Karen Dabney

Todd Hawbaker’s passion for journaling led to an unexpected hobby that has grown into a successful part-time business, Ink & Timber Pens. Nothing in his background predicted his new vocation.

Robert “Pete” Lauck and Paul Grove, two 100-year-old World War II veterans who are lifelong Centre County residents, share here what the war and life afterward were like for them.   

Founded in 1875, College Township is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year with a series of events for the entire community.

Centre County has a wealth of volunteer opportunities for a wide range of interests and abilities. Three local volunteers share why they volunteer and what it means to them.

For seven weeks each spring, Centre County’s Lenten Ecumenical Choir brings together singers of diverse faiths and experience to practice music that reflects the spirit of the season and to share it with the community.

When teacher Denise Kaminsky decided to write children’s books for young, reluctant readers, she chose the most inspiring hero she could think of for the children of Penn Staters — the Nittany Lion.

Some folks celebrate with a few decorations. Others go all out to create holiday wonderlands. And some collectors make Christmas the focus of their collecting.