Webb Weekly February 19, 2025

Big Bucks Down

Spring training has begun, and the month of March is in sight. This can mean only one thing: it’s time for that column that so many of our hunters and outdoorsmen have been waiting to see. We have the results for our 17th Annual Webb Weekly Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest.

Before I get to the tale of the tape, I will keep you in suspense for a little bit longer with a quick overview of our annual contest. Most of you probably remember Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest is in memory of my Uncle Ron Maietta, who battled multiple sclerosis for years. He tried to never let it get in the way of a good hunting or fishing adventure. He loved just being out and about on God’s green earth and managed to find a way to do so until his passing.

The Uncle Rons also include long-time Webb Weekly family member Ron Mingle. Although Ron retired a few years back he has continued to oversee the Monster Buck Contest for us. Thank goodness for his help. His wife Steph has MS, and the Mingle family has been

passionate about helping her, bringing awareness, and helping to raise money to battle the dreaded disease. It is in the uncles’ honor that for every hunter who takes the time to enter their trophy, a donation is made on their behalf to help fight MS.

Before I get to the winner winner, venison dinner, a sincere thank you to Dana Poust at Poust Taxidermy outside Jersey Shore. He has been our official scorer since the contest began. Thanks to Sam, the taxidermy lady, for all the help she gives Dana as the contest is going on. The monster buck of all receives a free shoulder mount courtesy of their great wildlife artistry.

A tip of my Second Amendment hat with the American flag on the side to Jon and Don at Sauers Trading in Southside. Along with Poust Taxidermy, they are a checkpoint for the initial scoring before the biggest bucks of all move on to the final measurements. Sauers Trading is also the provider of the Savage Axis rifle package with all the trimmings that every hunter who makes the time to enter is eligible for.

I appreciate them taking care of all the legalities for the contest and the lucky winner. Remember, a trophy is in the hands of the holder, so any buck that has been legally harvested from our area can be registered. A double win that counts towards the MS donation and gets you entered at Sauers.

Stoltzfus Butchering and Venison Processing is my final tip of the Webb Weekly Blaze orange and camo with the American Flag on the side cap. They do an amazing job turning your venison into your favorite ready-for-the-table products. My sons and I are big fans of everything they make. The good folks there also provide $100 gift cards for our runner-up through fourth-place winners for venison processing.

Now to the results of our 17th Annual Webb Weekly Uncle Ron’s Monster Buck Contest. Fourth place goes to Jamie Crowley for his 11-point highracked tank. It had a 17 ¼” spread and an SCI score of 153.

Third place was harvested by Ken Rogers. His wide rack trophy sported a 20 5/8” spread and had 10 points, scor-

ing 158.2. Our runner-up to the monster buck of the year was a good combination of both height and width. Jim Deremer harvested a 14-point buck with a 17 7/8” spread, scoring out at 164.1. That gets us to our monster of the year. Drum roll, please, for Mike Clementoni, who takes the honors with his 11-point with a 22 1/8 spread. This amazing buck featured height, width, and mass, scoring 172.3. All I can say is wow, and way to shoot straight, Mike. Last but definitely not least is our rifle package winner courtesy of Sauers.

Congrats to Joe Smith, who entered by harvesting an 8-point with a 17-in spread. That’s a pretty darn good hunting season, Joe. A trophy buck and a new rifle.

Congrats to all our winners and to everyone who shared their hunting stories and allowed us to be part of your season. A total of 122 hunters entered, and a $5 donation will be made on behalf of each to battle MS. Great job, and sincere thanks to the hunting community.

I can’t wait to hear the turkeys gobbling; let’s all be careful out there and enjoy Penns Woods. God Bless America.

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Aslan on the Move: C. S. Lewis Institute in Central PA

The C. S. Lewis Institute is coming to Central PA.

With branches in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia — along with 11 other states, plus such countries as Ireland, Japan and Kenya — CSLI was named for the British writer whose radio talks and bestselling novels made him one of the 20th century’s most beloved Christian gures. His works include Mere Christianity, e Screwtape Letters and the popular seven-book fantasy series Chronicles of Narnia

Founded in 1976, the institute seeks to bring Lewis’s unique blend of intellectual rigor and depth to the practice of Christian discipleship.

“ e opportunity to grow in Christ and participate in the Lord’s command to make disciples is the very heart of the CSLI discipleship program,” says Melissa Rising, who heads the e ort to get CSLI o the ground in Lycoming County.

Rising, a retired nurse in the Williamsport area, said there was su cient interest last year, but with the closest available site near Carlisle, the distance was prohibitive.

For 2025, Rising has enlisted New Life Presbyterian Church in Montoursville to host regular meetings, which will take place on the rst Saturday of the month starting this fall.

ose meetings are part of CSLI’s agship

o ering, the year-long “Fellows Program.”

Designed to be manageable even for busy professionals with families, this course of study, according to CSLI’s brochure, “challenges and guides participants to a strong understanding of discipleship, personal mission and conversational apologetics through Bible study, classic readings, lectures, group processing, spiritual mentoring and accountability — all in the context of a small group of like-minded believers.”

When I started the CSLI Discipleship Year One Fellows program, I realized a lot of my theology was based on feelings, incorrect knowledge and application of God’s word. CSLI discipleship program challenged my mind and heart to align with God’s word. As my mind and heart were transformed, I had greater understanding of God’s calling on my life and the purpose He made me for.

“I completed the Fellows Program last year,” Rising added. “I’m involved this year with our Inklings program. e group usually reads the same book during the month and meets to discuss it. In addition, I am mentoring a woman who is in the Year One program.”

Dr. Neil Olcott is a Carlisle-area pastor with 45 years’ experience and a DMin from Gordon-Conwell eological Seminary; spearheading that region’s branch of CSLI, Olcott sums up the institute’s overall vision:

“We are a non-pro t organization that is endeavoring to provide a means for Christian adults to move past the current avenues of discipleship they might be experiencing and come together with other like-minded individuals who are hungering to go a bit deeper in their pursuit of knowing God more fully.”

In a recent interview, Rising describes her own experience with CSLI in similar language:

“For many years, I had a greater hunger and thirst to be more obedient and follow God.

Along with the intensive Fellows Program, CSLI o ers a variety of other options for study and growth: small-group discipleship; newsletters and messages in both email and hard-copy format; regular conferences; and a free course in “Basic Apologetics.” at information is from the CSLI’s o cial brochure, which — invoking Lewis’s most famous character, Aslan from e Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe — ends with this injunction:

“With the church facing signi cant headwinds in the future, we need a growing number of authentic disciples who can train more disciples. ese are the people God will use to bring real change in our churches, our government, our culture, our business and our world.”

Applications for the Fellows Program and other information are available at cslewisinstitute.org/Central_Pennsylvania. ose interested can also contact Rising directly: mdrising@windstream.net.

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Black History in Lycoming County History

By Lou Hunsinger Jr.

The month of February is Black History Month. It celebrates all African Americans’ history, struggles, and accomplishments. It is important to shine a light on some of the significant and notable things about African Americans and their important and interesting role in Lycoming County’s history.

No one knows for sure when the first African Americans made their first appearance in Lycoming County. It is highly possible that some of them were runaway slaves or free persons of color looking for a better life. They perhaps toiled in farming, or labored on the local canal or in the fledgling lumber industry.

The Lycoming County area played a significant role in the Underground Railroad, the courageous group of people who helped to smuggle runaway slaves from the slave territories of the South north to Canada.

There were two centers of Underground Railroad activity in Lycoming County: The Muncy-Pennsdale area, whose participants were mostly Quaker, and the area just north of Williamsport, where Daniel Hughes lived, now known as Freedom Road.

Hughes was part black, part Mohawk, born in New York State in 1812. He was a man of towering stature at over 6 feet 7 inches and weighed about 300 pounds. He moved to this area in 1828 and married Annie Rotch. Hughes was a lumber river raftsman operat-

ing on the Susquehanna River between Williamsport and the area near Baltimore, Maryland. This occupation enabled him to smuggle escaped slaves to the Williamsport area, where he hid the fugitive slaves at his house. It was a great act of courage for Hughes to spirit these runaways to freedom. His wife and their 16 children were exposed to great danger in the process. It was against the law to assist slaves, punishable by imprisonment and large fines. Also, not everyone in the area was sympathetic to these runaway slaves’ plight, and those who aided them were subject to harassment and sometimes outright physical violence.

Hughes often operated on moonless nights to lessen the chance of detection. He and his son, Robert, conducted slaves to the next “station” near Trout Run, and the runaways would continue their trek to Canada.

After the Civil War, the Hughes family donated a portion of their property along Freedom Road as a cemetery for African Americans. Among those buried, there are nine African American veterans of the Civil War.

Hughes’ story was memorialized for future generations through his great-granddaughter’s efforts, the late Mamie Sweeting Diggs, who made many public presentations about the exploits of her courageous great-grandfather. She was recognized for her dedicated work and research by having an honorary doctorate degree conferred on her by Lycoming College.

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One of the most famous Underground Railroad stations in Lycoming County was in Pennsdale, known as the “House of Many Stairs.” At the time of its service on the Underground Railroad, it was the Bulls Head Tavern, owned by Edward Morris. It served as a stagecoach stop that helped to mask its activities as a sanctuary for runaway slaves.

Another Pennsdale sanctuary for escaped slaves was Wolf Run House, owned by a Quaker named William Haines.

The McCarty-Wertman House on Main Street in Muncy also served as a refuge for escaping slaves.

The Quaker Meeting House in Pennsdale also served as a refuge for runaway slaves.

Another Quaker who lived in the Williamsport area was Derrick Updegraff. He offered sanctuary at the Long Reach Plantation along South Reach Road. It later became the Thomas Lightfoot Inn before that structure was torn down in the first decade of the 21st century.

Local African Americans also distinguished themselves in the area of writing and literature. Williamsport native Julia C. Collins is reportedly the first black woman to write a novel in the United States, titled The Curse of Caste, published in 1865.

Her grandson, Frank “Fay” Young, became the first full-time African American sportswriter when he did so in the 1930s for the Chicago Defender. He was a tireless promoter of great black athletes such as Jesse Owens and Joe Louis. He also campaigned zealously for the integration of Major League Baseball and was a confidant of Negro National League founder Andrew “Rube” Foster.

One of the greatest figures in African American history, Frederick Douglass, a former

slave who became a friend of Presidents and a spokesman for the aspirations of this people, spoke to an audience in Williamsport on the nights of November 14 and 15, 1867, at Doebler’s Hall, which was located at the northeast corner of Pine and West Fourth streets.

In his first speech, he detailed a “simple plan for the elevation of the Negro.” To whites in the audience, he asked, “that blacks be left alone to forge their own position in society, that they be given a fair chance.” Douglas implored, “If you see him going to school, let him alone. If you see him going into a mechanic’s shop to learn a trade, let him alone. If you see him going to the ballot box, let him alone. Give him a chance to work out his own position.”

To blacks, he urged, “steady, persevering work is the only road to greatness. Nature does the most for those that use the best means.”

In his speech the second night, he chided the federal government for its failure to enact legislation that would give blacks the right to vote. He advocated women’s suffrage more than a half-century before it became the law of the land.

He said, “A man’s rights rest in three boxes: the ballot box, the jury box, and the cartridge box. Let no man be kept from the ballot box because of his color. Let no woman be kept from the ballot box because of her sex.”

Douglass and all African Americans got their wish three years later when the 15th Amendment was ratified, giving blacks the right to vote. To observe this momentous occasion, blacks across Pennsylvania organized celeSee HISTORY on Page 8

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HISTORY

brations marking the milestone on April 26, 1870.

The Gazette and Bulletin wrote in its April 27, 1870, issue of the local celebration. “Never before yesterday was such a sight as the demonstration of enfranchised colored citizens in the city of Williamsport. Never before yesterday did a body of colored voters assemble together in a deliberative assembly in this city.”

In Williamsport, hundreds of people lined city streets, 42 carriages, and buggies paraded, and people carrying banners, some read “Equal Rights,” and “Free Suffrage.”

African Americans played a role in philanthropic affairs locally as well. Perhaps none is so more well known as a woman who was born into slavery named Mary Slaughter.

She was born on the Myers plantation near Martinsburg, West Virginia, in 1835. She would eventually become the Myers’ favorite cook and housekeeper.

She probably married her husband, William Slaughter, while living on the Myers plantation.

After the Civil War in 1866, she and William moved to Williamsport. They served as custodians at the former St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She was active at both the First Baptist and Bethel A.M.E. churches.

Tragedy stalked Slaughter. She lost three children at an early age, and her husband died of tuberculosis in 1886.

She needed a constructive outlet to deal with her grief, so she became involved in bettering the lot of elderly black women.

She began initially by providing meals to sick

mothers. She opened her four-room house on Walnut Street to elderly black women, and by 1897, it had evolved into the Aged Colored Women’s Home — a place for indigent, elderly African American women. She moved the facility to 124 Brandon Avenue, where it operated until 1973, some 39 years after her death at 99 in 1934.

Percy David (P.D.) Mitchell served as an inspiration to the black community and the community at large for almost 40 years. He was born in Portsmouth, Virginia, and came to Williamsport in 1943 to act as executive director of the Bethune-Douglass Community Center.

He had a keen interest in sports and was a key figure in organizing and coaching many of the sports teams at Bethune-Douglas. He was also an avid and accomplished bowler who also coached the first men’s and women’s bowling teams in the country to be recognized by the American Bowling Congress.

He was a towering figure in local civic affairs whose counsel was sought by both political and business leaders in the area. His involvement in the Kiwanis Club was one of his most notable activities. He was proud to have been elected the first African American state governor of the Kiwanis Club. He received The Grit’s Meritorious Service Award in 1976. He is one of the most respected figures of any color in the history of Lycoming County. He died in 1981.

In the education field, one woman teacher,

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OBITUARIES

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Gloria G. (Pyle) Stere, 84, of Montoursville

Charles Harry Welshans,75 of Avis

Sherry K. Fryer, 72, of Jersey Shore

Cecil “C.J.” Tucker, Sr., 94, of Hughesville

Francis (Fran) R. Johnson, 78, of Lock Haven

Albert James Madden, 73, of Lock Haven

David W. Beachel Sr., 78, of Danville

Nelson C. Bussom, 82 of Picture Rocks

Janet H. Miller, 91, of Williamsport

Forrest C. Styers, Jr., 83, of Lock Haven

Jack H. Roberts Jr. 68, of South Williamsport

Ernest Leroy Wise, 68, of Cogan Station

Genevieve M. “Peg” Rupert, 93, of Beech Creek

Barbara J. Pettingill, 88, of Lock Haven

Wayne E. Hort, 75, of New Columbia

Scott C. Woolever, 70, of Montoursville

Nancy E. Springman, 82, of Montoursville

Sandra L. Watkins, 74, of Woolrich

Kathryn E. Metz, 98, of Williamsport

Nancy C. Myers, 71, of Williamsport

George William “Bill” Bovier, 78 of Lock Haven

Ann Steinhilper, 81

Patricia M. Pope, 81, of Watsontown

Judy A. Killinger, 75, of Lock Haven

Alissa Shayla DeManno, 18, of Lock Haven

Christine Nicole (Kessler Nolder) Finnerty, 47, of Williamsport

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Miss Lila Mae Fisher, stands as a trailblazer in teaching locally for African Americans. e information on Fisher was obtained from an article on Williamsport Women by Mary Sieminski.

“Miss Lila,” as she was a ectionately known, taught in local schools from 1909 to 1949. She taught at a time when the Williamsport schools were virtually segregated. She taught at the Emery School, which in 1938 became the former Bethune-Douglass Center, and she later taught at Transeau School. She enjoyed an excellent reputation and was remembered fondly by her former students.

Williamsport’s African Americans were always there when they were called to their country’s colors. Perhaps the most distinguished local black military gure was Navy Captain Chancellor “Pete” Tzomes, who was the rst African American to command a U.S. Navy nuclear submarine.

Tzomes described growing up in Williamsport to me in a June 2014 Webb Weekly article. He recalled that there were just two neighborhoods that Williamsport’s blacks were concentrated in. Realtors and property owners would not sell to blacks outside of those two neighborhoods.

“I remember very well when P.D. Mitchell only wanted to move two blocks from where he lived on Park Avenue up to High Street. It caused a great uproar,” Tzomes said. “Mr. Mitchell got death threats and rocks and bricks thrown through his windows.”

Accommodations were segregated in Wil-

liamsport at the time. No hotel would take blacks in. As a result, Tzomes’ mother and a woman across the street, Mrs. Mellix, opened up tourist homes at their house for blacks who came to town to stay. When the famous jazz singing group the “Ink Spots” came to town, the Lycoming Hotel, now the Genetti, would not allow them to stay there, so they stayed at the two tourist homes.

“ e schools were not segregated, and you interacted and played with white kids,” Tzomes said. “But many times, when the parents of some of these children heard they were playing with you and hanging out with you, they told their children that they did not want their kids playing with you anymore because you were black.”

Tzomes graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1967 and went on to a distinguished naval career. He died in 2020.

I was reminded of the dignity and strength of the African American community last week when I attended the funeral of Barbara Moore Allen, a beloved and active member of the local African American community. I am sure I may have missed some distinguished persons, but I hope this gives you some avor of the caliber of people who have come here over the years.

I also hope that I have been able to show how deeply ingrained African Americans have been into the social, civic, and historical ber of Lycoming County over the years. If any of you have any information about any additional information about local African American history, please let us know.

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Winter Weddings

inter weddings, while unconventional, can be quite magical. The season is primed to embrace so many elements of romance: roaring fires, snowblanketed landscapes, crimson blooms, winter white cozy chic fashion, and so on and so forth. But there are also the challenges of darker days, cold nights, slush, snow, and the human inclination to not want to leave the house from January 1st through April. There’s a reason nearly three-quarters of nuptials take place between May and October. However, with a bit of careful planning and nuanced problem-solving, a winter wedding can be quite beautiful. So, if this past Christmas or Valentine’s Day finds you engaged and contemplating a winter wedding next year, here are a few dos and don’ts.

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Once the guest list has been set, send out save-the-dates WELL in advance, especially if you plan nuptials around or near any major winter holidays. The winter months can get busy with festivities, so give your guests the best opportunity to attend by planning as much time ahead as possible.

And if you’re looking to save some money and some trees, send out those save-the-dates digitally. You can even do this with the actual invitations.

In addition to a slim invite list and generously timed save-the-dates, also plan for shorter days. With the sun setting at its earliest in winter, consider a midday ceremony time to ensure the best chance for daylight photos and for prewedding pics.

First, consider a smaller guest list. A big blowout with a tent and a live band is great in the warmer months. But opting for a smaller guest count, hence a smaller venue allows for flexibility and helps streamline logistics. First, if you have any outdoor elements, it’s much easier to move an intimate group inside in the final hour rather than a huge crowd.

And speaking of pictures, be flexible with the dress code for guests and the bridal party. If your event is in a snowy location, consider a coat and boot check. Bring a pair of boots for yourself, you can even walk down the aisle in your Sorels for an outdoor ceremony with a luxurious white overcoat, maybe even trimmed with some faux fur. Same goes for the bridesmaids and groom’s attendants. If there’s snow, then boot up and be comfortable; it’s all

about embracing the setting.

Whether inside or out, ensure your guests stay warm, just as you would hopefully ensure they stay comfortable/ cool if your big day was during a hot/ humid month. Use as many heaters as the venue allows, especially if any portion of the festivities has an outdoor element. Also, you can o er hand warmers on a tray and throw blankets on the back of chairs. Shawls and wraps at the reception is also considerate as well as re pits and replaces. Another way to keep guests warm is by serving hot drinks and cocktails. Hot cocoa, hot cider, a hot toddy — these are all festive options to warm the blood and make your event that much more memorable.

Staying on top of the weather is key for winter nuptials. Track the forecast and have a list of emergency contacts at the ready. Know how to reach the closest snowplow and work with the venue on de-icing walkways and parking lots. Also, create an action plan on how to keep your guests and vendors in the know for any last-minute adjustments. Have a group chat and create a phone tree. For the tech-savvy, include QR codes on the invites for instant access to updates and critical information.

With these tips in mind, here are some don’ts.

First, don’t take all of your wedding day photos outdoors. While, in theory, that can be really pretty with wintery backgrounds, you’ll also have pink

cheeks and noses throughout, all while potentially shivering. Yes, a few outside pics, but also plan indoor locations, especially for family photos; keep your guests’ comfort in mind.

Speaking of comfort, don’t prioritize your wedding vision at the expense of your family and friends. No one wants to sit outside for too long. Nor does anyone want to attempt hazardous travel. Provide your guests with clear and comprehensive info on alternative routes and, if need be, potentially schedule group transportation, along with a list of cozy local accommodations.

Speaking of accommodations, don’t assume a winter wedding is going to be less expensive than a warm-weather event. True, your wedding may be “oseason,” but it could also align with winter tourists and activities. Destination weddings to wintry climes may even be at a higher price than spring and summer. So, consider that for your budget and that of your guests who may have to travel.

Lastly, one nal do — embrace the season. Use your wintery nuptials to highlight seasonal vegetables and wines, and maybe o er a hot soup as the rst course. If your wedding is around the holidays, give small nods to the season through décor and owers. Feel free to hang some mistletoe on your wedding arch, but leave the candy canes and Santa gurines at home. Hopefully, these tips will help inspire your winter wedding plans!

County Hall Corner Why Do We Have a President’s Day?

By Larry Stout

believe that Ronald Reagan gave us more of the best quotes about our country than any other president. As I was thinking about President’s Day, I remembered a quote by him, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same or one day, we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once like in the United States when men were free.”

e best example of Reagan’s quote are the two presidents we recognize every year on the third Monday in February. Our country owes an incredible debt to the two presidents who were born just ten days and 77 years apart: George Washington (b. February 22, 1732) and Abraham Lincoln (b. February 12, 1809 ).

George Washington was known as the “Indispensable Man” and deserved that recognition starting with his role as general of the Colonial Army to ght against arguably the greatest army in

the world at that time, the British Army. Washington’s “army” would better be described as a guerrilla group than an actual army. Most of their victories were raids rather than face-to-face battles. Keeping this ‘army’ together could not have been done by anyone other than George Washington. When he was o ered a monarchy, he quickly denied understanding and embracing true democracy. As the rst president, he set precedents that are still with us today.

President Abraham Lincoln was the complete opposite of our rst president. Washington was very rich, Lincoln was very poor. Washington was a poor public speaker, Lincoln was one of the greatest orators in American history. But

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what they had in common was a rocksolid stand on freedom and democracy. Both of these men had to fight for it on the field of battle and among those who disagreed with their stand for democracy and freedom.

Which brings us back to President Reagan’s quote above. I believe it gives us a guideline for where we are now and what we need to do in the future.

Consider each sentence from President Reagan’s quote:

Reagan: “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.”

Response: Do our schools really teach our founding principles, the role of each branch of government, our electoral process, policy making of government, checks and balances in the branches of government, etc? If not, why not?

Reagan: “We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream.”

Response: Are we taking for granted that the next generation will just discover our country’s core values and principles by osmosis? What are they learning about our country’s foundation?

Reagan: “It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same…”

Response: Martin Luther King believed that the “arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.”

President Reagan would agree on that point but also recognized that it would not come without diligence. The Trump Administration is discovering billions of wasted dollars yet is being blocked in every way to present changes in these practices. Truth does come out eventually, but often many years too late. Reagan: “…or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.”

Response: That would be the endgame for the United States of America if we failed to hold up our country’s foundation.

Pause and consider President’s Day, even if it has passed when you got your Webb Weekly. Can we just take a few moments to thank God that we are where we are, on the precipice of a two-hundred-andfifty-year anniversary of a country that is truly the envy of the world? Can we be more active in telling our elected officials how important it is to secure our foundational principles? They did not come about, nor did they survive till now without struggle. Our freedoms have been delivered to us today from those men and women who served and fought and sacrificed in the past. We must never forget — freedom is not free.

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Parmesan breaded fish, au gratin potatoes, buttered dill carrots, fruited gelatin, whole grain bread

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Chicken rice soup, chef salad with ham, turkey, and cheese, fruit cocktail, pasta salad, banana

February 27

Chicken BBQ, sandwich roll, molasses baked beans, carrots and cauliflower, creamy coleslaw

Lighter Fare

Chef salad with ham, turkey, and cheese, macaroni salad, Mandarin oranges, fresh banana, dinner roll

March 6

Roasted pork with saurkraut, mashed potatoes, cinnamon apples, dinner roll

Lighter Fare

Chicken salad, croissant, pickled beet salad, fresh orange

February 28

Mexican taco bowl, Spanish beans, tortilla chips, romaine with shredded cheese and taco sauce

Lighter Fare

Ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, whole grain bread, cinnamon apples, broccoli salad

March 7

Chicken Florentine, wild rice blend, buttered lemon pepper, broccoli & cauliflower, applesauce, whole grain bread

Lighter Fare

Sliced ham & Swiss with spicy brown mustard, rye bread, three bean salad, Mandarin oranges

Compiled by Lou Hunsinger Jr.

Negotiations for a $15,000 contract to raze two old buildings of the old Flock Brewery, now the property of Lycoming College have been completed, according to Kenneth

Himes, treasurer and business manager for the college.

e Brewery property was purchased by the college in 1951 Space where the main building and boiler house now stand will be used as a parking lot to ease the problem for students and faculty who drive to

the college each day.

e garage and bottling works will not be dismantled at the present time according to Mr. Himes.

Negotiations between the college’s board of directors and Williams and Heath General Contractors were endorsed during the past weekend, Mr. Himes announced.

e actual work of razing the main building and the boiler house will not begin for another week, although the construction rm has already launched the work of salvaging materials from the brewery buildings.

An o cial from Williams and Heath estimated today that the work dismantling the two buildings will take between two to three months.

By utilizing the brewery property, the college will increase the 12-acre campus by 20 percent, college president, Dr. John W. Long said this morning.

e old Flock property has stood idle for the past ve years, except for a brief tenancy of the bottling plant and the garages by a former business rm. In recent months all the buildings have been unoccupied.

Quinton Seneca Falls

Offbeat Words from an Offbeat Book: A Tribute to Charles Portis

By Joseph W. Smith III

harles Portis is one of a kind. Best known for his 1968 novel True Grit — twice adapted for the screen — Portis was born in 1933 and lived to age 86, passing away five years ago (Feb. 17, 2020); yet he wrote only four other novels and is now all but unknown in the wide, wooly world of American letters. I recently realized that even though I’ve read it four times, I somehow didn’t actually own True Grit — an utterly delightful comic Western praised by everyone from Walker Percy to Roald Dahl. With a quick internet search, your Webb book-lover was pleased to learn that Portis has finally gotten his due: In 2023, the prestigious Library of America issued a handsome one-volume collection of all five novels — along with much of the author’s journalism.

Getting my hot little hands on this edition, I instantly devoured Masters of Atlantis, Portis’s uproarious 1985 satire of cult religions. Virtually plotless, it rambles from Greece to England to Indiana to Canada, Mexico and finally Texas.

The storyline consistently refuses to go where you expect — reveling in a madcap cast of crackpots, buffoons, drunks, louts, lunatics, losers and loopy egomaniacs. Over and over I kept saying to my wife, “I’ve never read a book like this!” — but then, I had already made that declaration some years ago when I likewise enjoyed Portis’s cult-fave Dog of the South (1979).

And I’m not alone. According to Library of America, in the mid-1980s workers at a Manhattan bookshop were so wild about Dog that as it was about to go out of print, they bought up the remaining 183 hardbacks and constructed “a window display composed solely of these copies.”

Except for the recent anniversary of his death, there’s nothing especially timely about Portis — though actor Michael Cera has optioned Atlantis for a possible movie. In that book, however, I did notice a pile of oddball terms; and this made sufficient excuse for Webb’s Weird Words to plug the author — along with his work.

Here are several offbeat terms from that offbeat book:

Afflatus (uh-FLAY-tuss, noun) – From Dictionary.com: “inspiration; an impelling mental force acting from within”; alternately, “divine communication of knowledge.” Coming from a Latin base that means “to blow” — found in such words as inflate and flatulence — this is an apt word for Masters of Atlantis, which focuses on one Lamar Jimmerson and his supposed access to ancient secrets; its connection to “blow” involves the idea of a deity breathing into humans — as in Genesis 1.

That’s likewise the origin of such words as “inspire” and “aspire,” with spir being another Latin base — this one meaning “breathe” (e.g., “respiration”).

Cheesehopper (CHEEZ-hop-ur, noun) – Used as a generic insult in Portis (something like “jerk,” “hayseed” or “clod”), this is actually the larva of a cheese fly — a tiny creature that can leap or dig using “clawlike mandibles” (Collins). Also called a “cheese skipper,” it can — according to Merriam-Webster — live in meats and cheeses, sometimes causing an internal maggot infestation otherwise known as “myiasis.” Blech.

Estivate (ESS-tuh-vate, verb) – Go ahead — just try to guess what estivate means.

How about this: “To spend the summer, as at a specific place or in a certain activity” (Random House Collegiate). More specifically, it refers to the habit of some reptiles, snails, insects and small mammals to spend the hot season in a sort of summer hibernation.

Glossolalia (gloss-uh-LAY-lya, noun) – Another great word for a book about hidden knowledge, this usually refers to the gift of “speaking in tongues” as described in the New Testament (Pentecost, Acts 2) — and still practiced in many modern churches. The term can also refer more generally to “fabricated and non-meaningful speech, especially associated with a trance state or certain schizophrenic syndromes” (American Heritage).

It derives from the Greek gloss, meaning “tongue” — as in, for example, “glossary” and “epiglottis.”

Tarboosh (tar-BOOSH, noun) – A tasseled cap worn by Muslim men.

Even after all this, I’ve still got 18 more oddball terms from Masters of Atlantis; let’s save those for March and next week, in honor of our shortest month, we’ll cover clipped or shortened terms — like prom, deterge, whelm and suasion.

See you then!

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In addition to providing home maintenance, lawn care and snow removal, our Wellness Coordinator offers health and fitness classes and activities to keep residents healthy, active and engaged.

Our apartment buildings feature a resident dining room, lounges, card rooms and other recreation areas. Enjoy as much privacy or as many social opportunities as you like. We offer several floor plans and options to meet your needs.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Submit contributions in a What: When: Where: format to webbnews@webbweekly.com. View more calendar listings at www.webbweekly.com.

$25/quart. Preorder online at https://www.centralpafoodbank.org/ladles-of-love/ The event is preorder only until supplies last.

When: Preorder through February 21st. Soup pickup is Friday, February 28th from 11:30 a..m-1 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.5 p.m.

Where: Holiday Inn Express, 90 Pine St., Williamsport.

Pruning Trees and Shrubs

West 4th St • Williamsport (570) 322-0126

Old Lycoming Township Residents What: 2025 community dates to remember. When: Spring cleanup April 15-May 10: Place brush and small trees curbside. No bags, no leaves, no grass clippings, brush only in the right-of-way not in the street. No stumps! Mulch pile will be closed for grinding the first week in April. Mulch loading dates: April 20, May 11, May 25, June 8. The Township will load free mulch from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on all four Saturdays, at 1240 Princeton Ave., Williamsport. Roadside mowing: June 3-September 6. Leaf collection: October 21-November 22. Please place leaves only (no bags) at the end of yard within 5 feet of curb for pick up. Do not place in the street. No grass clippings or brush.

EVENTS

In-a-Bag

What: In-a-Bag. Discounted purses & bags, plus accessories.

When: February 18th & 19th, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: UPMC Williamsport Tower Lobby.

In-a-Bag

What: In-a-Bag. Discounted purses & bags, plus accessories.

When: February 20th, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: UPMC Divine Providence Lobby.

Soup Fundraiser

What: Ladles of Love soup fundraiser benefiting the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. Soups are donated by local chefs from the Peter Herdic House, Hillside Catering, the Penn College Culinary Department, and the James Restaurant. Each quart comes with 4 rolls and 2 cookies.

PUBLIC FARM AUCTION

Sale for Paul and Doris Berger 1114 Deturksville Road - Pine Grove, PA 17963 43 Acres (+ -)

Beautiful Pine Grove Property along 443. Very well maintained House w/attached 2 car garage and Large Den, 2 Car Garage separate from the house, Bank Barn, Road Frontage along 443, Sand Mound in 2014, 3 Parcels, 25.6 acres, 2 acres, 16.2 acres (being sold together only), Clean and Green. NOTE: This property is currently farmed and Very Well maintained by the Family. Don ’t miss this Excellent Opportunity. ITEMS: Coins, Approx. 20 guns + Ammo reloading equipment, Approx. 20 Mounts including Grizzly, Kodak Bear, Moose, Carribou, Elk, Wolf, many more.

Pictures: 10 Ned Smith Prints, 4 Laura Finberg, 13 Rc Kray and Artist Terry Redlin. Tools, 12’ car Trailer, Crocks, Christmas Décor, Puzzles, Boy Scout Memorabilia, Cut Glass, Cocktail Glass, Quilts, Sheet Music, Old Doors and Much, More! Full Listing & Pictures on Auction Zip 52968 NO BUYER’S PREMIUM.

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What: Pruning that is well executed results in a variety of benefits. When poorly performed, pruning can harm a tree’s health, stability and appearance. (free)

When: Saturday, February 22nd, from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Book Sale

What: Friends of Muncy Library book sale. When: February 22nd, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Muncy Library, 108 S. Main St., Muncy.

Dried Flower Make and Take

What: Learn how to dry flowers to use for cards and gifts—and make your own! ($10)

When: Saturday, March 1st, from 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Where: Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Rd., Montoursville.

Free Family Movie Night & Snacks

What: Free Family Movie Night & Snacks sponsored by Eagle Grange #1. Advanced registration:Limited to the first 50 reservations received;contact Jenn Nauss at jnauss89@gmail.com or 717-512-1261. Bring your own blankets, pillows or comfy chairs if you wish!

When: Saturday, March 1st. Check-in/refreshments begin at 6:00 p.m.; showing of Disney movie “Wish” begins at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Rd., Montgomery.

PA Dutch Potluck Dinner & Program

What: PA Dutch Potluck Dinner & Program. Celebrate Shrove Tuesday/Fasnacht Day with Eagle Grange at this free fellowship event. Costumed Amish guest Katy King

PUBLIC AUCTION

To settle the Estate of Joe Renninger 30 Tractors, 50 Trucks, Trailers, 45 Wagons, Skid Loaders, Dozers, 3 Large big square balers, 2 small square balers, Round Baler, Farm Machinery, Parts, Scrap & Tools Located on farm at 1221 Dean Hill Road Wellsboro, PA

Saturday, MARCH 1, 2025

Starting 9:00 AM sharp

Auct. Note: Thursday & Friday before the auction are the only days to view items. This is an extremely large auction with over 3000 large pieces.

We will be selling with 2 auctioneers all day.

Truck 1-selling tractors, trucks, loaders, equipment.

Truck 2- selling shop items, tools, parts, scrap piles

Visit fraleylive week of auction for pictures & descriptions & internet bidding

Community Calendar

will discuss traditional Pennsylvania Dutch cooking, food preservation, gardening, butchering and animal husbandry. Advanced registration:Limited to the first 50 reservations received;contact Doug Bonsall at douglas.b@verizon.net or 717-460-0723. Everyone to bring a favorite PA Dutch casserole, salad or dessert to share.

When: Tuesday, March 4th, at 6:00 p.m.

Where: Eagle Grange Hall, 32 East Blind Rd., Montgomery.

and It Will Be Given to You.”

When: Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Bethel Church, 717 Kimble Hill Rd., Williamsport.

Lasagna Dinner

What: Dinner includes meat lasagna, salad, bread, and homemade dessert. Eat in or takeout. Cost for the dinner is $14 for adults, $6 for children (12 & younger), and $10 for lasagna only. For more information, call 570-322-0126 or email trinitychurchpa@comcast.net.

CHURCH EVENTS

CHURCH EVENTS...

Donut Sale

What: Fresh homemade doughnut sale. Best to call and pre-order. Call 570-398-2913, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Cost: $7/dozen, or $3.50/half dozen.

When: Thursday, February 20th. Extras will be made and available for walk-ins starting at 7:00 a.m. on the day of the sale until 4:00 p.m. or until sold out.

Where: Trinity UM Church, 1407 Allegheny St., Jersey Shore. Glover St. entrance.

Closet Set-Up

What: Daniel’s Closet donations & set-up.

When: Thursday, February 20th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church - Curbside Drop-off, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.

Daniel’s Closet

What: Daniel’s Closet free clothing & shoes — infants & adults.

When: Saturday, February 22nd, from 8:30-11:00 a.m.

Where: Redeemer Lutheran Church Social Hall, 1101 Washington Blvd., Williamsport.

Church Service

What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be: “Give and It Will Be Given to You.”

When: Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Where: Mill Creek Church, 2255 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville.

Church Service

What: Worship Service: The sermon title will be: “Give

When: Wednesday, February 26th, from 4:00-6:30 p.m.

Where: Trinity Episcopal Pro-Cathedral, 844 W. 4th St., Williamsport.

MEETINGS

MEETINGS...

Post Meeting

What: American Legion Post #1 meeting. When: Tuesday, February 18th, at 6 p.m.

Where: Post at 10 East Third St., Williamsport.

ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT

EVENTS

Loose Cannons

What: Loose Cannons playing a variety of pop, rock, & country.

When: Friday, February 21st, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Sons of Italy Lodge #146, 1 N. Henderson St., Lock Haven.

Band Night

What: Band night – Over the Edge. Open-the public. $5 cover for non-legion members.

When: Saturday, February 22nd, at 8 p.m.

Where: Eugene Grafius American Legion Post 104, 1312 Broad St, Montoursville.

Phil Reeder & Aaron Kennedy

What: Phil Reeder & Aaron Kennedy playing acoustic rock.

When: Saturday, February 22nd, at 7:00 p.m.

Where: Cock Tales Tavern, 173 Liberty Valley Rd., Danville.

Annual Catalog Toy & Antique Auction

Deere Pedal Tractor, BMC Pedal Tractor, Power Chain Pedal Tractor, Red Pedal Jeep 4-John Deere 1/8 scale Tractors, one has spoke wheels (see picture) 1/8 scale Farmall M tractor Allis Chalmers D-21 tractor, Allis Chalmers D-19, Allis Chalmers D-17 tractor, Allis Chalmers Round Baler, Farmall 706 tractor, Farmall W400D, Farmall F-20, International 1586, 1/32 scale David Brown 990 Implematic, Ford 9600 tractor w/Duals, John Deere 70 tractor w/disk, John Deere 60 Corn Picker, John Deere A w/290 series cultivator (precision series) John Deere 4020 tractor (precision series) John Deere 730 (precision series) John Deere 40 tractor, John Deere 80 Tractor, John Deere A tractor, John Deere B tractor, John Deere 520 tractor, John Deere Gravity bin wagon, JD Brush Hog, Ammonia tank, John Deere Disk John Deere Trashing machine, McCormick Deering Thrashing machine, and many more tractors and farm toys , most of these toys are Ertl and are die cast

Large Assortment of Die Cast Banks; Trucks, Horse & Wagon, JD, AC, Coca-Cola and lots more Antique Toys: Nylint U-Haul Pick up w/2 trailers (nice) Nylint horse trailer, Structo Horses hauler, Buddy L Tow Truck, Nylint & Tonka Fire Trucks, Tonka Dump Truck, and various other Tonka toys, Assortment of Hess Trucks, Serval Nylint Trucks New in the box

Large selection of NASCAR collectibles, Cars, Haulers in serval sizes, lots of NASCAR match box cars, NASCAR sets (all Die cast)

ANTIQUES: Maytag Engine, Original John Deere Thermometer, Coke thermometer, Old Metal Marine sign (Rough) Cast Iron John Deere sign, Whistle Soda sign (reproduction) Daisy Butter churn, Griswold #6 small logo, Griswold #7 small logo Griswold # 8 small logo, Griswold #8 large logo, Griswold #10 large logo, serval Wagner & Lodge skillets, Crocks, Misc: Children's Bounce House, Large Doll House, Old Fisher Price Toys and tin wind up toys John Deere 730 Diesel Cookie Jar, John Deere Kitchen Scales, NOTE: this is a very brief listing of this auction, this will be a catalog auction, call for more information or to order a full catalog 507-927-2862

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A Story About Cakes

hen I was a little girl, my gram, Lois Liddick, would make our birthday cakes. She o en made cakes for weddings, showers, and birthdays for fun. She was so good at it! I could tell her any cake I wanted, and she would make it happen.

I had a soccer ball cake, Cookie Monster cake, roller skate cake, kitty cake, mermaid cake, Winnie the Pooh and Tigger cakes, Raggedy Ann cake, and even a Rudolph cake! (See, I always loved Christmas.) ese are just to name a few.

Andrea McElroy

I probably had a birthday cake made by my gram every year until I was 16 or 18.

cause she loved doing it.

Lois was always making baked goods for the people she loved. Her homemade bread was the absolute best! From Easter bread with colored eggs wrapped in the loaves to Christmas bread wrapped in red and green. ey each had their own unique taste for that holiday. She also made monkey bread, pepperoni bread, and white bread. Lois Mae was quite the baker! ere was nothing like pulling up to their house; you could smell the bread baking in the driveway. Walking in to see them, there would just be loaves of bread lined across the counter with t-towels hanging over each loaf as they were waiting to bake. When Gram baked, she didn’t bake just one lousy loaf. Oh no. is lady baked!

I have pictures of so many of these of me with cakes. Gram was so creative and took pictures of everything, for which I am so thankful. ere was never a cake where she would tell me it couldn’t be done. Gram had all kinds of fancy tips for piping icing and every color in the world for food coloring.

Every year for my birthday, I couldn’t wait to see Pap and Gram’s car pull in so I could see my birthday cake! ese were homemade cakes from scratch and so delicious. I always chose a vanilla cake with vanilla icing. Still do. I’m not a big chocolate girl.

When I was also a little girl, I loved going over to my Grammy Perry’s house. Margaret Perry. Grammy would pretty much let me do whatever I wanted to do. If I wanted to play games, she would play games. If I wanted to watch a movie, we would watch a movie. If I wanted to walk to the Family Dollar to get fake nails, we walked. If I wanted to make a cake, we would make a cake!

To this day, I honestly don’t even know where she learned this. It’s not like she started a baking business or anything. She did all these cakes out of the goodness of her heart and be-

But my other grammy didn’t make cakes from scratch; we used boxed cakes and these candy letters to decorate with so that I could create anything I wanted. I could put my name on the cake or the word CHRISTMAS just because I could. Candy hearts also lled

the cakes as she bought these cake topper candies on sale around the holidays. I could be as imaginative as I wanted as she pulled out a box lled with candy cake toppers.

Funfetti cake with the canned Funfetti icing was the absolute best. ey don’t make Funfetti icing like they used to. Grammy always had a box of Funfetti cake and a container of Funfetti icing in the cupboard, ready to go when I visited. From cakes to cupcakes, we made it all! It wasn’t any special decorating techniques or fancy piping for icing. It was just a girl, and her grammy — making a cake with a KitchenAid mixer, and she was letting me lick out the bowl. A erward, we would play a game of rummy and sit and eat a cake with chips and Oscar Myers’ bologna, which I would bite two holes in and lay the bologna over my eyes to peek out of. Crazy combo, I know. If I wanted spaghetti and meatballs with pancakes, she would do it! She bent over backward for me.

I had two amazing grandmothers who both made cakes so special for me. I love and appreciate a homemade cake with the best homemade buttercream icing that looks like my favorite characters. But I also loved a box cake mix that transformed into a Christmas cake in the middle of July with sugared Santas covered all over the cake with the word Christmas.

For Christmas with my Liddick family, I decided to make a cake. A Hot Cocoa cake that looked and sounded amazing, and this girl doesn’t even love chocolate cake!

Try it for yourself and then turn around and give that big (or little) booty a smack because it’s about to go down when you try this cake.

Hot Cocoa Poke Cake

Ingredients:

• (1) 15.25-ounce box of chocolate cake mix

(plus ingredients listed on box)

• (1) 7-ounce jar of marshmallow creme

• 2 tablespoons water

• (1) 11.25-ounce of chocolate fudge sauce

• (1) 8-ounce tub of whipped topping, thawed

• 2 packets of hot chocolate mix or ¼ cup

• 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

• 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

Directions:

Prepare the cake in a 9×13-inch pan following the directions on the box. Allow the cake to cool to room temperature.

Use the handle of a wooden spoon or the thick end of a chopstick to poke rows of holes into the cake 1 inch apart.

Add the marshmallow u and water to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 20 seconds. Mix until well incorporated. e marshmallow u should be a pourable consistency.

If it is too thick to pour, microwave for an additional 10 seconds and stir well again.

Pour the marshmallow creme over the cake.

Use a rubber spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the marshmallow and press it down into the holes.

Heat the chocolate fudge sauce according to the directions on the jar. Spread the chocolate sauce over the top of the cake. Allow the fudge sauce to cool.

Add the whipped topping and hot chocolate mix to a medium bowl and gently fold until well combined.

Spread the chocolate whipped topping over the cake and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the avors to meld.

When ready to serve, sprinkle the mini marshmallows and chocolate chips over the cake, slice and enjoy.

Hats for Heat Charity Buys Fuel Oil for Needy

inters in North Central PA can be cold, and this year has been even worse, with temperatures running below average. is means that already high heating bills have been, and will continue to be, even higher than normal. According to paenergyratings.com, the polar vortex that has been moving across Pennsylvania has been

bringing colder air from the north, forcing homeowners and renters to more quickly exhaust their existing heating supplies while also driving up costs to heat their homes. Given that fact, electricity has also been on the rise, regardless of how one heats their home, and that PA ranks 16th in the country for monthly heat costs, the average person’s budget has really taken a hit. While many

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Hats For Heat is a nonpro t organization that assists individuals stay warm during the cold winter months and is the brainchild of Vince Reeder and Echo Mitchell of Montoursville. “Hats For Heat was born organically when I shared a picture of myself wearing a camou age hunting hat on Facebook,” said Reeder. “It sparked interest from over 30 people in just a few hours. My signi cant other and co-founder, Echo

Mitchell, and I saw an opportunity to make a di erence and started selling hats, with 100% of the pro ts going to help those in need stay warm during the winter months. Our rst batch of 100 hats sold out even before we received them, and we now o er a variety of apparel and 27 hat styles.”

It doesn’t hurt that Vince “Vinnie” Reeder knows the heating oil business. Born and raised in Montoursville, Vinnie is one of three brothers who own Reeder Bros. Fuel Services Inc. based out of Montoursville since 1998. “We raise money through monetary donations, selling apparel and hats throughout the year; we also attend festivals

and fairs,” said Reeder. “We have what we call our Super Bowl of events. It’s an annual basket ra e that we just had on February 1st and 2nd at the Loyalsock Hotel. e community, individuals, and businesses come together and donate baskets (204 this year) to help raise money for the cause. rough donations, ticket sales, and apparel, we’ve raised $71,086 to help those in need. So, it’s the community members coming together to help our community members in need stay warm. e money goes directly back into the community.” Reeder went on to say that he and Echo wanted to thank the community for supporting their cause. “We couldn’t do what we do

without the community support. We are truly blessed to live in an area that is full of big hearts,” said Reeder. When asked how the public can help, as this problem isn’t likely to go away, Reeder responded that the public could help by purchasing hats and apparel or by making monetary donations. “Facebook is probably the easiest way to connect,” said Reeder, “by searching or following Hats For Heat, Vince Reeder, or Echo Mitchell. We accept nominations of families in need through messenger at all 3 on Facebook.” You can also contact Vinnie and Echo via email at hats4heat@gmail.com or vincereeder@ gmail.com to make a donation.

ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20

Aries, impulsiveness may cause friction with loved ones this week, so avoid rushing into decisions. Keep an open mind when others come to you with their thoughts.

TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21

Taurus, expect some clarity regarding a recent nancial decision this week. You’ll get the answers you need about budgeting and other investments you’ve been mulling over.

GEMINI – May 22–Jun 21

CANCER – Jun 22–Jul 22

Cancer, much of your to-do list this week will focus on your home life. Take a break from the hustle and spend time bringing order and balance to spaces in your home.

LEO – Jul 23–Aug 23

Your words carry a lot of weight right now, Leo. Be very careful about the opinions you o er and the stories you share. By the weekend you may be called upon for some advice.

VIRGO – Aug 24–Sept 22

is week you may be tempted to overcommit to social endeavors, Gemini. Keep your boundaries in check, especially if you are having di culty telling other people, “no.”

Virgo, if you have been thinking about making some sweeping nancial decisions,

now is the time to take action. Putting things o for another day can wreck longterm plans.

LIBRA – Sept 23–Oct 23

Sometimes you have to give yourself a pat on the back when others are not o ering the feedback you need, Libra. You are doing a great job and learning along the way.

SCORPIO – Oct 24–Nov 22

You o en keep your cards close to the vest, Scorpio. Others may be surprised to learn a project you have been working on for some time has come to fruition.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23–Dec 21

Personal ambitions are at the forefront of your mind, Sagittarius. However, you may be placing too much importance on nancial matters rather than the other rewards

from hard work.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22–Jan 20

You are doing quite well in your professional life right now, Capricorn. But in terms of home life, there are de nitely some areas that can use improvement. Focus on those things.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21–Feb 18

Aquarius, you could be feeling a strong urge to declutter personal spaces, such as the garage, closets or even your home o ce. Find the time to start sorting through belongings.

PISCES – Feb 19–Mar 20

All it may take is a simple conversation to clear up some persistent misconceptions, Pisces. Figure out when to schedule that talk and a erwards you will feel better.

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hroughout Pennsylvania and neighboring states, we are at the peak of the coyote breeding season. That means that we are in a prime time of the year to hunt one of our state’s most prolific predators. Both males and females are out and about during daylight hours more than usual, working up an appetite not just for mating but also for traveling more distance means needing more food intake. Like whitetail bucks during the rut, male coyotes, while usually quite cautious, will sometimes throw caution to the wind as they tend to stay laser-focused on mating. And as if the mating season isn’t enough to distract them, they are increasingly occupying much of their time searching for something to eat. These factors lead to the prime time to hunt coyotes in the next several weeks.

While black bears are the largest predator of whitetail fawns — both in size and number of fawns taken in the early months of birthing — there is little doubt that coyotes come in as a quick second in taking spring fawns. Bears adjust their diet for the rest of the year and devote most of their consumption to nuts, berries, field corn, and other vegetation. Conversely, coyotes continue their intake via predation of all sorts of birds and mammals.

Young female coyotes do not generally

breed in their first year, but there are known cases where yearling females have given birth to and have raised a litter of pups in their first year. Female coyotes have one heat period that lasts four to five days and generally occurs in mid-February but can occur in late January or early March. Thus, hunters are right in the middle of the prime time to take advantage of the coyote breeding season.

With all that in mind, and with no scheduled hunting seasons occurring this time of year, you have a great opportunity to cull a few coyotes now, thus reducing the predation they would undertake throughout the year. Coyote hunting, whether by using dogs, calling, or spot and stalk, is a good way to introduce someone to the sport of hunting, especially if you are mentoring a youth or adult. Whatever method you use, there is plenty of time to talk about related subjects like proper handling of firearms, ethical hunting, a hunter’s responsibilities, respect for the outdoors, the habits and habitat of the game you are pursuing, and the sheer enjoyment of just spending quality time in the outdoor world.

Calling or vocalization can be particularly effective now. FoxPro, a Pennsylvania-based electronic call maker, manufactures several callers incorporating an amazing variety of sounds. Very effective during the breeding season are a series of coyote sounds that both the males and females will make as

they are looking for or calling to a potential mate. Later in the winter, some vocalizations imitate a coyote pup in distress, and it is one of the most effective calls in a coyote hunter’s repertoire. The sound of a dying rabbit has long been one of the most effective calls that coyote callers use. All these and more are available on one of FoxPro’s electronic callers. If one of the electronic callers is out of your price range, that is no problem, as numerous handheld callers are quite good at producing a huge range of calls. Whether you use an electronic caller or a handheld call, there are dozens of videos on YouTube that can teach newcomers and polish up the calling by experienced hunters as well. Another solid reason to be hunting coyotes over the next several weeks is that this is the

time of year when their pelts are in prime condition. If you have any desire to have the pelts tanned for various uses, this is the time of year to do so. Coyote fur can be used to make coats, jackets, or hats. A coyote pelt can make a beautiful rug or can be displayed by hanging several pelts together — this is especially attractive when various color variations are hung together. If you are interested in helping cull the coyote population in your favorite hunting grounds, this is an especially effective time of year to spend time calling coyotes or pursuing them by spot and stalk hunting. Remember that for each coyote you eliminate this winter, there is an increased survival rate of whitetail fawns and wild turkey poults in the spring! Good Luck!

That’s right, I’ve been a “hunter” all my life. Yes, I’ve been involved in hunting ever since I was a kid in junior high school, but to be honest, my only interests are not just in bagging a deer or turkey every year, but I also enjoy seeing and encountering all kinds of wildlife.

You bet I get excited when I spot a big ock of wild turkeys, but I also enjoy seeing a variety of other wildlife, including a variety of birds.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not a serious

bird watcher like some folks I know, but as a wildlife artist, I de nitely enjoy painting scenes with hawks, eagles, owls, game birds, and a variety of songbirds.

Even though we are in a bit of a lull with our hunting seasons, I’m still on the lookout for whatever wildlife I can see when I’m out and about. It was this time of year about 10 years ago when I spotted something in a eld that I had never seen before in the state of Pennsylvania, and now, when February rolls around, I start looking again.

I was on a back road just outside of Pennsdale when I spotted a big Snowy Owl sitting in the middle of a snow-covered eld. My guess is very few people reading this have ever seen a snowy owl in real life, and for good reason — they are an extremely rare visitor to our state. e Snowy Owl lives in the tundra in northern Canada, where they feed on lemmings and voles.

It is believed that when shortages

of that food supply occur, the Snowy Owls migrate further south in search of other food sources.

Sightings are most likely to occur in late fall to around May.

From what I have been able to dig up, apparently, in February of 2014, there was an unusually large number of sightings here in Pennsylvania, with at least three di erent Snowy Owls showing up right around the Turbotville area.

Be aware that the Snowy Owl is just one of eight owl species that show up in our state. We also have the Barred Owl, Barn Owl, Eastern Screech-Owl, Long-Eared Owl, Northern Saw-whet

being offered and below is just a brief listing of what will be available. Hope to see you there!

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TERMS: NO BUYERS PREMIUM. WE ONLY ACCEPT CASH OR GOOD CHECK. RETURNED CHECKS ARE SUBJECT TO A $30.00 FEE. ALL ITEMS SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS. STATEMENTS MADE ON DAY OF AUCTION TAKE PRECEDENTS OVER PREVIOUSLY WRITTEN MATERIAL.

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Owl, Short-Eared Owl, and the one most of us are probably familiar with, the Great Horned Owl.

The Snowy Owl is quite different in appearance than the others and lives up to its name. The Snowy Owl is basically white; the white is more prominent in the adult male with some markings showing up, while the juveniles and adult females are more clearly marked with moderate to dark-colored barring. The barring occurs on the wings, breast, and top of the head. Fluffy white feathers cover the legs and feet. The eyes are vivid yellow with black pupils. The Snowy Owl is the largest of our owls, with a wingspan of over four

and one-half feet.

It’s entirely possible that we may not have any Snowy Owls visit us this year, but I am going to keep an eye out. By the way, they tend not to perch up in trees a lot, but rather, they are often found sitting on the ground in the snow or maybe on a nearby fence post. They are birds of open fields and marshes and not the woods, and when they show up here, they prey on rabbits, waterfowl, and other game, including dead fish.

Well, keep your eyes out for that white owl. If you spot one, I’m sure there are a lot of bird watchers that would like to know.

Consolidated Sportsmen of Muncy Creek Annual Banquet • Mar. 22nd, 2025 at the Hughesville Fire Hall Social Hall Doors open 4:00pm • Buffet Dinner at 6:00pm

Door prizes, Raffles, Live Auction, 50/50 Drawing & Basket Raffle Guest Speaker: John Cingolani, Cold Water Fisheries Technician BANQUET TICKETS: $25 for adults, 5-12; $20, 5 &

John Cingolani will be speaking about trout diseases and the co-operative trout nursery program.

To order tickets call Scott Kilcoyne @ 570-447-7960 or any

Deer Habitat Field Day

Featured Speaker Dr. Mark Turner

Assistant Professor and Wildlife Extension Specialist at Oklahoma State University Mark is a regular contributor to the National Deer Association website and has conducted research on forest management, prescribed fire, food plots and factors influencing deer antler size across eastern US.

Guest Speakers: Dave Aumen of Aumen’s Forest and Wildlife Management Service, Ty Heeter of Jacks Mountain Wildlife Solutions and Ryan Haines of Blue Hill Wildlife Nursery

Topics: Forest Management - Field Management, Property Design - Harvest Management - Food Plots

Fruit Trees - Increasing Body Wt. & Antler Size

Classroom & In Field Instruction – Lunch Included

March 8th, 2025 - 9am to 4pm - Beavertown PA. Shade Mountain Bowmen, 4717 Creek Rd, Beavertown PA 17813

For Information see North Central Pennsylvania Branch – National Deer Association on Facebook or Contact Doug Garrison 570-658-4646, Email d2garrison@hotmail.com.

$40 Registration Required by February 28th.

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Scott on Sports

Pre Season Service Special

Tetreault Steps Down

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wife Rae Ellah (a eld hockey coach and English teacher at Muncy High School) and I just had our rst child (daughter Emery) in September, and it just became time for me to focus more on the family responsibilities. It became a time con ict, and it was going to be di cult for me to put in the time needed to keep pushing the football program in the direction it should be.”

he perusal of recent help-wanted ads in local media outlets underlines what can be a di cult challenge for area school districts seeking individuals to coach their various athletic teams. While there are many voices coaching from the stands, hiring the right person to lead teams of teenage athletes on the eld can be a painstaking process. When they have a good one, it becomes problematic when a replacement needs to be found. at became the challenge for Muncy athletic director Curt Chilson when veteran football coach Sean Tetreault made the decision to step away from the sidelines a er a successful 10-year run.

Growing up, Tetreault played youth football, high school tennis, wrestled, and played football at Hughesville High School. He went on to play college football at Lebanon Valley as an o ensive lineman. He capped his playing career with two years of professional football in the Arena League for the Pittsburgh Power.

During his tenure, the chief Indian led his teams to ve district championships, three silver medals, and four league championships while winning league or district titles in nine of his ten years on the southern Lycoming County reservation.

Admitting that football has been a part of his life since he was young, fatherhood and business responsibilities clashed with the demanding obligations of a football coach, signaling it was time to move on.

“ ere were several factors that led to my decision,” Tetreault explained. “My father owns a funeral home I help out with. My

“I developed an interest in coaching as my playing career ended. Over the years, I was blessed to have some remarkable coaches and have been excited to share the knowledge I learned from great coaches all across the county with the local talent we have here in Muncy.

“When I rst got the job at Muncy as a 25-year-old, I reached out to Coach George Curry at Berwick and my old coaches at Lebanon Valley, who were great resources to have. eir collective advice was that you have to be true to who you are. If you

don’t stand behind your core and your principles, the kids won’t get behind the things you are trying to do. So, I tried to be true and authentic and maintain those core principles the kids can get behind.

“I was very fortunate to start my coaching career at a young age when Muncy hired me. I believe I was the youngest head football coach in District IV at that time. As a young guy coming in, it was a challenge to establish the culture you would like. You go through some growing pains, but the school stuck behind me, the fans bought in, and it was great to see it happen at Muncy.

“I am most proud of all the kids we helped get through the doors at Muncy. All the records and all the wins are great to have, but what really means the most to me is seeing the teams all come together and the camaraderie and friendship they share with each other. Those things will last forever.

“The first district title, taking a team that was 4-6 during the season, provided a wonderful memory. They got hot at the right time and were able to beat two teams that had only lost one game all season long during the playoffs. That was the first District title for Muncy, and it got the community excited. That was the beginning of the tradition. We began to play winning football and competed for district titles.

“This past season, with our run to the state semi-finals, was a great journey and experience. The senior group we had was outstanding and had the district champion

bug. We hadn’t won one in the years they played. They were excited for that opportunity. They believed in the process and what we were doing. It was great to see their belief in the system, and it really showed in the playoffs. They had tough teams they went up against and achieved some huge wins.”

It is ironic that state championship hopes for both Muncy and South Williamsport in 2017 ended with losses to state power Bishop Gilfoyle in semi-final games. The similarity of both defeats ended the record-setting careers of Austin Johnson and Dominick Bragalone, who established themselves as the best running backs in the history of the two schools.

Public Auction

Friday, February 21st , 2025 5:30 pm

143 School Lane Lairdsville Pa 17742

*****Saturrdaay September 7th 9 a.m. *****

“We talk all the time about believing in the name (Muncy) on the front of the jersey. We talk about the tradition and being a brotherhood. We focus on those things with our kids. No one person is bigger than the team, and everybody sacrifices and they all bought into what we were preaching. They worked hard, played hard, and it was great to see all the good things that happened as a result of their dedication to what we were doing.

(The Lairdsville Firehall)

5:30 - Primitive Decor, Household, 75+ “Oliver” and more 1/16th Scale Die cast Tractors and implements, Oliver Pedal Tractor, Ford Pedal Tractor, Trains and accessories including Oliver and more, David Armstrong Prints, “In Good Standing”, “Picnic”, “The Quilter”, “Early American”, several pcs of Pig Decor, and much more!!!! For full listing and pictures go to auctionzip.com ID#45518, This auctions has a little something for everyone. We Hope To See You There!!

*1 East Park Street Hughesville Pa 17737* (Lycoming County Fairgrounds 3rd street entrance)

5pm - Household, Collectibles, vintage furniture, Kitchenware, good collection of tools including a shop press, cutting torches and more, We Hope To See You There For full listing and Pictures go to auctionzip com ID# 45518, or check us out on facebook at Levi Spring Auctioneering (570) 560-9543 * Watch for upcoming ads fore more listing and details

Note: This is Auction Number 1 with items From “Jim Myers”

Terms and Conditions: NO BUYERS PREMIUM, cash or good pa check credit card 3 1/2% loss, buying as is where is no guarantees or warranties made by the seller or the auctioneer, statements made the day of auction take e precedence over any previous material.

The future awaits, and Tetreault seems ready to embrace it.

“With my new daughter and business responsibilities, I’ll be taking it one day at a time. My wife will continue to coach at Muncy. We live in Muncy, and we want to continue being a part of the community. It’s time to focus on family and work, have some fun, and enjoy some free time moving forward.”

Terms: No buyers premium, cash, good pa check, or credit card with 3 1 /2% loss, buying as is where is, statements made the day of auction take precedence over any previous material

in ground pool with a 20’x24’ pavilion, 6 person PDC Spa. There is a large Bank Barn, unattached 3 car garage w/ 18’x36’ heated & cooled workshop and a 2-bay utility/pole shed attached. Also, a small two story she/he shed that is heated & cooled, vintage milk house, RV parking & dump station, beautiful landscaping with a variety of perennial flowers. No Zoning restrictions and farm animals and business permitted. This is a must see to Appreciate Real Estate. Sellers are highly motivated, so you don’t want to miss out on this excellent property which is a great investment. Check Auctionzip.com seller #4038 for pictures and more info. Check Auctionzip.com Seller #4038 for more info and pictures.

Auction Terms: No Buyer’s Premium, Cash or good PA Check, Credit Cards with 4% transaction fee Call Dan Voneida at 570-447-6480 for a personal tour of this beautiful real estate. Owner: Lynn & Vickie Hill • Auctioneer: Dan Voneida #AU0004059

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Auction ends Sunday, February 23 2025 so close starting at 7:00 PM

Removal will be Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Location: 1871 Jamison Avenue, Cogan Station, PA 17728

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Opportunity Awaits

We are auctioning 5 parcels in assemblage at “Clarkson”—a fully operational industrial property with excellent potential for your business or investment needs.

• Main Building: 11,700 sq.ft.

• Office Area

• Display/Showroom

• Storage with loading dock access (front & rear)

• Secondary Multi-Story Warehouse available on-site.

Additional Items for Auction:

Following the sale of the real estate, office equipment and unattached industrial pieces will be offered for sale during a walk through facility auction. Don’t miss the chance to bid on assets that could complement your business!

Auction Terms & Conditions: Property sells with an opening bid of $415,000.00 or more and with the immediate confi rmation of the Seller if less. Property is being sold “AS IS, WHERE IS” with “ALL FAULTS” and no guarantees expressed or implied. Cashiers or Certifi ed check written to Interstate Auction Services LLC Escrow in the amount of $10,000.00 required at time of auction as down payment. Settlement made 60 days from sale date upon delivery of clear deeds. 4% buyer’s premium Charged, to be paid by purchaser as part of the purchase price. Auctioneer Note: For full listing of addition sale items and photographs go to auctionzip. com(enter #5545) or gotoauction.com(enter #5228). Year Built: 1950 - Real Estate Identifi ed with UPI No’s: (51-001-211, 51-001-212, 51-001-216, 51-001-218 & 51-001-219) **2% Realtor Participation is Invited** For more details or to preview the property, please contact the Chuck Kindlimann, Auctioneer at 570935-0376. Mark your calendar—this is one you won’t want to miss, Clarkson The Cleaning Store.

Sporting Matters With Spence… Atmosphere

Major props to the Jersey Shore B ulldogs and the Loyalsock Lancers. The girls’ afternoon showdown was outstanding. It was a great idea that required lots of planning. Kudos to the administrations. Both teams played at 1:30 p.m. on Monday. The stands were packed with Jersey Shore students. The game was sort of like a school assembly. The Lady Bulldogs embraced the moment, and they almost pulled off a major upset. Members of the boys’ team dressed up as ESPN analysts. I wasn’t there, but I heard it was an incredible atmosphere. A handful of Sock’s parents said it was absolute bedlam. The gym was so loud, and it was the ultimate experience. A game that

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both squads will always remember.

Loyalsock won 56-51 and improved to 21-1 on the season. Lacey Kriebel was clutch. The senior hit some big free throws down the stretch. She made six consecutive in the final 31 seconds. It was a great win for Coach Curtis Jacobson in a hostile yet super-fun venue.

“I tried not to pay attention to the noise,” Kriebel told reporters. “I practice foul shots all of the time. My dad even yells and screams in the background to help me tune everything out. I have been in those situations before, and it helped me tonight. It was a great game. What an environment. This will definitely help moving forward. I don’t think we’ll see a much better one down the road.” Kriebel will play at Lock Haven

BEGINNING FRI., FEB. 21,

Makers Include: Bear & Bull, Browning Buck Creek, Louis Martin, Gerber, Elk Ridge, Hen & Rooster, Taylor, Schrade, Rough Rider, Randall, Case & others. Every size and shape (Most new in wrappers) Bowie/Skinning &Pocket.

(Pick Up Only at our Gallery on the Farm, Look for the Windmill) Sat. March 1st, 10am-1pm & Sun. March 2nd, 2-4pm 92 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD., MUNCY PA 17756

Auctioneer Note: On-line auction only. NO SHIPPING (Pick up only). FULL listing & pictures on InterstateAuctionServices.Hibid.com or Auctionzip.com(enter 5545) & GoToAuctions.com(enter 5228). Terms: Cash or good PA check. Credit cards (include lost 3% Discount. All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS”, No guaranties made by the seller. 4% Buyers Premium & 6% PA Sales Tax applies to this On-Line auction.

– Auctioneer –Chuck Kindlimann AU-003818-L 570-220-0163 To all

University next winter. Making those big shots was no accident. She has spent countless hours honing her skills. She tries to get 300 shots up a day. Usually outside of practice. Her work has paid off. She has been huge for the Lancers in 2025. Well done, Lacey.

I would like to congratulate both schools who participated in this afternoon’s matinee. Much love to Coach Mike Schall and his

Removal: Thursday, October 13th from 1 to 6 PM

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staff, who pitched the idea this fall. I hope that more do something similar in the upcoming years. What a great experience. Remember kids. It is cool to cheer and support your fellow student-athletes. They will need you down the stretch, especially during playoffs. Times have changed, and I miss the sections. You can make a difference in the outcomes. A great fan base can go a long way. Cheers.

RURAL LYCOMING ONLINE AUCTION #3

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Location: 248 Lewis Road, Williamsport, PA 17701

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ANTIQUES / COLLECTIBLES FURNISHINGS / APPLIANCES

5:00 – or there ‘bouts- (Outback): - Misc. Furnishings (not a lot, it is still cold out back).

5:30 – or there ‘bouts- (Main Hall) Doilies, Runners, Table cloths – Gray Enamelware pan – Candle Snuffers – Vintage Kitchen Utensils – Lg. & Sm. Fly Screens – Grn/Whi Coffee Pots – Grn McCoy batter bowls – Cream/ Grn Pitchers – Elec. Hanging Lamps – Asst. Lamps – Biscuit Jars – Ice Cream Molds – Butter Crocks – Cheese Preserver – Star Egg Carrier – Mounted Ram Horns – Glazed Jugs Bro/whi – Small Display Case –Children’s Dishes and Books – Long Handled Copper Pan – Hooked Rug, Dog Motif – Hawthorn Pottery Crock – Yellow Ware Bowls & Rabbit molds – Sausage Crocks – Blu/Whi Stoneware Drink Dispensers – Blue Stoneware Crocks – Copper Kettles – Old Adv. Calendar/Therm Murray Motor Co. & Mildred Sterner Beer Dist. – 2 Porcelain Signs, Private Road – Barrel Bank, Lycoming Trust Co., Wmspt. – Foot Warmer – Brick Mold – Demi Jug – 2Pr. Spurs – Harness Rings – Shaving Stand – Tin Oolong Tea Box – Brown Marbled Stoneware Spittoon – Metal Cigarette Case –Older runner sleds & MUCH MORE!!

6:30 - Furniture – Vintage Victorian 30 hour Grandfather Clock - Winged Mirrored Dressing Vanity, Burl wood – Vintage Floor Lamps w/ shades –Blanket Chests – Rectangular Marble top stand – Hardwood lamp table –Round Wood lamp table – Computer Desk Chair – 6 Tier knick knack shelf – Blanket Chests – Antique Desk, Rounded Front – Ornate Brass Stand Telephone – Beveled Mirror, Oriental Design -Appliances: Like New, LG ThinQ Stackable Washer/Dryer, Model WKEXZ00HBA Gun Metal Gray & Modern Frigidaire Refrig/Freezer 20.6 cu.in Blk/SS P/N 240508032A & MUCH MORE!!

Auctioneer Note: FULL listing & pictures on auctionzip.com (enter #5545) or GoToAuctions.com(enter 5228). Chairs provided, good food and laughter is available!!.

Terms: Cash or good PA check. Credit cards (include lost 3% Discount). All verbal statements take precedence over previously written materials. All items are sold “AS IS, WHERE IS”, No guaranties made by the seller. Significant Incident Date 02/22/25. “NO BUYER’S PREMIUM”. PA Sales tax applies.

To all VETERANS, THANK YOU for your service!!

Muncy Creek Township, this property combines privacy, natural beauty, and convenience.

Key Features:

• Ranch-Style Home: Spacious single-fl oor living with 2,016 sq. ft. of an open fl oor concept living area. Includes a 2 Bay Underside / Open faced Carport. Year built: 1989. 2024 Real Estate Taxes $2,108.96

• 3 Spacious Bedrooms(Plus 1) & 1.5 Baths: Give plenty of room for relaxation and enjoyment

• Flood Plain-Free: Home Built above the fl ood plain for added peace of mind

• Utilities: Town water and on-site septic system – Ceramic Storage Electric Heat.

• Natural Surroundings: Enjoy the tranquility of this expansive parcel with direct water access while still being close to town and the Elementary & High School.

Auction Details: This property is being offered at auction, giving you a unique chance to own this incredible piece of land and home! A half dozen or so miscellaneous items (Lawn mowers & small farm implements) will be sold immediately following the sale of real estate.

Private Showings Available: For your own private showing, please contact the auctioneer directly at 570.935.0376. Auctioneer: Interstate Auction Services, LLC / Charles Kindlimann, Auctioneer Lic. # AU-003818-L

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Terms & Conditions: Property is being sold “AS IS, WHERE IS” and with the Sellers immediate confi rmation. Cash or Certifi ed check in the amount of $5,000.00 required at time of auction as down payment. 6% Buyers Premium charged, to be paid by purchaser as part of the purchase price. Settlement made 60 days from sale date upon delivery of clear deed.

Come prepared to bid and make this scenic, riverside retreat yours!

COMICS

Crossword Clues

Across:

1. Racquet sport group (abbr.)

4. Norse god of thunder

8. Russian industrial city

10. What’s good for the

11. Round-ish shape

12. Baltimore MLBer

13. French modernist painter

15. Burned with water

16. Intestinal issue

17. Take the lead

18. Prove oneself worthy

21. None

22. Tax collector

23. Swiss river

24. Gymnast Raisman

25. Baby’s dining accessory

26. Canadian beer distributor

27. Iconic American tourist destination

34. More expansive

35. Alert

36. Popular boots Doc

37. Showings

38. Conclusion

39. Share a common boundary

40. Shooting sport

41. Popular side dish

42. Global energy firm

43. Chronicles (abbr.)

Down:

1. Type of bomb

2. Polynesian island country

3. Heavenly body

4. Hard workers

5. Covered

6. Johns Hopkins Hospital founder

7. Plant of the grass family

9. Island person of the Bering Sea

10. Storehouse

12. Scarlet-flowered desert shrub

14. A pituitary hormone

15. Female sibling

17. Monetary unit of Afghanistan

19. Empowering

20. Space station

23. Disorder

24. State of fuss

25. Footwear for babies

26. Nuclear reactor (abbr.)

27. Droves

28. Affirmative

29. Male parent

30. Utter obscenities

31. Type of verse

32. Unpleasant person

33. One who settles down

34. Founder of sourcebased history

36. A way to snarl

POMAPOO PUPPIES FOR SALE, $400.00. 570-5476409. 188905

AKC SAINT BERNARD Puppies. Ready February 11th. 570-547-6387 Ext:3 . 188899

1 TRI-COLOR

WELSH CORGI

Male And 1 Black And White Husky Male. Had First Shots And Wormer. 3 Months Old, Nice Pets, $375.00. 570-7253336 Ext:2 . 189035

AKA BOXER PUPPIES. Vaccinated and Wormed. Ready February 28th. License #6364. 570-538-5471. 189048

2 REGISTERED

BLACK LAB Puppies For Sale, $500.00. 570-547-6343. 189177

FREE GERMAN SHORTHAIRED

Pointer Pomski Cross Puppy. 570-745-2285. 189181

MINIATURE

DACHSHUND PUPPIES For Sale. Super Nice, Friendly And Ready For Their New Homes. 2 Females, 2 Males, $795.00. Call 570-745-2286. 189180

LIVESTOCK

ROUND PENS ALL SIZES. Livestock Panels. Immediate Delivery. 570-916-3309. 189186

CATTLE HAY 4X4 wrapped baleage, 2024 first cut. Mixed grass with Clover, $45 a bale. Located near Montoursville. Will load and offer local delivery for extra. Call Cody 5709712943. 188739

SEARCHING FOR THE PERSON In Charge Of Hometown Heroes Banner In Muncy. Please Call 570916-6714. 189170

Every Monday

TROOP & PACK

12 CHICKEN AND WAFFLES DINNER. St Luke Lutheran Church 1400 Market St. Williamsport. Saturday, March 1st, 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Eat in or take out. Adults $12, Kids $7 (10 & under) 189174 YARD SALES

ADVERTISE your Yard Sale, Garage

Sale, or Rummage Sale! Only $7.95 for 5 lines! Contact Jaimie Today!! Call Webb Weekly at (570) 3269322 or email classifieds@webbweekly. com

MARY’S MARKET 9873 Route 220 Jersey Shore. Buying Depression Glass. Come Check Us Out. Fall & Winter Hours, Thursday Through Sunday 10-5pm. 570-2591886. 189185

PERFECT-2-PER-

FECT is having a moving sale at 2409 Vista Rd in Loyalsock. The sale is going to be held Thurs, Feb 20th 8:30am-3pm and Fri, Feb 21 8:30am-2pm only. Jewelry, Gold, Silver, Ladies Clothing, Household Goods, Electronics, Furniture,

and much more being brought in! Go to onlinetradingassistant. com for more details and photos. 189168

RETIREMENT SALE

RETIREMENT

SALE. 6 Drawer Pine Dresser, TVs, Dinning Table, Extension & 2 Chairs, Handmade Baby Cradle. 570-3803143. 189189

CHURCH SERVICES

HESHBON PARK

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

2898 Heshbon Road, Williamsport (Turn Off Of Lycoming Creek Rd)

Pastor Jane O’Borski. Worship 9AM, Sunday School 10:15 AM. 188728

END TIMES EXPLAINED. Duboistown Church 133 Summer Street. Sundays 10am. “Falling Away” 717-813-3992 . 188635

GENERAL MERCH.

EIGHT FOOT BLACK SUEDE Couch For Sale, $200.00. Please Text Gene At 570-233-9827 To Inquire STRUGGLING TO HEAR? Audien Hearing delivers crystal-clear sound with affordable, invisible hearing aids. Starting at $189! Call Now: 888-760-1015. C11

JAZZY ELITE ES Electric Wheelchair. Only Used 6 Times. New Batteries In 2024, $500.00. 570-8733223. 188913 10’ 6” HEAVY DUTY Aluminum Break. VG Condition. 570-995-5056. 188901 POLY LAWN FURNITURE Sold Here At 291 Ottawa Road, Turbotville. Will Take Orders Of Different Colors. 188897

LIFT CHAIR, Dark Gray, $500.00. Peacock Decorations, Different Designs And Prices. 570-220-5687. 188877

1950’S ROYAL QUIET DELUXE TYPEWRITER, $125.00. Vintage Wooden Highchair, $80.00. Library Table Early 1900’s, $275.00. Call 570-547-2205. 189159

CONSUMER CELLULAR - same reliable, nationwide coverage as the largest carriers. No long-term contract, no hidden fees free activation. All plans feature unlimited talk & text, starting at just $20/mo. Call 1-877-305-1535. C11

METAL ROOFING & SIDING for Houses, Barns, Sheds, Liner. Closeouts, Returns, Seconds, Overruns, etc. Discount Prices. Made in Ephrata, PA. Email: sales@7174455222. com 717-445-5222. M11

• You will select the option for Apply for Enrollment for a

• Once you fill in the Child’s Information

• Select Enrollment Application.

• Once you are done with the application you will need to upload your documents and schedule your screening appointment. (Applications with missing documents will not be processed)

> Birth Certifcate - Required

> Immunization Records - Required

> Proof of Residence - Required (e.g. copy of utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement)

> Custody Documentation (if applicable, this is not required but helpful to have on file)

> Foster Documentation (if applicable, this is not required but helpful to have on file)

• That’s it! Your application will be reviewed, we will contact you if there are any questions. Welcome letters will go out in the summer with your school and teacher information.

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAG-

ES with Briggs & Stratton® PowerProtect(TM) standby generators - the most powerful home standby generators available. Industry-leading comprehensive warranty7 years ($849 value.) Proudly made in the U.S.A. Call Briggs & Stratton 1-855-5562581. M11

DO YOU KNOW WHAT’S IN YOUR WATER? Leaf Home Water Solutions offers FREE water testing and whole home water treatment systems that can be installed in as little as one day. 15% off your entire purchase. Plus 10% senior and military discounts. Restrictions apply. Schedule your FREE test today. Call 1-866996-1526. M11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES

TODAY with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase. Call 1-855-465-7624 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move. M11

SAFE STEP. North America ’s #1 WalkIn Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1600 Off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step 1-833-356-1954. M11

PREPARE FOR POWER OUTAGES

TODAY with a GENERAC home standby generator $0 Down + Low Monthly Pmt with a free Quote –Call now before the next power outage: 1-855-948-6176. C11

BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as 1 day! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months!

Lifetime warranty & professioanl installs. Senior & military discounts available. 1-877-543-9189. C11

FIREWOOD

SEASONED FIREWOOD, Cherry And Locust, $200.00 A Cord. Williamsport Area, Delivered Locally. 570-220-1383. 189039

FIREWOOD. Red And White Oak. Cut. Pick-Up Or Delivery. Discount For Multiple Loads. Call 570-2205227. 189045

FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Mixed Hardwoods, Cut 16” & 18” Lengths. $200.00 A Cord. Delivery Available, Mill Hall. 570927-0587. 187874

FIREARMS

WANTED REMINGTON MODELS

760 GameMaster, Model 6 And Model Sevens. 570-295-9402. 188761

HEALTHCARE

ATTENTION OXY-

GEN THERAPY USERS! Inogen One G4 is capable of full 24/7 oxygen delivery. Only 2.8 pounds. Free info kit. Call 877-929-9587. C11

DENTAL INSURANCE -Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Covers 350 procedures. Real insurance-not a discount plan. Get your free dental info kit! 1-855-526-1060 www. dental50plus.com/ads #6258. C11

STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE are leading causes of death, according to the American Heart Association. Screenings can provide peace of mind or early detection! Contact Life Line Screening to schedule your screening. Special offer - 5 screenings for just $149. Call 1-866518-8391. M11

DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY!

Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-844-317-5246. M11

DENTAL INSURANCE from Physicians Mutual Insurance Company. Coverage for 350 plus procedures. Real dental insurance - NOT just a discount plan. Do not wait! Call now! Get your FREE Dental Information Kit with all the details! 1-877553-1891 www.dental50plus.com/macnet #6258. M11

MobileHelp, America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! 1-888489-3936. C11

DON’T LET THE STAIRS LIMIT YOUR MOBILITY!

Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833-399-3595. C11

WANTED TO BUY

CALLAHAN’S ANTIQUITIES

381 Broad St., Montoursville, PA. ALWAYS BUYING Quality Antiques, Gold, Silver Top Prices Paid With Immediate Payment. One Piece or Whole Estates. “Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America”.

Open Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 570-368-2597. 188748 BUYING RECORDS!!!

Sonic Ascension Records Is Buying Albums And 45’s. Rock, Blues, Jazz, Punk & Metal. No Collection Too Big Or Small. Cash Paid On The Spot! Call 570-360-3486 Or Find Us On Facebook. 188885

WILLIAMSPORT

AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

The Williamsport Area School District is seeking a highly skilled professional to teach within the Williamsport Area High Schoolʼs Career & Technical Education CTE) 43.9999: Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Services program. This full-time teaching position is effective immediately. Experience working with high school students and teaching in a CTE environment are preferred. Qualifications To Include: Evidence of a minimum of eight thousand (8,000) hours, equivalent to four (4) years full-time, of wageearning experience as a Police Officer OR EMT OR Fire fighter. OR Evidence of a minimum of four thousand (4,000) hours, equivalent to two (2) years full-time, of wage-earning experience as a Police Officer OR EMT OR Fire fighter PLUS a baccalaureate degree. OR Evidence of a minimum of eight thousand (8,000) hours, equivalent to four (4) years full-time, of experience as a VOLUNTEER firefighter or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

The successful candidate must be willing to earn a Vocational II teaching certificate and pass an Occupational Competency Assessment (OCA) as required by PDE.

Questions regarding credentials needed for the position may be directed to Matt Fisher, WASD Director of Career and Technical Education via email at mfisher@wasd.org. Online Applications only

at www.wasd.org/employment. Deadline to apply 2/28/25.

Guild’s TV

!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866433-8277. C11 WE BUY BOOKS! Are You Cleaning Out Your Attic, Storage Unit, Old School Libraries? Don’t Throw Out Your Old Books Before You Call. 570725-2131. 189050

WANTED: EZEEFLOW Lime Drill. 570-437-2170. 189036

RICHART’S FURNITURE REFINISHING AND REPAIR We Make Spindles, We Fix Most Any Loose Chairs. We Also Paint Metal, 570584-3215. 189043

DAY’S HOME IMPROVEMENT

Roofing To Pools And Everything In Between. Free Estimates. 570-666-0081 . 189175

WINDY HILL WINDOWS AND DOORS. Windows, Doors And Remodeling. 570-263-2510. 189166

REPLACE YOUR ROOF with the best looking and longest lasting material-steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer -- up to 50% off installation + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-855338-4807. M11

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING

FOREVER! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% off Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-855791-1626. M11

JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL costs! (Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 3/30/25) Call 1-844826-2535. M11

HOME BREAK-

INS take less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢ a day! Call 855-4011151. C11

G & W SOUND. DJ

Music For Any Occasion Small Or Large. 570-220-5512

WATER DAMAGE

CLEANUP & restoration: A small amount of water can lead to major damage and mold growth in your home. Our trusted professionals do complete repairs to protect your family and your home’s value! Call 24/7: 1-888-872-2809. C11

AGING ROOF?

New Homeowner?

Got Storm Damage? You need a local expert provider that proudly stands behind their work. Fast, free estimate. Financing available. Call 1-888878-9091. C11

JACUZZI BATH

REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. Limited times, we’re waiving all installation costs! (Additional terms apply). Subject to change and vary by dealer. Offer ends 6/30/24 Call 1-844-501-3208. C11

BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR.

We want to read your book! Dorrance Publishing trusted since 1920. Consultation, production, promotion & distribution. Call for free author`s guide 1-877-729-1920 or visit dorranceinfo. com/ads .C11

ELIMINATE GUTTER CLEANING FOREVER! LeafFilter, the most Advanced Debris-Blocking Protection. Schedule FREE LEAFFILTER

CLEANING AND HAULING INSIDE AND OUT. We Will Clean Up And Haul Away Your Unwanted Items From Your Yard, Attic, Basement And Garage. Reliable And Reasonable. Call Gary 570-244-1424 OR 570321-9472. 189167

BECOME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR

Estimate today. 15% Off Entire Purchase. 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-833610-1936. C11

We want to Read Your Book! Dorrance Publishing-Trusted by Authors Since 1920 Book manuscript submissions currently being reviewed. Comprehensive Services: Consultation, Production, Promotion and Distribution Call for Your Free Author`s Guide 1-866-482-1576 or visit http://dorranceinfo. com/macnet. M11 WE TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN IN LESS TIME, with less stress, at an amazing value. Since 1979, Kitchen Magic, a family-owned business offering cabinet refacing, new cabinetry, and luxury countertop throughout the Northeast. Call today for a free estimate 1-844887-5145 (PA017137) M11

FRUIT TREE

PRUNING Febru-

ary-March. Free Estimates. 570-998-2402. 188879

HEALTHCARE CLEANING

NO TIME TO CLEAN? If You Are Busy With Life And Cleaning Your House Is Just Too Much, Call Me And I Will Take Care Of It For You! Years Of Experience And References Too. Call To Discuss Rates And Services 570-2203664

NEED A CLEAN HOUSE? No Time? Call ME! I Will Get Your Home Looking Great So You Can Relax! Great Rates, References Available Upon Request. For An Estimate Call Joyce 570-238-1796.

INFLATION IS AT 40 YEAR HIGHS. Interest rates are way up. Credit Cards. Medical Bills. Car Loans. Do you have $10k or more in debt? Call NA-

TIONAL DEBT RELIEF and find out how to pay off your debt for significantly less than what you owe! FREE quote: Call 1-866-2720492. M11

WESLEY FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Timeshare Cancellation Experts Over $50,000,000 in timeshare debt & fees cancelled in 2019. Get free info package & learn how to get rid of your timeshare! Free consultations. Over 450 positive reviews. 833-308-1971. C11

DIRECTV OVER INTERNET - Get your favorite live TV, sports and local channels. 99% signal reliability! CHOICE Package, $84.99/mo for 12 months. HBO Max and Premium Channels included for 3 mos (w/CHOICE Package or higher.) No annual contract, no hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866629-6086. M11

DIRECTV StreamCarries the most local MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once. HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-866-859-0405. C11

WE BUY HOUSES

Any Condition/Any Situation. No Hassles, Quick Cash. Call 570989-1938 . 188749

WE BUY HOUSES for cash as is! No repairs. No fuss. Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer & get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys Houses: 1-844877-5833. C11

FOR

SALE: HOME

IN LINDEN. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 2 Garage, 852 Sq. Ft. On Aprox. 1/2 Acre. Mid 90’s. Move-In Ready. Call 570-337-7860. 188907

UNIT

7,000 SQ. FT. STORE FRONT COMMERCIAL At 4th And Diamond Street, Newberry. 2 Bathrooms, $2,500.00 Monthly. Gas Heat, Very Reasonable Utilities, Air Conditioned, Parking. 570-9163309. 189188

APARTMENTS

2 BEDROOM LUXURY APARTMENTS Downtown Williamsport. Fully Furnished. All Utilities, Wi-Fi And Parking Included. Private Rooftop Patio Deck. All Linens And Kitchen Accessories Included. Flexible Leases. No Pets, No Smoking. $1,400/Month. 570916-3309. 189187

GRIER STREET

MANOR - 1 Brm. Apts. w/ 1 apt. designed to accommodate the needs of a wheelchair. Available to those 55 yrs. or older who meet federal program requirements. W/W carpet, A/C. All utilities included. Section 8 accepted. Call for application and information! 1-800735-3068. TDD 711. or visit: www.liveinpa. com. This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer. 189176

10 X 16. $75.00/ Month. Call 570-3374994. 188750

STORAGE UNITS AVAILABLE

24’ X 30’ STORAGE UNIT – 8’x8’ rollup door. $350.00 per month. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY.

21’ x 23’ STORAGE/ WORKSHOP, - 16’ roll-up door, plus additional regular entrance door. Electric Included. $300.00/ Month. Available FEBRUARY 1, 2025.

16’ x 16’ STORAGE UNIT – 7’ x 9’rollup door as well as a regular entrance door. $200.00/Month. Electric Included. Available FEBRUARY 1, 2025.

Units located off 220 near Sheetz in Linden. Call Dawn Cohen – Broker –SUNRISE REAL ESTATE & MANAGEMENT SERVICES – (570)651-9205. 188438

NO PEEKING ALLOWED! SEE PAGE 38 FOR THIS WEEKS GAMES

Outdoor Furnace

(2) BURIAL PLOTS

Twin Hills - Lycoming Mall Dr. Muncy. West Gateway Lawn (2 Traditional or 2 Traditional & 2 Cremation or 4 Cremation) $2,400

Each OBO. Transfer Fees Included (570) 337-8134. 187157

VEHICLES

SELL YOUR VEHICLE FAST! WEBB WEEKLY CLASSIFIED ADS GET RESULTS. DIRECT MAILED TO OVER 58,000 HOMES AND BUSINESSES. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL, 3 LINES FOR 4 WEEKS, ONLY $15.95. CALL CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT AT 570-326-9322

CARS

2003 BUICK LASABRE LIMITED,

148,000 Miles. Very Dependable Car. $3,600 OBO. Call 570-7775817. 188727

TRUCKS

FORD F-250 PICKUP With 8 Foot Bed And Glass Hauling Rack. 570-995-5056. 188900

TRACTORS

NH 4835 TRACTOR

$14,900.00. Also Do Repairs On Engines, Transmissions, Etc. Burkholder’s Equipment Sales, LLC 814-7208845. 189184 KUBOTA BX2660 Diesel With Roof Mowing Deck, Power Angle Snow Plow, Front End Loader, Has Front Guard. $15,000.00 OBO. 570-546-5407. 188906 VEHICLES

GET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle piclup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the BlindddToday at 1-844-320-2804 today! M11 WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@ yahoo.com . M11 BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@ yahoo.com . M11

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today! M11

DONATE YOUR CAR TO VETERANS TODAY! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800-2450398. C11 ATTENTION B & C Auto Wreckers Will Now Pay Top Dollar For Your Unwanted Cars, Trucks and Equipment. Licensed and Professional Service. Call For Details. 570-547-1040. 188751

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