The Race to Reclaim Earth’s Critical Elements Begins with Introduction of Legislation by PA House Republicans
HARRISBURG—Today, six Republican state representatives introduced a package of bills aimed at recovering Earth’s critical elements from former industrial sites in Pennsylvania. The initiative is designed to create family-sustaining jobs, secure domestic access to critical industrial inputs, and remediate past environmental degradation.Among the sponsors of the bills are: Rep. Mike Armanini, who seeks to update the tax structure to reflect the economic realities of element reclamation; Rep. Brian Smith, who aims to extend protections to property owners with mine waste;...
Which former Happy Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?
This former Happy Valley Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.
Armanini to Host Concealed Carry Seminar
HARRISBURG - State Rep. Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) will be hosting a concealed carry seminar to educate residents about their Second Amendment rights. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, from 6-8 p.m. at the Johnsonburg Fire Department, located at 99 Clarion Road, Johnsonburg.Armanini expressed the purpose of the seminar, stating, "Constituents in the 75th District have questions about Pennsylvania’s concealed carry laws and the purpose of this event is to give people the facts and address a lot of the misconceptions." He added that attendees will have...
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81.6% of Clearfield County residents old enough to vote in 2021
Of the 80,667 citizens living in Clearfield County in 2021, 81.6% were old enough to vote, equating to 65,858 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
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Kephart to Continue ‘Let’s Talk’ Town Hall Series
"Mar. 04, 2024HARRISBURG – Hope Fire Company in Northern Cambria will host the next stop on the “Let’s Talk” series hosted by state Rep. Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria).State Rep. Dallas Kephart expressed his enthusiasm for the community engagement events by stating, "My staff and I really enjoyed meeting everyone who came out the last two weeks for our discussions in Carrolltown and Decatur Township." He added, "We’re hoping to greet a number of our friends and neighbors this Thursday, March 7, when ‘Let’s Talk’ comes to the fire company at 1023 Philadelphia Ave....
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Kephart to Continue Series of Telephone Town Hall Meetings
State Representative Dallas Kephart (R-Clearfield/Cambria) will be hosting his fourth telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, February 8th, as a way of staying connected with the residents of the 73rd Legislative District. Kephart expressed his appreciation for the strong turnout in previous meetings, comparing the experience to the days of "party lines."The upcoming telephone town hall meeting will begin at 7 p.m., and residents throughout the district will receive an invitation to participate. The meeting is expected to last approximately one hour, and attendees are...
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Armanini, PA Treasury Team Up to Find Unclaimed Property
State Representative Mike Armanini (R-Clearfield/Elk) has partnered with the Pennsylvania Treasury Department to assist residents of the 75th Legislative District in searching for unclaimed property. Through this collaboration, 85 individuals have filed claims for unclaimed property, with a total worth of over $203,000.During the outreach efforts, Heidi Palmer-Villella, the Department Outreach Specialist for Consumer Programs, met with constituents in Armanini's DuBois and St. Marys district offices. The response from the community has been significant, with 47 claims...
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Armanini Hopes to Connect Unclaimed Property with Rightful Owners
State Representative Mike Armanini is teaming up with the Office of State Treasurer Stacy Garrity to help Pennsylvania residents reclaim their unclaimed property. According to Armanini, "There are people who have been approached about unclaimed property and think it's all a scam. The fact is, one in 10 Pennsylvania residents has such property waiting to be reclaimed, and the Pennsylvania Treasury, which is holding more than $4 billion of it, is actively seeking the owners."To assist with the process, a representative from the Office of State Treasurer will be available at...
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Kephart to Host Telephone Town Hall Meeting
State Representative Dallas Kephart is set to host a telephone town hall meeting to engage with the constituents he represents. The meeting, scheduled for January 11, aims to provide an opportunity for residents to voice their opinions, ask questions, and receive important information.Kephart expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "I hosted a telephone town hall meeting last August and the response we received was overwhelming. This is a great format to use for keeping in touch with constituents, measuring their opinions, and passing along information they want...
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Clearfield and Elk County Sewer and Stormwater Infrastructure to be Upgraded
Dec. 19, 2023 - Six Clearfield and Elk County municipalities have been granted funding by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to upgrade their sewer and stormwater treatment systems. State Representative Mike Armanini and State Senator Cris Dush announced the successful grant applications."The CFA administers Pennsylvania's economic stimulus packages as an independent agency of the Department of Community and Economic Development," said Armanini. "Their decisions on these grant applications are welcome news to the local government officials who chose to apply for...
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Clearfield County Municipal Authorities Awarded Grants for Infrastructure Improvements, Says State Rep. Dallas Kephart
Residents of three Clearfield County municipalities will soon see improvements to their water and sewer infrastructure, thanks to grants awarded by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA). State Representative Dallas Kephart announced the grants, acknowledging the efforts of the authorities' board members in securing the funding."I'm simply making the announcement as the authorities' board members deserve all the credit for initiating the application process for this competitive grant," said Rep. Kephart. "The grants being awarded are investments in the communities...
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Residents Can Help Langerholc Collect Goods for Neighbors in Need
Residents in the 35th Senate District have an opportunity to make a difference in their community this holiday season. Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. is organizing an annual holiday drive to collect essential items for those in need. Langerholc's Richland district office is accepting donations of toiletries, socks, gloves, hats, and blankets. The donated items will be distributed to individuals who lack basic necessities, providing them with some comfort and warmth during the cold winter months."We have a duty to help provide for them and hopefully give them a brighter...
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Langerholc Announces $3 Million Rail Freight Grant
Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35) has announced the approval of a $3 million state assistance grant for upgrades to the R. J. Corman Railroad Company-Pennsylvania Lines in Clearfield and Cambria counties. The grant is part of a larger $4.2 million project that aims to rehabilitate approximately 20 miles of track on the Cherry Tree Subdivision and Cresson Subdivision.Langerholc, who chairs the Senate Transportation Committee, emphasized the importance of rail transportation for central Pennsylvania's key industries. He stated, "Railroads support key industries in central...
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ECC Crusaders Championship Teams Recognized in Harrisburg
On December 12, 2023, the state champion cross country and volleyball teams from Elk County Catholic (ECC) were honored at the state Capitol in Harrisburg. The teams were hosted by Rep. Mike Armanini, who represents the Elk/Clearfield area.During their visit, the teams had the opportunity to take a brief tour of the Capitol building. Following the tour, they were recognized on the House floor for their outstanding achievements. Representative Armanini, a staunch supporter of local sports, took the initiative to acknowledge the ECC Crusaders' remarkable performances."We...
