Finding Common Ground Despite Differing Realities
Over the last few weeks we’ve been talking a lot about big, regional-scale redevelopment partnerships and programs. Such partnerships come with their own set of…
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Pet of the Day 11/26/21
Cooper and Miles are 4-year-old male huskies. They are very friendly and would do good in a home with older children (6 and up). They…
Mac and Cheese with Pecan Breadcrumbs
(Family Features) Seeking comfort from the cold in the form of a wholesome meal is a perfect way to cap off a day with loved…
Pet of the Day 11/24/21
Denali is a beautiful Mackerel striped gray tabby. He is a little shy but gentle and sociable with other cats and has lovely green eyes!…
Pecan-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
(Family Features) Seeking comfort from the cold in the form of a wholesome meal is a perfect way to cap off a day with loved…
The 14 Best Garden Plant and Seed Catalogs Out There
By BETHANY HAYES Waiting for spring to arrive feels like torture for those of us who can’t garden year-round. In my opinion, the next best…
Pet of the Day 11/23/21
If you are looking for a stocky new beau Kal might be your guy! He is super friendly and ready to find a forever home…
Coffee Breakfast Rice Pudding
(Family Features) It’s often a challenge on cold, dreary days to pull yourself out from under the warm covers. Even though you know the importance…
Pet of the Day 11/22/21
Hello! I am Meadow! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the people…
Breakfast Scramble
(Family Features) It’s often a challenge on cold, dreary days to pull yourself out from under the warm covers. Even though you know the importance…
VFW Testifies Before Senate
VFW National Legislative Director Pat Murray testified before the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on pending legislation. Twenty-one bills were discussed, including expansions for Guard…
OC juniors win powder puff game
By ABIGAIL KREIDLER Student contributor Every year at Oil City High School, the student body puts together a Powder Puff Football game for the girls….
Pet of the Day 11/19/21
Snickers is such a handsome boy! He has the sad puppy eyes down pat. He seems to be a little nervous here in the shelter…
Apple Nachos
(Family Features) No matter how busy your schedule gets this fall, it’s important to take time to nurture your physical and mental health and well-being….
Creating Connections is Central to Redevelopment
I often get asked what exactly redevelopment is, or what kind of projects we are involved in, and it can be challenging to succinctly describe…
Pet of the Day 11/18/21
Meet Mochi! Mochi is a sweet boy who loves attention and affection. He can be quite the cuddler when he wants to be, but he…
Ginger Pumpkin Soup
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
Benevolence and Baby Blankets
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Blankets can be some of the most cherished items as the brisk autumn air grows colder, and recently, Megan McNany’s…
Pet of the Day 11/17/21
Sapphire came to us as a stray. She can be a bit of a wild woman but she is super friendly and just needs plenty…
Turkey and Bean Tostadas
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
Journaling in the New Decade
Have you ever kept a Garden Journal? A garden journal can be whatever you want it to be. It’s a notebook or binder where you…
Pet of the Day 11/16/21
Alexander is a tough little guy. He wants to be loved, but he doesn’t want to lose his “tough guy” exterior. He can be a…
Tuna Pasta Casserole
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
White House Announces VA Action for Toxic Exposure Presumptive Conditions
On Veterans Day, the Biden Administration announced a series of actions, that has been years in the making, that VA will take to address the…
Pet of the Day 11/15/21
Goofball Alert! Hutch is young, he’s adorable, and he’s ready to be your long-lost pal! This boy has personality for days and will give you…
Bell-Issimo Brie Melt
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…
Pet of the Day 11/12/21
Stella is a very sweet kitty. She doesn’t always like other cats, but it seems to depend on the cat and their temperament. She is…
Pumpkin Spice Apple Cider
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…
Coming Together to Make Change
In the last column, I mentioned the creation of a regional coalition of redevelopment partners. I threw out some soundbites like “innovation ecosystem” and “regional…
Apple Stuffing Bites with Rosemary Gravy
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…
Pet of the Day 11/11/21
Kora is a friendly high-energy young dog! She seems to be mostly Australian cattle dog, and they need to keep busy. She has been a…
Fall is best time to plant most trees, shrubs and perennials
The green buds that emerge with the first warm days of April cannot help but inspire winter-weary gardeners, so it’s no wonder that spring is…
Pet of the Day 11/9/21
Annie is a super wiggly, happy, energetic, friendly girl. She can be dog selective on who she wants to be friends with, lol. The previous…
Apple Oat Crumble and Citrus Caramel Topping
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about the main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…
Pet of the Day 11/8/21
Duck, duck, duck… That’s me! No goose here! I’m super friendly and love to play. I am a bit of a wild child as the…
Walnut Pumpkin Cream Cheese Tart
(Family Features) One of the best parts of the holidays is the aromas and flavors of the season, from walnuts and cinnamon to peppermint and…
VFW Speaks at GWOT Memorial Press Conference
VFW National Veterans Service Director Ryan Gallucci spoke at a press conference on S.535 the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Memorial Location Act. This bill…
Pet of the Day 11/5/21
Say hello to Tuscany! Tuscany will certainly say hello back to you, she is a very vocal girl! She loves to be pet and enjoys…
Loaded Chicken Bake
(Family Features) With plenty of cold-weather events and gatherings to celebrate alongside loved ones, one classic way to warm up the crowd is hot, comforting…
A Fruitful Fall… In More Ways Than One
Fall is firmly here, and with the change of seasons comes a flurry of updates in local redevelopment! You may have noticed that I’ve been…
Pet of the Day 11/4/21
Jovi is a happy, affectionate girl that loves attention. Her previous owners told us she is dog aggressive, however, she is okay in the fenced…
Beet Lentil Chili
(Family Features) With plenty of cold-weather events and gatherings to celebrate alongside loved ones, one classic way to warm up the crowd is hot, comforting…
Is Fall for Planting?
In climates with four distinct seasons, common sense would suggest that most planting should be done in spring, at the beginning of the warm season….
Vegan Brussels Sprouts Fritters
(Family Features) Reconnecting with family and friends over the holidays means food takes center stage. Perhaps nothing says “happy holidays” quite like a plate of…
Pet of the Day 11/3/21
Willy is an older boy that will need an adopter willing to maintain his routine. He has diabetes, so he requires a shot of insulin…
Vegan Stuffed Mushrooms
(Family Features) Reconnecting with family and friends over the holidays means food takes center stage. Perhaps nothing says “happy holidays” quite like a plate of…
Pet of the Day 11/2/21
Nova Lee is a sweet young girl with lots of energy. She does well with other dogs who are tolerant of her but she does…
Pet of the Day 11/1/21
Amos was one of our lab mix puppies from last December and unfortunately his owner was unable to continue to care for him. Right now…
Apple Pie
(Family Features) No seasonal gathering is complete without dessert, and quality baking during the holidays results in fresh favorites like Apple Pie. Allspice, nutmeg, and…
VFW Testifies Before Senate Committee
The Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs held a hearing on economic opportunity issues including improvements for veterans’ employment, education, and home loan opportunities. VFW National…