Doug Pierce Doug Pierce has enjoyed participating in a variety of sports all his life and has experienced the ups and downs of athletic competition. But he has accomplished the ultimate goal in three sports: a no-hitter in Little League Baseball on May 7, 1968, in which he struck out 16 and ...

Dad’s Boys Darell Campbell was like a father to us. That’s why we called the softball team “Dad’s Boys.” We were all firemen at the City Hook and Ladder Fire Co., in Lewistown. Darell was a fire truck driver. We were all like brothers and still are today. We hung together. We ...

CASA GRANDE, Ariz. — The destination was planned many years ago. The route traveled was slightly less clear. When Mark McCrory decided on a career in law enforcement, the stage was set for years of achievement and success. It was a stage that was constantly moving forward. A ...

MIFFLINTOWN – Kurt Condo doesn’t need to ask Merriam-Webster Dictionary for the definition of a champion. Without a doubt, the Juniata High School football coach, his staff and players are champions. They have the trophy case to prove it. The Indians won its fifth-consecutive District 6 ...

LEWISTOWN — If someone moved to Mifflin County, they might be surprised to find out that the Mifflin County Babe Ruth League is one of the top leagues in Pennsylvania. Most people from out of the area think that Mifflin County is located near a metropolitan area. In ...

Carl "Buddy" Kodish During the time that my brother, Carl "Buddy" Kodish, was in rehab for his right knee replacement, we had a song list that we played for inspiration and encouragement. "We Are the Champions" by Queen was at the top of the list. The lyrics ring true for Buddy's life, not ...