Lemon Cheesecake with Fruit
(Family Features) Summertime often brings cravings for fresh fruits that add a hint of sweetness to warm-weather gatherings. Serving up a delicious dessert for family…
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Chicken Shawarma Sliders
(Family Features) Fresh, mouthwatering foods hot off the grill are a sure sign of summer fun. Hosting sunny get-togethers this year can be made easy…
Pet of the Day 5/8/23
This sweet boy was brought to us when his owner passed away. Spanky is about 5 years old and a really nice boy. He is…
Bill to Provide Support for Homeless Veterans and Caregivers
Sens. Jon Tester (D-MT) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) have introduced VFW-supported S. 1436, Critical Health Access Resource and Grant Extensions (CHARGE) Act of 2023 to…
Adapting to Change
Last week we explored what it takes for a community to be adaptive and resilient. This week, I want to look at how one centuries-old…
Chipotle Chicken Flatbreads
(Family Features) When dining outdoors with family, friends and neighbors, there are few things better than a tasty dish the whole family can enjoy like…
Pet of the Day 5/5/23
Roscoe is an approximately 9-month-old terrier mix, who was surrendered to us when his owners could no longer care for him. Roscoe has a heart…
Pet of the Day 5/4/23
Cedar was abandoned in a cardboard box with his brothers Cypress and Spruce. He has spent the last several weeks in foster, and is now…
Yellowfin Tuna Pasta Salad with Arugula Pesto and Dates
(Family Features) During the past year, many people have missed the opportunity to travel and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the world, but…
Pet of the Day 5/3/23
Meet Sunday, the friendly and adventurous tuxedo kitten! Sunday was born here at the shelter, with his brother Breakfast, in February of this year. Sunday…
Tuna Aioli Dip with Balsamic Drizzle
(Family Features) During the past year, many people have missed the opportunity to travel and experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the world, but…
Pet of the Day 5/2/23
Meet Jackson, the beautiful and energetic husky! Jackson is a gorgeous 3-year-old husky who came to us because his owners no longer had the time…
Sweetpotato Power Salad
(Family Features) Bright, beautiful spring days often call for fresh, delicious meals that give you energy to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re hitting the…
VFW Letter to Speaker McCarthy Urging Veteran Protection
The House passed a budget resolution to reduce the amount of federal spending for the next fiscal year (FY). The resolution sets overall spending at…
Pet of the Day 5/1/23
Rio came to us as a stray so we have no history for him. The vet estimated his age to be about 5 years. Rio…
Sweetpotato Summer Rolls
(Family Features) Summer adventures can often take people just about anywhere, from down the street at the neighborhood pool to across the country on a…
Pet of the Day 4/28/23
Meet Buddy, the happy and healthy mixed breed boy who is looking for his forever family. Buddy came to us when his owners could no…
Energy Bites
(Culinary.net) Having enough energy and fuel to make it through a long day can be challenging. No matter if you’re a stay-at-home parent, corporate worker…
Embracing Change
“The only constant in life is change.” This expression is credited to Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher who lived approximately 2,500 years ago, but it still…
Pet of the Day 4/27/23
Felicia is a sweet kitty who just needs a little more time to get comfortable in a new environment. She is very friendly once she…
3-Ingredient Strawberry Ice Cream
(Culinary.net) When it’s beyond hot outside and the kids are begging for a delicious afternoon snack, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to turn. The…
Pet of the Day 4/26/23
Patrick came to us as a beat up cat from a nearby neighborhood. He has been through a lot including a respiratory illness, a dental,…
Maple Breakfast Braid
(Culinary.net) It’s hard to beat a fresh, oven-baked breakfast to start the day, especially one loaded with sausage and eggs complemented by the sweetness of…
Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Rhubarb
What grows for 10 years or more, suffers from almost from no pests, and is refreshingly easy to care for? It’s rhubarb! This perennial vegetable…
Pet of the Day 4/25/23
Meet Heidi the adorable corgi! Heidi came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for her. We estimated Heidi to…
Fizzy Orange Pineapple Punch
(Culinary.net) Hardly anything beats a cold, refreshing drink on a hot day. This Fizzy Orange Pineapple Punch provides a chilling moment of relaxation with the…
Pet of the Day 4/24/23
Meet Baxter, a fun and loving boy looking for his forever home. Baxter is around 10 months old. He was surrendered to us after his…
Herbed Spanish Omelet
(Family Features) Gathering friends and family doesn’t need to be fancy. With its prime positioning between breakfast and lunch, brunch is a more casual and…
Health Subcommittee Oversight Hearing
The House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing on providing veterans access to life-saving substance abuse disorder treatment. Witnesses from VA answered questions…
Pet of the Day 4/21/23
Meet Tazzie! Tazzie came in as a stray so we have no history for her. We think she is around 2 years of age. She…
Frozen Yogurt Bark
(Family Features) Healthy eating doesn’t have to be difficult or require you to take favorite meals off your family’s menu. In fact, making smart choices…
Pet of the Day 4/20/23
Asher is a sweet girl, but she needs someone with lots of patience. She takes more time than normal to warm up and get comfortable…
Grilled Tequila-Lime Chicken with Grilled Asparagus
(Family Features) Healthy eating doesn’t have to be difficult or require you to take favorite meals off your family’s menu. In fact, making smart choices…
Pet of the Day 4/19/23
Meet Keeks, the beautiful and friendly kitty! Keeks is a sweetheart, who can be a little bit shy until she warms up to you. Keeks…
Savory Mango Chamoy Daquiri
(Family Features) Turn up the heat this summer and spice your way to delicious warm-weather recipes by using subtle ingredients that bring out bold flavors…
Oil City Leadership Council Takes on Leadership Event
By ALEXANDRIA POWER Student contributor The Oil City Senior High School’s leadership council was invited to the Venango Clarion campus by Leadership Venango on April…
Pet of the Day 4/18/23
Emily came to us when her owners could no longer care for her. A few short days after her arrival she gave birth to two…
Spiced Pork Ribs
(Family Features) Turn up the heat this summer and spice your way to delicious warm-weather recipes by using subtle ingredients that bring out bold flavors…
Pet of the Day 4/17/23
Meet Teflon! This sweet boy came to us a mess. His jaw was broken and he was very underweight. With the proper medical care, he…
Asparagus, Bacon and Egg Salad
(Family Features) Nothing makes family time special quite like a homemade meal, especially one made with locally sourced ingredients that are as fresh and flavorful…
VA Opens Additional Buildings for Homeless Veterans
VA announced the opening of two buildings that will provide 120 units of permanent supportive housing for homeless and at-risk veterans and their families at…
Focusing on a Communities Strengths
Community development and redevelopment – where do you even begin? Generally, there are two ways of approach: looking at the community’s needs and looking at…
Pet of the Day 4/14/23
This sweet girl came in as a stray back in November 2021 so we don’t have any history for her. She was pretty timid at…
Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken
(Family Features) As you plan your summer fun, think also about adopting healthy habits that can help keep your blood pressure under control. When your…
Pet of the Day 4/13/23
Minnie is a sweet little girl who came to us as a stray. She weighs about 30 pounds and is very affectionate. Minnie seems okay…
Grilled Maine Lobster Tacos
(Family Features) Keep the grill cooking all summer long with a family favorite, seafood, and satisfy taste buds with fresh flavors hot off the grates….
Pet of the Day 4/12/23
Charlie is a very affectionate, energetic boy that would love an active family to go on adventures with. We aren’t sure of his background, but…
Spicy Margarita
(MetroCreative) Cinco de Mayo is a great opportunity to dance, eat and make a little noise. Often some well-crafted cocktails help celebrants to shake off…
Early Spring Gardening: What to Plant and When
Despite lingering winter weather conditions and temperatures, it’s still possible and important to get started early on planting your spring vegetables. When is the right…
Pet of the Day 4/11/23
Missy was surrendered to us when her owners could no longer care for her. She is currently only three months old, and we believe her…