Keystone Elk Country Alliance Creating Memorial in Benezette

BENEZETTE - The Keystone Elk Country Alliance is creating a memorial at the Elk Country Visitor Center, honoring founding member Terry Bryant. The Terry Bryant Memorial Tree Grove will feature a walking trail surrounded by native trees, teaching you about the habitat and conservation. The project... Read More.

DuBois High School Presenting “Fall in Love” One-Act Plays

DUBOIS - Three one-act plays are premiering at the DuBois High School this week as a part of their “Fall in Love” production. Director Rachel Aleprete tells us that the three 10-20 minute performances include “What Light?”, “Prom Night”, and “Brillig”, with around 17 students... Read More.

Brockway Rovers Retain Route 28 Trophy 

BROCKWAY - The Route 28 Trophy is staying in Brockway after the Rovers defeated Brookville 56-6 Friday night. The trophy, which was sponsored by Jefferson County Judge John Foradora, goes to the winner of the annual football matchup between Brockway and Brookville. During the game, Brockway... Read More.

Local Groups Helping Seniors Pay for College

BENEZETTE - The Keystone Elk Country Alliance is helping seven Pennsylvania high school seniors pay for college. The Alliance and Seneca Resources awarded each student a $1,000 dollar scholarship to continue their education in conservation, wildlife, science, or education. This year’s recipients are Cecily Bell, Isaac... Read More.

Spirit of DuBois Lantern Walk Returns this Weekend 

DUBOIS - This weekend, you can experience DuBois history during the annual Spirit of DuBois Lantern Walk. The DuBois Area Historical Society board historian Tom Schott says you’ll go on guided tours around DuBois’ downtown featuring costumed characters sharing stories about the community.  “You're out there... Read More.

Musical “Heathers” Premiering at Reitz Theater

DUBOIS - This weekend you can watch the musical “Heathers” at the Reitz Theater in DuBois. Director Andy Benson tells us that this show follows Veronica, a high school student who becomes part of a popular clique before things take a dark turn. “The school is... Read More.

Kids in Business Celebrating Young Entrepreneurs 

DUBOIS - Close to 40 young entrepreneurs showcased their creativity and business skills at Sunny106’s Kids in Business over the weekend, with fifth-grader Savannah Hoover taking home the Best Overall Award for her wood-burning business, Hoover’s Woodburning. Hoover sold hats and wooden coasters etched by... Read More.

DuBois Music Fest Comes in Under Budget

DUBOIS - DuBois Music Fest organizers say this year’s concert series came in under budget. Coordinator Dennis Skraba says there were 10 concerts scheduled this year with only one canceled due to weather, ultimately finishing $3,610 dollars under budget. “I was trying to be conservative with... Read More.

Juniata Elementary Raises Over $10,000 for Make-A-Wish

DUBOIS - Juniata Elementary School students have raised over $10,000 dollars for Make-A-Wish during their fifth annual Duck Derby. Students had people “adopt” rubber ducks for five dollars each, those ducks are then placed along Juniata Run and race downstream with prizes for the top... Read More.

DuBois Community Days Expenses Covered Through Donations

DUBOIS - Organizers of DuBois Community Days say strong community support means they didn’t need the city’s financial support for this year’s fireworks.  Co-chair Rick Sierzega says donations from local businesses and residents covered the $30,000 fireworks display, allowing the city to use that money... Read More.