PORT ROYAL — The sweet scent of competition will rise again at the 171st Juniata County Fair, where home bakers will square off in a series of contests that celebrate tradition, skill, and Pennsylvania’s deep agricultural roots. From airy angel food cakes to the quintessential apple pie, ...
THOMPSONTOWN — The first day of school reveals many time-honored traditions for households throughout the Juniata River Valley. For most families, photos are involved, capturing the students in their school garb and holding signs with their grades plain as day. There are other traditions, ...
BELLEVILLE — Two local FFA chapters have been awarded nearly $5,000 each in funding from the 10th Annual Grants for Growing program, sponsored by Tractor Supply Co. The Big Valley FFA chapter in Belleville received $4,900 as part of the nationwide program, while the Juniata FFA chapter in ...
BELLEVILLE — As a teacher and administrator, Jessica Geissinger believes there are few things more exciting than the start of a new school year. Each year holds new possibilities and a new journey with teachers and their students. For Belleville Christian School and many schools throughout ...
LEWISTOWN — Tish Maclay described the opening of Donald M. Chapman III Stadium at Mifflin County High School on Friday night as a dream come true. Typically, the football season would have kicked off at venerable Mitchell Field for the Mifflin County High School athletic director and other ...
UNIVERSITY PARK — A Penn State Extension webinar series is aimed at helping community leaders navigate land-use challenges. The Summer/Fall 2025 Land-Use Webinar Series runs monthly through November. Sessions will feature Penn State experts and guest speakers discussing timely issues ...