The GantDaily.com weekly reload gives readers a look back upon the most noteworthy stories of their work week. It contains the big headlines, as well as a few stories you might have missed. It might even include a story or two of the lighter side.
The GantDaily.com reload will be posted each weekend for your perusal. For most part, the reload will be filled with local headlines, but every now and again, a state, world or national story will make the list.
Fork Ridge Ranch: A Total Loss after Early Morning Fire
GIRARD TOWNSHIP – A hunting lodge has been deemed a total loss following an early morning fire Sunday.
Crews from LeContes Mills, Goshen, Karthaus, Morris Township, Bigler/Jackson/Woodland, Glen Richey, Hyde, Lawrence Township, Chester Hill, Winburne and Columbia Volunteer Fire Companies were called to the Fork Ridge Ranch at around 2:35 a.m. Sunday for a fire at the hunting camp located at 4757 Gillingham Rd., in Girard Township. Several additional units from Centre County were also dispatched to assist with stand-by assignments.
State Police: Victim Allegedly Assaulted in Robbery, Theft Incident
GRAHAM TOWNSHIP – The state police at Clearfield have initiated an investigation into an alleged robbery/assault/theft incident that occurred Friday on Deer Creek Road in Graham Township.
Reid Pleads Guilty in Sexual Assault Case
CLEARFIELD – A 23-year-old man accused of having sex with a 13-year-old girl has pleaded guilty in Clearfield County Court.
David L. Hallstrom Elected as VP of PA State Association of County Fairs
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield Fair & Park Board Director David L. Hallstrom was recently elected to serve as the vice president of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs (PSACF).
Gabler Supports Taxpayer Protection Act, Emphasizes Importance of Responsible Spending
HARRISBURG – Stressing the importance of responsible management of taxpayer dollars, State Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/Elk) has stood with fellow legislators in supporting House Bill 472 and Senate Bill 70, both known as the Taxpayer Protection Act.
Struble: Clearfield Schools Getting Proposal for District-wide Security Review
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield school board will be asked to consider a proposal from a consultant regarding a review of the district’s current security policies, plans and procedures for its two school facilities at a future meeting, said Superintendent Terry Struble on Monday night.
Alaska becomes latest state to legalize marijuana use
Marijuana smokers now have a new place to put on their bucket lists: Alaska, which on Tuesday became the third state to officially OK marijuana use.
DuBois Woman’s BAC Over 0.300 Percent Following Crash
DUBOIS – A DuBois woman was found to have a BAC of over 0.300 percent following a two-vehicle crash in DuBois.
Police Warn Business Owners about Counterfeit Money
LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP – The Lawrence Township police advise local business owners that several reports have been received about counterfeit money.
Parent Brings Concerns Over Elementary Grading System to Clearfield School Board
CLEARFIELD – A parent committee member raised concerns over the grading system at the Clearfield Area Elementary School during the public comment period of Monday night’s regular school board meeting.
Commissioners Pass Resolution Supporting 911 Funding, System Reform
CLEARFIELD – On Tuesday, the Clearfield County Commissioners passed a resolution to support 911 funding and system reform, as well as to urge the Pennsylvania General Assembly to amend the state statutes regarding Emergency Telephone Services, formerly the Public Safety Emergency Telephone Act.
Retirement Board: Annual Investment Performance Report Shows “Solid Growth”
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Retirement Board recently received its annual Investment Performance Report, which showed continued, solid growth for 2014, according to Commissioner Mark B. McCracken.
Reynoldsville Woman Charged in Vehicle/Pedestrian Crash
DUBOIS – A Reynoldsville woman is facing charges after striking a pedestrian with her vehicle.
According to an affidavit of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office Feb. 13, Billie Jo Kniseley, 37, 6397 Route 322, Reynoldsville, is charged by the Sandy Township police with accidents involving death or personal injury and driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked.
State Police Warn of IRS Tax Scams
DUBOIS – The state police at DuBois would like to warn residents of both Clearfield and Jefferson counties about tax scams occurring in the area.
Two Facing Charges for Laptop Theft
DUBOIS – A DuBois man and woman are facing charges following the theft of a laptop computer.
According to affidavits of probable cause filed with District Judge Patrick Ford’s office Feb. 9, Jack Paul Anderson II, 26, 3406 Wayne Rd., DuBois and Brittany Mercedes Ross, 23, 411 Spring Ave., DuBois, are charged by the DuBois City police with burglary, theft by unlawful taking or disposition, criminal trespass and criminal conspiracy.
Police: Traffic Stop Turns into Drug Bust in Clearfield Borough
CLEARFIELD – Four people were jailed after a traffic stop for a summary violation turned into a drug bust, reported the Clearfield Borough police today.
DA: DuBois Man Facing Charges in Sandy Twp. Drug Bust
DUBOIS – Drug charges have been filed against a 34-year-old DuBois man, Robert Allen Selfridge, announced Clearfield County District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. today.
Punxsutawney Man Facing Charges Following DUI Crash
DUBOIS – A Punxsutawney man is facing charges following a traffic accident in Bloom Township.
Charges Pending Against Huntingdon Man for Alleged Firearms Violation, Drug Possession
PINE CREEK TOWNSHIP – The case remains open with charges pending against a 37-year-old Huntingdon man who was allegedly found in possession of a handgun and marijuana when stopped Wednesday on Interstate 80 in Pine Creek Township.
Suspects Appear for Hearings in Railroad Steel Theft Cases
CLEARFIELD – Four suspects accused of taking railroad steel from their employer and selling it as scrap appeared for preliminary hearings Wednesday during Centralized Court at the Clearfield County Jail.
Bill to Allow Private Sales of Wine and Liquor Clears House, Heads to Senate
HARRISBURG – The House today voted in favor of legislation sponsored by Speaker of the House Mike Turzai (R-Allegheny) aimed at reforming the way alcoholic beverages are sold in Pennsylvania.
McCracken Issues Update on Camp Wopsononock
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Recreation & Tourism Authority has expressed written interest in having the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) take over a natural area in Gulich Township known as Camp Wopsononock, according to Commissioner Mark B. McCracken.