May 2014
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The Power of the People
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In those not so good old days before school tax referenda in Pennsylvania, citizens had exactly zero power to control a run-away school board other than to wait for and vote every two years in school board elections.
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Gov. Corbett to Speak at 150th Memorial Day Service in Boalsburg
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“Memorial Day is a day to remember those who have fallen and for 150th anniversary we want to remember those who died, but also thank those who are veterans and here with us,” says organizer Dan Barker.
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Lady Lion Hoops: Chmiel Out, Coleman In As Lady Lion Offseason Continues
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“I am thrilled to have Itoro come back home to Penn State,” Washington said. “She is going to bring head coaching experience to our staff, and her familiarity with our program will allow her to hit the ground running. She has an infectious energy and enthusiasm that will help Lady Lion basketball
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Penn State Football: John Donovan and the Economics of the Nittany Lion Offense
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Economics is the study of how society uses its scarce resources. No wonder John Donovan, who has his master’s in econ from Georgia Tech, is ideally suited to be Penn State’s offensive coordinator.
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Boalsburg Celebrates 150th Memorial Day
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“Memorial Day brings us together as a community to appreciate those who sacrificed to put us where we are now and to inspire people, particularly young people, to care about the community and care about the future,” says Chris Lee, co-founder and president of the Boalsburg Village Conservancy.
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Some Thoughts About Our Standard of Living
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Within the overall direction of the economy and the investment markets, there are stunning winners and lots of disgruntled folks who lose money. The distinction between the two is not Lady Luck, as it would be at the casinos, but rather the competence of the investors …
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Penn State Athletics: Recruiting Spending Up 80 Percent Since 2008
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Penn State athletics has seen its recruiting budget increase by over 80 percent according to a recent report by ESPN.com. The trend — across the entire Big Ten conference — shows that of more and more money being poured into the scouting and recruiting of high school athletes.
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Home alone for the Summer: What’s the Right Age?
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As the school year draws to a close, many parents face the question of whether their children can be left home alone during the day in the summer months.
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President Eisenhower’s Penn State Commencement Speech Ranked Among Best Ever
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The nation’s 34th president spoke here on June 11, 1955, during his first term, becoming an honorary member of the Class of 1955.
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Local Hero and His Mom Team Up for Special Ceremony
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“It’s very humbling, but I am very proud to speak in front of my hometown people,” Sgt. Hartswick says. During the tribute to honor those who have sacrificed themselves for their country, 50 flags will be raised at various spots around the Pine Hall Cemetery.