Pet of the Day 12/9/21
Anna Marie is sweet as can be! She loves attention and is super friendly. Catch her in the right mood and she can be pretty…
Blogs
Orange Juice Mint Mocktail
(Family Features) While winter rushes in with brisk breezes and chilly temperatures, staying indoors to avoid the weather shouldn’t mean forgoing healthy habits. One step…
Pet of the Day 12/8/21
Kojak is a super sweet boy. He is very affectionate and loves being pet and cuddled. He has lots of energy, so he loves to…
Orange Honey Glazed Carrots
(Family Features) While winter rushes in with brisk breezes and chilly temperatures, staying indoors to avoid the weather shouldn’t mean forgoing healthy habits. One step…
Be Inspired With Indoor Herb Gardening
By Susan Martin – Piedmont Master Gardeners At this time of year, starting an indoor herb garden is an inspiring idea. Add a handful of…
Pet of the Day 12/7/21
Mage is a very easygoing boy who is looking for the right lap to use for his afternoon naps. He loves attention and cuddles. He…
Apple Stuffing Bites with Rosemary Gravy
(Family Features) When guests arrive for the holidays, handshakes and hugs are often the first order of business. However, a satisfying snack to tide hunger…
Pet of the Day 12/6/21
Dorothy recently came to us as a stray. She came with a friend we call Toto who is a young black terrier mix. We would…
Chocolate and Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bark
(Family Features) Changing daily habits, like what you eat, can enhance your overall wellness. However, it doesn’t have to mean forgoing favorite flavors or skipping…
Veterans Legislation Signed Into Law
VFW National Veteran Service Director Ryan Gallucci was in attendance when President Biden signed into law four VFW-supported bills. The Protecting Moms Who Served Act…
Pet of the Day 12/3/21
Hi, I’m Casper, aren’t I so handsome? I am what you might call an escape artist. Fences won’t hold me, and I think that running…
Hummus Deviled Eggs
(Family Features) Gathering your team to plan for a truly memorable game day at home starts with almost everyone’s favorite part of the festivities: the…
It’s All About Perception
Last week we talked about differing realities, and how they can complicate the important work of relationship-building between redevelopment partners. This week we’re going to…
Pet of the Day 12/2/21
Hi, I am Rory, they also call me a wiggle butt! I have a stub instead of a tail so I can’t help but wag…
Cast-Iron Smoked Queso Dip
(Family Features) Gathering your team to plan for a truly memorable game day at home starts with almost everyone’s favorite part of the festivities: the…
Pet of the Day 12/1/21
Hi, they call me Meatball, affectionately of course. I don’t like to be in crates, I would rather be with you. My front leg is…
Pulled Beef and Slaw Sliders
(Family Features) Gathering your team to plan for a truly memorable game day at home starts with almost everyone’s favorite part of the festivities: the…
Pet of the Day 11/30/21
Hi, my name is Feta. I am a friendly and energetic girl who recently found myself here as a stray. I like to play but…
Thai Cashew Chicken Fried Rice
(Family Features) When tried-and-true family favorites turn stale and boring, digging through cookbooks and sorting through blogs for new recipes may seem far too time-consuming…
Pearl Harbor Remembrances
Dec. 7, 2021, marks the 80th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japan. The United States declared war on Japan and, three days…
Pet of the Day 11/29/21
Cherub is a young male under a year old. He is extremely shy but is slowly getting better. Cherub would like to be adopted with…
Kimchi Fried Rice Bowl with Fried Egg
(Family Features) When tried-and-true family favorites turn stale and boring, digging through cookbooks and sorting through blogs for new recipes may seem far too time-consuming…
Finding Common Ground Despite Differing Realities
Over the last few weeks we’ve been talking a lot about big, regional-scale redevelopment partnerships and programs. Such partnerships come with their own set of…
Pet of the Day 11/26/21
Cooper and Miles are 4-year-old male huskies. They are very friendly and would do good in a home with older children (6 and up). They…
Mac and Cheese with Pecan Breadcrumbs
(Family Features) Seeking comfort from the cold in the form of a wholesome meal is a perfect way to cap off a day with loved…
Pet of the Day 11/24/21
Denali is a beautiful Mackerel striped gray tabby. He is a little shy but gentle and sociable with other cats and has lovely green eyes!…
Pecan-Crusted Pork Tenderloin
(Family Features) Seeking comfort from the cold in the form of a wholesome meal is a perfect way to cap off a day with loved…
The 14 Best Garden Plant and Seed Catalogs Out There
By BETHANY HAYES Waiting for spring to arrive feels like torture for those of us who can’t garden year-round. In my opinion, the next best…
Pet of the Day 11/23/21
If you are looking for a stocky new beau Kal might be your guy! He is super friendly and ready to find a forever home…
Coffee Breakfast Rice Pudding
(Family Features) It’s often a challenge on cold, dreary days to pull yourself out from under the warm covers. Even though you know the importance…
Pet of the Day 11/22/21
Hello! I am Meadow! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the people…
Breakfast Scramble
(Family Features) It’s often a challenge on cold, dreary days to pull yourself out from under the warm covers. Even though you know the importance…
VFW Testifies Before Senate
VFW National Legislative Director Pat Murray testified before the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on pending legislation. Twenty-one bills were discussed, including expansions for Guard…
OC juniors win powder puff game
By ABIGAIL KREIDLER Student contributor Every year at Oil City High School, the student body puts together a Powder Puff Football game for the girls….
Pet of the Day 11/19/21
Snickers is such a handsome boy! He has the sad puppy eyes down pat. He seems to be a little nervous here in the shelter…
Apple Nachos
(Family Features) No matter how busy your schedule gets this fall, it’s important to take time to nurture your physical and mental health and well-being….
Creating Connections is Central to Redevelopment
I often get asked what exactly redevelopment is, or what kind of projects we are involved in, and it can be challenging to succinctly describe…
Pet of the Day 11/18/21
Meet Mochi! Mochi is a sweet boy who loves attention and affection. He can be quite the cuddler when he wants to be, but he…
Ginger Pumpkin Soup
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
Benevolence and Baby Blankets
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Blankets can be some of the most cherished items as the brisk autumn air grows colder, and recently, Megan McNany’s…
Pet of the Day 11/17/21
Sapphire came to us as a stray. She can be a bit of a wild woman but she is super friendly and just needs plenty…
Turkey and Bean Tostadas
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
Journaling in the New Decade
Have you ever kept a Garden Journal? A garden journal can be whatever you want it to be. It’s a notebook or binder where you…
Pet of the Day 11/16/21
Alexander is a tough little guy. He wants to be loved, but he doesn’t want to lose his “tough guy” exterior. He can be a…
Tuna Pasta Casserole
(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet…
White House Announces VA Action for Toxic Exposure Presumptive Conditions
On Veterans Day, the Biden Administration announced a series of actions, that has been years in the making, that VA will take to address the…
Pet of the Day 11/15/21
Goofball Alert! Hutch is young, he’s adorable, and he’s ready to be your long-lost pal! This boy has personality for days and will give you…
Bell-Issimo Brie Melt
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…
Pet of the Day 11/12/21
Stella is a very sweet kitty. She doesn’t always like other cats, but it seems to depend on the cat and their temperament. She is…
Pumpkin Spice Apple Cider
(Family Features) Entertaining guests during the holidays isn’t just about a main course that calls all to the table. What often makes a festive gathering…