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Along a River in the WildsEp. 9 Keystone Central School District with Jacque Martin, Pt. 2
Today’s episode is with Jacque Martin, the superintendent of Keystone Central School District, which serves most of Clinton County and parts of Centre and Potter County. Given the length and breadth of our conversation, we will be releasing it as two parts.
Pt. 2: For the second part of our conversation, we went into more details about the community and relationships within the community, as well as social and economic challenges facing local residents.
As this was recorded over the summer, quite a few of these initiatives have been enacted already, and I look forward to seeing their ou...2020-03-0517 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 8 Keystone Central School District with Jacque Martin, Pt. 1
Today’s episode is with Jacque Martin, the superintendent of Keystone Central School District, which serves most of Clinton County and parts of Centre and Potter County. Given the length and breadth of our conversation, we will be releasing it as two parts.
Pt. 1: For the first part of our conversation, we focus on how Jacque came to work at Keystone Central, then dive into the district’s new Comprehensive Plan, which was written as a collaborative effort with the community. Details of the planning process and more are available on the KCSD website: https://www.kcsd.k12.pa.us/d...2020-03-0537 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 7 Keystone Central Foundation with Angela Harding
Today’s episode is the first in our next set of episodes covering local Education. I spoke to Angela Harding with Keystone Central Foundation. Angela moved into the area in her early 20’s, fell in love and has truly dedicated herself to improving the lives of local residents. In exciting news, since our recording this summer, she has recently been elected as a Clinton County Commissioner, making her the first woman to sit on the commissioner board.
The Keystone Central Foundation is a Pennsylvania 501c(3) in support of the Keystone Central School District - this includes schools in Renovo, Lock...2020-03-0535 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 6 Renovo Borough with Mayor Tommy Tarantella, Jr.Summary:
Today’s episode focuses on the borough of Renovo. I spoke with Tommy Tarantella, Jr., who is currently the Mayor of Renovo.
We discuss current infrastructure work that is happening, the promotion of tourism locally, and how jobs and economic development intertwine to bring vitality to a region.
We mention The Greater Renovo Area Heritage Park, which you can find and follow on Facebook. Along with Preserve, Renew, and Revitalize of Western Clinton County (aka PRR, which is a nod to the Pennsylvania Railroad that helped build this town), these and other groups, like Clinton County Economic Pa...2019-11-2831 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 5 Revitalize Jersey Shore Area with Tina CooneySummary:
We're back! Today’s episode is with Revitalize Jersey Shore Area. I spoke with Tina Cooney, who is passionate about the community’s future and improving the experiences of both local residents and visitors to the region.
Part of the reason for the delay between episodes, besides having a big exam week, is that this is actually a re-do of our initial interview from back in June, where we spoke for well over 2 hours. Quite a few projects have progressed for Revitalize since then, so we wanted to provide an update on all of those.
If y...2019-11-1633 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 4 Clinton County and Regional History PLUS the supernatural with Lou BernardSummary:
On today’s episode we talk with Lou Bernard about local history, primarily that of Clinton County. We discuss the people, industries, and legends that have impacted our communities, and some of the efforts to bring new people into the region.
Renovo 1983 & 1988 Links: https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1983/08/13/recession-swamped-susquehanna-town-clings-to-navy-buoy/511edbaf-42f5-4408-bc51-ce25346347a7/ https://www.mcall.com/news/mc-xpm-1988-12-18-2659297-story.html
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2019-10-1645 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 2 Orientation: When, Where and WhatIntroduction to the Show
Learn more about the three towns we will be talking about in Along a River in the Wilds, from founding history to current industries and outlook. Also hear a little bit about the upcoming guests who will join us to talk about the show.
Promotions
On Friday October 25 and Saturday October 26th at 7pm each night, and additionally on Saturday at 11pm, join Lou Bernard for an hour-long tour that includes some of the haunting and scary stories of Lock Haven. The tour costs $4, and proceeds will benefit...2019-10-1213 minAlong a River in the WildsEp. 1 Motivation: Who, Where, and WhyIntroduction to the Show
Learn more about the host, Rhianna Hibbler, and the area where she grew up that inspired her to start Along a River in the Wilds.
Promotions
On Friday the 11th and Saturday the 12th, join Lou Bernard at Highland Cemetery at 7pm for a great historical tour. Donation is $5, and all proceeds benefit the Highland Cemetery. Also on Saturday the 12th there is a Ghosts and Legends of Central PA event being held at the Ross Library from 1-2pm with Norman Houser of Bellefonte. And stay tuned for...2019-10-0908 min