More than ten years ago, nearly a quarter of all bridges in Pennsylvania were labeled as being in poor condition, requiring major renovations. Specifically, in the counties of Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland, out of the 2,350 bridges in the region, 740 of them were flagged for repair. With an estimation of more than 25 … Continue reading
Football has always been more than just four quarters to John Sikora. After joining the program in 2011 as a recruited linebacker, Sikora will always remember what then-head coach Rick Shepas told him. “[He told] us after our first practice—this game really does matter,” Sikora said. “When guys see each other 30 and 40 years … Continue reading
In an effort to bring recycling to on-campus houses, the EcoStewards Club submitted a detailed proposal to Student Senate in early January. Since then, little has been done. After discovering there were no recycling options for students living in on-campus houses, EcoStewards Club President Nathan Blake contacted 17 House Leaders to gauge interest in finding … Continue reading
After an unexpected mudslide pushed dirt and mud over a road in Richhill Township, the end of a lengthy cleanup process is finally approaching. A segment of Bristoria Road, between Claylick Road and Whitethorn Run Road, was closed to traffic Jan. 11 because of the slide. Since then, weather and other delays have pushed back … Continue reading
After a law was imposed 10 years ago, homeowners across the state are starting to see the benefits with energy reducing technological updates rolling into most households over the course of the past year. In 2008, Act 129, which requires the seven biggest electric distribution companies in Pennsylvania to improve their efficiency and energy conservation, was passed. One way companies are tackling … Continue reading
Jake Evans stood under the lights of the Cleveland Public Auditorium waiting for the final bout of the weekend. It was the second consecutive year Evans made it to the national tournament, but this time, things were different. The match was for the heavyweight national title and was the farthest Evans had ever made it … Continue reading
In mid-November, Michelle Cross signed the paperwork to become the second track & field head coach in Waynesburg University history. Three months later, she accepted a plaque from the Presidents’ Athletic Conference naming her PAC Coach of the Year to loud chants of her nickname, “Rocky,” from Waynesburg University’s men and women’s track & field … Continue reading
Opening only a month apart last year, Waynesburg Coffee Co. and Coach’s Café provided renewed commerce in downtown Waynesburg. Half a year later, ownership has exchanged hands. Co-Owners of Waynesburg Coffee Co., Drew and Laura Johnson, have been friends with the original owner of Coach’s Café, Matt Tedrow, for many years. It made sense to … Continue reading
Early on, baskets weren’t falling against Westminster. In the first quarter, the Yellow Jackets came out sluggish – shooting 4-15 from the field despite a win-or-go-home playoff situation. Then, freshman forward Kerri Bungard buried a 3-pointer in the corner lane at the buzzer and everything changed. “I really think the turning point was [when] … … Continue reading
Waynesburg University’s women’s basketball team picked up an 86-71 win over Westminster in the first round of the Presidents’ Athletic Conference tournament. Head coach Sam Jones felt that his players embraced the postseason atmosphere of win or go home and took advantage of having a first round game at the Rudy Marisa Fieldhouse. “I could … Continue reading
