AmeriCorps Team Appreciated in Foxburg
On Monday, July 19, residents of Foxburg and the surrounding area sat down with an enthusiastic Keystone SMILES AmeriCorps crew to share some delicious food…
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Pet of the Day 7/29/21
Tallulah is a sweetheart who has a little bit of a diva side to her. She is very friendly and loves attention, and she will…
Watermelon Oat Flour Waffles
(Family Features) Fresh fruit is a breakfast staple, and a nutritious option like watermelon is a sweet way to satisfy hunger (and thirst). As a refreshing…
Pet of the Day 7/28/21
Jinx and Joker are the sweetest boys. Jinx is much more outgoing than his brother, but Joker is slowly coming around as he gets more…
Watermelon Donuts
(Family Features) Fresh fruit is a breakfast staple, and a nutritious option like watermelon is a sweet way to satisfy hunger (and thirst). As a refreshing…
Planting Pollinator-Friendly Gardens
One of the most important ways you can help pollinators is by provisioning your yard with plants that provide pollen and nectar. To attract butterflies,…
Roasted Red Pepper and Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
(Family Features) As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework, and weeknight activities, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals…
Pet of the Day 7/27/21
Chop says, “Look deeply into my eyes.” He knows that one look at those beautiful peepers will melt your heart, and you won’t be able…
Vaccine Confidence
The COVID-19 vaccine has become such a political and controversial lightning rod that many are reticent to write about it or express their opinion in…
Pet of the Day 7/26/21
Smokey Ben was brought to us because his owner was moving and couldn’t take him with her. It takes him some time to trust new…
Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese
(Family Features) As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework, and weeknight activities, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals…
Beware of VA Claim Sharks
Last week, Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) and Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-KS) sent a letter to VA Secretary McDonough highlighting…
Sustainable Frittata
(Family Features) As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework, and weeknight activities, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals…
Pet of the Day 7/23/21
Java is a sweet little man who loves attention and photographs! He also loves his crate with a bed. He may need some work and…
Taking a Step Towards Prosperity
By guest columnist – ORA President John Phillips Summerfest 2021 is over, and memories were made as families, friends, and foreigners gathered and mixed as…
Pet of the Day 7/22/21
Ginny is a young siamese mix. She’s a sweet cat looking for her forever family. Visit Ginny at the Venango County Humane Society from noon…
Chopped Chicken Taco Salad
(Family Features) As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework, and weeknight activities, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals…
Pet of the Day 7/21/21
Willy is an older boy that will need an adopter willing to maintain his routine. He has diabetes, so he requires a shot of insulin…
Lemon-Garlic Tenderloin with Warm Sorghum Salad
(Family Features) Joining loved ones at the family table is an important moment for many, both as a filling way to enjoy a meal and…
Pet Friendly Gardening
Here are some helpful hints on ways to make your garden a pet safe and beautiful space. After 22 years in the military, it is…
Pet of the Day 7/20/21
Haven is a spunky little girl. She loves to play, but she also loves to sit on your lap and soak up the cuddles. She…
Sorghum Split Pea Soup
(Family Features) Joining loved ones at the family table is an important moment for many, both as a filling way to enjoy a meal and…
Enhance the conversation: Offering local perspectives to consider vaccination
The Clarion County Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with Clarion Hospital and our community partners, is proud to introduce Enhance the Conversation, a weekly column…
Pet of the Day 7/19/21
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…
Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Pork Skewers
(Family Features) Joining loved ones at the family table is an important moment for many, both as a filling way to enjoy a meal and…
VFW Testifies Before House
On Wednesday, VFW National Legislative Service Deputy Director Tammy Barlet testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health regarding several pieces of pending legislation….
Pet of the Day 7/16/21
Tia recently came to us because her owner could no longer care for her. She is a gentle soul although she will tear apart stuffed…
Sopapilla Bars
(Culinary.net) Finding a unique dessert to impress others can be a tall task. Cakes, brownies and cookies are classics but can be boring and repetitive….
Rain Gardens – the Plants
This plant list provides a good starting point to help you become familiar with some native plants that are good for rain gardens. Most of…
Rain Gardens – the Basics
Rain gardens are a simple and resourceful way to use the stormwater from your gutters productively as a garden. In its most simple design, a…
Congressman Gets Glipse of Partnerships, Progress, Plans
Local redevelopment was a bit more exciting than usual recently with a visit from US Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson! Congressman Thompson, who is a top…
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
(Culinary.net) Almost every get-together – whether it’s family, friends, or neighbors – always has one dish that’s the star of the show time after time….
Pet of the Day 7/15/21
Tallulah is a sweetheart who has a little bit of a diva side to her. She is very friendly and loves attention, and she will…
Apple Cake
(Culinary.net) It’s almost impossible to beat the combination of sweet fruit and decadent desserts. This delicious recipe for Apple Cake highlights the crisp fruit but…
Pet of the Day 7/14/21
Eli is a happy young boy with lots (and lots and lots) of energy! He is very sweet and smart. He was one of our…
Classic Cucumber Sandwiches
(StatePoint) If you’re among the millions of fans of the hit show “Bridgerton,” or of the novels that inspired it, you know that society’s finest…
Pet of the Day 7/13/21
Noelle is the sweetest girl you’ll ever meet. She loves attention and loves cuddles, but she can also be pretty playful in the right mood….
Power Packed Popcorn Cookies
(Family Features) Bring your family together for a tasty dessert that’s packed with whole grains, a nutrient many Americans are missing from their diets. According…
Pet of the Day 7/12/21
Sapphire recently came to us as a stray. She can be a bit of a wild woman but she is super friendly and just needs…
Pet of the Day 7/9/21
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…
Croissant Chicken Salad Sandwich with Sprouts
(Culinary.net) They might not be the fanciest of foods, but when you eat a filling, protein-packed sandwich, you are usually left satisfied and full of…
‘FuchsFest’ to Highlight ‘Power of Little Changes’
Redevelopment, at its core, is all about change – finding new ways of doing things or utilizing spaces to better serve local needs. Sometimes this…
Pet of the Day 7/8/21
Rubie and Roxie were recently brought to us because their owner was moving. They are really nice girls. Rubie is taking some temporary medication for…
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chickpea Cookie Dip
(Family Features) For many families, the summer months offer a break in routine, and that extra time around the house or gathering with loved ones…
BLT Potato Salad
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…
Pet of the Day 7/7/21
Phoenix is a very lovable high-energy girl who recently came to us as a stray. She loves to chase tennis balls and she seems to…
Gardening with Deer
The deer population in Pennsylvania is on the rise. And as land development increases, deer are frequently found in areas densely populated by humans. Deer…
Master Gardener Hotline
Venango County Master Gardener Volunteers are available to answer gardening-related questions through this Blog site , Facebook at “Venango County Master Gardeners,” email at venangomg@psu.edu,…
Pet of the Day 7/6/21
Molly Bea is a super sweet little girl who recently came to us because her owner was moving and couldn’t take her. She is well-mannered,…
Blackened Salmon Sliders with Pickled Beet Relish
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…