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In the news on this date: May 1

Local history 50 years ago: May 1, 1976 About 230 people attended the first annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast at the Penn Alto Hotel. Altoona Mayor William C. Stouffer gave testimony to his faith in God, and Arthur S. DeMoss, president of the National Liberty Corp. of Valley Forge, was the main speaker. 25 years ago: May 1, 2001 Family Services of Blair County held a memorial service at Zion Lutheran Church, then held a march in front of the Blair County Courthouse to honor victims of crime on Crime Victims’ Rights Week. 10 years ago: May 1, 2016 Penn State Entomology ...

Community Day planned

Mount Nittany Health, 164 Greenview Drive, State College, will host its annual Community Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 2. The free, family-friendly event will include interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences that bring health and wellness to life. From engaging games to educational opportunities, Community Day offers something for all ages. Last year’s event drew more than 500 people, including more than 200 children. Face painting will be offered this year, along with a health snack spinning wheel and a caricature artist. Other features include: - ...

East Broad Top archivist to speak at railroad museum

The Railroaders Memorial Museum will host its fourth guest speaker Friday, May 8, as part of its “Along the Broadway: Historical Lecture Series in 2026.” Julie Fether, archivist at the East Broad Top Railroad, will speak on “Celebrating five years of EBT Archives & Special Collections.” Guests will learn about the EBT’s 5,000 linear feet of archives and see some items from their collections. The lecture, held in the Seidel Auditorium on the first floor, starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. Admission is $5; seating is limited. Snacks and drinks will be available for ...

‘Ticks are out’: ER visits for tick bites are highest since 2017

NEW YORK — Tick season seems to be off to a fast start, with an unusually high number of bites already reported across the country. Some U.S. doctors are worried about the potential for a bad year for tick-borne diseases. “If you have a lot of exposures, there will probably be more ...

Residents urged to get active

In celebration of the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence, the Healthy Blair County Coalition’s Get Active Blair County Committee is inviting residents to take part in the #America250ActiveChallenge, a yearlong initiative designed to promote health, wellness and community engagement. The challenge encourages participants to complete 250 units of a chosen activity throughout the year. The “250” goal is a nod to the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration, while also inspiring individuals and families to stay active in ways that are meaningful and ...

Boost your diet with powerhouse foods like kale, walnuts, honey

A nutritious diet is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. That’s an important thing to remember for people looking to turn over a healthier leaf and accomplish their long-term wellness goals. Avoiding certain ingredients, like saturated fats and added sugars, and choosing foods known for their nutritional benefits is one way to live healthier. - Kale: Kale long has had a place on healthy eating lists. Kale is a good source of vitamins A, C and K, and also contains alpha-linolenic acid, which is an omega-3 fatty acid. According to Britannica, studies show kale can help combat ...