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These plants bloom only once — and it’s usually spectacular

Flowering annuals generally bloom nonstop before dying at the end of the year or season. Perennials return every year, providing either season-long color, a burst of blossoms followed by sporadic blooming or a limited show that can last as little as two weeks. And biennials flower only in ...

‘Bottles & Brews XI’ coming

The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will host ‘Bottles & Brews XI’ from 7 to 10 p.m., Aug. 9. “The event has quickly become a tradition within Lycoming County and serves as a fundraiser for the museum,” a news release said. “Attendees will be able ...

Keystone Central grad takes first at Skills Conference in Atlanta

MILL HALL — 2024 Central Mountain High School graduate Sofia Dressler ended her time at Keystone Central with a bang after taking home first place in Related Technical Math at the National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, Ga. The conference was held the final week of June and ...

The Columbia-Montour Visitors Bureau recently announced this year’s Covered Bridge Photo Contest winner. According to a news release, the winning image will be featured as the 2024 Covered Bridge Puzzle. This year’s puzzle will be released in the fall as the fourteenth installment in ...

Camp Victory to host motorcycle ride fundraiser in late August

Camp Victory in Millville will host Dr. O’s Ride for Victory on Aug. 25. “The event will feature a scenic ride through the mountains surrounding Camp Victory,” a news release said. Participants can pre-register by Aug. 9 at www.campvictory.org/events. Pre-registration includes coffee and donuts, BBQ chicken lunch, and a commemorative pin. The event begins at 8am with coffee and donuts for pre-registrants, the ride departs Camp Victory at 10 a.m., and BBQ chicken lunch will be at noon once riders return to Camp Victory. Proceeds will benefit Camp Victory, providing a ...

James V Brown Library, YMCA team up for day of exploring

The James V. Brown Library, 19 E. Fourth St., will host a free day of exploring the adventures at the River Valley Regional YMCA Williamsport Branch in partnership and celebration of the summer learning theme, Adventure Begins at Your Library. The event will take place from 3:30-7:30 p.m. ...