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Police Seize Marijuana and Hundreds of Pills While Executing Search Warrant in Minersville

March 4, 2020, 10:39 am
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On Tuesday, police seized marijuana and hundreds of pills while executing a search warrant in the borough of Minersville.


According to Minersville Patrolman Jeffrey Bowers, on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020, around 9:45pm, Minersville Police along with the New Philadelphia Police executed a search warrant at 214 Lewis Street in Minersville.

Inside the home, police found Keshon Canyon, 28, Samantha Ellex, 27, and Darnell Williams, along with a 10 year old, 4 year old, and a 10 month old.

Immediately upon entering, police detected a strong odor of marijuana.

Once the house was secure, police found and seized approximately 6 ounces of prepackaged marijuana, approximately over 600 Tylenol with Codeine/T3 pills, 25 hydrocodone pills, a digital scale, vacuum sealing machine, and plastic baggies.

Canyon and Ellex were both taken into custody, and at the Minersville Police Station, Canyon provided a written statement that all the contraband found in the home belonged to him.

Canyon was charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and Endangering welfare of Children.

Ellex was charged with endangering the welfare of children.

Both were arraigned before Magisterial District Judge David A. Plachko on Wednesday morning.

Canyon was locked up in Schuylkill County Prison unable to post $15,000 cash bail.

All controlled substances were prepared for transport to the PSPS crime lab.

Editor's Note:  Original Posting of this story noted "February".  It should have been March.
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Ashland and Girardville Fire Companies Teaming with Salvation Army and American Red Cross to Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

March 4, 2020, 1:35 pm
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Fire Chief Philip Groody from the Ashland Fire Department and Fire Chief Frank Zangari of the Girardville Fire Department have announced that their members will be installing carbon monoxide detectors for those that need them in April.

More than 400 people in the U.S. die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than 20,000 visit the emergency room, and more than 4,000 others are hospitalized.  Most of these people don't have a single carbon monoxide detector in their home.

For the past several years, both chiefs have focused on getting working smoke detectors in their borough's homes, and now with the help from the Salvation Army and American Red Cross, they will add the carbon monoxide detectors.

On Saturday, April 18th, 2020, crew members, the Salvation Army, and the American Red Cross will be out in both boroughs installing the detectors for those that register to have them installed in their homes.

The requirements to have them installed is that the residence must be within the Ashland or Girardville Borough and the home must have a fossil fuel heating source, meaning heating oil, coal, or natural gas.

Anyone that would like to have detectors installed must register prior.
  • Ashland residents can register by contacting Ashland Borough Hall at (570) 875-2411.
  • Girardville residents can register by contacting Chief Zangari at (570) 276-6922.

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Minersville Police Issue Warrant for Bethlehem Man Wanted for Child Abuse

March 4, 2020, 6:45 pm
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On Tuesday, the Minersville Police issued an arrest warrant for a Bethlehem man wanted for child abuse in the borough.


According to Minersville Patrolman Jeffrey Bowers, Carlos Cruz, of Bethlehem, is wanted for child abuse after a 2 year old child was injured he was taking care of on the evening of August 31st, 2019.

The child's mother was at work at the time.

Cruz provided a story that child climbed over a gate and fell down 10 carpeted stairs.

According to the medical professionals involved in treatment of the child and the investigation, the child suffered a severe femoral fracture of his left leg as well as contusions to the head, which did not match was Cruz described.

As part of the investigation, the Pennsylvania State Police also conducted a polygraph test on Cruz, which showed deception.

Because of the what was found through the investigation, Minersville Police believe the child's injuries were because of child abuse and issued a warrant for his arrest.

Anyone with information on Cruz's whereabouts is asked to contact the Minersville Police at 570-544-6212
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/04/2020

March 4, 2020, 8:01 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/04/2020

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Norma “Susie” Hadesty, 83, of Tamaqua, PA, died on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Pottsville, PA. She was the wife of the late Alfred L. Hadesty who died October 3, 2019. 

Born in Coaldale, PA on October 17, 1936, Susie was a daughter of the late Norman B. and Anna (nee Evans) Delp. A 1954 graduate of Tamaqua High School, she worked for Gerhards Furniture Store and as a teller at several local banks retiring from Core States Bank. Susie and her husband also operated Susie’s Food Store from their home for 8 years. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Tamaqua where she was a former Sunday School teacher and member of the choir. Susie could be found at the former Wenzels, Tamaqua jitter bugging the night away. 

She is survived by daughter, Kim Valianatos and her husband Chris of Hellertown, PA; sons, Lew Hadesty and his wife Chris of West Penn Township, PA, John Hadesty and his wife Karen of West Penn Township, and Jay “Mick” Hadesty and his wife Nikki of Hometown, PA; grandchildren, Steven Hadesty, Juli Hadesty, Morgan Hadesty, Michael Hadesty, Manny Valianatos, Dimitri Valianatos, and Amanda Tessitore; great granddaughter, Nora Hadesty; and numerous nephews and nieces. Susie was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph Delp and Norman “Pete” Delp and sister, Blodwyn “Snookie” Schneider. 

Services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, March 9, 2020 in Trinity United Church of Christ, 22 Lafayette Street, Tamaqua with The Rev. Darryl Kensinger officiating. Interment in Odd Fellows Cemetery, 503 West Broad Street, Tamaqua will follow services. Call 10-11 AM Monday in the church. 

Memorials in Susie’s name may be made to Trinity United Church of Christ, 22 Lafayette Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252. 

Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua.

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Josephine Rudyk, of Minersville, passed away on Thursday at home.

Born in Primrose, Cass Township, on December 1, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary Strezlecki Rudyk. She was a 1947 graduate of Cass Township High School. As a young woman, she was employed by the former Jackson Blouse, Primrose; and later worked at Indiantown Gap, retiring in 1985 after 31 years of service.

She was a faithful member of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, Minersville, where she was active with the B.V.M. Sodality and the St. Nicholas Choir.

The last of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by three siblings, Anna Ortlip, William Rudyk and Helen Denneny.

Josephine is survived by six nieces, Judith Orr (spouse, Robert), Honeybrook, Karen Macaluso (spouse, Adam), Reston, Virginia, Paula Herrington (spouse, Scott), Chantilly, Virginia, Joan Scheurer (spouse, Dave), Feasterville, Marie Pavonarius (spouse, Michael), Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Eileen Meyers (spouse, Keith), Bensalem; great nieces and great nephews.

The family will accept visitors at St. Nicholas Church, 415 Front Street, Minersville, on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. after which visitation will end. Requiem Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be in St. Nicholas Cemetery, Branch Township. The family prefers contributions to St. Nicholas Church.

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Walter W. Whalen, 89, of Brier City, passed away Monday evening at The Gardens at York Terrace Nursing Home, Pottsville.

Born in Minersville, he was a son of the late Albert and Marie Ernst Whalen.

He attended Minersville High School and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Minersville. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Walter was retired from Yellow Freight Trucking although he drove for numerous other trucking companies throughout his career.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, the former Florence Mae Tropp; a brother Albert Whalen, Mt. Joy; a sister Doris Whalen Mayberry, Georgia; nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 11 AM at the Donald J, Butler Funeral Home, 328 Sunbury St., Minersville. Rev. Reginald Leibensberger will officiate. Relatives and friends can call at the Funeral Home on Saturday from

9 AM until the time of the service. Private interment in Mt. Peace Cemetery, Minersville, will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions to the Zion Lutheran Church. Contributions will be accepted by the funeral home.To offer condolences to the family or to light a candle in Walter’s memory, visit us at www.donaldjbutlerfh.com

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Albert P Baray, age 69, of Valley View, formerly of California, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the Tremont Health and Rehabilitation Center, Tremont.

He was born on Thursday, April 20, 1950, in El Paso, TX, a son of the late Albert M Baray and the late Kathryn L Puttman Baray.

He was a 1973 graduate of Los Angles Trade Tech College.

He was an Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War.

Al was a resident manager for Rosewood Residential Facility, Carson, CA.

He was of the Christian Faith.

Al was a huge Elvis fan and enjoyed collecting Elvis memorabilia.

He was preceded in death by his parents; by four brothers, Michael Baray, William Baray, Richard Farlow, and Sonny Farlow; and by two sisters, Roselyn Baray and Patricia Farlow.

He is also survived by a brother, Anthony Baray of Missouri; several nieces and nephews; his two best friends, Marie Hoeksema of Lakewood, CA, and Cindy Winegar of Valley View; and his dog Elvis.

Services will be held at a later date.

Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.


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Shenandoah Valley Elementary Announces January and February Students of the Month

March 4, 2020, 8:20 pm
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The Shenandoah Valley School District recently announced their Elementary Students of the month for January and February.


January
Bottom Row L-R: Anya Rockwell, Brookelyn Gradwell, Raylen Whitecavage, & Harper Munley. Back Row: Brynn Burke, Mrs. Wowak Elem. Principal, Ms. Matus Elem. Vice Principal, Brianna Tufts, & Frederick Gradwell. Absent from photo Aubree Troutman.


February
Bottom Row L-R: Asher Lawson, Rosalinda Ulloa, Abrian Vargas, & Leah Conti. Back Row: Olivia Kegolis, Mrs. Wowak Elem. Principal, Ms. Matus Elem. Vice Principal, & Jayden Mulkusky. Absent from photo Chase McCole



Photos and Information Submitted by Robert Yudinsky / Shenandoah Valley School District
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Woman Wanted on Warrant Taken into Custody by Girardville Police

March 4, 2020, 9:07 pm
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Late Wednesday, a woman wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives was taken into custody by Girardville Police.


On Wednesday, around 10:00pm, Girardville Police officers took Laura Paulukonis, 34, of Girardville into custody.

Paulukonis was found rummaging/stealing from the borough's recycle bins, and after running her information, she was found to be wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives for failure to appear in court on drug charges.

Paulukonis was transported and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison.
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Woman Charged with Stealing Almost $400,000 from Berks County Church Over 10 Years

March 4, 2020, 9:21 pm
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A Berks County woman was charged and taken into custody this week for stealing almost $400,000 from a church in Berks County.

According to the Berks County District Attorney's Office, on July 24, 2019, a representative of the Calvary Lutheran Church, which is located at 1009 Elizabeth Avenue, Laureldale, Berks County, reported a theft to the Laureldale Police Department. The complainant reported that the church was the victim and that the financial loss was significant.

The Laureldale Police Department immediately contacted the Berks County Detective’s Office requesting assistance and forwarded their initial report to the Berks County Detective’s Office for follow-up. 

The Berks County Detective’s Office initiated a criminal investigation which yielded the following information:

The defendant, Melanie Lee Kummerer, was appointed to the position of Central Treasurer of the Calvary Lutheran Church back in January 2009. She held this position up until February 25, 2019, when she submitted her resignation letter.

The Central Treasurer position received a predetermined yearly stipend of $2,503.00.

The defendant, during her 10 year tenure as Central Treasurer, maintained and secured the church’s financial records at her personal residence.

In August 2018, the Calvary Lutheran Church received a new Pastor. During their interview of the new Pastor, the leadership of the church raised concerns about the church’s finances. In October 2018, the new Pastor attended his first Finance Committee Meeting. At this meeting, the new Pastor requested that the central treasurer, the defendant, provide them a balance sheet and income statement 
sheet at all future meetings.

The defendant failed to produce the balance sheets and income statement sheets at the next two Finance Committee Meetings. The defendant provided various excuses for failing to provide the requested reports.

On October 4, 2019, the Calvary Lutheran Church provided the Berks County Detective’s Office a copy of the complete and comprehensive forensic audit of their financial records.

As a result of the forensic audit, along with the outcome of the criminal investigation, the Berks County Detectives were able to identify more than 200 checks which were forged by the defendant, between 2009 and 2019, totaling approx. $391,444.03.

On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, the Berks County Detectives filed criminal charges of Theft by Deception, Theft by Unlawful Taking, Theft by Failure to Make Required Disposition of Funds Received, Forgery, Receiving Stolen Property, and Securing Execution of Documents by Deception against the defendant at Magisterial District Judge Dean Patton’s Office and an arrest warrant was issued.

At approximately 12:30 P.M., the defendant surrendered to the Berks County Detectives. She was taken into custody and immediately escorted to the Central Processing Center and released to the Berks County Sheriff’s Department. The defendant was fingerprinted and photographed. A preliminary arraignment was held via video by Magisterial District Judge Dean Patton who set bail at $10,000.00. The defendant posted bail and was released pending a preliminary hearing, which will be held at a later date.

As in every criminal case, the fact that an arrest occurred or a complaint has been filed is merely an accusation, and the defendant, Melanie Lee Kummerer, is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
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Tremont Man Charged with DUI After Traffic Stop in Pine Grove

March 5, 2020, 8:10 am
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A Tremont man will face DUI Charges after a traffic stop last month.

According to the Pine Grove Police Department, charges have been filed against Gregory Lettich of Tremont. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on February 07, 2020.

Officers were on patrol in the area of the 100 block South Tulpehocken Street when they located a vehicle that displayed a registration that was canceled for an insurance cancellation.

Officers conducted a vehicle stop and identified Lettich as the driver.

After a short investigation it was believed that Lettich was driving under the influence of alcohol.

Lettich was taken into custody and submitted to chemical testing.

Test results revealed that Lettich’s blood alcohol content was above the legal limit at the time of the incident.

Lettich will now have to respond to charges relating to DUI as well as operating a vehicle without valid insurance before Magisterial District Judge Rossi, Tremont.
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Pennsylvania State Police Revise Tattoo Policy

March 5, 2020, 8:32 am
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Colonel Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police, announced Thursday that he has issued a special order that changes the department's policy surrounding tattoos.

Effective immediately, enlisted members and prospective cadets may have tattoos on their biceps and forearms; however, they are required to wear a long-sleeved uniform shirt on duty.

"The policy change is a reflection of internal and external feedback and the evolving public perception regarding tattoos and other body modifications," said Colonel Evanchick. "We want to recruit the most qualified candidates available. Department leadership recognized we were potentially missing out on a larger group of applicants because of our restrictive policy and after careful consideration, we revised it accordingly."

Tattoos depicting words, pictures, or symbols which can be interpreted to advocate, promote, or support racial, gender, or ethnic hatred or intolerance are not permitted. Also prohibited are tattoos that can be interpreted to advocate, promote, or support discrimination towards any race, national origin, gender, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.

Prospective cadets will have their tattoos reviewed by a screening committee prior to appointment to the academy as part of the hiring process.

"We are mindful that words and symbols can mean different things to different people," said Colonel Evanchick. "Tattoos deemed detrimental to the mission and function of the Pennsylvania State Police remain prohibited."

As part of the policy revision, troopers have the option to wear the department-issued long-sleeved uniform shirt year-round. Members with tattoos that would be visible when wearing the short-sleeved summer uniform shirt are required to wear long sleeves. Tattoos are not allowed to be visible below the wrist line or above the neckline at anytime.

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Orwigsburg Woman Charged for Sexual Assault of 15 Year Old at Hamburg Area

March 5, 2020, 9:24 am
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An Orwigsburg woman who worked as a paraprofessional at Hamburg Area has been charged with sexual assault of a student.

According to the Berks County District Attorney's office, on February 13, 2020, Detectives received a Childline Referral from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, which reported that a school staff member had inappropriate physical contact with a 15 year-old male Hamburg Area High School student.

The suspect was employed as a paraprofessional at Hamburg Area High School which is located at 701 Windsor Street, Hamburg, Berks County, Pennsylvania since November 19, 2019.

Detectives interviewed the victim and he disclosed that one of his teachers, identified as Krista Stump, of Orwigsburg, had “come onto” him in a classroom. Stump also requested that the victim add her to his Snapchat account. The victim hesitantly agreed and subsequently started to receive text messages from her.

The victim described the incoming text messages from Stump as “weird” and “sexual.” In addition to the text messages, Stump sent the victim nude images of herself. The victim said this went on for approximately two to three weeks. Also, detectives learned that Stump had indecent contact with the victim, which occurred inside the classroom when they were alone.

On March 5, 2020, detectives filed criminal charges of Institutional Sexual Assault, Unlawful Contact with Minor and Indecent Assault against Krista Ann Stump at Magisterial District Judge Kim Bagenstose’s Office and an arrest warrant was issued. The defendant surrendered to detectives at M.D.J. Bagenstose’s office where she was arraigned and released on $25,000 unsecured bail.

A preliminary hearing is scheduled for March 9th, 2020 with Magisterial District Judge Bagenstose.

Photo published by the Berks County District Attorney's Office
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/05/2020

March 5, 2020, 9:53 am
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/05/2020

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Man Cited for Driving without License, Expired Registration, and No Insurance

According to Girardville Police, on March 4th, 2020, around 4:50pm, Girardville Officers conducted a traffic stop on Daniel M Fannin, of Girardville.

Fannin was driving vehicle with expired state inspection. Expires PA Registration. No Insurance and Suspended Pa Driver License. Multiple Citations Filed.

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Shenandoah Valley Elementary PTO Basket Auction This Friday and Saturday

March 5, 2020, 11:00 am
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The Shenandoah Valley Elementary PTO is conducting their 4th Annual Basket Auction in the Shenandoah Valley Elementary Gym on Friday March 6th from 4pm-8pm & Saturday March 7th from 9am – 3pm.


Tickets will be drawn at 3pm on Saturday. Refreshments available in the cafeteria. You need not be present to win.

Some prizes are flat screen TV, play station 4, patio set, gravity chairs, Kitchen Aid mixer, Yeti cooler, Beats earphones, designer purses, themed baskets, many gift certificates, and a Grand Prize Trip valued at $3000. SHOP & Drop both days!

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Schuylkill County Courthouse to Close Early on Friday, Staudenmeier Services Scheduled

March 5, 2020, 11:19 am
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As a sign of respect and to allow the county to begin mourning, the Schuylkill County Courthouse will close early on Friday to remember Commissioner Frank Staudenmeier.


Staudenmeier died suddenly last Saturday while in Florida with his wife.  He had been a Schuylkill County Commissioner since 2002.

On Thursday, the Schuylkill County Courthouse announced that it will close at Noon on Friday, to Staudenmeier's services being scheduled for Friday evening and Saturday.

The services are as follows:

All services will take place at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1115 Walnut Street, Ashland

Friday Viewing: 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Saturday
Viewing: 9:00am to 10:30am
Mass of Christian Burial will began at 11:00am
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Trace Adkins, The Way I Wanna Go Tour to Stop in Jim Thorpe

March 5, 2020, 11:54 am
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On Thursday, Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe announced that the Trace Adkins- The Way I Wanna Go Tour, will make a stop on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 8pm. 

A Nashville icon for more than two decades, Trace Adkins has made his mark on the country music industry. 11 million albums sold. Time-honored hit singles. Momentous, fiery and always memorable live performances. GRAMMY nominations. CMT and ACM awards. Nearly 200 million plays on YouTube. Hell, even a slew of movie and TV roles have come the Grand Ole Opry member’s way. But ask Adkins what’s left to prove in his career and the small-town

Louisiana native says it’s simple: the itch remains. To create. To collaborate. To continually feel the excitement that comes after whipping up a new song out of thin air and laying it down to tape. It’s what, after all these years, he says he still craves. “It’s an adrenaline rush and I love it,” says Adkins, who is back in the studio working on a new project. “There’s nothing else like that,” the Louisiana naive offers. “That is still my favorite thing to do in this business. Go into the studio with some lyrics and a melody and then let the finest musicians in the world help turn it into something magical. It liberates me. I just dig it!”

Working with some of Nashville’s most respected songwriters, Adkins continues to find ways to connect with his fans through music while recording what he describes as autobiographical songs. “Over the years people have asked me, ‘How could we get to know you?’ Well, if you really wanted to know who Trace Adkins is, go back and listen to the album cuts on the records I’ve done over my career. Those are the songs that reflect where I was in my head at the time I made that record.”

It’s an interesting change of perspective for Adkins, however, when he hits the road for a slew of his now legendary live gigs. Where the studio offers unique insight into his current state of mind, onstage—when revisiting his classics like “You’re Gonna Miss This” or “Every Light in the House” nearly every evening, he says he’s taken back, if only for a brief while, to earlier moments in his life.

“It’s hard to describe, I gotta be honest,” he says of being overcome with emotion and reflection when trotting out some of his time-tested cuts for adoring audiences. “I’ve gotten to the point now where I’ll be onstage singing ‘Every Light in the House Is On’ and I look down at the crowd and realize that person right there wasn’t even alive when I recorded that song,” he says, laughing. “To watch their face go, Oh, that’s a cool hook, it’s like, ‘Oh my god, that’s the first time that person ever heard that song!’”

Adkins says he’s profoundly touched that he serves as an inspiration to a younger generation of country artists, much in the way he revered icons like Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard when he first moved to Nashville. “I want to be in that position,” he says of taking the reigns as an elder statesman of the genre.

“I want to be looked at that way. I want those guys to know they can walk up to me and ask me anything and know I’m here for them and I’ll help them however I can. I relish that position.”

With one million followers on Spotify and over one billion spins on Pandora (10 million spins per month), the longstanding country icon has yet to lose any of his trademark passion and killer instinct for his craft. The 57-year-old is as fired up as ever to be back on the road this year, taking his music to the fans once again. “I get a kick out of it. I still enjoy the camaraderie, the band of brothers, your crew and your band. I’m an old jock. I like team sports,” he says of his continued passion for touring. “I like it when the new guy is closing for me, and we turn it up a notch or two and just absolutely kick his ass. You go out and put a boot in somebody’s ass!”

Ask Adkins where he goes from here and he’ll say it’s quite simple: keep doing what he knows and loves. Performing. Creating. Inspiring. He loves it. And, he adds, he knows so many of his lifelong fans, and new ones to boot, do too. “I’m gonna go out there and find those people,” he says with genuine enthusiasm for the coming months. “I’m gonna bring a band and turn it up real loud! And we’re gonna have a good time!”

Tickets on sale Friday, March 13th at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar. Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.

Reserved Seating with Standing Pit
Regular Reserved: $54.00
Pit (Standing @ Stage): $64.00
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/05/2020

March 5, 2020, 12:16 pm
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Nancy E. Starr, 83, passed away March 5th, at Rosewood Rehabilitation Center, Schuylkill Haven, where she had been a resident.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be conducted at Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home, Inc., at 11 a.m. on March 12th. A viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service; with interment at Cressona Cemetery, Cressona.

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Susan S. Yost Grant, 73, of Frackville, PA passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill East, Pottsville surrounded by her loving family.

Born April 23, 1946 in Ashland the daughter of the late Mildred Horn Yost and Walter Lloyd Yost.
Susan graduated from Ashland High School. She went on to Ashland State General Hospital, Bloomsburg University, and Widener University as a nurse practitioner with a Master's Degree in Nursing. She was last employed as a primary care provider at a community based VA clinic in Frackville.

Her life was enriched, first of all by her loving family, and by colleagues, patients, and students encountered throughout her career, her many friends, and church families.

Along with her mother, preceding Susan in death was her beloved aunt Miriam Horn; sister Betty Bratz; and half brother Walter Lloyd Yost Jr.

Surviving are her husband of 31 years David W. Grant. Children: Maria Carado, Janice Carado, George Carado and wife Cynthia, Anthony Carado, and Vincent Carado and wife Jennifer. Step-Children: Susan Martin and husband Jeff, and David L. Grant and wife Ronda. Grandchildren: Cory, Dylan, Andrew, Dominick, and Kyla. Step-Grandchildren: Katelyn, Tyler, Brandon, David, Daniel, Hanna, and Zane. Great-Granddaughter: Sophia. Sister: Jean Harrison. Half-Sister: Sally Youngken.
At Susan's wishes, services will be private at the convenience of the family. Susan loved flowers. She loved her garden. Her family respectfully suggests that instead of sending plants, floral arrangements, etc. that you plant a bulb, spread some seeds, plant a rose bush on your porch, in your backyard and watch them grow and remember Susan. Memorial contributions can also be made to the Hershey Hope Lodge, 125 Lucy Ave, Hummelstown, PA 17036.

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc., Ashland is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.

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Thomas O. Bettis, 75 of Pottsville, died Wednesday at ManorCare Health Services, Pottsville.

He was born August 6, 1944 in Pontiac MI, a son of the late Bedford and Helen Jackson Bettis.

He was a 1962 Graduate of Pottsville High School and attended West Chester University.

He was a Navy veteran having served during the Vietnam War.

He was employed by Nathan's Furniture Store, Pottsville and was an Electrician by trade prior to retiring.

Tom was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville and Stanley Dengler American Legion #286, Cressona.

He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Richard, Gary and Leland.

Surviving are his companion Joanne Woznicki, Pottsville; 2 daughters, Mary Elliott, Colorado and Nancy Yeoman, Florida; 5 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Robert, Michigan, James, West Virginia, and Leon LeClare, GA; a sister, Bette Burke, Florida; nieces and nephews.

Throughout his life, Tom enjoyed writing, mostly poetry.

Services will be held Wednesday at 11AM from Trinity Lutheran Church, Pottsville, with Rev. Chris Rothharpt officiating. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 9AM until the time of services Wednesday at church. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 W. Arch St. Pottsville PA, 17901. Interment with military honors will be held in St. John No. 2 Cemetery, Pottsville. Arrangements are under the care of James B. Humphrey, F.D. James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville.

Please share your memories and condolences with Tom's family by signing the guest book at www.jehumphreyfuneralhome.com

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Beann (Uetz) Deem, mother, grammy, 87 years of age, of Zions Stone Church Road, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at St. Luke's Hospital - Lehighton Campus in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

Born Monday, February 20, 1933 in Tamaqua the daughter of the late Charles and Ethel (Raudenbush) Uetz. She was also predeceased by husband, Kenneth W. Deem on April 6, 2005; brother Charles Uetz; sister Janet Gorra; and daughter-in-law Anne Deem.

Surviving are sons, Kenneth W. Deem of Mt. Top, Blair C. Deem and his wife Nancy of Fairfax Station, VA,, Corey D. Deem and his wife Susan of Lehighton, Kerry C. Deem and his wife Kathleen of Yardley; 11 grandchildren.


A 1950 graduate of Tamaqua High School, Beann was a talented musician having been a member of the Drum & Bugle Corp. Beann was an active life member of Bethany E.C.C. Church of Tamaqua where she taught Sunday School for many years. Beann, enjoyed needle point, knitting, playing the piano and organ.

Beann retired as a cafeteria aide from the Tamaqua School District and had worked in the Textile Industry when first married.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884

Funeral Services will be held on Monday March 9, 2020 at 11 o'clock A.M. from the funeral home. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9:30 A.M. until time of services. Rev. Kevin P. Roberts to officiate.

Interment, The Union Cemetery of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania.

Memorials in her name to:
Bethany E.C.C. Church 223 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252
or
Horses and Horizons 375 Zion Stone Church Road New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960

online expressions of sympathy or a fond memory of Beaan may be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

These Obituaries are brought to you by
Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory INC.




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Yuengling Announces Scholarship Program for Women in the Brewing Industry

March 5, 2020, 5:24 pm
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D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery®, is marking International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8, with its Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship Program for spring 2020. 

In partnership with the Pink Boots Society, Yuengling announced Thursday open applications for the spring scholarship, which aims to advance the careers of female brewers through education.

“As the sixth generation of Yuengling family members, and four women, working alongside our father, leading America’s Oldest Brewery®, my sisters and I understand the role education can play in creating opportunities for female brewers,” said Jennifer Yuengling, Vice President of Operations and 6th generation family member, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. “Through our partnership with the Pink Boots Society and the Yuengling in Brewing Scholarship Program, we are excited to continue to support women brewers and promote opportunities for growth in this booming craft beer industry.”

In 2019, Yuengling donated $50,000 to the Pink Boots Society to launch the Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship Program. Previous recipients of the Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship include Pennsylvania residents Irena Wise and Avery Hookey who were chosen for their demonstrated leadership, work experience and career goals. This spring, Yuengling and the Pink Boots Society will award two additional women in the industry who are interested in developing their leadership skills and expanding their technical knowledge. Female beer professionals can apply for up to $12,500 in scholarship funds to enroll in brewing courses from notable institutions including:
  • Siebel Institute of Technology
  • University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
  • Cornell University
  • Cincinnati State 
“We are so grateful to partner with Yuengling Brewery and continue the success of the Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship Program,” said Laura Ulrich, Pink Books Society President. “We have seen the tremendous impact these scholarships can make on the careers of female brewers and look forward to announcing the recipients of Yuengling’s scholarship later this spring.”

The spring application period for the Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship will close on March 31, 2020. To apply for the Yuengling Women in Brewing Scholarship, Pink Boots Society members can visit https://www.pinkbootssociety.org/yuengling-women-in-brewing-scholarship/.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/06/2020

March 6, 2020, 3:48 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/06/2020

Friday - Cloudy Early with Snow, Snow to Begin Around 10:00am, 1 to 3 Inches Expected - High near 40

Friday Night - Snow Showers Early - Low in the Upper 20's

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Saturday - Sunny - High near 40
Saturday Night - Clear - Low in the Mid 20's


Sunday - Sunny - High in the Lower 50's
Sunday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Upper 30's

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Monday - Clouds and Sun- High near 60

Tuesday - Showers - High in the Mid 50's

Wednesday - Showers Late - High near 50

Thursday - Sunny - High in the Lower 50's


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Argall Announces $384,000 Grant Awarded to Support Schuylkill County Internships

March 6, 2020, 7:17 am
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The Department of Labor and Industry announced over $4.7 million in grants to support the State/Local Internship Program, including $384,000 to the Luzerne/Schuylkill Workforce Development Board, according to State Senator David G. Argall.
These grants will support nearly 1,500 summer internships across Pennsylvania.

“My first internship opened so many doors for me,” said Argall. “This grant will give many young people a chance to find an industry that interests them and start them down the path to a meaningful and productive career.”

These grants have helped place almost 200 youth and young adults in internships in Schuylkill County over the past 2 years. The program helps bridge the gap between education institutions, workforce development programs, and private industry, and ensure that young adults have access to work experience opportunities that otherwise may not be afforded to them.

To get more information about these internships, stop by the PA CareerLink office located at 203 E Arch Street in Pottsville.





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First Presumptive Positive Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed in Pennsylvania

March 6, 2020, 7:38 am
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On Friday, Governor Tom Wolf, confirmed the first two presumptive positive cases of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Pennsylvania and reminded residents that the commonwealth is prepared to respond to community spread of this virus.
“We anticipated this very scenario and have been preparing for Pennsylvanians to become impacted by this virus,” Governor Wolf said. “This is not the first rapidly-spreading virus we have faced in our commonwealth and it will not be the last. We are prepared to mitigate the spread of this virus.”

The one individual is an adult from Wayne County and is currently in their home in isolation. The individual recently traveled to a country where COVID-19 is present.

The other individual is from an adult from Delaware County and is currently in their home in isolation. The individual recently traveled to an area of the United States where COVID-19 is present.

To date, there are nearly 100,000 cases worldwide, including more than 3,300 deaths. There are 233 cases and 12 deaths to date in the United States. The CDC expects cases to continue to be confirmed in the upcoming days and weeks but wants everyone to take action to help prevent the spread of the virus. CDC also said due to the rapidly changing nature of the spread of COVID-19 around the world, it is important for families to be prepared.

“Further spread of this virus throughout the nation will likely occur,” Dr. Levine said. “We encourage people to prepare for potential life disruptions. The same family emergency plans and kits that we use to prepare for flu or norovirus, and even snowstorms and floods, are important now. Pennsylvanians should continue to help stop the spread of viruses by washing your hands, covering coughs and sneezes, cleaning surfaces and staying home if you are sick.”

“The confirmation of a case of coronavirus is not a surprise to us, and we’ve been working with the Department of Health since January to ensure that we’d be ready,” said PEMA Director Randy Padfield. “Earlier this week, we partially activated the Commonwealth Response Coordination Center here at PEMA in order to support their planning efforts.”

Individuals who intend on traveling outside of the United States are urged to check the CDC’s and the federal Department of State’s travel guidance. Currently there are outbreaks of COVID-19 occurring within numerous countries across the world. The number of countries seeing new cases has increased significantly over the last week.

“As this situation evolves, we will continually update Pennsylvanians through our website, health.pa.gov, our Facebook page and our Twitter account,” Dr. Levine said. “It’s important to remember that the most accurate and timely information regarding this outbreak is available through the Department of Health.”

Symptoms of the COVID-19 can include fever, cough and shortness of breath. The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Reported illnesses have ranged from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill and dying. Individuals most at risk for severe symptoms include the elderly and those with pre-existing conditions.

Anyone who does not feel well should:
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
  • Cover any coughs or sneezes with their elbow, not their hands.
  • Clean surfaces frequently, such as countertops, light switches, cell phones and other frequently touched areas.
  • Contain- if someone is sick, they should stay home until they are feeling better. 
To date the Wolf Administration has:
  • Activated of the Department of Health’s Emergency Operations Center to allow for enhanced response coordination;
  • Began testing for COVID-19 at the state laboratory;
  • Maintained communication and outreach with federal, state and local partners;
  • Provided symptom monitoring for residents returning from areas impacted by coronavirus;
  • Provided health care providers, businesses and education providers with information;
  • Reviewed and adapted current pandemic flu plans to prepare for spread of COVID-19;
  • Increased testing capacity to test 20-25 individuals a day;
  • Purchased equipment to increase testing capacity to 125-150 individuals within a day.


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New Family Practice is Accepting Patients in Ashland

March 6, 2020, 9:17 am
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A new family practice in Ashland is currently accepting patients.


Coordinated Health Care, LLC, who is associated with Cornerstorne Health Care of Frackville, has opened at 2114 Centre Street, in Ashland.

The new office is at the former property of Snyder's Restaurant along with a new building and parking lot.

Dr. James Greenfield, and Physician's Assistants Colleen Lizewski and Samuel Goldheart will be providing family care from the location, and will be adding more services in the future.

The office will accept ALL insurances and is now accepting new patients.  Those interested can contact the office at (570) 794-6123.


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