Author: Staff Reports

BECKLEY, WV–History and local lore enthusiasts will want to head south for The “Hatfields and McCoys” show, which opens, Friday, June 17, and runs through Friday, July 2, at Cliffside Ampitheatre at Grandview. First produced by Theatre West Virginia in 1970, the musical talks about the rivalry between the Hatfields and the McCoys, one of American history’s oldest and best-known family feuds. This modern-day Romeo and Juliet will leave you wondering why so much blood was shed between these two families and rejoicing that you can always seek redemption.  All Theatre West Virginia productions will take place in the beautiful 1,260…

Looking for a new friend? The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is featuring these Pets of the Week. For more information, visit http://www.cvas-pets.org/ or call 717-263-5791.

BLUE RIDGE SUMMIT—Employees from SGI’s Charmian Plant in Blue Ridge Summit and Hagerstown-based Technical Center and Corporate Headquarters recently volunteered during the United Way of Franklin County’s May of Caring. SGI spent the day giving the 123 Walnut St. office of Waynesboro Community and Human Services a little TLC — painting, installing new drop ceiling panels, and removing weeds. SGI is a leading mining and mineral processing company specializing in the development of roofing products, building materials, and soil amendments for agriculture. Powered by more than 630 employees, SGI has additional locations in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania; Annapolis, Missouri; Pembine, Wisconsin; and…

Here are the latest standings for Waynesboro Youth League Baseball.

MONT ALTO—The Mont Alto Volunteer Fire Company Carnival continues this week at the Richard K. Sleicher Event Complex, 603 S. Main St. The event includes rides, games and nightly entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. Kitchen opens every evening at 5:30 p.m., rides open at 6 p.m. Entertainment includes: Tuesday, June 14: The Reagan Years Wednesday, June 15: The Amish Outlaws Thursday, June 16: Bobby D and The Truck Stop Burritos Friday, June 17: Dean Crawford and the Dunns River Band Saturday, June 18: Out of Line The annual fireworks display will be Friday, June 17, beginning at dusk (rain date…

ROUZERVILLE–Vehicles of many vintages were on display Sunday for an annual event that attracts car enthusiasts from across the region. The 32nd Annual Benefit Car and Truck Show hosted by Appalachian Golden Classics and Buchanan Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, was held Sunday, June 12, at Red Run Park. Proceeds from this year’s event will go to Waynesboro Community & Human Services, The Lunch Place and Faith United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

WAYNE HEIGHTS—The Washington Township Board of Supervisors met recently to discuss a variety of issues. The supervisors received a draft financial report from Boyer & Ritter for Year Ending December 31, 2021. According to Karen Hargrave, township treasurer, the township did very well and is looking forward to the final report. The board approved a request from Police Chief Mike McGovern to change a requirement, requiring officers to live within a 12-air mile radius of the station to a 25-air mile radius. The purpose is to enlarge the recruiting area and reduce disincentives to apply for officer positions. The supervisors…

YORK – WellSpan Health is pleased to announce that Faraaz Yousuf will join the health system as executive vice president and chief operating officer effective June 6. Yousuf comes to WellSpan from Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond, Virginia, where he served as Market President for the non-profit Catholic health system, based in Cincinnati, Ohio. There, he led seven hospitals, 139 physician offices, an accountable care organization and a broad network of physicians. “I know Faraaz is inspired by WellSpan’s vision to reimagine healthcare for our patients and consumers,” said Roxanna Gapstur, president and CEO of WellSpan Health. “I’m eager to see…

SHIPPENSBURG — Shippensburg University men’s basketball alumnus Jake Biss ’21 has signed a contract with the Den Helder Suns, affording him an opportunity to play professionally in The Netherlands. The news was distributed Monday on social media by the Den Helder Suns. “I’m very fortunate to have gotten this opportunity to continue my basketball career and play at the professional level,” Biss said. “I think Coach Fite and the Ship program have prepared me very well to play at this level. It’s always been a childhood dream of mine to play professionally, and I plan to make the most of…

CHAMBERSBURG–WellSpan Health has announced the opening of its first practice location to perform minimally invasive outpatient vascular procedures. Under the direction of Dr. Andrew Mullins and Dr. Aditya Sharma, WellSpan Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology will offer full-service vein care including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. “This practice is enhancing the way we care for our patients at WellSpan,” said Niki Hinckle, vice president of service line development and diagnostic services. “Thanks to advancements in technology and the use of it here at WellSpan, we are able to provide high-quality care for these services without admission to a hospital.” The procedures available at…