 24/7, 365 network. The creation of PCN, which has roots in Penn State Public Television, is the result of a cooperative effort among the state’s cable operators. One of the most surprising programming success stories, said Bechtel, is the popularity of the Pennsylvania Farm Show. “We put 50 hours of the show on television,” he said. “It’s our Super Bowl.” Another highly successful program offering on PCN is the annual remembrance of the Battle of Gettysburg. “We offer the Battle of Gettysburg Battle

Logs, every July 1, 2 and 3. It’s fascinating that every year Civil War groups all over the world watch. They subscribe to PCN just to get that,” Bechtel said. In addition to reaching viewers on cable, PCN generates revenue by selling products such as DVDs of the Gettysburg shows. “That’s our No. 1 seller,” said Bechtel. PCN is, by far, the largest statewide public affairs channel in the nation. And not a single dime of tax dollars goes to fund it. PCN receives 13 cents per viewer from a cable bill, compared with the more than $6 per viewer ESPN receives. The television landscape is changing and PCN is well-positioned to serve its viewers, according to Bechtel. “The technology will change. One thing that will never change is the fact that content is king.” The network is developing PCN Select, a service that will offer content across many different platforms and devices. “We need to move into an a la carte world where your pay for what you want, not what you don’t want,” he said. PCN just inked a deal with ROKU, a video-streaming service. “Wireless technology will continue to increase in the market,” said Bechtel. “We feel what we do is important, and we produce our own content.”

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One of those people she met was the owner of the Auto Connection, a lay-down publication dedicated to automobile sales. “I sold advertisements for awhile for them,” said Dainty. “It really gave me more contacts in the area and allowed me to move into other areas I was interested.” After a short stint with the Auto Connection, Dainty returned to the Bargain Sheet to sell advertisements, and she kept that position until 2004, when she decided enter the publishing field for herself. The Bellefonte Gazette was born. “I loved doing that little paper,” remarked Dainty. “I think it was simply because it was about my hometown and all the great people and businesses in it.” Dainty said she dedicated her life to the paper. “I had to do it all,” she said. “I wrote, I took photographs, I sold advertising and I designed it every week. I loved every minute of it.” Dainty continued to write about her local community, and she was also elected onto Bellefonte Borough council. She resigned from her council seat in 2013 when she accepted the position of Keystone Community Development coordinator. The newspaper was then bought by Indiana Printing and Publishing, the parent company of Barash Media, and was renamed The Centre County Gazette. “It just all fell into place for me,” said Dainty. “The position opened up at the perfect time, and I knew I would be a great candidate for the job. Others must have felt the same way because I was hired and started work in December 2013.” The Keystone Community Development coordinator position is a compliment to the state’s Main Street programs. Dainty said the difference is that a Main Street manager is fully focused on downtown communities and a KCD coordinator spends about 60 percent of their time on downtown projects and the other 40 percent is used for planning and zoning. “The first thing I had to do was get the designation of a Keystone Community for Bellefonte,” said Dainty. “This took about a year to do, but it was well worth it. Being designated allows us to enter into state

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Group donates proceeds from sandwich sale to Undines By CHRIS MORELLI editor@centrecountygazette.com

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GROUNDHOG CLUB co-handler Ron Ploucha holds Punxsutawney Phil during the annual celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney on Feb. 2. The handlers say the furry rodent has failed to see his shadow, meaning he’s “predicted” an early spring.

Local meteorologists agree with Phil’s prediction By ALEXA LEWIS news@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The Iowa caucuses didn’t stray too far off from the forecast and it looks like the same goes for the event that followed, Groundhog Day. Punxsutawney Phil surfaced from his hole on Feb. 2 at Gobbler’s Knob and he did not see his shadow. That means the famous prognosticating groundhog has “predicted” an early spring for the 18th time in a tradition that started 130 years ago. So, should we listen to Phil’s prediction? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration crunched the numbers and reported that the groundhog doesn’t appear to have any predictive skills, at least in recent years, but this year the furry rodent may not be too far from the truth. It turns out local meteorologists are expecting a winter much less brutal than last year’s for the central Pennsylvania region. “Whereas last year it was relentlessly cold all of February, this year there will be a few shots of cold, but it won’t have the same strength,” said Bob Smerbeck, a senior meteorologist at AccuWeather.com. He said after a few rounds of colder air push through the area through the second week of February, temperatures should rebound for the rest of the month. Weather could get chilly again in early March, but then higher temperatures will set back in for the rest of the month.

“Last year we had somewhat of a hangover where the cold lasted into March, but we don’t see that happening this year,” Smerbeck said. March 2015 averaged 4 degrees lower than the month’s mid-40 average high, but this year Smerbeck and his team are predicting that March will land 1.5 degrees higher than average in central Pennsylvania. In terms of snow, the season isn’t shaping up to be much of anything either. This winter, the State College area has had just shy of 9 inches of snow, but by this time the average winter has already seen more than 20 inches of snowfall. There is a chance of additional snow events this February, but odds are snowfall totals for the season will stay below average. But, don’t be so quick to thank Punxsutawney Phil for an early end to winter. This year’s El Nino has had many meteorologists predicting a mild winter all along. Generally speaking, an El Nino, which is caused by a warming effect off the Pacific Ocean near the equator, promotes above-average temperatures in the Northeast. Back in December and into January, several meteorologists told the Gazette that winter was already off to a slow start with the month averaging almost 5 degrees higher than average. “You go back to last year and it was a total different story. It was much colder this year up to this point in the winter,” Smerbeck said.

Oscar, from page 4 if they get the roles and the Oscars, then they get the platform and they can make changes from up high,” Nichols said. Nichols said one student in her Gender, Diversity and the Media class said that winning an Oscar gives actors, producers and writers a voice that can influence the community. But the “voices” of women and people of color are diminished with inadequate representation in awards such as the Oscars. The issue goes well beyond the Oscars, Nichols said, pointing to a problem with the pool of actors chosen for Hollywood movies. There are more movies written for white male leads, she said.

BELLEFONTE — Bellefonte believes in giving back to its own. On Feb. 1, the Bellefonte Area Education Support Personnel Association did just that, presenting a check to Undines Fire Company. Once again, a sandwich sale was held to raise money. “Proceeds from the sandwich sale last year have allowed the association’s members to make contributions to our local community,” said Judy Ripka, who works in accounting/bids for the Bellefonte Area School District. The amount of the check was not disclosed. That is a policy, according to Ripka. She did say, however, that the sandwich sale was a “huge success.” Last year, proceeds from the sandwich sale went to Faith United Methodist Chuch in Bellefonte. “Our contribution to Faith helped pro-

vide Christmas dinners to over 800 individuals,” Ripka said. This year, the association decided to donate proceeds from the sandwich sale to Undines. “The Undines Fire Company received a donation to recognize and support their outstanding work and dedication to keeping our community safe. We are just trying to do a yearly fundraiser so we can give back to our community and Undines was first on our list,” Ripka said. The Bellefonte Area Education Support Personnel Association is composed of 180 members. Ripka said that the union feels it is imperative to give back to the community in which they work. “The union considers helping out the community as their way to paying it forward for being school district employees supported by the taxpayers of the community,” Ripka said. The sandwich sale is a labor of love, but Ripka said that it is worth it. “You get a great feeling for giving back,” she said.

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THE BELLEFONTE AREA Education Support Personnel Association presented a check to Undines Fire Company on Feb. 1. Pictured, from left, are Brent Meckley, Jordan Parks, Bill Shaffer, Rob Fowler, Ryan Vanhuakin, Wes Fouse, Vic Wilson, Vicky Confer, Judy Ripka and Dale Dixon.

Nate Pentz, also a Penn State student and president of the LGBTA Student Coalition, joined in the conversation when he said that the controversy sparked by the Oscar nominations is not limited to color. “The second issue is that there are a number of LGBT roles, but those roles are not going to someone who is LGBT,” Pentz said. Neither Cate Blanchett or Rooney Mara, co-stars in the 2015 romantic drama “Carol,” identify as lesbians. Eddie Redmayne, lead actor in the 2015 drama film “The Danish Girl,” is not transgender, although he portrays Lili Elbe, one of the first people to have gender reassignment surgery. There were, however, a number of what critics considered Oscar-worthy movies and actors that were snubbed

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employees are stepping forward to We’ve all seen the commercials talk about a culture of excess in the on TV. A celebrity spokesperson or a administrative offices of the Woundperson who has benefited from the ed Warrior Project — conferences at services offered allows his or her face high-end resorts, extravagant dinners or voice to be used to support a cause and “perks” for employees disguised or charity. as teambuilding, lavish catering for The commercial offers compelling staff — while the stated mission and narration, pictures or video to demactual programs for veterans only onstrate the impact that the charity gets 59 cents of each dollar donated. can have on people (or animals) in Given the state of government supneed. It ends with a plea for donaported veterans services, tions and, sometimes, the the alleged misappropriaoffer of a blanket or T-shirt tion of funds designated to in exchange for a monthly help our wounded vets was donation. the ultimate insult on top The Shriner’s Hospital for of injury. Children is one that particuIt happens more often larly sticks out for me. Shrithan one would hope. Exner’s Hospital is an amazing travagant salaries. Mismedical care facility where appropriation of funds children with chronic issues to feed the organization or acute diagnoses like canrather than the people cer are treated without costs or causes that they serve. to the family. The mission of Conference and meeting this organization is without travel. Money spent on question. raising more money than Despite the significant on helping those in need. overhead and administra- Patty Kleban, It is appalling. Misdeeds tive costs to run a specialty who writes for and misuse of charitable hospital, they report that 80 StateCollege.com, donations in the news percent of their donations is an instructor can have a ripple effect on go directly to support the at Penn State, other organizations and stated mission of the pro- mother of three and a community can negatively impact how gram. Unfortunately, the volunteer. She is a we give. commercials that they use Penn State alumna After reading the article to solicit donations, in my who lives with her on the Wounded Warrior opinion, are somewhat ex- family in Patton Project and the plans for ploitive of those children. Township. Her a full investigation by the While there is no doubt that views and opinions authorities, I did some an adorable little boy asking do not necessarily for donations to help “chil- reflect those of Penn digging. There are some very reliable organizations dren like me” is probably an State. which offer ratings and effective fundraising tool, I information on their website about wonder what that little guy and the many of the national charities. A visiothers on the commercial learn about tor to the sites can find out reports their value and what defines them of revenue and donations, expendiafter participating. tures, CEO salaries, and a review of If you sign up to participate in the the organization’s transparency in its monthly donation program at Shribusiness practices. ner’s, they send you a blanket to, as It is nothing short of shocking. For the commercial goes, remind you of example, the American Society for your generous donation. These camthe Prevention of Cruelty to Animals paigns work. In their last report, Shri(ASPCA) uses the heart-wrenching ner’s took in more than $266 million commercials featuring pictures and in contributions. videos abused animals in cages or Last week, one well known charchained outside in the snow. As an ity was in the news for allegations of animal lover, I’ve been tempted to financial irresponsibility and lavish make the donation. Donate to the staff spending. People who support ASPCA each month and you get a tand work with wounded servicemen shirt as a gift. According to Charity and women have long heard rumors Navigator, the ASPCA of North Amerabout the disproportionate adminisica took in over $171 million dollars trative and fundraising costs reported and reported that they used about 61 by the Wounded Warrior Project. CBS percent of that to support the proNews reported last week that former

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Senate vote needed on FDA nominee By the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Robert Califf, the deputy commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, was a cardiologist and researcher at Duke University. He is also President Barack Obama’s choice to head the FDA, the federal agency that regulates the industries that produce medicine, food, tobacco, cosmetics and other products. Although Califf’s nomination was approved with a unanimous voice vote on Jan. 12 by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, it is facing rough sledding with other senators. Several have promised to stall the appointment for their own reasons. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, wants assurances from the FDA that genetically modified salmon will be labeled as such. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, the Democratic presidential candidate, is concerned the nominee won’t fight the pharmaceutical industry on drug prices. Sen. Edward Markey, D-Mass., says the FDA must take tougher action against the abuse of opioid painkillers. Senators are entitled to object to White House nominees, but Murkowski, Sanders and Markey have gone further and placed holds on the appointment. A hold is a maneuver permitted by Senate rules that allows a single lawmaker to block a measure from receiving a floor vote. It is often used as a partisan weapon, in which a senator from one party can hold hostage the appointment of a president from the other party. Last month, no fewer than 28 Obama nominees — for judgeships, ambassador posts, terrorism finance specialist and high-level State Department positions — were on ice in the Republican-led Senate, some of them via holds. The holds on this nomination aren’t partisan payback, but they’re just as insidious because they deny the full Senate a chance to vote. There may be sound reasons to reject Califf’s promotion to the top FDA job. Some senators, for instance, consider him too cozy to the drug industry since he received $29,000 in fees, travel, meals and other payments from pharmaceutical companies while at Duke in 2014. That’s all the more reason for a floor vote, up or down — not a hold that keeps the Senate from doing the people’s business.

gram. The ASPCA used 38 percent of that money to continue to raise additional monies and spent 5.8 percent on administrative costs, including a $310,000 salary for their current CEO and a $672,000 salary for the former CEO. They ended the year with a $1.4 million deficit. No one can say that helping animals in need is a bad thing. Throwing your money into a very large pot with a heavy focus on getting more money and the administration of people to organize the programs and staff instead of providing the advertised programs is arguably not a good idea. Centre County PAWS or Pets Come First serve animals in need right here in Centre County and their programs, services and organization are smaller and therefore offer more accountability. Most will agree that management and fundraising are important parts of any charity. At what point, however, does feeding the organization become more than the mission? The answer should be never. In just over two weeks, University Park will again be the focus of students, alumni and the media when THON 2016 kicks off. THON, touted as the largest student run philanthropy in the world, brings attention and donations to the Four Diamonds Fund — a program that helps support the families of children with pediatric cancer in addition to paying staff and researchers in the area of treatment. Because of the volunteer nature of THON, recent reports show that more than 96 percent of the funds raised go toward the program and that under 4 percent of the money raised goes to operations, development and event management. That sounds like a good place to send my money. The Wounded Warrior Project started out as a solid organization and its national campaign has drawn attention to the need to provide for and support our wounded veterans. At some point along the way, the organization lost its focus and its mission became secondary to the organization itself. In this writer’s humble opinion, donations of time, talent and treasure that stay local have the greatest impact and less of a chance of getting used for the wrong thing. From kids with cancer to animals to veterans, there are groups and charities locally that need our help.

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It’s time to teach children sledding safety measures HERSHEY — When snowflakes begin to fall, kids of all ages — from toddlers to teens — get excited about sledding down hills covered in the white stuff. The recent snowstorm in the eastern United States brought significant amounts of snow that will keep kids entertained outdoors for days, if not weeks, to come — but it’s important for parents to teach their children important safety measures to prevent injury while having fun. According to the Center for Injury Research and Policy, bruises, cuts and broken bones are the most common sledding injuries, but head and neck injuries also frequently occur. Shannon DePatto, a health educator with the Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention Program at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital, said sledding safety starts by making sure children are dressed in layers, with their hands, heads and feet appropriately covered. Because head injuries are among the most common sledding risks, she recommends children wear bicycle helmets if they don’t have a winter sport helmet. “It’s something that seems so simple, but in the event of an accident, a head injury is going to be the No. 1 issue,” she said. DePatto also recommends using only sleds that can be steered, and staying away from tubes, discs, lunch trays and

cardboard. “If they can’t be steered, they aren’t safe,” she said. Children younger than 5 can go down smaller hills with an adult, but older children should sled solo and avoid tying sleds together or hanging onto each other. The best way for a toddler to enjoy the snow is to be pulled along a flat surface by an adult. Although it might seem fun to go down a hill head-first, backwards or on your stomach, sitting upright and sledding feet-first is the safest way. If you lose control of your sled, let go and roll to the side rather than trying to hold onto the sled and ending up with an injury. And never ride in a sled pulled by a motorized vehicle. When sledding in groups, children should be taught to walk back up the hill off to the side — away from where others are sledding down — to avoid collisions. Parents should also be smart about selecting a location for their children to sled. DePatto said it’s especially important to make sure there is enough flat area at the bottom of the hill for the sled to come to a stop before entering a roadway or hitting fences, trees, vehicles or other obstacles. “If you are going down a very steep hill and there is no room to stop until you hit an object, that is obviously going to cause injury,” she said.

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Geisinger researchers identify 17 genes Annual ‘Wear Red’ related to developmental brain disorders luncheon set DANVILLE — A recent study led by a team of researchers at Geisinger Health System’s Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute identified 17 new genes causing autism and other related brain disorders, including intellectual disability/developmental delay, epilepsy, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Dr. Christa Lese Martin, director and senior investigator of ADMI and senior author of the study, noted that “the identification of new genetic causes of brain disorders, such as autism, is increasing our understanding of their underlying biology which will ultimately lead to targeted therapies. We now know that at least 40 to 50 percent of brain disorders are caused by a genetic change in a person’s DNA, and studies like ours are adding to this knowledge.” The study, published online in the Journal of the American Medical Association Psychiatry, used “data mining” of the scientific literature, including close to 400 studies. The team carried out an evidence-based analysis that looked for multiple individuals with autism or other related brain disorders who have a genetic change in the same gene. As the number of individuals identified increased for a particular gene, so did the evidence for changes in that gene to be causative of a brain disorder. Using this approach, 241 genes were identified, including 17 that have not previously been shown to cause autism or other brain disorders. To provide an easily accessible resource for researchers and clinicians, the group created an online gene database with all of their findings, which can be accessed at www.geisingeradmi.org/dbdgenes. The study shows that changes in the same gene can

result in different brain disorders, which in turn can help researchers understand the basis for the disorders and explore genetically based treatments, said Dr. Andrea GonzalezMantilla, postdoctoral fellow at ADMI and a co-author of the study. According to Dr. Andres MorenoDe-Luca, an investigator at ADMI and another co-author, by studying medical information from people with what seemed to be six differCHRISTA LESE ent medical conditions, the research MARTIN team was able to identify 17 genes that may cause brain disorders, genes that might not have been identified if the brain conditions were studied separately. “This further supports the notion of a genetics-first approach for developmental brain disorders research,” Moreno-De-Luca said. “Geisinger is committed to utilizing the rapidly advancing understanding of genes involved in autism and other brain disorders to improve DAVID patient health and well-being through LEDBETTER personalized and precision care, and eventually, new treatments,” said Dr. David H. Ledbetter, Geisinger executive vice president and chief scientific officer, who also was a co-author on the paper.

HUNTINGDON — The auxiliary to J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital is teaming up with the hospital’s Women’s Heart Health Initiative to sponsor the ninth annual Wear Red Day Luncheon, in honor of February being “Heart Health Month.” The luncheon will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, in the Ellis Hall Ballroom at Juniata College. The featured speaker will be Dr. Nikhil Jaik, a heart surgeon from PinnacleHealth, sharing the presentation, “Death, Women and Cardiovascular Disease: Will You Be a Statistic?” Jaik will be addressing heart disease in women, common heart conditions and treatments, and what to expect along the way if you or a loved one faces heart surgery. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at J.C. Blair’s information desk at Curves of Huntingdon or online by visiting www.jcblair.org/wearredday. Auxiliary membership information, educational materials, raffle prizes and more will be available at the luncheon. Seating and parking are limited. For more information, visit www.jcblair.org/ community/auxiliary.php or call (814) 643-8833.

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Stick to your weight loss goals with these tips Deciding to lose weight is a great first step toward wellness. But goal setting is the easy part. Staying on the weight loss track and maintaining that weight loss are where the challenges begin. Here are 10 tips to help you get started and stick with it long-term. ■ Drink up Hunger and thirst can often be confused, so stay hydrated. But, remember, beverages are not a place to splurge on a ton of calories. Drink water. For a flavor boost, add fresh fruit slices or mint leaves. ■ Snack mindfully It is all too easy to derail an otherwise flawless diet by binging at snack time. Be mindful of your snacks, and make sure they offer nutritional value and are designed to keep you satisfied until your next meal. ■ Sleep Studies show a link between sleep deprivation and excess pounds. While there are many theories as to why this is, at the very least, getting enough sleep will promote clear-headed, healthful choices throughout the day. ■ Jump start your weight loss Studies show that early weight loss is a predictor of long-term weight loss success. Look for diets and programs that keep you motivated. ■ Eat small Research suggests that eating smaller, balanced meals throughout the day promotes greater weight loss and maintenance. Schedule meals every two to three hours, six

times a day. ■ Get moving Exercise doesn’t have to be daunting. Get started with 10-minute sessions, three times a day. Movement sets your metabolism in motion, so make sure it’s a consistent part of your weight loss efforts. ■ Eat out, right Restaurant portions can be monstrous. Set aside half the meal and save it for later. Avoid key menu terms such as “breaded,” “fried,” “crispy” and “smothered.” At buffets, fill your first plate up entirely with greens before moving on to other options. ■ Embrace setbacks Sometimes, diets get temporarily thrown off course by a missed workout or a second slice of birthday cake. Rather than throwing in the towel entirely, view the setback for what it really is, a temporary hiccup. ■ Be accountable Keep a food and exercise diary to reinforce good habits. Log food, drinks, activity, weight and more to stay accountable. ■ Seek support Weight loss and maintenance is no cakewalk. Turn to weight loss counselors, dietitians and online communities for support with your weight loss journey. With the right attitude and the right tools, you can finally lose the weight for good. — Content courtesy StatePoint.net

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Welcoming the harsh winter weather can be daunting, but now is a great time to erase the skin damage the summer has left behind and prepare for the coldest months ahead. We all know that cold and dry air causes our skin to dehydrate, but there are a few tried and true ways to achieve good skin care during the winter months. If you’re like most of us, winter’s brisk air leads to dry, itchy, irritated, flaky and cracked skin, not just on our faces, but on our knuckles and hands, too. If you already limit your outdoor time during the winter, know that indoor heating also zaps skin’s moisLashelle ture. A good tip is to use a humidifier Kuhlman, licensed in your home to put some moisture aesthetician, works back in the air. You can also moisturat Mount Nittany ize your hands directly after washing, Physician Group or choose a thicker, more hydrating Reconstructive & cleanser to wash with. Cosmetic Surgery. Next, exfoliate your face and neck. It is important to exfoliate your skin two to three times per week. When we exfoliate, we are sloughing off old, dead skin cells and it sends a message to the skin to produce more collagen and bring out new skin cells. It also allows products we are using to penetrate deeper and do their jobs, rather than sit on the surface of our skin. Your skin will look bright and fresh after exfoliating. If you’re new to exfoliation, or if you aren’t confident in your technique, many professional cosmetic offices offer exfoliation through the use of light chemical peels and microdermabrasion. These treatments will smooth and refine your skin and allow for maximum moisture absorption. Now that you’ve exfoliated, moisturizing is very im-

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portant. Moisturize day and night, and don’t be afraid to switch to a moisturizer that is richer and creamier to deliver intense hydration. For individuals with dry and normal skin, I recommend a moisturizer with humectants, which help the skin retain moisture. Look for products that contain shea butter, squalene and sodium hyaluroante. If you have oily skin, it’s still vital to moisturize. Use an oilfree moisturizer that does not contain mineral oil, as it will clog your pores. Avoiding the outdoors in the harshest weather isn’t always possible, and if you’re prepared, there’s no reason to stay cooped up inside all winter. Before heading outside into the cold air, ensure your skin is properly moisturized, as discussed above. Also, wear proper winter clothing — hats, neck warmers/scarves, gloves and sunglasses for bright winter sun. A good tip for your hands is to apply a thick balm, then cover your hands with a glove liner and then a glove. The added layers offer more protection and will trap the moisture in your hands. Also, don’t forget your lips. A good lip balm containing SPF to prevent damage is essential. And, when temperatures drop very low, avoid long stays outside as this could lead to frostbite or hypothermia, which could become a medical emergency. Hands down, the biggest misconception about skin care this time of year is that you don’t need to apply SPF in the winter. That is false. SPF is not just for sunny, summer months. The reality is that UV rays are present all year, and harmful rays reflect off the snow. This just accelerates the aging process. In higher elevations, it is believed that the presence of UV rays actually increases and time spent outside enjoying sports such as skiing raise the risk of skin damage due to sun exposure. Apply at least an SPF 30 and reapply every two hours when outside to protect your skin. For more information, call Mount Nittany Physician Group Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery at (814) 2317878 or visit www.cosmetic.mountnittany.org.

Tips to prevent and treat cold sores Did you know that the cold sore virus is very common? In fact, eight out of 10 people have it. And, if you’ve ever had one, you already know that an outbreak can be painful and unpleasant. Itching, burning, tingling and blisters are some of the symptoms associated with cold sores, and many people are especially susceptible to them during cold and flu season. Blisters or sores usually appear when your body’s defenses are down — when you are stressed, or your immune system is weak — making you especially vulnerable this time of year. There is no cure for cold sores, but you can take steps to prevent an outbreak and manage the symptoms. Here is what to know.

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Among other harmful effects to skin, excess sun exposure can trigger cold sores, no matter what the temperature is outdoors. In the cooler months, take steps to limit sun exposure as you would during summer. This includes wearing a lip balm with SPF protection. Work to keep your immune system strong all season. Eat a well-balanced diet, exercise and get sufficient rest every night.

A lot of stress can also be a trigger for a cold sore. Whether it’s a bubble bath, yoga session or an evening on the couch watching TV, make sure your schedule includes some quality down time.

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Most symptoms go away in seven to 12 days. Before a blister appears, you may feel tingling or burning on your upper or lower lip. This is called a “prodrome,” a signal that a cold sore is imminent. This is the best time to make sure you have a trusted cold sore treatment on hand. You can help to ease symptoms at the site of the sore with an over-the-counter medication. Remember, the cold sore virus is contagious, particularly during the open sore stage, so wash your hands regularly in order to prevent spreading the infection to others. Also, avoid sharing glasses or utensils that may spread the virus. Sadly, kissing is also on the list of things to avoid. In the winter, take extra precautions to prevent cold sore outbreaks. And if you do suffer from these painful symptoms, remember, there are many ways to ease discomfort. — Content courtesy StatePoint.net

Mount Nittany to offer mental health first aid course STATE COLLEGE — The Jana Marie Foundation is introducing the Youth Mental Health First Aid Program to the Centre County community from 9 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. at Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave. in State College. The course demonstrates a five-step action plan to help

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Student adds to experience with role at Senior Bowl UNIVERSITY PARK — From coast to coast and many places in between, one Penn State student has chased his career dream with passion and persistence from the moment he stepped on the University Park campus. This week, Ryan Stevens’ pursuit has taken him to Mobile, Ala., where he’s volunteering at the Senior Bowl, a seasonending showcase for college football players with NFL aspirations. Two Penn State standouts, defensive linemen Carl Nassib and Austin Johnson, earned spots in the game. Stevens, also a senior, earned his weeklong opportunity, too. Like those on the field, he did so with persistence and talent. A native of Bloomington, Ill., with family members spread all across Pennsylvania, Stevens matriculated to Penn State in 2012 and immediately got involved. He joined ComRadio, the Internet-based radio station in the College of Communications, and consistently gained experience and responsibility. He covered the NFL Draft for ComRadio in 2015 and this year he is one of the station’s sports directors. Stevens completed his on-campus work with internships at ESPN Radio 1450 in State College and with USA Track and Field

in Indianapolis. He also served as a media relations volunteer for USA Basketball during the FIBA World Cup of Basketball and with the NBA during the 2015 All-Star Weekend in New York City. At the Senior Bowl, Stevens has several duties, including creating player journals of USC quarterback Cody Kessler and Oklahoma wide receiver Sterling Shepard, transcribing news conference quotes and supporting media members covering the practices and game. His work appears on the Senior Bowl website and helps media members do their jobs. Stevens has also been posting on Twitter using the handle @NFLDraftShow as part of the buildup to ComMedia’s annual coverage of the NFL Draft. ComRadio is the only collegiate media entity to cover every round of the draft from start to finish. “This is almost the culmination of everything I’ve been able to soak in at Penn State during my four years,” Stevens said. “I don’t have a lot of time left in State College as an undergraduate, and I hope I’ve been able to work as diligently as possible to shine the best possible light on myself, Penn State and the College of Communications wherever my work has taken me.”

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Students play important role in film project UNIVERSITY PARK — A Penn State faculty member’s film project has moved closer to completion thanks to the contributions of several students. “The Turn Out,” based on two years of investigation and research by filmmaker Pearl Gluck, attempts to bring awareness to the realities of domestic sex trafficking at local truck stops. Set in southern Appalachia, truck drivers and sex trafficking survivors comprise some of the cast for the film. Several Penn State film-video students played key roles in the film’s production. From principal photography and on-location shoots in Ohio and West Virginia to post-production and promotion, the students have gained valuable hands-on experience supporting the film, including creating a teaser of the film for its related fundraising campaign. Because faculty filmmakers in the College of Communications consistently complement their classroom duties by producing films — in documentary, narrative and experimental styles — students regularly get the opportunity for valuable professional experience. In this instance, Gluck thinks the message of the film adds even more value. “I believe this film has the power to spark, educate and inspire a much needed discussion about the underlying causes of sex trafficking right here in America,” Gluck said. “The film raises questions of women’s agency and victimization, and counters the misconception that trafficking predominantly involves girls and women who come from outside the United States. The film highlights that a majority of the women committing a ‘crime’ of solicitation are actually forced into it.” One student, senior film-video major Allen Rounsley, who is currently completing a semester-long internship as part of the inaugural Penn State Hollywood Program, worked closely with film editor Kristan Sprague. Sprague, with a long list of film credits, was nominated for a 2015 Film Independent Spirit Award for his editing work. “It was a huge learning experience for me. Working on this film helped me get my feet wet working with industry-level filmmakers,” Rounsley said. “From working with Kristan as an assistant editor to editing the trailer, I learned so much and gained a greater appreciation for the postproduction process. I’m excited to be behind a film bringing light to a very important issue, and I am proud of what I was able to do for the film.” Among the half-dozen students who helped with the film was Brandon Scotland, who earned his degree in May 2015. He said the project was a springboard that helped launch him into the film-video industry. “Working with Pearl on ‘The Turn Out’ was an opportunity to apply the sum of my filmmaking experience and my Penn State education on a project of substance with

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degree in sports administration. Stevens’ mother, Beth, was a Penn State alumnus. She died five years ago. His father, Scott, moved to Pennsylvania from Indiana two years ago and his older brother, Matt, sill lives in Indiana.

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FILM-VIDEO MAJOR Jon Barden, who graduated in December, starts a shooting session for “The Turn Out.” a great story and real production constraints,” Scotland said “I was honored by the responsibility, took ownership, pushed my limits, and it helped me to achieve more than I previously thought I was capable of doing. It set the stage for my post-college work ethic and opened the door to the work that I’ve since accomplished as an assistant director.” Key organizations that have helped inform the film project were the Athens Child Advocacy Center in Ohio and Truckers Against Trafficking. Gluck’s work also earned support from the Institute for the Arts and Humanities at Penn State. Gluck joined the Penn State faculty in 2004, bringing a valuable mix of professional and teaching experience after previously teaching at Ohio University, Indiana University, Emory University and Rutgers University. She has taught courses on screenwriting, production, directing, film criticism, film studies and Jewish studies. She has also conducted independent studies for graduate and undergraduate students, and has advised thesis projects. Through her classes and her filmmaking, Gluck explores themes such as autobiographical film and representations of class, gender and faith in cinema.

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Kards for Kids tourney raises money for charities By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The 16th annual Kards for Kids charity poker tournament was held Jan. 30 in the atrium of the Ramada Inn in State College. The event benefited four local organizations: Centre County YMCAs, Centre County Youth Services Bureau, Boy Scouts of America and Kid-Tech, an organization that aims to encourage and enable youth to learn about engineering and the related fields of science, technology and math. The event is sponsored by local restaurants, hotels, car dealerships, department stores, food stores and other businesses who donate prizes for the tournament winners. Tournament organizer Chip Fogelman said the top finishers get to designate which charity will receive their share of the money raised from entry fees. According to Fogelman, the tournament was conceived by his father, Ken, and two poker-playing friends 16 years ago. “They were looking for something different to do for a fundraiser, other than a golf tournament, and something we could do in the winter” said Fogelman. “The first tournament had 32 players,” said Ramada Inn director of sales and marketing Jennifer Brooks-Stahl.

“And we have 123 this year,” Fogelman added. Many of the players are local, but some hail from as far away as Ohio and Maryland. Fogelman said weather is sometimes a concern for those making the trip to State College. “We’ve had trouble with weather, but we try to get everybody in here Friday night,” he said. Brooks-Stahl said some players make it a family outing, bringing their spouses and families to the tournament. “They’re out doing other things during the tournament,” she said. “It’s really turned into a great fundraiser during an off time of the year, and allows us to raise a lot of money in a short time.” Fogelman said the tournament raised a total of $19,400 for the four organizations this year. Tournament play began at 9 a.m., with players seated in groups of eight, playing three different games: five-card draw, fivecard stud and seven-card stud. The games are timed, and the top four players at each table go on to play other winners. Each round eliminates half of the remaining players until one emerges as the top prize winner. This year’s winner was Karen Garrison, who presented Andrea Fisher, of the Centre County Youth Service Bureau, with a check for $5,000.

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KARDS FOR KIDS, a poker tournament held at the Ramada Inn, raised $19,400 for four local organizations. There were 123 players participating in this year’s event.

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Penns Valley looking for public input on school upgrades By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — The Penns Valley School District board and administrators are considering making improvements to the high school building. District superintendent Brian Griffith outlined several areas for which upgrades are a possibility including the gymnasium, cafeteria, library, administrative offices (including nurse and guidance offices), auditorium and classrooms. The building was constructed in the mid-1950s, and opened for classes in the fall of 1956. Over its 60-year lifetime, several expansions, repairs and improvements were made to the structure. Additional classrooms were added, tying together the building’s original north and west wings. The gymnasium’s floor, ceiling, scoreboard and bleachers were replaced. A new cafeteria was added on the north side, and the former cafeteria was modified into a library. The auditorium was refurbished with new seats, lighting and sound system. And, a wood chip-fired biomass boiler was installed as a heat source for the building, saving $100,000 per year in fuel costs when compared to oil-fired units. The most recent upgrade was a locker room renovation in 2013, which also included the addition of a cardio room, multipurpose room, training room and sports officials’ locker room, all located in a small addition added to the southeast corner of the building. Griffith noted this project did not require raising taxes or borrowing money, but used reserve funds to complete the work.

According to Griffith, the building is structurally sound. “Much of the building is in really great shape because we’ve maintained it properly,” he said. Griffith also noted that several maintenance projects were performed in recent years. “In the past decade we’ve done things that aren’t glamorous,” he said. “We’ve replaced the roof, the (floor) tile and the windows. We’ve done restroom renovations, locker room renovations and moved the metal shop.” Last April, the school board held a meeting during which many citizens voiced their ideas regarding the needs for facility improvement. Some people commented that the gymnasium does not have a capacity sufficient for current needs and does not have enough space surrounding the active competition area to provide safety for athletes and to allow sufficient space for coaches and the media. Others mentioned the need for permanent restrooms at the football field, replacing the portable toilets currently used. Suggested improvements to the main office area included conference rooms, a modernized nurse’s suite and space to isolate confidential files from students and visitors. Comments regarding the school auditorium included a need for air conditioning and sound system and light board upgrades. The light board and controller are still using Windows 95 floppy disk technology. Air conditioning was also suggested as a need for the cafeteria, gymnasium and classroom areas. Classroom changes are being considered to enhance collaborative

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PENNS VALLEY School District administrators have ideas for several improvements to the high school building. They are seeking community input before proceeding with any changes. learning, and upgrades to the building’s computer network and Internet infrastructure are also being considered. Griffith said the school board and administrators are looking for input from the community regarding the possible improvements. “This is a global look, and we’re asking for input — what people see as needs, what they see as strengths and what they want to see us keep,” he said. He added that the district is in a good financial

position to enact building renovations. “Penns Valley is positioned in a strong place financially. Our fund balance has grown and continues to grow,” he said. “We’ve consistently underspent our revenues, and as long as we continue to do that and live within our means, I think we’re going to have lots of opportunity here.” Those interested in commenting on the improvements can call (814) 422-2000 or email future@pennsvalley.org.

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HOWARD — A soup sale luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Howard United Methodist Church, 144 W. Main St. in Howard. Soup, rolls, beverage and pie are available for lunch and can be eaten in or purchased for takeout. Orders for quarts of soup should be made by Sunday, Feb. 14. Cost is $6 per quart and the soup comes in freezable containers. Proceeds are designated for local missions in the area. For more information, contact Patty Long at (814) 6252182 or Helen Meyer at (814) 625-2722.

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WINGATE — Bald Eagle Area Middle/High School’s student government and junior class are hosting their fourth annual Dress Event, Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the lobby of the high school. The event is a dress swap, during which participants can bring a dress to donate and receive a coupon for a free, “new-to-you” dress of equivalent style. Those donating a dress will be allowed to browse and try on dresses starting at 5 p.m. All others are invited to browse from 6 to 9 p.m. Dresses will be priced from $5 to $20. The event is open to the public. “There really are dresses available for any occasion,” said Diane Lucas, the event’s coordinator. Lucas said they even have several bridesmaid dresses that would be good for a small wedding party. Those wishing to donate can drop off dresses in Room 11 before or after school hours, up until Feb. 12, when dresses can be donated from 4 to 5 p.m. Donations of prom, semi-formal, graduation-style and casual dresses, as well as accessories such as purses and jewelry, will be accepted. Lucas, who has also been the school’s prom adviser for 13 years, started the program four years ago. Students had seen similar events happening in other area school districts and suggested bringing a dress swap to their school. Anyone unable to attend but wishing to participate should contact Lucas to set up a time to try on dresses.

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Dinner set for Feb. 12 BELLEFONTE — A special Valentine’s Day spaghetti dinner will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, at Church of the Good Shepherd, 402 Willowbank St. in Bellefonte. Cost is $6 for adults and $4 for children. Takeout is available. For more information, call (814) 355-5423.

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Auction/sale slated STATE COLLEGE — An auction and indoor garage sale will be held beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at the State College Knights of Columbus, 850 Stratford Drive in State College. The event benefits Citizens Concerned for Human Life. For more information, visit www.prolifecentrecounty. org/auction.

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Soroptimist International accepting nominations for 2016 Spirit Award By JEN FABIANO correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

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THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES exhibit “Deep Roots: The Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites,” on display through April 27, features representative images from three extensive collections in the Eberly Family Special Collections Library.

Libraries exhibit explores the Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites UNIVERSITY PARK — The University Libraries’ exhibit “Deep Roots: The Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites,” on display through April 27 in Sidewater Commons, first floor of Pattee Library, features representative images from three collections in the Eberly Family Special Collections Library. Together, these collections comprise one of the largest and most comprehensive resources on the history and culture of these Anabaptist groups in the United States. Today’s Amish, Mennonites and Hutterites are descendant sects of Anabaptists, who were early promoters of a free church and freedom of religion. This view, going back to the 15th century, was sometimes equated with anarchy and stoic traditionalism. Anabaptists are Christians who believe in delaying Baptism until the individual confesses his or her faith. The images in this exhibition are culled from three separate collections from the resources within the Special Collections Library: the John A. Hostetler papers, the Gertrude

Huntington papers and the Christopher Gaines Memorial Library collection. John Hostetler was raised Old Order Amish, not far from the University Park campus. Eventually, he left the Amish church and joined the Mennonite church. He went on to become a renowned sociologist, author and one of the leading authorities on Amish life and culture. Gertrude Huntington was a professor, field anthropologist, lecturer and researcher. She authored a number of books and articles on the Anabaptists as well as frequently collaborated with Hostetler. For her 1957 doctoral degree in social science from Yale University, she and her daughter lived in several Amish communities and recorded their lives as an anthropological study. Nancy Gaines, the mother of Christopher, donated the extensive book collection in honor of her son’s memory. She was a friend and colleague of John Hostetler. For more information on the exhibit, contact Paul Karwacki at ppk107@psu.edu or (814) 863-9870.

Award winners to sign books at Webster’s STATE COLLEGE — Several award-winning authors will be signing their books at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5, at Webster’s Bookstore Cafe in downtown State College. Every year since 2011, Eifrig Publishing, a local and international publisher, has awarded one young author the gold-medal prize for his or her writing by publishing it under the imprint YACK!, or Young Authors–Creative Kids The first year, the winner was from Germany, but for the past three years, winner have been local: ■ Grace Cousins, of Lemont, 2012, with the picture book “Polly’s Dream.” ■ Megan Irwin, of Bellefonte, 2013, with the novel “Rainchild.” ■ Veronica Emigh, of State College, 2014 with the poetry collection “Stepping Stones.” These winners will be presenting and signing their books during the next First Friday downtown, which also will serve as the kickoff for the 2016 YACK! Contest. All kids 14 and younger are invited to start working on their stories to submit by Saturday, Dec. 31, for a chance to be the next winner. All three local authors were between the ages of 11 and 14 when they submitted their manuscripts to Eifrig Publishing. “Polly’s Dream” is a creatively written and illustrated book about a penguin who wants to explore the world beyond her southern icecap and travels with Santa to the North Pole. “Rainchild” is a well-told tale of a young girl named Amelia who loses her family, but is saved by a kindly old

goblin farmer. She lives on his farm peacefully until war comes to their little village. In a tale of loyalty and identity, Amelia and the warring prince each must choose their side in this bitter war, before a choice is made for them. “Stepping Stones” provides beautiful insight into the thoughtful mind of a young teen as she reflects on philosophy, faith, love, relationships, her experiences and observations. YACK! was created by Penny Eifrig in order to encourage kids to be creative and to share their works. All submissions are available online as free ebooks in the YACK! library, and the winning books are published as paperbacks. The winning authors then choose which nonprofit is to benefit from the sale of their books. All proceeds from “Polly’s Dream” support the art department at Cousins’ current school, St. Joseph’s Academy. Proceeds from Irwin’s “Rainchild” benefit Amnesty International. And, the money raised from the sale of Emigh’s “Stepping Stones” will go to St. Jude’s. YACK! is now part of a new nonprofit that Eifrig and her team, including Elaine Wilgus, of Webster’s, is developing to help brings authors, books and creativity to more children. Random Acts of Reading will help facilitate free meet-the-author-events for kids in disadvantaged areas by engaging schools with budgets for such extracurricular events in support of their less-fortunate neighboring schools. Donations for Random Acts of Reading will be accepted at the Webster’s event as well.

STATE COLLEGE — The Soroptimist International of Centre County is seeking nominations for the 2016 Spirit Award: For Women Helping Women and Girls. Each year, the group presents the award to a woman who has worked to benefit the lives of women on a local, national or international scale. SICC is the local club of the Soroptimist International of Americas. The organization works to improve the lives of women all over the world through projects and financial support. The Spirit Award is a way to thank and encourage women in the community. The 2016 award winner will be selected in March. The winner will be presented at the group’s May dinner and business meeting at the Atherton Hotel in State College. Along with the award, the recipient will be presented with a monetary donation for the recipient’s charity of choice. Nomination forms can be found at www.soroptimistcentrecounty.org and must be submitted by Monday, Feb. 29. In the past, recipients have been Centre County residents, but the group is open to nominations of women from surrounding counties. The 2015 award winner was Michelle Hamilton, assistant director of shelter services at the Centre County Women’s Resource Center. The Women’s Resource Center is a public and social services organization located in State College that aids women who have been victims of sexual or domestic violence. Hamilton provides individual and group counseling for women and families who have become homeless due to sexual violence. Hamilton is the president of N-i-ta-nee NOW, the Bellefonte chapter of the Pennsylvania National Organization For Women, and she aids the organization in working to create equal rights for women across the nation. She also is also a member of SICC and is coordinating the 2016 Spirit Award. “There are wonderful, active women doing things in our area and I am happy to be part of highlighting their good work,” said Hamilton.

Plan available to view BOALSBURG — The Boalsburg Small Area Plan is an opportunity for residents and businesses to create a shared vision for the future of Boalsburg. The steering committee will be holding an open house at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Boalsburg Fire Hall to share the draft plan with the public. For more information, call (814) 466-6228 or visit www. harristownship.org.

Book, clothing fair planned HOWARD — St. Mark’s Lutheran Church will host a free book fair and “costless” closet event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, at the church, located at 850 Snydertown Road in Howard. The church will also hold a bake and soup sale. The event offers free books, magazines, puzzles and clothing. The church is asking those wishing to participate bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the local food bank.

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Valentine’s Day Ideas Treat your special someone to a day filled with local flare By SAMANTHA CHAVANIC correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

When most think of Valentine’s Day, cards, candy, flowers and a candlelight dinner are among those ideas that come to mind for your sweetheart. But this year, have Cupid’s arrow strike in a different way. Celebrate Valentine’s Day, the festival of love and romance, by thinking outside of the chocolate box.

SPEND THE DAY (OR WEEKEND) AT THE SPA

Picture soothing lighting and music, rose petals, champagne, a single or couple’s massage and pure pampering. You and your special someone deserve the relaxing “us” time that is away from the hustle and bustle of busy restaurants.

Locally, EsSpa offers multiple massage options for Valentine’s Day including the Couple’s Delight Package, complete with lush, comfy robes and a glass of champagne. Simply Healthy Salt Spa February specials feature Salty Chocolate Kiss, a relaxing treatment of whole body vibration, detox footbath, hot butter hand treatment and use of the Amethyst Mini BioMat. At American Chiropractic Spa and Retreat, couples can experience the Overnight Retreat, complete with an in-room Jacuzzi and two complementary spa services or a 30-minute couple’s massage. A Step Beyond Massage Therapy offers a special Valentine’s Day package including a one-hour basic couple’s massage, chocolates, roses and two gift certificates valued at $45. All massage spas in Centre County fea-

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Nothing says Valentine’s Day like wine and chocolate. Take your Valentine to see all it takes to make his or her favorite glass of pinot grigio or cabernet sauvignon, then take some sips to show your love. During Valentine’s Day weekend, Mount Nittany Winery invites you and your special someone to a wine and chocolate pairing. The event features Mount Nittany’s award-winning wines paired with delicious chocolates from the Boalsburg Chocolate Company. Seven Mountain Wine Cellars will hold a Valentine’s Day celebration featuring music by Jason Thomas from 1 to 4 p.m., sweet treats for sale, wine specials and specials by the glass, and specialty cupcakes by Andrea Fye.

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Many local restaurants feature special Valentine’s Day menus to sweep your sweetheart right off his or her feet. Harrison’s Wine Grill and Catering provides “undivided attention” on Valentine’s Day — with self-described fresh ingredients, great taste and superb service. To celebrate the special occasion, Harrison’s will offer its rustic Italian menu and to-go menu for those Valentines looking for a romantic evening at home. For a weekend staycation complete with a romantic meal, the Nittany Lion Inn offers the Very Romantic Lion package — complete with champagne, chocolates, a candlelight dinner in The Dining Room and a one-night stay in a room or suite. Want to also take in a play or concert or add other special amenities to your stay? The inn will also help you build your own unique package upon request.

How to pick the right watch for your valentine The stakes are high on Valentine’s Day. When you are shopping for just one special someone, there’s very little room for error. While flowers or chocolate are a great way to say “I love you,” you may want to indulge your love with something longer lasting. For the perfect gift, consider a timeless classic — a watch to suit his or her personal style. But remember, one watch will not fit all personalities or lifestyles. “The right watch can nurture the spirit of individuality and communicate one’s

sense of style,” said Matthew Shell, vice president of product development at watch brand Armitron. With that in mind, Shell offers these suggestions for finding the right watch for your loved one:

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PCO, American Heart Association team up for concert By G. KERRY WEBSTER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — The Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra of State College is teaming up with the American Heart Association for “Music for the Heart,” set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center Worship Hall on the Penn State campus. The Valentine’s Day performance will feature the music of Gustav Mahler, George Frideric Handel, Ronald Perera and Umberto Giordano. A portion of all ticket sales will benefit AHA. The special event kicks off with a lecture featuring guest speaker Dr. Paul Haidet, a Penn State alumnus from the Hershey Medical Center. His will discuss “The Health Benefits of Music.” Guest soloists for the event include the Concordia Choir from the Nittany Valley Children’s Choir and State College native Danya Katok, a New York-based soprano. Benjamin Firer will make his debut as PCO’s assistant conductor. He is the music director of the Central Pennsylvania Youth Orchestra and the director of Penn State’s Campus Orchestra. He is scheduled to open the concert with the “Adagietto” movement from Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. Mahler is considered one of the most romantic composers and wrote this movement as a love letter to his wife. Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 will be featured for the second half of the concert, and will be conducted by PCO’s new music director, Yaniv Attar. Attar said the symphony is a remarkable work which he sees as “a cycle of life that will take the listener through a magical journey.” He said the third movement is “one of the most beautiful pieces Mahler ever wrote.”

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YANIV ATTAR is the music director of the Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra. Following the performance, a reception featuring healthy food choices will be held at Juniper Village at Brookline. Attar will accompany Katok on guitar for two additional vocal selections. Those attending are requested to wear something red. All those in attendance will receive a small gift bag. The Pennsylvania Central Orchestra is celebrating its 25th season and the ensemble includes members of Penn State’s School of Music faculty, area professionals and students from Penn State. Concerts are held primarily in State College; however,other local communities such as Lock Haven, Lewistown, Philipsburg and Hollidaysburg have held events. The orchestra presents Handel’s “Messiah” annually and chamber music at the Seven Mountains Summer Music Fest each July. Tickets and information are available online at www.centreorchestra.org or by calling (814) 234-8313.

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White-Out Conditions

Penn State wrestlers remain unbeaten with impressive victory By ANDY ELDER For The Gazette

UNIVERSITY PARK — When whiteclad Penn State wrestling fans entered Rec Hall on Jan. 31, a white pom-pom greeted them on each seat and even on the railing around the track for standing-room-only patrons. The students who sat on a mat on one side of the main mat wore Penn State wrestling T-shirts with the expression “How Do You Do!” on the back. That was a nod to Jeff Byers’ call of Jason Nolf’s pin of Illinois defending 157-pound champ Isaiah Martinez on the Penn State Sports Network the previous weekend. And, when the Nittany Lions took the mat, they did so in their alternate white singlets, instead of their usual blue. It all added up to a White Out into which No. 8 Michigan walked. The Wolverines’ coach said he thought his guys did their part to add to the theme of the day by waving the white flag. The top-ranked Nittany Lions (12-0, 7-0 Big Ten) won eight of 10 bouts and amassed a 22-13 edge in takedowns to rough up the Wolverines (10-2, 5-1), 35-7. Michigan’s undefeated Big Ten record and seven-match winning streak both ended. “We didn’t bring enough fight and intensity to some of these bouts. I thought we would have handled that pressure a little bit better, but we didn’t. We didn’t go punch for punch with these guys. That’s the thing that was the difference in the dual,” Michigan coach Joe McFarland said. “Penn State’s great at that. They’ve obviously got a great team and a great program. That’s why they’re ranked No. 1.

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PENN STATE’S Nico Megaludis defeated Michigan’s Conor Youtsey, 10-4, on Jan. 31 at Rec Hall as the Nittany Lions won the match, 35-7. They bring a lot of fight when they step on the mat and we weren’t able to match that. That really was the difference. They were focused on scoring and in a lot of matches we were caught defending.” Michigan was caught short-handed when sixth-ranked Max Huntley developed a skin condition Saturday night and by Sunday it was bad enough that he had to forfeit to top-ranked Morgan McIntosh at 197 pounds. It was also hampered when promising 174-pounder Davonte Ma-

homes was injured giving up a first-period takedown to No. 1 Bo Nickal. Mahomes had to default the match and hobbled off the mat favoring his right knee. Neither situation helped the Wolverines’ cause, but in the final examination, the Nittany Lions brought way too much firepower to the dual. Penn State added a fall, technical fall and four decisions and won every bout between pairs of ranked wrestlers. “I think our team wrestled really well

today. There were a lot of potentially real good matches at every weight. Just overall I think our team wrestled well,” Penn State coach Cael Sanderson said. “I thought our energy level was good. It looked like they were having fun and they were enjoying that atmosphere. That’s what they came to Penn State for.” Penn State roared out to a 29-0 lead after the first seven bouts, recording three decisions, a fall, an injury default, a technical fall and a decision before Michigan could break through with a win. Fourth-ranked 125-pounder Nico Megaludis used four takedowns to fashion a 10-4 win over Conor Youtsey to start the Nittany Lions’ run. The Penn State senior three-time AllAmerican’s younger sister, Alexa, sang the national anthem prior to the dual. “I told the guys to wait (to walk out to the gym floor) until she was done singing. I didn’t want to get nervous listening to her sing. I don’t have those vocal chords. I’m lacking in that department,” Megaludis said with a smile. Penn State 149-pounder Zain Retherford disputed Megaludis’ claim. “I lived with him last year,” Retherford said, smiling sheepishly. “He can sing.” Megaludis said he’s begun to savor the atmosphere of each match in his final season. “I’ve tried, this year, to just look around at the crowd. I kind of like to look around and think, ‘Wow. This is pretty cool,” he said. “It’s awesome to start off a team with all of these guys who just wrestle hard. It’s got to be the hardest-working team that’s Wrestlers, Page 20

P-O celebrates 40th anniversary of championship By JOHN DIXON sports@centrecountygazette.com

PHILIPSBURG — It’s hard to believe that it’s been 40 years since the Philipsburg-Osceola Mounties basketball team captured the prestigious Mountain League Basketball Championship. Members of that championship-winning season were honored prior to the Jan. 29 game against Central at the Curtis Park Gymnasium in Philipsburg. In the good old days, the P-O Blue and White always fielded decent teams in all sports and were a threat to win championships. However, while posting winning seasons in football, baseball and wrestling, the boys’ basketball team would struggle to get over that proverbial hump. The 1976 team halted that drought with a 62-51 win over Chief Logan in the Huntingdon High School gymnasium Feb. 24, 1976. The previous head coach of the Mounties, Frank Pipik, had laid the foundation for what would be the nucleus of the championship team before Tom Harpst became head coach of P-O in 1975. During the 1975-76 season, Harpst and his assistants primarily used eight players who would go on to post a best league record at 12-2. That unit consisted of seniors Jerry Bailey, Jay Milsom, Duane Dotts, Keith Husted, Tim Decker, Scott Watson, Ed Reese and Mike Stevens, who passed away Dec. 7. The sophomores were Joel Watson, Mark Husted, Mark Wood, Bill Jones and Curt Bryan. There were no juniors on the team. “As we look at the historical season, the season opener against Williamsburg (6449, P-O) proved to be the coming out of the eventual Mountain League champions calling card,” said Harpst. “Tenacious defense, up-tempo offense, scrap, speed and relentless rebounding emerged in the initial win. The Mounties posted a pre-Mountain League mark of 5-3 that was highlighted by the win over Williamsburg, beating State College (78-71) at State College and wining the West Branch Christmas Tournament.” The Mounties opened league play with

a tough overtime loss, 61-60, to perennial powerhouse Huntingdon, coached by legendary George Weaver in his 24th and last season. P-O followed that tough loss by winning four straight against Mount Union, Hollidaysburg, Chief Logan and Lewistown to get back into the hunt for the first-half title. Central ended that quest with a 68-62 win at Martinsburg. The Mounties opened the second half of league play with wins over Huntingdon, Chief Logan, Mount Union, Hollidaysburg and Lewistown and then faced Central, also 5-0 in the second half. The Mounties stunned the Red Dragons 77-62, behind Bailey’s 26 points and Stevens’ 20. P-O completed its unbeaten streak with a 60-44 win over Tyrone to win the second cycle, setting up the Mountain League showdown with first-cycle champion Chief Logan. The Mounties then ended 40 years of frustration with the 62-51 win at Huntingdon. “It was just a great team effort,” said Harpst. “You just had to give everybody on the team credit. It was no one individual. It was five players on the floor. I think they were just a great credit to the community. “They kept their poise and handled the situation well. As long as they were in the program, they had been pointing to the Mountain League championship, and it’s a credit to them the way they responded to the pressure, really. “It might not have been the greatestplayed game, but it was a great win. Chief Logan surprised me mostly by playing man defense. I expected zone all the way, and obviously that worked to our advantage.” The Mounties have only won the Mountain League Championship five times. The first was in 1923, then again in 1927 and 1933. The last one prior to the 1976 title was 1936. Amazingly, a 40-year span between for the ’36 and ’76 teams that has now reached 2016 and another 40-year spread of no title in sight. The 1937 Philipsburg team — P-O was created in 1956 — ended in a three-way tie for league honors but lost to Mount Union, which in turn lost to Lewistown for the title. In the five years between 1933 and

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THE PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA boys’ basketball team captured the Mountain League title in 1965. Pictured, front row, from left, are coach Mike Bailey, Keith Husted, Duane Dotts, coach Paul Bradley, Tim Decker and Mark Wood. Back row, from left, are Bill Jones, Joel Watson, Jay Milsom, Jerry Bailey and Scott Watson. Unable to attend: Ed Reese, Mark Husted and Curt Bryan. The photo displayed in the center is of Mike Stevens, who passed away in December. 1937 the Mountaineers won the Mountain League title twice (’33 and ’36) and finished second three times. Former legendary P-O basketball coach Gerald ‘Shorty’ Davis won two Mountain League titles while playing for Lewistown in 1937 and 1938. However, Davis, was unable to capture a league crown as coach of the Mounties, but came close with the 1962 team that lost to Lewistown for the league crown in the Hollidaysburg gymnasium. The top six players for P-O that season consisted of players who resided in an area of Philipsburg know as Slabtown, five blocks from Ninth Street to the Moshannon Creek. The area was home to three baseball fields, a basketball court and more. The Slabtown players were seniors Terry Morrison, Rick McClure, Jax Henwood and Mike Crago and juniors Dave Barner and Tim Woodside. The Mountain League, incidentally, happens to be the oldest high school bas-

ketball league in the state. It was formed in 1919, with the idea coming from a teacher in Bellefonte. Teams in the league included Bellefonte, Philipsburg, Tyrone, Hollidaysburg, Mount Union and Houtzdale. The next season, 1920, saw Orbisonia take Hollidaysburg’s place, with Lewistown replacing Orbisonia in 1921. While P-O waited 40 years between Mountain League titles, original member Tyrone had a wait of 46 years before it won the league crown in 1965. The 1927 Philipsburg Mountain League championship team is also the only team from Philipsburg/Philipsburg-Osceola to make it to the state’s Final Four basketball tournament, where the Mounties lost to New Castle, 32-27, in the PIAA championship semifinals played in Penn State’s Rec Hall. Today’s Mountain League consists of Bald Eagle Area, Bellefonte, Central, Clearfield, Huntingdon, Penns Valley, Tyrone and Philipsburg-Osceola.

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Lions lock up highly rated recruiting class

HOOP SHOOT CHAMPIONS

By CLAYTON SAUERTIEG correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

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THE STATE COLLEGE Elks Lodge No. 1600 recently conducted its annual Hoop Shoot for boys and girls ages 8 through 13 at the Mount Nittany Middle School. The first-place winners advance to the North Central District Hoop Shoot, which is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 6, in Bellefonte. State College Elks exalted ruler Chris Carver, left, and Hoop Shoot director Van Arvin, right, are pictured with winners, from left, Lydia Roberts (8-9 girls), Meredith Meengs (10-11 girls), Delia Lower (12-13 girls), Finn Powers (8-9 boys), Colin Murphy (10-11 boys) and Trey Oyler (12-13 boys).

HOOP SHOOT RUNNERS-UP

UNIVERSITY PARK — Despite what many would call an average-at-best season on the field, James Franklin and his Penn State Nittany Lion football team look set to sign their third consecutive Top 25 recruiting class. Prior to Franklin’s arrival, Penn State had not signed a class inside the Top 25 since the 2010 cycle. Highlighted by elite in-state talents Miles Sanders, Michal Menet and Connor McGovern, the class is expected to be an integral part of the Lions’ return to prominence in the Big Ten Conference. Sanders is the first composite five-star recruit signed by Franklin and his staff and is considered by many to be the crown jewel of the class. The Woodland Hills high school running back chose the Nittany Lions over defending national champions Alabama, Michigan State and Pitt, as well as a bevy of other powerful offers. The strength of the class is found when looking at the offensive line. Franklin and former offensive line coach Herb Hand were able to land an elite guard prospect in Menet, an Exeter native. While Menet is currently a little undersized at 6-foot-5, 273 pounds, he possesses incredibly quick feet and great hands for someone of his age. The Lions will also sign three additional highly touted linemen, most notably McGovern. On the defensive side of the ball, Franklin and company were able to fight off Florida State and fellow Big Ten school Maryland for the signature of Under Armour All-American defensive end Shane Simmons. The composite rankings list Simmons, a product of perennial powerhouse

DeMatha Catholic in Hyattsville, Md., as the 41st ranked player nationally and the fourth best weak-side defensive end. Simmons is one of five Penn State commitments from Maryland, including fellow All-American and defensive lineman Ellison Jordan and hyper-athletic linebacker Cameron Brown, who chose the Nittany Lions over Notre Dame and USC, among others. One of the more overlooked aspects of the 2016 class for the Nittany Lions is special teams, an area where PSU struggled mightily in the 2015 season. Despite losing a commitment from elite kicking prospect Quinn Nordin, Franklin and staff were able to secure pledges from both a kicker and punter rated Top 10 nationally at their position. Punter and Georgia native Blake Gillikin picked the Nittany Lions over the home state Bulldogs, while fellow Georgian and kicker Alex Barbir flipped his commitment to Penn State from Big Ten foe Rutgers in the recent weeks. Penn State’s class currently sits ranked No. 12 in the country and the Nittany Lions will look to improve on that number on national signing day. The event, which occurs annually on the first Wednesday of February — after this issue goes to press — will see PSU learn their fate with no fewer than three uncommitted prospects. In addition to Under Armour All-American wide receiver Dredrick Snelson, the Nittany Lions are finalists for Army All-Americans Brendan Ferns at linebacker and Lavert Hill at defensive back. A few signing day surprises could see Penn State net their first Top 10 class since 2006. (Editor’s note: All numbers are according to 247Sports’ composite rankings.)

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THE STATE COLLEGE Elks Lodge No. 1600 Hoop Shoot had several runners-up. Pictured with State College Elks exalted ruler Chris Carver, left, and Hoop Shoot director Van Arvin, right, are, from left, runners-up Morgan Snelick (8-9 girls), Avery Dinges (10-11 girls), Kailen Winkleblech (12-13 girls), Sam Krasowitz (8-9 boys) and Nathan Rockower (10-11 boys).

Teener League to hold sign-ups BELLEFONTE — The Bellefonte VFW Teener League will be holding registrations for the 2016 baseball season from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, through Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Bellefonte Sports Academy,

formerly Hecla Park Skating Rink. All players ages 13 through 16 are welcome to sign up. For more information, email Tom Menges at mengests@gmail. com or call (814) 883-9313.

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Wrestlers, from page 18 ever been in college. We get everyone tired. We all have the same focus, just wear guys out and make them hate wrestling us.” Fifth-ranked Nittany Lion 133-pounder Jordan Conaway used that same attitude to decision No. 17 Rossi Bruno, 9-4. “This is my last time, my last season. I’m just using the opportunity to get better. It’s no different than any other season but I’m just trying to be grateful for having the experience I’ve had here. I think I’m still getting better, which is good,” he said. Jimmy Gulibon, ranked No. 14 at 141, shook off an early takedown by George Fisher and turned in a 9-4 decision to expand Penn State’s lead to 9-0. That set up back-to-back bouts between pairs of highly ranked wrestlers. What promised to be two hotly contested matches turned into routs. Top-ranked Retherford led No. 6 Alex Pantaleo 15-3 in the third period when the Nittany Lion hooked up a bow and arrow, torquing Pantaleo over to his back and tightening the hold to score a fall in 6:36. Pantaleo scored a takedown early in the second to close to within 3-2 but it was all Retherford after that. “Before the match I was thinking if I got taken down, ‘So what?’ I do the same stuff I always do, get off the bottom, get on my feet and get back to doing what I do,” Retherford said, countering a contention that being taken down gave him extra motivation. At 157, newly minted No. 1 Nolf used six takedowns and two sets of four-point near falls to roll up a 22-6 technical fall over No. 9 Brian Murphy in 6:15. Penn State added a 6-5 decision from Shakur Rasheed over Garrett Sutton at 165 and Nickal’s injury default win to expand its lead to 29-0. Michigan won the last two contested bouts of the match. No. 8 Domenic Abounader decisioned backup Brian Brill, 9-2, at 184. And, at heavyweight, No. 4 Adam Coon majored Jan Johnson, 15-5. Sanderson said he was pleased not only with his team’s fight, but its ability to work through adverse conditions. “Our guys generally wrestle pretty hard, and their guys wrestle hard. I don’t know if we took it out of them. We just have some guys who are going to keep wrestling,” he said. “Zane gives up a takedown, but he keeps wrestling. Nolf gave up a takedown, but he just kept wrestling That’s what we want. Conaway gave up a takedown but he kept wrestling. Jimmy gave up the first takedown but he kept wrestling. That’s what we want to see. There are seven minutes for a reason and we want to use every second of those seven minutes.” No. 1 Penn State 35 No. 8 Michigan 7 (Jan. 31 at University Park) 125: No. 4 Nico Megaludis, PSU, dec. Conor Youtsey, 10-4 133: No. 5 Jordan Conaway, PSU, dec. No. 17 Rossi Bruno, 9-4 141: No. 14 Jimmy Gulibon, PSU, dec. George Fisher, 9-4 149: No. 1 Zain Retherford, PSU, pinned No. 6 Alex Pantaleo, 6:36 157: No. 1 Jason Nolf, PSU, won by tech. fall over No. 9 Brian Murphy, 22-6 (6:15) 165: No. 17 Shakur Rasheed, PSU, dec. Garrett Sutton, 6-5 174: No. 1 Bo Nickal, PSU, won by inj. def. over No. 13 Davonte Mahomes, 1:24 184: No. 8 Domenic Abounader, UM, dec. Brian Brill, 9-2 197: No. 1 Morgan McIntosh, PSU, won by forfeit 285: No. 4 Adam Coon, UM, maj. dec. Jan Johnson, 15-5 Ridge Riley Award winner: Zain Retherford, 149 pounds Referees: Mike McCormick, Gary Kessell Attendance: 6,557 Takedowns: Michigan 22; Penn State 13 Records: Michigan 10-2, 5-1 Big Ten; Penn State 12-0, 7-0 Next match: Ohio State at Penn State, 6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 5

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STATE COLLEGE Area High School and Penn State product Jordan Norwood, shown here prior to the AFC Championship Game with the New England Patriots, will play in Super Bowl 50 in San Francisco on Sunday, Feb. 7. Norwood was a standout at State High and a walk-on for the Nittany Lions. It is his first appearance in a Super Bowl.

Looking back at 50 Super Bowls PAT ROTHDEUTSCH

A character in a poem by T.S. Eliot, J. Arthur Prufrock, once said that he counted out his life in coffee spoons. Since it is NFL championship time again, it makes you wonder how many people these days can count their lives out in Super Bowls. After all, including the upcoming extravaganza on Sunday, Feb. 7, there have been 50 of them. That’s right, 50. That is an amazing number to me, mostly because I can say, with more than a twinge of uneasiness, that I have seen them all. Live, on TV, 50 Super Bowls. In celebration then of Super Bowl Pat Rothdeutsch is 50 (not Super Bowl L, by the way, bea sports writer for cause the NFL ditched the Roman nuThe Centre County Gazette. Email him merals for this game), now might be a good time to look back and check out at sports@ centrecounty the most memorable offerings of what gazette.com now is the biggest sporting event in the world. Or, at least the ones that were the most memorable for me. I said I saw them all, and I did — except for one. I was in the Army in 1971, and I missed that one, although I did listen to it on Armed Forces Vietnam Network. It was probably not live, though. And as for the game itself, there will be more on that later. I watched the first Super Bowl, believe it or not, at a gas station in Northampton, while the two friends of mine who worked there were pumping gas. It wasn’t even called the Super Bowl in 1967 (it’s since been “Orwelled” into Super Bowl I); it was just known as the NFL-AFL World Championship Game. The game was a huge deal, with everyone dying to find out how competitive the upstart AFL was with the established NFL. Turned out, not bad. It was the Green Bay Packers against the Kansas City Chiefs, with lots of guys on the field who are now legends — Bart Starr, Len Dawson, Max McGee, Bobby Bell, Ray Nitschke, Dave Robinson (from PSU) and Buck Buchanan.

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The game was mostly competitive, with Green Bay scoring 21 unanswered points in the second half to pull away, 35-10. It wasn’t the blowout that most NFL purists expected to see. There’s more, though. The game was not sold out (61,000 at the Los Angeles Coliseum), those walking up could get a ticket for about five dollars and the halftime show consisted of the bands from the universities of Michigan and Arizona. No singers or rock groups. Nor any good commercials, as far as I remember. The story goes that someone in a radio broadcast said that the game was a “super” matchup, someone heard that, and, well, the rest is history. The Packers, with Vince Lombardi as coach, were the dominant team at the time, and they went on to win Super Bowl II as well, that time over the Oakland Raiders. The next game, Super Bowl III, matched the powerful Baltimore Colts against the upstart New York Jets in what was to become one of the defining games in the history of pro football. With the Packers cruising to wins in the first two NFL vs. AFL games (but not really), there was no way that the Jets and loudmouth quarterback Joe Namath were going to hang with the Colts. And, when Namath brashly predicted a Jets’ win, the laughs rippled across the whole country. The game began with Colts quarterback Earl Morrall, playing for the injured Johnny Unitas, throwing a sideline pass to tight end John Mackey for about a 40-yard gain. After that play, everyone wondered why the Jets even showed up. But that would be all for the Colts. Morrall went on to throw three interceptions, Namath threw darts all over the field and even Unitas could not save the day when he came into the game. The Jets won, 16-7, with the Colts not scoring until there was just slightly more than three minutes remaining on the clock. That day changed everything. All of a sudden, the game was a tossup, the leagues merged and the Super Bowl became the Super Bowl. The modern NFL was born, and every year since then the Super Bowl has been evolving into what we have now. Being a Philadelphia Eagles fan, there was not much cheer about with regard to the Super Bowl in those days. There’s not much to cheer about these days either, come to think of it. In fact, the Eagles have never won a Super Bowl and they only appeared twice in 50 years. The first was a loss to the Raiders in 1980, and in their second appearance they lost to the New England Patriots in 2004. The same cannot be said about Pittsburgh. The Steelers have played in eight Super Bowls and they won six. Some of those games have become legends, with iconic images and stunning performances. Super Bowls, Page 23

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MORELLI: WHY THE BRONCOS WILL WIN

ROTHDEUTSCH: WHY THE PANTHERS WILL WIN

s I sat and watched the AFC Championship Game a couple of weeks ago, I could only think one thing. The Pittsburgh Steelers should have been playing in the game. If not for an ill-timed fumble by a thirdstring running back, chances are that the Steelers would have met the New England Patriots in Foxboro a couple of weeks ago. It’s always fun to play the what-if game, isn’t it? But, it wasn’t meant to be. The Steelers lost to the Broncos, who now find themselves in the Super Bowl for the second time in three seasons. Denver fans can only hope that this trip turns out better than their last one, a 43-8 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLVIII. Chris Morelli is the The Broncos enter managing editor of Super Bowl 50 as unThe Centre County Gazette. Email him derdogs, and that’s unat editor@centre derstandable. The Carcountygazette.com. olina Panthers have steamrolled through their schedule and enter the biggest game of the year with an impressive 17-1 record. They were just a touchdown and two-point conversion away from being a perfect 18-0. So, do the Denver Broncos have a shot on Super Sunday? Absolutely. And here’s why: ■ Peyton Manning — Sure, Manning hasn’t always performed well on the biggest stage. He’s got a pair of ugly Super Bowl losses under his belt. For those keeping score at home, Manning is just 1-2 in the Super Bowl. He’s 1-1 as an Indianapolis Colt and 0-1 as a Denver Bronco. Simply put, he’s due for a big-time performance an a win. He should be playing under ideal conditions for a big game. While he doesn’t have a plethora of weapons at his disposal, he’s got enough. If he plays like he did against the Patriots and doesn’t turn the ball over, the Broncos have a good shot at the upset. ■ Orange Crush D — I’ll be the first to admit that the Denver defense is impressive. They shut down Big Ben and the

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Steelers — for the most part. The Steelers marched the ball up and down the field, but the Denver defense buckled down in the Red Zone, holding the Steelers to field goals instead of touchdowns. It also made life miserable for Tom Brady, who doesn’t seem to play quite as well away from the friendly confines of Foxboro. ■ Cam Newton — I’ll say it: I don’t like Cam Newton. I think he’s a punk. I don’t like the “Superman” antics after he scores a touchdown, I don’t like the excessive celebration after he picks up a simple first down and I really could do without “the dab” — some new dance move that will be popular for a month or two until the next one comes along. I’m old school. I don’t like the antics after a scoring play. Newton could take a lesson from the Hall of Famer on the other side of the field on Super Sunday. ■ Experience — Newton, like most of the Panthers, has never played in a game this big. We’re guessing that under the bright lights in San Francisco, they’ll come undone, at least early on. If the Broncos can capitalize early and get the Panthers in a hole, it could make life tough for Panthers’ coach Ron Rivera and Co. ■ Fans — OK, so the Broncos can’t hold a candle to Steeler Nation, but they’re still a pretty passionate bunch. We’re guessing they’ll outnumber the Panthers fans on Super Sunday. That could mean a bit of a home field advantage. It won’t be like Super Bowl XL in Detroit, but look for more blue and orange in the crowd than silver and black. In the end, Peyton Manning comes through. He won’t throw for 300 yards, but we like him for 250 and a couple of touchdowns. The Denver defense will force Newton into a couple of ill-advised throws. The Broncos will win the turnover battle and the game. Prediction: Denver Broncos 24, Carolina Panthers 19.

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olina gave up more yards, but the Panthers still ranked sixth in points allowed (19.3). Not a big difference. And with Peyton Manning missing considerable time this season due to injuries, the Broncos have had their problems on offense. Manning still doesn’t seem to have the arm strength he had even earlier this season, so look for the Bronco passing game to struggle against the ultra-aggressive defense of the Panthers. All this means that the Denver defense will be on the field an awful lot against the No. 1 scoring offense in the league (32.2 points per game) and the second-best rushing offense (148 yards Pat Rothdeutsch is per game). ■ Cam Newton — a sports writer for Anyone who saw the The Centre County Broncos antagonize Gazette. Email him Tom Brady last week at sports@ centrecounty in the AFC champion- gazette.com ship game knows how effective the Denver pass rush is. It was also apparent how much that pressure affected Brady, so much so that it was likely the single most important factor in the Broncos win. Brady, however, is not very hard to find. He’ll be in the pocket, and if he moves, it’s not very far or very fast. Cam Newton is in a different category altogether. That he can throw is a given (3,877 yards, 35 touchdowns), but at 6-foot-5, 245 pounds, he is also a prime athlete and he’s fast. Newton ran 132 times this season for more than 600 yards and another 10 touchdowns. And all of those, or even most, were not scrambles. Newton is extremely dangerous running the read option, a fact that the Denver pass rushers will have to account for on every play. Conventional NFL wisdom says that a running quarterback will eventually take too much punishment over a long season, but the Panthers — and Newton — don’t seem to care. The key to beating the Patriots was staying close to Brady, and Denver will have to do the same thing with Newton. Whether the Broncos can accomplish that or not is the question. In all, the stars do not seem be in alignment for the Broncos in what might be Manning’s final game. Too many things can go wrong for them on offense while their defense will be hard pressed to contain Carolina. If the game is close at halftime and into the third quarter, anything can happen. Don’t expect it. Prediction: Carolina Panthers 41, Denver Broncos 26.

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Nittany Lions face uphill battle moving forward JIM MEINECKE

UNIVERSITY PARK — After a disappointing 7-4 loss to the Michigan Wolverines on Jan. 28 at Pegula Arena, the Penn State men’s hockey team could not earn a split in New York’s Madison Square Garden on Jan. 30. The Nittany Lions lost again, 6-3, to the Wolverines. It is the first time the team has been swept in a weekend series since the MinJim Meinecke nesota series ended covers Penn State last season. Penn hockey for the State also finds itself Centre County on a three-game losGazette. Email ing streak for the first him at sports@ centrecountygazette. time since March 19 of last season. com. Many of the team’s bad habits that have crept up since December reared their ugly heads over the last three games. Combine that with some bad luck and an extremely talented Michigan team, and the writing was on the wall for the Nittany Lions. Matthew Skoff and Eamon McAdam were finally unable to cover up for some of the miscues seen in wins over Clarkson, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Ohio State. Michigan had numerous odd-man rushes in both contests, and with the talent on their roster, they made Penn State pay over and over again. Luck and streaky opponent goaltending have gone against the Nittany Lions

as well. In the second period at Madison Square Garden, as the Nittany Lions held a 3-2 lead, they could not capitalize on a three-on-one opportunity. And, Michigan’s goaltender, Steve Racine, made a great save on Andrew Sturtz on a separate two-on-one. What could have been a 5-2 commanding lead ended up staying 3-2, and Michigan went on to score four unanswered goals in the third period. Penn State’s power play is another area that has gone cold recently. Once upon a time, the power play unit was clicking at over 33 percent. After the latest games against Michigan, the unit has dropped to seventh in the country and the percentage is down to 24.27. They have failed to score on the power play in six of the last seven games and have gone just three-for-31 since Dec. 28. The Nittany Lions now find themselves six points behind Minnesota and Michigan for the lead in the Big Ten. It is hardly an insurmountable point total to overcome, but a lot of things are going against Penn State in the final month and half of the season. Late in Jan. 30’s contest against Michigan, Sturtz laid a vicious hit on Michigan forward Tyler Motte. It appeared Sturtz left his skates and hit Motte in the head with a flying elbow. It is the kind of hit that will be reviewed by the Big Ten, and many folks think Sturtz will face some sort of suspension. For a team that is having a hard time generating offense all of a sudden, the Nittany Lions can ill afford to lose Sturtz. He leads the team with 13 goals and has been one of the few consistent contributors for the Nittany Lions throughout the season. If

HEATHER WEIKEL/For the Gazette

CHASE BERGER scored for the Nittany Lions in their battle with No. 6 Michigan, but it wasn’t enough in a 7-4 loss. he misses time, it will be against one of the conference leaders, as Penn State travels to Minnesota for matches Friday, Feb. 5, and Saturday, Feb. 6. Speaking of the upcoming schedule, it will certainly do Penn State no favors moving forward. At Minnesota, the Nittany Lions need to earn a split, at worst, to keep their dreams of a Big Ten title alive. Eight of the last 10 games are on the road, including the final series of the season against the same Michigan team that just swept the Nittany Lions.

By no means is the season over for Penn State. They still have plenty of time to get back into the Big Ten title hunt, and even make the NCAA tournament. They also have the firepower and goaltending to beat any team in the nation, but if they are to do so, they will have to overcome some increasingly difficult situations. Inconsistent play, a potential of being shorthanded due to a suspension and a brutal schedule make the last month and a half of the season an incredibly uphill battle for this team.

Penn State falls to Michigan at Madison Square Garden By DANIEL CORREA correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

NEW YORK — At the first ever “Big Ten Hoops Super Saturday” game at Madi-

son Square Garden on Jan. 30, the Penn State Nittany Lions lost 79-72 to the Michigan Wolverines. With the loss, Penn State dropped back to .500, with an overall record of 11-11, a neutral site record of 1-2

and a conference record of 2-7. The Nittany Lions stand at 12th in the Big Ten Conference Standings. The Michigan Wolverines improved to 17-5 on the season and are fourth in the Big Ten. Penn State had three starters with double figures in the game. Forward Brandon Taylor lead the scoring charge with a teamhigh 24 points, while guard Shep Garner and forward Payton Banks scored 22 and 11, respectively. Taylor had three assists, Garner had four assists and Banks added two. Freshman guard Isaiah Washington also tossed in five points for the game. As a team, Penn State shot much better from the field in the second half than the first half. The Nittany Lions supplied a 48.6 field goal percentage in the second half (18-37), compared to a 32.0 percent field goal clip in the first half (8-25). Michigan earned a 48.1 field goal percentage (13-27) in the first half, and recorded 42.9 percent (12-28) in the second. Penn State and Michigan were even in “points in the paint,” with each team scoring 34. Michigan had 12 points off turnovers, 12 fast break points and seven second-chance points. Penn State capitalized on points that included nine off of turnovers, five fast break and eight secondchance. Penn State totaled eight bench points on the game, with five of them coming from Washington. Freshman forward Deividas Zemgulis had the others for Penn State. Penn State outscored Michigan in the second half, 46-41, after being outscored during the first half. Collectively, Penn State totaled a 3-point percentage of 25 in the first half,

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High school hoops season comes down the stretch By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

The 2015-16 high school basketball season is very quickly approaching the end of regular season play. Friday, Feb. 5, is actually the final night of league play for local teams (except for possible make-up games), and the announcements of playoff pairings will soon follow. Teams are also in the midst of holding their Senior Nights, and after looking at that list it becomes apparent that many familiar faces with extensive talent will soon be playing their final high school games. Here’s a brief look at what’s going on:

BIG NIGHTS

To say the least, the Penns Valley girls and boys have some important games coming up in a very, very short period of time. Here’s the situation with the boys. The Rams are 15-3 overall and 10-1 in the Mountain League. That single league loss came at the hands of Clearfield on Jan. 8, but since then, the Bison also lost a game (to Central), so the teams are now tied for first place. But that’s not the whole story for PV. Tyrone (9-2) is in second place in the league, and because of a postponement, PV has not played Tyrone yet. That will happen on consecutive days, Friday, Feb. 5, with the Rams at home, and Saturday, Feb. 6, with PV traveling to Tyrone. The Rams and the Golden Eagles will get to know each other pretty well. Penns Valley, moreover, shouldn’t have to worry about getting used to playoff pressure. The Rams essentially have three playoff games in four days. For the PV girls, it is not that bad, but they have a critical date with Tyrone as well. The Lady Rams are 15-4 overall and 11-1 in league play, one game behind, you guessed it, Tyrone (12-0). That Super Bowls, from page 20 Their rings were won in 1975, ‘76, ‘79, ‘80, 2006 and 2009. The “one for the thumb” game in 2009 was against the Arizona Cardinals in Tampa, Fla. The Steelers won 2723, which was great. What was not great was the fact that the Cardinals beat the Eagles in the NFC championship, so if the Eagles had won that game, it would have been an all-Pennsylvania Super Bowl. Too bad. Over the years there have been some great games, some OK games and some not-so-OK games. The Chicago Bears were fun to watch, and so were the Washington Redskins and the Denver Broncos. The Patriots have been the big name lately, with teams like the Seattle Seahawks, Packers, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints, Baltimore Ravens and, of course, the Steelers mixed in. Since 2005, the Patriots won three and the Giants and Steelers have two each. No one else has more than one in that time. Some teams have never won a Super Bowl. That list includes the Eagles, the Buffalo Bills, the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cleveland Browns, the Houston Texans, the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Tennessee Titans, the San Diego Chargers, the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions, the Carolina Panthers, the Atlanta Falcons and the Arizona Cardinals. The Bills and Vikings both lost four times. The Panthers this year have a chance to shrink that list, but even though they’re favored, it will be no easy task taking out the Broncos and the No. 1 defense in the NFL. The Super Bowl has had its share of clunker games, but looking at the last 10 contests, only one has been a blowout (Seattle 43-8 over Denver in 2014), and the rest have been very competitive. Two were exceptional — Ravens over the San Francisco 49ers in 2013 and the Steelers over the Cards in 09. Speaking about bad games, the one that I missed in 1971 is roundly considered to be the worst Super Bowl ever played. The Colts beat the Cowboys, 16-13, on a lastsecond field goal by Jim O’Brien. Close finish or not, this game was so bad it was known at the time by such names as the Blunder Bowl and the Stupor Bowl. There were 11 total turnovers, a missed extra point, blatant officials’ mistakes and almost 20 penalties. The Colts coughed up seven turnovers and actually won the game. Here’s how bad things were: the MVP was Chuck Howley, and he played linebacker for the losing team. He also refused the award because his team lost. Glad I missed it. No matter what happens, this year’s matchup has to be better than that. With good defenses on both sides, it might shake out to be relatively low-scoring affair, but it has great potential nonetheless. I’ll be watching.

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WORK TO DO

The State College girls’ team already celebrated its Senior Night on Jan. 29 and paid its respect to a very special group of players in its senior class — Kyla Irwin, Jesse Orndorff, Casey Witter and Abby Allen. Not that those girls are going anywhere any time soon. The 14-3 Lady Little Lions played their final Mid-Penn game at Mifflin County Feb. 2. Next is Altoona at home Thursday, Feb. 4, Hazelton (Saturday, Feb. 6), Hollidaysburg (Wednesday, Feb. 10) and Williamsport (Saturday, Feb. 13). Then the playoffs, for which that late season schedule should have them well prepared. The State College boys still have some work to do as well. After fighting back to 9-9, SC will end its Mid-Penn season with Mifflin County and then finish up with Hollidaysburg (Friday, Feb. 5), Altoona (Monday, Feb. 8) and Williamsport (Friday, Feb. 12). The Lions will be getting an early taste of post-season play because Mifflin and Altoona could very well be early playoff opponents.

OTHER TEAMS’ UPCOMING SCHEDULES

■ Bellefonte boys: Central (Thursday, Feb. 4), at BEA (Friday, Feb. 5), Jersey Shore (Monday, Feb. 8), and Shikellamy (Thursday, Feb. 11) ■ Bellefonte girls: BEA (Friday, Feb. 5) ■ BEA boys: Bellefonte (Friday, Feb. 5) ■ BEA girls: at Bellefonte (Friday, Feb. 5) ■ P-O boys: Clearfield (Friday, Feb. 5) ■ P-O girls: Juniata (Thursday, Feb. 4) ■ SJCA boys: Ridgway (Friday, Feb. 5) ■ SJCA girls: Grace Prep (Monday, Feb. 8)

High School Sports Schedule

TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

STATE COLLEGE Area High School’s Kyla Irwin has the Lady Little Lions poised for a long playoff run.

HOOP SHOOT WINNERS

Feb. 4-10 STATE COLLEGE:

Boys’ basketball — Feb. 5, at Hollidaysburg; Feb. 8, at Altoona Girls’ basketball — Feb. 4, Altoona; Feb. 6, Hazelton; Feb. 10, Hollidaysburg Indoor track and field — Feb. 5, at Kutztown Invitational Swimming — Feb. 6, at Upper St. Clair; Feb. 10, Mid-Penn Championships at Cumberland Valley Wrestling — Feb. 8, at Central Mountain

BELLEFONTE:

Boys’ basketball — Feb. 5, at BEA; Feb. 8, at Jersey Shore Girls’ basketball — Feb. 5, BEA Gymnastics — Feb. 6, DuBois Wrestling — Feb. 4, Jersey Shore

BALD EAGLE AREA:

Boys’ basketball — Feb. 5, Bellefonte Girls’ basketball — Feb. 5, at Bellefonte

PENNS VALLEY:

Boys’ basketball — Feb. 5, Tyrone; Feb. 10, at Southern Huntingdon Girls’ basketball — Feb. 5, at Tyrone Wrestling — Feb. 4, at Bellwood-Antis

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THE BELLEFONTE Elks Lodge recently conducted its annual Local Lodge Hoop Shoot for boys and girls ages 8 through 13. Pictured, from left, are winners Addison Burns (girls’ 8-9), Abby Hoover (girls’ 10-11), Mia Johnson (girls’ 12-13), Nate Hoover (boys’ 12-13), Trevor Johnson (boys’ 10-11) and Brady Wertz (boys’ 8-9), with Hoop Shoot director Bucky Quici.

PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA:

Boys’ basketball — Feb. 5, Clearfield Girls’ basketball — Feb. 4, Juniata; Feb. 5, at Clearfield Wrestling — Feb. 9, Northern Bedford

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The 1980s return in ‘The Wedding Singer’ By ANNE WALKER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Anyone who survived the days of big hair, shoulder pads, Rubik’s Cubes, fluorescent leg warmers, fingerless gloves and Day-Glo everything will relate to State College Community Theatre’s upcoming show, “The Wedding Singer.” The 1980s will return when veteran director Philip J. Vonada and his cast immerse themselves in the musical comedy, based on the Adam Sandler film of the same name. The show runs Thursday, Feb. 11, through Sunday, Feb. 14, at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave. “It’s a really funny script,” said Vonada, “and it has something for everyone.” Two SCCT newcomers will headline an energetic cast. “As a director, it’s exciting to have two people the audience has never seen before,” said Vonada. Mark Bolden, a graduate student in Penn State’s Aerospace program, will play Robbie, a hopelessly romantic vocalist who specializes in wedding entertainment. Julia, an equally lovestruck young lady portrayed by Penn State law student Kelsey Kobil,

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KELSEY KOBIL and Mark Bolden star in “The Wedding Singer,” which opens Feb. 11 at The State Theatre. has an obsession with getting married. “Robbie just wants to get married,” Bolden said, “and he goes off the deep end when he gets

dumped.” This, Kobil and Bolden agreed, leads to some rather humorous musical numbers. Robbie’s intended breaks it off with him on

Windscape’s Penn State debut features multimedia program UNIVERSITY PARK — Windscape, a self-described “unquintet,” will make its Penn State debut with the innovative program “East Meets West: A Floating World – Japan and the Impressionists” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, in Schwab Auditorium. The program will pair music by composers familiar to many Westerners — Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel and Olivier Messiaen — with more obscure works by Japanese composers Michio Miyagi and Toru Takemitsu. The musicians will perform while images of prints and paintings by European and Japanese artists — including Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, Mary Cassatt, Utagawa Kuniyoshi, Ando Hiroshige and Katsushika Hokusai — are projected behind them. Founded in 1994 by woodwind soloists Tara Helen O’Connor (flute), Randall Ellis (oboe), Alan R. Kay (clarinet), Frank Morelli (bassoon) and David Jolley (horn),

their wedding day. She sends a handwritten message while he waits at the altar. The poor girl hoped to marry a rock star, not a man who croons as others cel-

ebrate. In “A Note From Linda,” her feelings are quite clear: “You could have been in Motley Crue or David Lee Roth’s replacement. But instead you sing while people chew. And you live in your grandma’s basement!” The musical arrangements have a 1980s feel, which will filter through to wardrobe, hair and choreography. “Lots of big hair in this show,” Kobil said. “You can hear little ‘80s-style riffs,” Vonada added. “A lot of it has a heavily synthesized pop sound.” Kobil and Bolden both emphasized the fun aspect of this show. Vonada, they said, always makes sure the cast has a good time at rehearsal. He has the performers watch videos of ‘80s luminaries such as Cyndi Lauper and Billy Idol. “He’ll tell us, ‘This isn’t “Les Miz,”’” said Bolden. Kobil added, “If the cast doesn’t have fun, it’s not believable.” While the ‘80s tropes make up a large portion of the show’s amusement factor, a love story lies at the heart of it. “And the show opens on Valentine’s Day weekend,” Vonada said, “so it’s the perfect date night.”

WE ARE … ON BROADWAY!

Windscape aims to take listeners on a musical and historical world tour by evoking cultural landscapes through music and commentary. The members of Windscape are artistsin-residence at Manhattan School of Music and regular collaborators with the school’s faculty and students, plus Orion String Quartet. The ensemble also has worked with pianist Jeremy Denk and chamber musician Daniel Phillips. Tickets may be purchased at www.cpa. psu.edu, (814) 863-0255 or (800) ARTSTIX. Tickets are also available at four State College locations: Eisenhower Auditorium (weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Penn State Downtown Theatre Center (weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), HUB-Robeson Center Information Desk (weekdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and Bryce Jordan Center (weekdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

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WINDSCAPE will perform Feb. 18 at Penn State’s Schwab Auditorium.

ON JAN. 18, Penn State School of Theatre alumni and current students performed with local middle and high school students in “We Are … On Broadway!” at the State Theater in downtown State College. Produced by senior Carolyn Quinn, the performance featured four alumni who have gone on to perform on Broadway since graduating from the musical theater program at Penn State: Caroline Bowman (Elphaba in “Wicked,” “Kinky Boots”), Nathan Lucrezio (“Alladin,” “Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella”), Laurie Veldheer (“Mamma Mia!,” “Newsies”) and Alan Wiggins (“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” “The Lion King”). School of Theatre students were responsible for technical elements of the performance, including stage management, design and marketing.

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AROUND & IN TOWN SOLOIST COMPETITION

Valentine’s Day show set for Webster’s STATE COLLEGE — Tempest Productions Inc. presents the Valentine’s Day dinner theater show “Wuthering” at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Webster’s Bookstore Cafe in downtown State College. Written by Cynthia Mazzant, “Wuthering” follows the Brontë sisters — Charlotte, Emily and Anne — through their journeys as writers. Dinner will be served before the show from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Viewers unable to make the dinner portion of the event can purchase a ticket for the show featuring coffee and dessert. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www. wuthering.bpt.me.

Free concerts planned BELLEFONTE — Free music concerts will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays throughout the winter and spring at the Centre County Library Historical Museum, 203 N. Allegheny St. in Bellefonte. On the schedule are the Easterly Chamber Players, March 6; Anne-Marie Hildebrandt on the Celtic harp and Paul Kim on the cello, March 20; and the Curtin Street Chamber Players, May 15.

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THE 2015-16 Nittany Valley Symphony Ann Keller Young Soloist Competition was held Jan. 10 at the Penn State School of Music. The first-place winner will perform with NVS on Feb. 21 at the Bellefonte Middle School. Pictured, front row, from left, are Leah Maines; Juliette Greer, first place; Ay Kawasaki, honorable mention; Lora Boll; Luisa Mei Bressan, honorable mention; Soomin Park; Baron Cao, honorable mention; Rachel Zimmerman; and Eilene Deng. Pictured, from left, are Dr. Steven Smith, judge; Maestro Michael Jinbo, judge; Leah Maines; Hannah Yang; Juliette Greer, first place; Susan Kroeker, judge; Maria Lan Bressan; Ay Kawasaki, honorable mention; Kate Skipper; Lora Boll; Henry Lee Rublein; Luisa Mei Bressan, honorable mention; Soomin Park; Baron Cao, honorable mention; Brian Curtin, second place; Rachel Zimmerman; Benjamin Firer, judge; and Eilene Deng.

Centre Crest art show features resident’s works BELLEFONTE — It is not unusual for Centre Crest to host an art show. Normally, the assisted living facility showcases a local artist, displaying his or her work for the residents to enjoy. But, its most recent show features the art of a local artist, with a bit of a twist — the artist is a Centre Crest resident, Nancy Palfey. Palfey is an accomplished graphic artist and an awardwinning fine artist. A graduate of the Antonelli Institute of Graphic Design and Photography in suburban Philadelphia, her career as an artist took her from being a typesetter, commercial artist and T-shirt designer to becoming a fine artist. Her interest in art also has included being a gifted seamstress, creating bags, purses and clothing. “I did my first portrait in soft pastel. I love the medium of pastel and the versatility of it,” said Palfey, in a 2004 in-

terview. “My favorite subjects are people. I enjoy drawing them in an activity or situation. I have also done formal sittings. I want to convey, in my art, the feeling the individuals have in their particular situation.” In 2014, Palfey was diagnosed with frontal temporal degeneration, a rare form of dementia that strikes its victims at an earlier age than other forms of neurological disease. One piece of artwork in the show depicts Palfey with her daughter at the beach. The picture expresses the simple joy shared between a parent and child at the edge of the ocean, a memory that has been affected by Palfey’s FTD. But, her works of art are a lasting legacy of those memories.

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

ONGOING

Bookmobile — Centre County Library Bookmobile is a fully accessible library on wheels. Look for it in your community and join Miss Laura for story times, songs and fun. Visit the website at www.centrecountylibrary.org for days and times. Meeting — Calvary Church hosts a Christian Recovery meeting every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 1250 University Drive, State College. Visit www.liferecovery statecollege.com. Club — The Schlow Knitting Club meets at 5:30 p.m.

every first and third Monday. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Club — The Centre Region Model Investment Club meets the second Monday of every month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Mazza Room at the South Hills Business School, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Call (814) 2348775 or contact cr20mic@aol.com. Performance — The Nittany Knights perform at 7:15 every Monday night at South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Visit www.nittanyknights.org Safety checks — Mount Nittany Health sponsors free car seat safety checks from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at its Boalsburg location, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. Certified car seat safety educators will check to make sure car seats are installed correctly. Call (814) 466-7921.

Meeting — The Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets every Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Old Gregg School, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call (814) 4227667. Meeting — The Centre County Advisory Council to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission holds a meeting the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., State College. Meetings can also be broadcast to laptops and iOS or Android devices, or participants can join by phone. Call (814) 689-9081. Meeting — The State College Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at the Hotel State College, 100 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www.statecollege sunriserotary.org. What’s Happening, Page 27

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Renowned chef to share cuisine at fundraising dinner UNIVERSITY PARK — An award-winning chef will share his unique interpretations of modern Israeli cuisine during the 24th annual WPSU Penn State Connoisseur’s Dinner and Auction, Saturday, Feb. 6, at the Nittany Lion Inn. Chef Michael Solomonov — who earned the James Beard Award for “Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic” in 2011 — will serve a fusion of Middle Eastern, North African, Mediterranean and Eastern European flavors based on his signature Philadelphia restaurant, Zahav. The restaurant, which he opened in 2008, has earned praise from several publications, including The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. “The cool part about Israeli cuisine is that it’s a mix of centuries-old flavors from across the Mediterranean — Persian, Turkish, Middle Eastern, Eastern European — all of which are rooted in family tradition,” said Solomonov, who was born in Israel and raised in Pittsburgh. “The cuisine from Israel is constantly moving forward, and the cuisine at Zahav plays to that idea. It’s my take on those ancient recipes that will forever be deeply rooted, with an emphasis on cooking with ingredients of the season.” The themed dinner, “Jewels of the Night: A Middle Eastern Fusion Feast,” will begin with Zahav’s salatim —

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Support group — The Home Nursing Agency hosts a free grief support group from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month at its Centre County office, 450 Windmere Drive, Suite 100, State College. Call (800) 445-6262. Club — The Nittany Valley Writers Network meets from 7 to 8 a.m. every third Wednesday of the month at the Waffle Shop, 1610 W. College Ave., State College. Email nvwn@ yahoogroups.com. Community meal — A free hot meal is from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Community Cafe. Meeting — The State College Alliance Church hosts a Christian Recovery meeting every Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1221 W. White Road, State College. Visit www.life recoverystatecollege.com. Performance — Jazz artist Jay Vonada and his duo play from noon to 2 p.m. every Sunday at The Deli, 113 Heister St., State College. Call (814) 237-5710.

LIMITED-TIME EVENTS

Children’s activity — There will be a preschool story time from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays throughout February at the Centre Hall Area Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Children’s activity — A variety of story time groups will be held throughout February at the Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Toddler story time will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Mondays. Family story time will be held from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Book Babies will be held from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesdays. And, a preschool story time will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Visit www.centrecounty library.org. Children’s activity — A variety of story time groups will be held throughout February at the Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. “Mother Goose on the Loose,” a baby story time group, will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Preschool story time will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays. There will also be elementary-level activities from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursdays. Visit www.centre countylibrary.org. Open house — The State College Friends School will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to noon every Wednesday throughout February at 1900 University Drive, State College. Visit www.scfriends.org. Movie — “This Changes Everything” will be shown from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, and Thursday, Feb. 4, at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www.thestatetheatre.org. Event — The Bellefonte VFW Teener League will be hold registrations for the 2016 baseball season from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, through Thursday, Feb. 11, at the Bellefonte Sports Academy, 259 Hecla Road, Bellefonte. All players ages 13 to 16 are welcome to sign up. Email Tom Menges at mengests@gmail.com or call (814) 883-9313. Exhibit — “Print Gallery” will be on display from 1 to 4:30 p.m. through Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Bellefonte Art Museum, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 3554280. Exhibit — “Dinor Bleu: The Vanishing American Diner” will be on display from 1 to 4:30 p.m. through Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Bellefonte Art Museum, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-4280. Exhibit — “Coded Language” will be on display through Thursday, March 3, at the HUB-Robeson Galleries, HUB-Robeson Center, University Park. Call (814) 8652563. Exhibit — “Consciously Surreal: Photography, the Uncanny, and the Body” will be on display through Sunday, May 8, during operating hours at the Palmer Museum of Art, Curtin Road, University Park. Call (814) 8657672. Exhibit — “From Dada to Dali: Surrealist Works on

“AHA MOMENTS THAT HEAL” Interactive Free Webinar

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 7:00 PM Chet Manchester is an international speaker, practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing, and a member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship. He will talk about how you can have more healing in your life.

Paper” will be on display through Sunday, May 8, during operating hours at the Palmer Museum of Art, Curtin Road, University Park. Call (814) 865-7672.

UPCOMING THURSDAY, FEB. 4

Open house — South Hills School of Business and Technology will be holding an open house from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at its locations in State College, Altoona and Lewistown. Visit www.southhills.edu. Lecture — Centre County Genealogical Society will present “Google Earth for Genealogy” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Foxdale Village, 500 East Marylyn Ave., State College. All are welcome. Visit www.centrecountygenealogy.org Performance — State College Community Theatre will perform “The Death of Dr. Pepper” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Duffy’s Tavern, 113 E. Main St., Boalsburg. Visit www. duffystavernpa.com. Concert — Van Wagner will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Elk Creek Café, 100 W. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-8850 or visit www.elkcreekcafe.net.

FRIDAY, FEB. 5

Children’s activity — Free developmental screenings will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Movie — A free showing of “His Girl Friday” will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Workshop — An “Abacus Necklace Class” will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The Makery, 209 W. Calder Way, State College. Visit www.themakerypa.com. Fundraiser — “Drag Mardi Gras Bingo” will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College. Proceeds will benefit the Centre LGBTQA Support Network and scholarship fund. Call (814) 571-8909. Concert — Blues guitarist Tommy Emmanuel will perform from 8 to 9 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www.thestatetheatre.org.

SATURDAY, FEB. 6

Event — The Colyer Lake “Sno’ Big Deal 10K” will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Colyer Lake, Lake Road, Boalsburg. Visit www.tusseymountainback.com. Fundraiser — The Friends of the Library will hold a used book sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the basement of the Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Proceeds benefit Holt Memorial Library. Visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Children’s activity — “World Stories Alive” will be held at 11 a.m. at Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. This week’s country is Turkey. Visit www.schlowlibrary. org. Concert — The Coal Town Rounders will perform at 8 p.m. at Elk Creek Café, 100 W. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-8850 or visit www.elkcreekcafe.net. Concert — Texas Whiskey Authority will perform at 9 p.m. at Family Pizza & Pub, 200 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona. Call (814) 308-2352.

SUNDAY, FEB. 7

Community meal — A pancake breakfast will be served from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Church of the Good Shepherd, 867 Grays Woods Blvd., Port Matilda. Visit www.good shepherd-sc.org.

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Have a Barbershop Quartet sing three love songs to your sweetheart on Feb. 12, 13 or 14.

MONDAY, FEB. 8

Open house — Stay & Play Preschool will hold an open house from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College. Visit www. stayandplay.scpresby.org. Concert — A concert and sing-along for folk- and pioneer-era shape-note songs will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m.at the University Mennonite Church, 1606 Norma St., State College. Call (814) 237-7835 or visit www.statecollege sacredharp.com.

TUESDAY, FEB. 9

Fundraiser — Bingo will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Centre Region Senior Center at the Nittany Mall, 2901 E. College Ave., State College. Proceeds will benefit the Centre Region Senior Centre. Visit www.crpr. org. Community meal — A pancake supper will be served from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 806 13th St., Altoona. Visit www.stlukesaltoona.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10

Event — The Bellefonte Aglow Lighthouse will hold a service at 9:15 a.m. at Living Hope Alliance Church, 321 E. Howard St., Bellefonte. Visit www.aglow.org. Concert — The Aaron Diehl Trio will hold a free jazz concert from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Weis Center for Performing Arts, 1 Dent Drive, Lewisburg. Visit www.bucknell.edu/ weiscenter. Open house — The children’s nature program Puddle Jumpers will hold an open house from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Road, State College. Visit www.crpr.org/millbrook. — Compiled by Samantha Bastress

Valentine Celebration

Romantic Music of Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Rodgers and Hammerstein, and George Gershwin with Helen Manfull as guest presenter

State College Area Municipal Band Dr. Ned Deihl, Conductor

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Open house — JCC Nursery School will hold an open house from 1 to 3 p.m. at 620 E. Hamilton Ave., State College. Visit www.jccnursery.org. Concert — The Indiana Brass Band will perform with Civil War-era instruments from 2 to 3 p.m. at Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1 Cathedral Square, Altoona. Visit www.altoonacathedral.org. Workshop — A “Fresh Water Pearl Tree Pendant Class” will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at The Makery, 209 W. Calder Way, State College. Visit www.themakerypa.com.

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PSU’s Becker named to safe sport movement board UNIVERSITY PARK — Regis Becker, Penn State’s chief ethics and compliance officer, has been selected by the U.S. Olympic Committee to serve on the board of directors of the newly formed U.S. Center for Safe Sport. The Center for Safe Sport is spearheading a pioneering effort to address abuse in sports and will be the first national institution dedicated to preserving the safety and well-being of athletes. Its cornerstone services will be rooted in education, and it will deliver actionable tools to both prevent and respond to abuse in sports. “I am excited and humbled to be able to participate in this extraordinary opportunity to protect young athletes from abuse,” Becker said. “The Center for Safe Sport will employ a comprehensive approach, which includes screening, education and awareness for coaches and athletes, as well as a robust response capability to deal with alleged misconduct. Young athletes in the United States will be better informed and safer as a result of the center’s efforts. The United States Olympic Committee is to be congratulated on its cutting-edge leadership in this critical arena.” The center’s inaugural nine-member board will guide the independent entity’s launch in 2016 and shape the foundation of the safe sport movement nationally. “This new board is made up of subjectmatter experts and committed professionals dedicated to ensuring that kids from every corner of our country have the opportunity to safely participate in sports,” said USOC CEO Scott Blackmun. Becker has led efforts at Penn State to develop the model Youth Protection Program to improve the oversight of all youth programs held on Penn State campuses. Penn State’s program provides a sys-

temic way to address the health, safety and protection of the more than 150,000 minors who participate in academic, athletic and recreational activities offered through the university each year. To that end, Penn State requires background checks for all individuals working or volunteering in youth programs, provides training on how to report suspected child abuse, and mandates the registration of all youth camps, programs and events held on any Penn State campus, as well as off-campus events sanctioned by the university. “I think my selection is due in no small part to my involvement in the development of Penn State’s excellent Youth Protection Program, which has been a model for higher education nationally,” Becker said. The Center for Safe Sport’s comprehensive resource base will equip administrators, athletes, parents and coaches with essential tools for combating abuse, while its national awareness campaign will shape public opinion around the issue and serve as the face of the prevention movement throughout U.S. sport. Service terms for the new board members began on Jan. 8. Becker is joined on the board by: ■ Angelo Giardino, senior vice president and chief quality officer, Texas Children’s Hospital ■ Jessica Herrera-Flanigan, executive vice president, government relations and public policy, Univision Communications Inc. ■ Reuben Jones, vice president, strategy and government relations, Strategic Resources Inc. ■ Frank Marshall, film producer and principal, The Kennedy/Marshall Company

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REGIS BECKER, Penn State’s chief ethics and compliance officer, if one of nine board members selected by the U.S. Olympic Committee to guide the new U.S. Center for Safe Sport.

Extension Becker is no stranger to amateur athletics. He served on the board of directors of USA Weightlifting from 2008 to 2012, and he’s remained actively involved in Olympic-style weightlifting since, both as coach of the Penn State Olympic Weightlifting Club and as owner of a gym in the Pittsburgh area that focuses on Olympic weightlifting training.

■ Julie Novak, vice president of child safety, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America ■ Megan Ryther, USA Swimming world championship team member; assistant director, academic and membership affairs, NCAA ■ Fran Sepler, president, Sepler & Associates ■ Connie Smotek, U.S. Olympian; office manager, Texas A&M University AgriLife

Investment markets continue to disappoint in 2016

DANIEL NESTLERODE

Last year the investment markets turned in a very subpar performance. Now the markets have started off 2016 with a sharp drop in stock prices, a continuation of the disappointment established last year. The effectiveness of relying on just monetary policy is now coming into question by investors and economists alike. Since Dan Nestlerode the last recession, the is the director world’s governments of research have pushed their and portfolio central banks to flood management their economies with at Nestlerode & Loy Investment cheap money, hoping Advisors in State to stimulate their marCollege. He can be kets and their econoreached at danielj@ mies. nestlerode.com. These same governments have been reluctant to employ any fiscal stimulus policies, such as tax cuts (both corporate and individual), and some reduction of the complicated rules

and regulations that inhibit production. It would seem that the goodies given away by politicians in exchange for votes are now suppressing the growth of the private sector and are continuing to shrink middle class incomes. Wouldn’t it be refreshing for the presidential candidates to tell their voters that there are no favors they can offer supporters that will not reduce their standard of living? The current market decline is not like the 2007-2009 decline in stock prices. In that bear market, the financial sector of the economy collapsed into free fall as excess leverage in the sector wiped out many firms’ capital as home prices plummeted. The financial sector is again under pressure as the energy sector prices have collapsed, driving a number of marginal oil and natural gas producers into bankruptcy. The difference is that even though some banks are on the hook for these extended energy producers, their entanglement is not nearly as severe or as widespread as it was during the housing collapse in 2008. Low prices in the energy sector will eventually correct themselves. In the meantime, we will have to live through low commodity prices damaging

Affiliate engineering professor earns outstanding publication award By PAMELA KREWSON WERTZ Special to the Gazette

UNIVERSITY PARK — Russell Barton, professor of supply chain and information systems, senior associate dean for research and faculty in the Smeal College of Business and an affiliate faculty member in the Harold and Inge Marcus Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, was recently awarded the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences Simulation Society Outstanding Publication Award. Barton, along with Barry Nelson, Walter P. Murphy Professor of Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences at Northwestern University, and Wei Xie, assistant professor of industrial and sys-

tems engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, were presented with the INFORMS award for the articles “Quantifying Input Uncertainty via Simulation Confidence Intervals” in the INFORMS Journal on Computing and “A Bayesian Framework for Quantifying Uncertainty in Stochastic Simulation” in Operations Research. Barton, who is also the associate director of the Center for the Management of Technological and Organizational Change at Penn State, joined the Smeal faculty in 2002 after 11 years in the Marcus department, where he taught undergraduate courses in optimization, statistics and concurrent engineering, and graduate courses in simulation-based design and the design of experiments.

move us further in the correct direction to our recovery as would a pro-economic growth leader in the Senate. When the investment community gets a whiff of economic change at the federal level, the stock markets will likely, as least in my humble opinion, surge to new highs as the old ways are displaced with the new and innovative companies. Meanwhile, we have to live through this volatile, directionless period, just as we did under Carter. The name of the game for your investment adviser is to keep your capital intact so you can benefit from the next surge in share prices. Investment advisers cannot provide you with gains in a directionless market, but you can expect them to keep you in the game so that when the turn comes you can profit mightily. I have a personal list of companies that are ready to blossom when the restraints are removed from industry. It is there that I am looking for significant growth and expansion as well as advances in stock prices. Starting with the next president, we hopefully can experience the great growth of the Reagan era again. Be ready for it.

production companies while, as consumers, we enjoy low prices for gasoline and fuel oils. The airlines and truckers are certainly enjoying low fuel prices, although freight tonnage is declining, portending a slower economic growth in the immediate future. I am reminded of the transition from President Carter to President Reagan in the early 1980s. Following a decade of failed government economic policies, after a year or two the Reagan revolution created the longest period of economic growth since the 1960s. We have the potential to change policies at the federal and state levels and create another economic boom, which could increase employment and labor participation in the economy, reduce welfare payments and balance the federal budget even as we expand our military preparedness and put an end to terrorism around the world. The elements to our recovery and expansion are already available. I suspect that parts of the recovery are already in place with Paul Ryan as the Speaker of the House. A solid growth president would

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Use five questions to focus on creative solutions DAVID M. MASTOVICH

David M. Mastovich is president of MASSolutions Inc. For more information, visit www.mas solutions.biz.

When we have an idea, one of the first things we often ask ourselves is, “But what if it doesn’t work?” How many times does this prevent us from trying something new? How often do we accept the status quo, even though we think there has to be a better way? It’s OK to consider what might happen if an idea doesn’t work, as long as we ask two other important questions: “What if it does work?” and “What do we stand to lose by

sticking with the current way of doing things?” We subconsciously fight change. Our self-doubt and negative inner thoughts prevent us from proposing or implementing new ideas. We avoid or ignore problems and make irrational rationalizations such as, “That’s not my responsibility.” Whether you are a team member, middle manager or senior leader, you owe it to yourself and your organization to focus on creative solutions that improve your customer experience, operational processes and overall bottom line. You have to do your part to foster an environment of creativity and innovation. Challenge assumptions. Offer solutions rather than just pointing out problems. Ask questions of peers, bosses, subordinates and customers. Actively listen and think about what you hear. Try following the Five Ws technique used by journalists, police officers and

market researchers. ■ Who do you want to reach and influence? Clearly define your target markets. Learn how they think. What makes them tick? Why do they say both “yes” and “no”? ■ What are you selling? Not just the mission statement or website copy points: What are you really selling? ■ Where do we have a competitive advantage? What makes us different? Why do they want and need us? ■ When can we maximize our opportunities? When do they, your target audiences, want and need the solution? ■ Why aren’t we making it happen? Instead of convincing yourself a new idea might not work, ask the Five Ws. The answers will lead to creative solutions that enhance your customer experience.

[CP]2 hosts noted speaker Jordan Rednor STATE COLLEGE — Central Pennsylvania Creative Professionals will host Jordan Rednor, president of the Rednor Group Ltd., when he speaks from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the Nittany Lion Inn. Rednor will discuss “Staying Relevant in Today’s Market,” and share some of the latest and most interesting marketing trends/techniques that are impacting brand activation, including successful and creative solutions from across several industries. Rednor Group Ltd. is an international management consulting and merchant banking firm that advises some of the best known names in advertising around the world. Rednor is an active practitioner, adviser and investor in the marketing services industry. [CP]2 is a professional organization dedicated to elevating and inspiring Central Pennsylvania’s community of regional advertising, marketing, communication and design professionals by providing opportunities for education, networking and recognition.

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

RECORDED JAN. 11-15, 2016 BELLEFONTE BOROUGH

HAINES TOWNSHIP

Melissa Etters and Nicole Holsinger to Nicole Holsinger, 650 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, $1. Michael G. McGrail, Michael M. McGrail, Marie L. McGrail, Marie M. McGrail and Marie L. Mesmer to Jennifer L. Dann, 511 Willowbank St., Bellefonte, $133,400.

BOGGS TOWNSHIP

Joshua C. Green and Bobbi J. Green to Joshua C. Green, 509 Market St., Milesburg, $1.

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP

Rodney J. Hendricks to Ecarh Enterprises LP, 1334 E. College Ave., State College, $1. Clifford R. Coldren to Clifford R. Coldren and Rebecca M. Stopper, 955 Greenbriar Drive, State College, $1. Kirsten Leitzinger and Robert Leitzinger to Vilma Shu Danz and Christopher Lee Danz, 251 Lenape Lane, Boalsburg, $600,000. Richard R. Baney and Shirley C. Baney to Carol A. Baney, 169 First Ave., State College, $178,000. William Bispo and Penny Bispo to Bradford L. Holzwarth, 120 Orchard Road, State College, $118,000.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP

Louise S. Vinson by agent to Janet P. Friel, 1245 Westerly Parkway, No. 49, State College, $285,000. Joyce F. Cannard estate and Catherine Alloway, administratix, to Tammy A. Perkins and Daniel F. Perkins, 1225 E. Park Hills Ave., State College, $256,000. Junior H. Meyer estate and Gerald Harold Meyer to Corl Street Partners LLC, 136 Corl St., State College, $1.

Robert H. James, trustee, to Robert H. James, trustee, and Richard E. James, 1320 Circleville Road, State College, $1. Chad P. Bahrmann and Nicole G. Bahrmann to Chad P. Bahrmann, 112 Harvest Run Road, State College, $1. Henry T. Bream III and Lisa D. Bream to Lisa D. Bream, 2474 Prairie Rose Lane, State College, $1. Mark D. Merritt and Tara L. Merritt to Seyed Alireza Haghighat and Neda Nasiriani, 2413 Autumnwood Drive, State College, $320,000. William D. Deardorff and Jennifer A. Deardorff to Amy L. Schmoeller and Philip A. Schmoeller, 1671 Princeton Drive, State College, $416,900.

Jean Y. Stover to Paul Frederick Stover and Eileen A. Stover, 886 Pine Creek Road, Woodward, $1.

HARRIS TOWNSHIP

Terry L. McClellan by sheriff, Tina L. Wyland by sheriff and Tina L. McClellan by sheriff to LSF8 Master Participation Trust, 411 Belle Ave., Boalsburg, $9,314.24.

HOWARD BOROUGH

Scott Fravel to Dustin A. Lutz, 155 Maple St., Howard, $179,900.

HOWARD TOWNSHIP

Mark P. Grieb to Mark P. Grieb and Diane L. Grieb, 358 Mount Eagle Road, Howard, $1.

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP

Dean E. Brickley by attorney and Bertha L. Brickley by attorney to Kenneth L. Stem and Laura L. Stem, 173 Bald Eagle St., Blanchard, $75,000.

PATTON TOWNSHIP

William C. Lucas Jr. and Melanie A. Lucas to Mark A. Sapko and Lauren M. Swetlech, 527 Brittany Drive, State College, $243,500. B. Tracy Nixon and Henriette Nixon to Henriette J. Nixon, 685 Earl Drive, State College, $1. Robert H. Bailey and Brenda J. Bailey to Brian Bailey and Tracy Cassella, Circleville Road, State College, $1. Copper Beech Townhome Communities LLC to Joseph Kaplewicz and Tambria L. Kaplewicz, 670F Oakwood Ave., State College, $285,000. Nicholas A. Wavers and Sandra K. Wavers to Jordan Lichty and Jennifer Cornman, 163 Brothers Court, Port Matilda, $532,000.

PHILIPSBURG BOROUGH

A. Capp

• Single, Double & Triple Ground

• Brown $26/yd., Dark Brown $26/yd. All Dyed Mulch $30/yd.

FREE DELIVERY (4 yard minimum)

• Certified Playground $28/yd., Pet Bedding $32/yd.

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RUSH TOWNSHIP

Larry R. Nulph estate, Larry Nulph estate and Sharon Faye Mills to Ryan J. Mostyn and Jayde M. Mostyn, 306 Barry St., Osceola Mills, $67,500. Paul S. Olenick and Peggy R. Olenick to Larry S. Popovitch II, State Street, Philipsburg, $9,000. Andrew C. Bryan and Tracy C. Bryan to Andrew C. Bryan, 5169 Tyrone Pike, Tyrone, $1.

SNOW SHOE TOWNSHIP

Dorothy B. Cramer to Dorothy B. Cramer Trust and Dorothy B. Cramer, trustee, 1021 Scotchtown Road, Snow Shoe, $1. Sharon Yecina to Sharon Yecina Trust and Sharon Yecina, trustee, 1021 Scotchtown Road, Snow Shoe, $1. Norman W. Walters Jr. and Kinda J. Walters to Jared R. Mitchell and Barbara A. Mitchell, 1075 Spruce Road, Clarence, $232,500.

SPRING TOWNSHIP

Michael Coleman and Holly Coleman to Holly E. Coleman, 157 Steeplechase Drive, Pleasant Gap, $1.

STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH

Francis J. Bennett by agent, Francis James Bennett, Shirley H. Bennett by agent, Shirley Hazel Bennett and Shirley J. Bennett by agent to Jennifer A. Roth, 1411 S. Allen St., State College, $195,800. Patricia R. Skrentny-Lamb to Stephen C. Brackbill, Patricia I. Brackbill and Allison M. Brackbill, 516 Nimitz Ave., State College, $89,000. Wen Li and Xiang Li to Adam D. Zakarian and Kathy W. Zakarian, 1536 Blue Course Drive, State College, $188,000.

WALKER TOWNSHIP

Harold E. Zimmerman and Patricia P. Zimmerman to Robin L. Zimmerman and Deborah L. Zimmerman, 1396 Snydertown Road, Howard, $1.

WORTH TOWNSHIP

Jonathan R. Piper to Michael C. Powers, 8305 S. Eagle Valley Road, Port Matilda, $200,000. — Compiled by Hailee Miller

John S. Berry and Linda B. Berry to Troy E. Greenawalt and

GAZETTE IT DONE! G Dyed & Natural Premium Bark Mulch

Tammy J. Greenawalt, 499 E. Spruce St., Philipsburg, $52,000.

THE CENTRE COUNTY

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Total value of all items for sale must be under $2,000 • Must have price of item for sale in ad • Run up to 6 lines for 3 weeks • One ad per person • PRIVATE PARTY ONLY Real Estate, Rentals, Auctions, Financial, Services/Repairs. Garage Sales, Pets, Bulk (ﬁrewood, hay, etc.) not eligible. No other discounts or coupons apply.

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HORSE THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION “Wildfire Ranch

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CARE GIVER/ Companion for handicap women, prefer mature person with working reference. (814) 355-7350 after 5 p.m.

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FURNISHED Log sided home on horse ranch! 1,500 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 55” TV, W/D, wood burner, full kitchen. Stunning views 20 miles from PSU. $1,400/mo. All utilities included. Call Cynthia (814) 422-0534

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PARKING CLOSE TO CAMPUS Parking on paved and plowed church parking lot, 600 block of East Prospect Ave, for Spring Semester. $260 per semester payable in advance. 24/7 access. First Church of Christ, Scientist. Call Mike at 814-237-8711 or m7h@psu.edu.

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NECK TIES: dozens of men’s silk neck ties. like new. $2.00 ea. Call (814) 466-7235

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Fuel & Firewood

Walks Firewood & Lawn Care Seasoned, Barkless, Oak Firewood. Cut to your length, Split, & Delivered. We sell our firewood year round. Dont hesitate to call. Call Now: Matthew R. Walk (814)937-3206

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HOUSES FOR SALE

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

Household Goods

FREE TV’S: (3) work great, remote, 2 medium & 1 large. Call 387-4503. lv msg. kandsmith3@ verizon.net

SOLID oak dining room table & 4 chairs. 42” round with (1) 18” leaf. Total 60” oval. $400.00 Call (814) 383-2068

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Pets & Supplies For Sale

Machinery & Tools

SNOW BLOWER $300.00 Jacobsen 6hp, heavy duty, two stage snow blower for sale. Works very well. Electric start. Don’t need anymore, I got a plow for my fourwheeler. (814) 769-1752

CUTE English Bulldog Puppy $150.00 Hi we are giving our our female puppy Daisy, she is 12 weeks old, home trained and potty trained comes along with all health papers, for more info text (262) 361-3570

HELP WANTED Saturday and Sunday car et and oor maintenance technician.

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Snow removal, Painting, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Flooring, Driveway sealing, Mulching, Brush removal, Leaf blowing

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Miscellaneous For Sale

Used Hoyer Lift for sale $600 OBO. Invacare Reliant 450 can hold a Max of 450lbs great condition. For homecare use or other uses (lifting heavy objects). Cash Only/No spam. Contact by phone (814 ) 933-0502

Used Wheel Chair in Excellent Condition! 9000 Topaz 700lbs Max. Comes w/ seat belt & adjustable legs. 27 3/4 inch (seat) 39inch (wheel to wheel) 28 1/2 inch (back) 19 1/2 inch (closed). Cash only, Contact by phone. $1,250 OBO. (814) 933-0502

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Miscellaneous For Sale

HONEY BEE 3 pound package, $110. (814) 404-1669

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Wanted to Buy

WANTED MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Wanted to buy, musical instruments in any condition. Mainly brass and woodwind instruments but would consider string instruments. Sorry no interest in guitars or drum equipment. Call/text 610-588-1884

Autos For Sale

02 BONNEVILLE SEDAN <52k Miles Mint condition NO rust; keyFob security with remote autoStart; SE model; 3.8L V6 w/ 4sp Auto; all power; 6-way / LEATHER seats; driver / pass.temp controls; moonRoof; PREMIUM audio w/ theft-Lock; On-star/SiriusXM; replaced struts/ shocks / exhaust (814) 571-1628

is seeking a

full-time maintenance associate to join our dynamic team of professionals. Assist our environmental services team with general repairs, painting, and upkeep of our prestigious grounds, including landscaping and snow removal. Pick up an application at 1950 Cliffside Drive, State College, today! No phone calls, please. EOE.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING Due to an anticipated opening, we are in search of an Assistant Director of Nursing. Responsibilities: • Assists with the management of nursing services department and for the direction and supervision of all nursing services, functions and activities and in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations • Directs the implementation and ensures compliance of standard of nursing practice that promotes optimum health care delivery. Job Requirements: • Knowledgeable of infection control, social, economic and legal issues affecting the health care systems and trains staff on up-to- date health care practices • Wound Experience and Train the Trainer experience preferred but not required • Strong organizational skills to sufficiently schedule nursing staff 24/7 • Excellent communications, interpersonal, and computer skills • Current RN License • 3 or more years’ experience in a related position & minimum of 1 year in Long Term Care environment. If wish to apply please find an application on our website at www.centrecrest.com or if you have question please call 814-355-6777. Centre Crest is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)

Centre HomeCare, Inc., a VNA Health System agency and leading provider of home health, hospice and rehabilitative care, is looking for professional, clinical staff to join our growing team. RN, Full-time, occasional weekends & on-call coverage LPN, Part-time, occasional weekends & on-call coverage RN and LPN, Per Diem positions, occasional weekends & on-call coverage One year nursing experience in acute care, nursing home or home care setting required. Current PA licensure and PA driver’s license required. Full time positions are benefits eligible. VNA Health System offers competitive compensation. Contact or send resume to: Centre HomeCare, Inc. Attn: Vice President, Western Division 2437 Commercial Blvd., Suite 6 State College, PA 16801 Email: sprobert@vnahs.com 814.237.7400 EOE/F/M/V/H

2016 Tournament Staff (weekends, May-Oct.)

OPPORTUNITY TO OWN • RENT TO OWN

We can arrange “Rent To Own” on any property for sale by any broker, owner, bank or others. NEW HORIZONS REAL ESTATE CO. JOHN PETUCK • 814-355-8500

HEAVY EQUIPMENT FOR SALE CPI has the following for sale: (1) Gradall GW-394-63WD, (1) Galion Grader, (1) John Deere 30 Mini Excavator, (1) Case 75 XT Skid Steer

PAY: $15 per hour RESPONSIBILITIES: Position works as the “On-site Host” for CRPR to facilitate outstanding experiences for tournament visitors at the John Hess Softball Field Complex, Oak Hall Regional Park and/or at other assigned s ortfields his osition will work on a part-time basis on scheduled weekends to monitor and perform grounds aintenance for soft all tourna ents ulti le ourna ent aintenance re members will be engaged to provide proper on-site coverage for alternating-weekend schedules

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Centre County Mutual Fire Ins. Co., P. of H. will hold its Annual Policyholders Meeting on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., in Windmere Hall, 454 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College, PA. The purpose of the meeting is to review the 2015 financial report, election of directors, and conduct any other business which may be presented. Darlene W. Confer, Secretary

Quality Control (QC) Technician II First Quality Tissue, an industry leading manufacturer of paper towel and bath tissue products is looking for a Quality Control (QC) Technician II for our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Lock Haven, PA. This position is primarily responsible for performing finished product lab testing, visual inspections and assisting with plant trials when necessary. These The QC Tech II is a 12-hour, night shift position. Qualifications: 1. Standard knowledge of computers and basic office software. 2. Familiarity with a formal Quality System (ISO 9000, GMP/ QSR, etc.) preferred. 3. Math skills including algebra required; statistics knowledge a plus. 4. Attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, good verbal and written communication skills. 5. Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment. 6. High school diploma or equivalent required. 7. Post-secondary education or experience in quality or laboratory testing preferred. First Quality provides a safe, clean work environment with excellent wages and benefits including bonus and incentive programs, medical/dental benefits, 401k plan with company contribution, recognition programs, education assistance opportunities and a work schedule that provides a great work, life balance.

Please visit our website at www.firstquality.com and follow the careers link to Lock Haven job openings to apply for all open positions. E/O/E

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