‘Black Panther’ costume designer blazes trail to inspire
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Black Panther” costume designer Ruth E. Carter says she wants her Oscar recognition to create more opportunities for African-Americans and women…
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State grant benefits local school districts
From staff reports School districts in Venango, Clarion and Crawford counties were among the various districts across the commonwealth that will benefit from more than…
5 area students earn Clarion scholar-athlete awards
From staff reports Five area residents were among the 174 Clarion University students who earned scholar-athlete status. They are: Taylor Moltz, of Oil City, a…
OC will conduct North Street survey for CDBG application
From staff reports The City of Oil City intends to include a North Street reconstruction project in the city’s 2019 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)…
Illinois man being fired from job fatally shoots 5 workers
AURORA, Ill. (AP) — The frantic calls started pouring in at 1:24 p.m. A gunman was shooting people inside a sprawling manufacturing warehouse in Aurora,…
Academy reverses plans, will air all awards live at Oscars
NEW YORK (AP) — Bowing to a backlash that had threatened to engulf an already blunder-plagued Academy Awards, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and…
Recent Deaths 2/16/19
Craig H. Greenlee, 91, of Sandy Lake, died Feb. 14, 2019. Julia Kay McNamara Reynolds, 60, died Dec. 28, 2018. Mary L. Murray, 83, formerly…
Destiny Logan: Master of Disguise
By MAKAYLA MONREAN Student contributor Destiny Logan, a Redbank Valley High School senior, is a high honor student who also attends the Clarion County Career…
Franklin on Ice
Nolan Herrell can be seen in the gallery above enjoying the ice sculptures during Franklin on Ice 2019. (Photos by Hannah Niederriter, Student Contributor)…
Pet of the day 2/15/19
Rascal is a friendly, young male. He is neutered and current on vaccines. Rascal can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Sicilian Chickpea and Escarole Soup
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 2 hours 30 minutes Salt and pepper 1 pound (2 3/4 cups) dried chickpeas, picked over and rinsed 2 tablespoons…
Nominations open for FLEX Young Professional of Year
From staff reports Future Leaders and Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX), the young professionals organization of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, is accepting nominations for the…
Trump will sign border deal, declare emergency
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress lopsidedly approved a border security compromise that would avert a second painful government shutdown. But a new confrontation has been ignited…
How ‘Alita’ is paving the way for ‘Avatar’ sequels
MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. — The steely gaze of Na’vi warrioress Neytiri welcomes visitors at the entrance to some of Hollywood’s most fantastical worlds. Towering in…
Recent Deaths 2/15/19
Kay A. Flores, 75, of Shippenville, formerly of Parker, died Feb. 13, 2019. Samuel “Sam” Cathcart, 76, of Fisher, died Feb. 14, 2019. Ralph W….
Start Preparing for Life After College
Clarion Call reports Making the decision to go to college is a big step for anyone who decides to take it. It is also a…
Oil City drug possession
Pet of the day 2/14/19
Cherry was rescued from poor living conditions by a good Samaritan and brought to the rescue along with 4 other dogs. We were told she…
Nachos
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 35 minutes Prepare Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans 4 ounces tortilla chips 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 2…
Kelly introduces Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
From staff reports U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, R-16th District, along with other members of the House from both parties, introduced the Craft Beverage Modernization and…
Hawthorn Pottery Co. helped shape a community
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The small southern Clarion County community of Hawthorn was built around a gristmill but found fame around a potter’s wheel….
NASA rover finally bites the dust on Mars after 15 years
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s Opportunity, the Mars rover that was built to operate for just three months but kept going and going, rolling…
Crosby, Penguins trip up McDavid, Oilers 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The NHL’s most electric playmaker swooping in on him and his team’s one-goal lead very much in doubt, Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Matt…
Review: Rebel Wilson shines in ‘Isn’t It Romantic’
The Associated Press There’s something radical about “Isn’t It Romantic,” starring Rebel Wilson as a cynical single who finds herself suddenly living in a Hollywood…
Recent Deaths 2/14/19
Debra L. Wiles Montgomery, 65, of Acworth, Georgia, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 5, 2019. Beatrice L. Boughner, 83, of Oil City, died Feb….
Pittsburgh bald eagles lay first egg of 2019
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh’s pair of bald eagles now have their first egg of the year. The Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania says the egg…
Oil City assault
Cranberry Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. drug possession
The ‘Pink Tax’
By LAUREN REMBOLD Student contributor Recently, I had to write a journal in class about a law that I believe should be passed. The exemption…
A Celebration of Seeds
Warm morning sun filters through the windows of a conference room at the Grow Pittsburgh office in Pittsburgh. It’s 10 degrees outside, but around the…
Pet of the day 2/13/19
Name : Mika Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Mika can be found…
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 2 hours (not counting at least 8 hours soaking time) Salt and pepper 1 pound (2 1/2 cups) dried cannellini…
Knox man waives hearing on rape, other charges
From staff reports A Knox man charged with more than 100 counts related to the repeated rape of two young children waived his preliminary hearing…
Nature Art Showcase winner announced
From staff reports The Council on Greenways and Trails announced the top vote-getter at the Fourth Annual Nature Art Showcase and Sale was “Fox in…
National debt hits new milestone, topping $22 trillion
WASHINGTON (AP) — The national debt has passed a new milestone, topping $22 trillion for the first time. The Treasury Department’s daily statement showed Tuesday…
Pens’ Evgeni Malkin suspended 1 game for high stick
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin has been suspended one game for high-sticking Philadelphia’s Michael Raffl late in Pittsburgh’s 4-1 win over the…
Oscars telling us it doesn’t matter how movies actually LOOK?
The Associated Press There’s a wonderful behind-the-scenes photograph, in black-and-white like the film itself, of a street scene from Alfonso Cuaron’s “Roma.” It’s full of…
Recent Deaths 2/13/19
Donna M. Goodman, 71, of Franklin, died Feb. 10, 2019. Debra L. Wiles Montgomery, 65, of Acworth, Georgia, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 5,…
Natural Escape: A Friend for an hour
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor He walked with a sort of spunk that could only be obtained by wearing sunglasses on a cloudy day…
Pet of the day 2/12/19
Roxie is a 9 month old, female, Australian Cattle Dog weighing in at about 35lbs surrendered to the rescue when her owner realized she was…
Black Bean Chili
Servings: 4-6 Pressure Cooker: 1 hour, 15 minutes (plus brining time) Slow Cooker: 10 hours, 30 minutes (plus brining time) Salt and pepper 1 pound…
Oil City man found bleeding, accused of burglary
From staff reports Oil City police said an Oil City man was charged with burglary after being confronted by the homeowner and jumping through a…
Venango Chamber Orchestra to begin rehearsals Sunday
From staff reports The Venango Chamber Orchestra will begin rehearsals for its spring concert set for Sunday, April 7. This will be the orchestra’s 27th…
Budget deal allows far less money than Trump wanted for wall
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional negotiators reached agreement to prevent a government shutdown and finance construction of new barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border, overcoming a late-stage…
Murray, Crosby lead Penguins past Flyers 4-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Matt Murray guzzled a sports drink through part of his post-game interview. It’s not surprising the Pittsburgh Penguins goalie needed to rehydrate…
Garth Brooks in spring training with Pittsburgh Pirates
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Garth Brooks has come out of baseball retirement. The country music legend will spend just over a week participating in spring…
Recent Deaths 2/12/19
Dorothy Cowatch, 97, of Clarion, formerly of Sligo, died Feb. 11, 2019. Patricia Louise Mallen, 68, of Millersburg, died Feb. 8, 2019. Karen S. Donato,…
Natural Escape: The Greenhead Grind
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor Waterfowl hunting for Jacob and I has seemed to be our kryptonite. We would go to bed with the…
Veterans Access to Child Care Act
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the VFW-supported H.R. 840, the Veterans Access to Child Care Act. Sponsored by Congresswoman Brownley, the…