Greene County Gazette

Greene County Gazette
from
Greene County Board of Commissioners
Chuck Morris, Chairman
Archie Trader
Blair Zimmerman
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For Immediate Release
www.co.greene.pa.us
Ruth Thornberg, Webmaster
Edited by
Kelli Rishell, Administrative Assistant, and
Ruth Thornberg, County Webmaster
Commissioners’ Unit
Greene County Commissioners
Phone: 724-852-5210
Fax: 724-852-5327
93 East High Street, 3rd Floor
WAYNESBURG, PA — Wednesday, April 29, 2015
National Library Week
Greene
County
Commissioners
proclaimed the week of April 12-18, 2015,
National Library Week during their April
2 regular meeting. The proclamation
recognizes libraries and librarians for
helping to change lives in their
communities, campuses and schools by
providing resources and services to meet
community needs. County residents are
encouraged to visit a local library and take
advantage of all the resources available.
Pictured, from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris; David Price,
member of the Greene County Library System and Flenniken Library
boards; Katy Pretz, Flenniken Library director; Therese Barry, GCLS
administrator; Kathy McClure, Bowlby Library director; Jill Peth,
GCLS outreach coordinator; and Commissioner Archie Trader.
As part of National Library Week, Therese
Barry, Greene County Library System
administrator, announced that Bowlby and
Flenniken libraries will offer a “Fine Free
Week” during which any fines on overdue
materials will be forgiven. Barry also
announced that the libraries have two new
databases for downloading music and
magazines. The GCLS hosted its first
countywide fundraiser April 25 at the
Greene County Fairgrounds.
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Grange Month
Greene County Commissioners proclaimed the
month of April 2015 Grange Month during their
April 2 regular meeting. The proclamation
recognizes the Grange organization for
advancing the interest of farmers, rural
Americans and the nation’s families through the
idea that “Community is the Foundation of
Happiness.” Founded in 1867, the Grange values
service through educational efforts, leadership,
and commitment to families, homes, farms,
communities and the nation.
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Pictured, from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris; Bill Humbert, Carmichaels
Grange president; Marty Dinsmore, Greene County Pomona Grange president;
Bonnie Smouse, East Franklin Grange president; Mary Jane Kent, Harveys-Aleppo
Grange president; and Commissioner Archie Trader.
Greene County Commissioners proclaimed the month of April
2015 Child Abuse Prevention Month during their April 2
regular meeting. The proclamation acknowledges that child
abuse is the leading cause of out-of-home placements in
Greene County, and encourages the community to help protect
children from physical, sexual and emotional abuse.
Pictured, from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris; Stacey
Courtwright, CYS administrator; Karen Bennett, human services
administrator; and Commissioner Archie Trader.
Stacey Courtwright, Children and Youth Services
administrator, thanked the commissioners for their support
and reported that in the first three months of 2015, CYS
responded to 292 incidents involving 227 families and 482
children, an increase over last year’s numbers from the same
time period.
Paint Greene County Purple Day
Greene County Commissioners proclaimed Friday, May
1, 2015, Paint Greene County Purple Day during their
April 16 regular meeting. The proclamation supports the
American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Greene
County, which will be held May 2-3 at the Waynesburg
Central High School Raider Field of Pride. Purple is the
official color of Relay For Life.
Janice Blair-Martin, co-lead of Relay For Life of Greene
County, noted that this is the 20th year Greene County
has participated in Relay, which has raised $2.1 million as
of last year. “It’s such an important part of Greene
County,” she said. “The community support is
overwhelming,” added Steve Gillis, American Cancer
Society Relay For Life specialist.
Pictured, from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris; Commissioner
Archie Trader; Barb Brant, Relay marketing lead; Janice Blair-Martin
and Dillon Spencer, Relay co-leads; Steve Gillis, American Cancer
Society Relay For Life specialist; and Commissioner Blair Zimmerman.
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Older Americans Month
Among those accepting the proclamation were representatives from Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging and Community Action
Southwest.
Pictured, from l. to r., are Leslie Grenfell, SWPA AAA executive director;
Commissioner Chuck Morris; Pat Lemley, president of the SWPA AAA advisory
council; Commissioner Archie Trader; senior volunteers Marianne Brewer, Alice
Souders, Carol Patterson and Nancy Davis; Commissioner Blair Zimmerman;
Bridget Dennison, CAS center services manager; senior volunteer Mark Carlson;
and Nancy Riggle, SWPA AAA Greene County supervisor.
Greene County Commissioners proclaimed the
month of May 2015 Older Americans Month. The
proclamation
acknowledges
the
thriving
community of older citizens living in Greene
County who have made contributions and
sacrifices to ensure a better life for future
generations. The County is committed to helping
all individuals live longer, healthier lives by
partnering with programs, agencies and other
service providers. The proclamation also
emphasizes the importance of community
involvement in helping enrich the lives of
individuals of all ages, including promoting
physical and social activities, offering chances to
volunteer and supporting independent living.
The 2015 Senior Games will take place
Wednesday, June 17, at Waynesburg Central High
School. For more information, call 724-852-1510.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Greene County Commissioners proclaimed the month of
April 2015 Sexual Assault Awareness Month during their
April 16 regular meeting. This year’s theme, in conjunction
with the domestic violence awareness campaign, is “No
More.” The proclamation acknowledges the importance of
educating the community about sexual violence prevention,
supporting survivors and speaking out against harmful
attitudes and actions. The proclamation also supports the
public and private efforts to prevent sexual violence and
recognizes the impact it has on every community, including
Greene County.
Joanna Dragan, supervisor for the Sexual Trauma Treatment
and Recovery Services (STTARS) program and outreach and
development coordinator, presented the commissioners with
information related to stopping abuse, including “No More”
window clings. Dragan also announced that the
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services (SPHS) Care
Center, Domestic Violence Services of Southwestern
Pennsylvania, FISA Foundation and numerous other
organizations have formed a new regional collaborative
called “Southwest PA Says No More” aimed at ending sexual
and domestic violence.
“Silence is what allows something like this to continue,”
Dragan said of sexual and domestic violence. “‘Southwest
PA Says No More’ encourages residents to not tolerate
violence in their communities.”
Pictured, from l. to r., are Commissioner Chuck Morris;
Commissioner Archie Trader; Joanna Dragan, STTARS
program supervisor and outreach and development
coordinator; Pam Kilgore, STTARS program volunteer
coordinator; and Commissioner Blair Zimmerman.
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Kids have a ‘hopping’ good time at Mon View Easter events
The Easter Bunny greeted more than 250 children and adults who turned out for the Greene County Department
of Recreation’s Easter egg hunt and skate, held Saturday, March 28, at Mon View Park in Greensboro.
The day’s festivities kicked off at 1 p.m. with an Easter basket decorating contest in the roller rink. Prizes were
awarded for winners in four age categories.
The Easter basket decorating contest winners were:
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Ages 1 to 3: First place, Austin Halbert, 3, of Nemacolin; second place, Kalei’a Chun, 10 months, of
Nemacolin; and third place, Kyleigh Reese, 3, of Lakelynn.
Ages 4 to 5: First place, Eric Carter, 5, of Jefferson; second place, Ke’Lani Chun, 4, of Nemacolin; and third
place, Kaleb Reese, 5, of Lakelynn.
Ages 6 to 7: First place, Hunter Addis, 6, of Masontown; second place, Skylar Pike, 6, of McClellandtown;
and third place, Wyatt Downs, 7, of Dilliner.
Ages 8 to 11: First place, Madison Addis, 8, of Masontown; second place, Cacy Cardine, 8, of Cardale and
Maryah Demaske, 9, of Jefferson; and third place, Cody Downs, 8, of Dilliner and Alexia Conard, 10, of
Waynesburg.
First-place winners received a $10 Wal-Mart gift card, and all winners received a single-admission pool pass for
Mon View Pool and Easter-related prizes.
During the contest, Buffo, the World’s Strongest Clown, performed for the attendees. Buffo, of Evans City, is a
former professional baseball player, marathon runner and teacher of deaf and blind students who turned to power
lifting, body building and clowning. His performances vary from county fairs and festivals to corporate events
and company picnics. Buffo entertained the crowd with comedy, strongman acts and live animals.
Fifteen local children won prizes during Easter events held Saturday, March 28, at Mon View Park in Greensboro.
Pictured, from l. to r., are family members Lisa Coddington, Chasity Halbert and Hannah Gifford and Easter basket
decorating contest winners Kalei’a Chun, Kyleigh Reese, Austin Halbert, Ke’Lani Chun, Kaleb Reese, Eric Carter, Tyler
Reese, Wyatt Downs, Skylar Pike, Alexia Conard, Cody Downs, Hunter Addis, Cacy Cardine, Maryah Demaske and Madison
Addis. Standing in the back, center, are Recreation Director Jake Blaker, Greene County Commissioner Blair Zimmerman
and Parks and Recreation Manager Pam Blaker.
Article continued on Page 5
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At 1:30 p.m., children hunted for more than 4,300 eggs hidden
throughout the park. One egg contained a special “Recreation”
coin, and a prize was given to the child who found the egg. The
winner, Tyler Reese, 6, of Rices Landing received a Color
Changing iHome wireless speaker. An Easter skate was then
held from 2 to 4 p.m.
The Easter events were sponsored by First Federal Savings &
Loan of Greene County, Noble Energy, Waynesburg Animal
Hospital and the Greene County Commissioners, and presented
by the Greene County Department of Recreation.
This spring at Mon View Roller Rink, every Friday featured a
“Skate & Dance” from 7 to 11 p.m., and open skating from 7 to
10 p.m. on Saturdays. Admission for all attendees was $8 on
Friday nights and $5 on Saturday nights. The roller rink’s last
day was Saturday, April 18.
Mon View is available to rent for private parties at a rate of $120
for two hours. The price covers admission and skate rental for
20 people. A fee of $3 per additional person will be charged.
Skate lessons are also available by appointment only.
For more information, call Mon View Roller Rink at 724-9433440, or the Department of Recreation at 724-852-5323.
Congratulations on your engagement
Nicole Fullen and Matthew Roberts!
Date of engagement March 27, 2015. Nicole said that
Matt popped the question in their home with the help of
their Yorkie’s Cooper and Annie. Cooper had a scroll of
paper tied to his bandana that read “will you marry me?”
And as Nicole turned the corner to go find Matt, he was
holding a little wooden heart that said “Yes?” And was
holding Annie in his arms and the ring tied to her
bandana!
Matt and Nicole dated all throughout high school until
her second year of college (6 years). They were high
school sweethearts. They took separate paths and began
dating again in October 2013. Matt is employed with C&J
Welding and works at Baily Mine. He is a coal miner and
certified welder. Nicole works in the Human Services
Department for the Family Center.
Their wedding is June 6, 2015 at the Carmichaels First
United Methodist Church where they are both members.
The reception will be held at the Rices Landing Fire Hall
following the ceremony.
Children anxiously await the start of hunting for
more than 4,300 Easter eggs hidden throughout Mon
View Park during Easter events held Saturday,
March 28, at the Greensboro Park.
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Human Services – IDD Easter Egg Hunt
Commissioner Blair Zimmerman enjoyed the 12th
annual Easter egg hunt and playgroup Friday,
March 27, at the Greene County Fairgrounds. The
hoppy event was hosted by the Human Services
Department’s Early Intervention Program for kids
and family members involved with the program.
This year’s event brought out 31 kids and 37
adults, who enjoyed the free Easter egg hunt, the
Easter bunny, games, snacks, and other
playgroup activities.
Pictured from left to right: Allicia Basinger,
Caseworker; Melissa Balogh, Service Coordinator;
Bunny-Brittany Phillips; Commissioner Blair
Zimmerman; and Erin Henry, Service Coordinator.
The Easter Bunny poses with (left) little baby
Faith, and (right) young little Ms. Chloe
Ginelle’s Chicken Stuffed Shells Recipe
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups shredded cheese
Small box of frozen peas – optional
1 box of stuffing mix
1lb chicken (cooked and cubed)
1 box of Jumbo shells (cooked)
Directions:
Combine first 4 ingredients and add 1 ½ cups of sauce
Sauce:
1 can each of
 Cream of mushroom soup
 Cream of chicken soup
 Cream of celery soup
1 soup can of milk
1 cup Miracle Whip
Stuff the shells with the chicken mix and cover with the remaining sauce.
Bake at 375 for 30 minutes covered, then 30 minutes uncovered.
http://projects.eveningedge.com/recipes/stuffe
d-chicken-shells/
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Tri-County Workforce Investment Board
meeting (April 12)
The Workforce Investment Act of 1998 mandated
that the governor of each state designate local
workforce investment areas within each state;
whereas Governor Tom Ridge designated the
geographic and political subdivisions of the
Counties of Washington, Greene and Beaver as a
Local Workforce Investment Area (WFIA).
The County Commissioners of those three
counties, as the chief local elected officials
(CLEO), recognize their responsibilities and have a
willingness to make a commitment to those job
seekers and employers in need of workforce
investment services in the designated local WFIA
and entered into the agreement to organize and
implement activities proposed by the Governor.
CLEO pictured l. to r.: Commissioner Archie Trader, Greene
County; Commissioner Harlan Shober, Jr., Washington County;
Commissioner Blair Zimmerman, Greene County; Commissioner
Tony Amadio, Beaver County; and Commissioner Lawrence Maggi,
Washington County. (Also attending the meeting but not pictured is
Commissioner Chuck Morris, Greene County).
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies:
Bonnie Belles Country StoreDowntown Waynesburg
Bonnie Belles Country Store’s grand opening and ribboncutting ceremony was held at noon on Tuesday, April 7. The
new store is located at 68 West High Street (formerly Blondies
Beauty Shop) in downtown Waynesburg. Please welcome the
new business by browsing through their variety of country
charm
items
(retail
country
primitives).
Bonnie Belles Country Store is owned and managed by Mrs.
Tonda Williams; for more information, call the shop at 724-8522662
or
email
at
bonniebelles-2@hotmail.com.
(Photo courtesy of the Waynesburg Chamber of Commerce)
Mt. Morris Pharmacy
The Mt. Morris Pharmacy hosted their grand
opening celebration and ribbon cutting on
Saturday, April 25, at 11:00 a.m.
The Greene County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit and
the Humane Society of Greene County were
present for the celebration. Other celebration
activities included hot dogs, cotton candy, a
bake sale, a fire truck, bounce house, a “meet
and greet” with the "Snow Queen," drawings,
prizes and more.
The new pharmacy is located at 120 Locust
Avenue in downtown Mt. Morris.
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A message from our Human Resource
Department:
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Monday morning, April 13, we see Bob Burrie from our
maintenance department enjoying the sunshine while cleaning up
the lawn after a long-harsh winter and before the predicted
spring showers moved into the area during the evening hours.
(Photo courtesy of Mike Jones / Observer-Reporter, Apr 14, 2015)
The County held a CPR/AED Training on Friday,
April 10, at 9:00 am & 1:00 pm — both lasted
approximately 2.5 hours. It was first offered to
the Safety Committee members, but with 33
spots left, it was opened to all County
employees on a first come, first serve basis. The
training was a success and HR thanks everyone
who participated.
As part of the County Wellness Program,
Biometric Screenings were conducted by
Integrated Corporate Health on-site to county
participants on Thursday, April 23, during the
morning only. The screenings included a finger
stick, which provided Cholesterol, Blood Sugar,
and Blood Pressure readings. The screenings
were a great success, and also were worth 25
points for Wellness Rewards for program
participants.
Safety Committee says, "Make sure you and
your co-workers know the location of the First
Aid Kits, Fire Extinguishers, and Automated
External Defibrillator's (AED)."
AED Locations:
Ben Franklin Building: outside VA door
County Office Building: middle of First Floor hallway
Court House: 2nd Floor near time clock
Emergency Management: in the EOC (911 Center)
Fort Jackson: 2nd Floor in hallway near time clock &
water fountain
Fire Extinguishers & First-Aid Kits are located on every floor of
each of the county office buildings.
(Some floors have more than 1)
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Third annual legislative breakfast:
Commissioner Blair Zimmerman attended Community Action
Southwest’s 3rd annual legislative breakfast held on Friday,
March 27, at the Doubletree in Washington. The annual event was
hosted by Pennsylvania Representatives Brandon Neuman and
Pam Snyder.
Pictured left to right: State Representatives Brandon Neuman and Pam
Snyder, and Commissioner Blair Zimmerman.
Community Action Southwest (CAS) has been providing services
to residents of Washington and Greene counties for over 40 years.
CAS offers many services to children, families and individuals at
all income levels and is committed to ending poverty in our
community. Community Action Southwest offers program
service areas including Early Childhood Services, WIC (Women,
Infants & Children), Family & Economic Success and Senior
Services.
Summer applicants advised of new clearance requirements
In accordance with a new state law, applicants for summer positions with the County of Greene who will be working
directly with children must now obtain a set of state and federal clearances before employment can begin.
Act 153, which took effect Dec. 31, mandates that prospective employees 14 years or older who will be responsible for
the welfare of a child or have regular, direct contact with children are required to submit to potential employers a child
abuse history clearance, a Pennsylvania State Police criminal record check and an FBI criminal background check.
The new requirements also apply to previous summer employees. Once the required clearances have been obtained,
current and future employees will need to update their clearances every three years. The clearances will stay on file in
the Human Resources office.
“We are seeing a possible 6-8 week or longer turnaround time for applicants to receive their FBI and child abuse
clearances,” said Rebecca Harris, human resources director. “It is very important that candidates for summer
employment apply for their clearances as soon as possible.”
The new law is also impacting the county Human Services Department as it also affects employees of child-care services,
foster parents and prospective adoptive parents, self-employed family day-care providers, any individual seeking to
provide child-care services under contract with a child-care facility or program and any individual 18 years or older who
resides in the home of a foster parent or a prospective adoptive parent for at least 30 days a year.
The costs of the clearances are $10 each for the child abuse history clearance and Pennsylvania State Police criminal
record check, and $27.50 for the FBI criminal background check. Clearance request forms can be completed either online
or by submitting paper applications. FBI background checks involve registering and visiting a fingerprint location to
scan and electronically submit fingerprints.
The county Human Resources office has compiled a document outlining the steps needed to apply for each clearance. To
view the document, or for more information about the new requirements, visit www.co.greene.pa.us, or call 724-8525200.
Greene County Commissioners on Facebook
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Recreation director receives ninth statewide award
Greene County Recreation Director Jake Blaker recently received an excellence in recreation and parks award
from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society, Inc.
Blaker accepted the award at a ceremony held Tuesday, March 24, during the 68 th annual PRPS State Conference
at the Lancaster Marriott and Convention Center in Lancaster, Pa. The Department of Recreation was honored for
the 2014 series of Flashlight Drags drag-racing events held at the Greene County Airport in Waynesburg. The events
provide a safe, legal alternative to street racing and help boost county tourism and the local economy.
“The drag races bring people from all over the region into the county,” Blaker said. “We have had people from as
far as Washington, D.C., participate in the races. With support from the Greene County Commissioners, our vendors,
and personnel from the county prison, EMS, Waynesburg VFD and the Sheriff’s department, we are able to continue
these highly entertaining events.”
Produced by Altered Gas Performance Events, LLC, Flashlight Drags consists of a 1/8-mile race along the airport
runway. Drivers can race as many times as they want and against any of the other racers, all for fun. The format is
heads-up, meaning that both vehicles leave the starting line at the same time. The name of the event refers back
to the early days of drag racing, when a flashlight was used to signal the start.
Since 2006, the Department of Recreation has been recognized with nine excellence in recreation and parks
awards. According to the PRPS, award recipients must demonstrate outstanding quality, innovation, range and
value of appeal, community support, and efficient use of funding, human and material resources in the
development, delivery and use of programs, special events, publications and promotions.
Nominations are rated based on how well they demonstrate the POWER principles, which include how the entry
positions public parks and recreation as an essential community service, its outcome and wow factor, how it effects
change and how it utilizes resources.
“We are extremely appreciative of the work that the Recreation Department does under the supervision of Jake
Blaker,” said Commissioner Chuck Morris, chair of the Greene County Board of Commissioners. “Jake organizes
unique events, and his dedication to the youth of the county has been and will continue to be exemplary.”
The PRPS is the principal state organization promoting quality recreation and park training, networking and
leadership opportunities for those working and volunteering in the field. Headquartered in State College, Pa., the
PRPS is a nonprofit membership association with more than 1,700 members statewide. For more information, visit
www.prps.org. For more information on Flashlight Drags, including the 2015 dates, visit www.flashlightdrags.com or
www.co.greene.pa.us.
Jake Blaker (right), Greene County director of
recreation, accepts a Pennsylvania Recreation
and Park Society, Inc., excellence in recreation
and parks award from Barry Bessler, chair of
the PRPS recognition and awards committee, at
a ceremony held March 24 in Lancaster, Pa.
GREENE COUNTY GAZETTE
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IT Tips
These are some real basic, low tech tips.
Keyboard problems:
1.
The easiest way to see if your keyboard is responding properly is to tap the Num Lock key – if the num lock
light responds, your keyboard is connected.
2.
Bang the keyboard to get the crumbs out. If you pick up your keyboard and turn it part way over and then tap
the keyboard on the desk, you will be amazed what falls out. All the little crap that falls into your keyboard can cause
specific keys to stop working properly.
Random problems:
Reboot. That’s it…. Just reboot the computer by going to the start button, clicking the arrow next to “shut down” and
selecting the “restart” option.
Things that pop up on your screen:
Not sure what to do with the screen that popped up in front of you? I know this is going to sound crazy but… read it.
Things like Flash updates, Java updates, Adobe updates – these are usually ok to install IF you take the time to read the
screen. Many of these updates try to change your default web browser, install toolbars, change your search provider
etc – but if you read the screens and uncheck any options that look fishy… you should be ok.
Veterans Affairs office planning outreach
The Greene County Veterans Affairs office will provide information and services to veterans in communities across the
county during this year’s schedule of veterans’ outreach programs.
Outreach will take place starting at 10 a.m. at county senior centers on the following dates:
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May 27 – Jefferson Senior Center, 190 Washington St., Jefferson
June 17 – Mt. Morris Senior Center, 303 Mt. Morris Road, Mt. Morris
July 28 – Clarksville Senior Center at Clarksville Area Lions Club Community Center, South and Green streets,
Clarksville
Aug. 27 – West Greene Senior Center, 106 Grange Road, Graysville
Oct. 27 – Clarksville Senior Center at Clarksville Area Lions Club Community Center, South and Green streets,
Clarksville
Nov. 18 – Carmichaels Senior Center, 100 Nemacolin Road, Carmichaels
A locally and nationally certified Veterans Service Officer will be on site to answer any questions and assist veterans
one-on-one in filing claims. Veterans residing in each community who are unable to visit the Veterans Affairs office at
22 W. High St., Waynesburg, are encouraged to attend the outreach programs.
The Veterans Affairs office can assist county veterans, their spouses and dependents with any of the following
programs and services: compensation and pension claims; healthcare applications (VA hospitals and Champ VA);
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) and death pension claims; life insurance; unemployment and
homelessness; funeral and burial benefit claims; education benefits; home loans and tax exemptions; veterans license
plates; emergency assistance; flags and holders for deceased veterans’ graves; organizing Memorial Day and Veterans
Day events across the county; and other programs and services.
For more information, call the Greene County Veterans Affairs office at 724-852-5275.
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Greene County Sheriff’s Office. . . April Top Ten
Top 10 Most Wanted … Have you seen any of these current top 10 most wanted in Greene County?
#1 MOST WANTED
#2 MOST WANTED
#3 MOST WANTED
#4 MOST WANTED
#5 MOST WANTED
John C. Phillips
Keith Allen Walters
Brittany Hagger
Shane Hanlan
Jerrell Maurice
Patrick
White/Male, Age 43
Wanted for DUI controlled
substance-combination
alcohol/Failure To Appear
Last Known Address: 223
Rices Landing East,
Millsboro, PA 15433
White/Female, Age 29
Wanted for Drug
Manf/Del/Poss/W-Intent
Man. Or Del/Failure to
Appear
Last Known Address: 146
West Franklin Street,
Apartment 2,
Waynesburg, PA 15370
White/Male, Age 29
Wanted for Receiving
Stolen Property/Failure
to Appear
Last Known Address:
311 School Bus Road,
Mt. Morris, PA 15349
#6 MOST WANTED
#7 MOST WANTED
#8 MOST WANTED
#9 MOST WANTED
#10 MOST WANTED
Joshua A. Ruse
Thomas M. Jacobs
Vincent Clinton
Jarrod R. Hinds
White/Male, Age 52
Wanted for Simple Assault,
Failure to Appear
Last Known Address:
529 Sugar Lane, Clarksville
PA 15322
White/Male, Age 32
Wanted for DUI, Failure to
Appear
Last Known Address: 120
North Liberty, Apt. A,
Waynesburg, PA 15370
White/Male, Age 46
Wanted for DUI - Failure
to Appear
Last Known Address:
220 Lanz Road,
Waynesburg, PA 15370
Jeremy M.
Dickey
White/Male, Age 43
Wanted for Flight to
Avoid
Apprehension/Trial/
Punish-Resisting Arrest/
Simple Assault (Failure
to Appear for Plea Court)
Last Known Address:
183 Neff Rd,
Jefferson, PA 15344
White/Male, Age 35
Wanted for DUI - Failure
to Appear
Last Known Address: PO
Box 41 Main Street, New
Freeport, PA 15352
Black/Male, Age 26
Wanted for Use/Poss of
Drug Paraph/Failure to
Appear
Last Known Address:
539 Campbell Street,
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
White/Male,
Age 38
Wanted for Theft,
Failure to appear
Last Known Address:
183 Neff Road
Jefferson, PA 15344
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is pleased with the arrests that have been made to the top ten most wanted listing for Greene
County. Since the public announcement and posting of the top ten on February 28, 2014, several of the wanted individuals have been
arrested, removed from the top-ten listing, and replaced with other top-ten wanted persons. Anyone who uses this information to
commit a criminal act against another person is subject to criminal prosecution. Under no circumstances should anyone other than an
authorized law enforcement official attempt to apprehend or confront one of these offenders. To submit a tip concerning information
on or the whereabouts of one of these offenders, please contact the Greene County Sheriff’s Office at 724-852-5388.
Veterans Affairs: Days to Remember
May:
7th Unconditional Surrender of all German Forces
Signed (1945)
8th V-E Day Declared (1945) Military Spouses Day
15th Women’s Corps Founded (1942) and until
sunset, flags half-staff for Peace Officers Memorial
Day
16th Armed Forces Day
22nd National Maritime Day
25th Memorial Day (observed). Flags half-staff until
noon
2015 Municipal Primary, May 19, 2015 — Official Notice
of Election for Military and Overseas Voters, County of
Greene, Pa.
(Notice dated 03/19/2015)... document notice can be obtained from
your Greene County Elections Office, 93 E. High Street,
Waynesburg, PA.
This is an official notice of an election to be conducted on
5/19/2015 in Greene County. You may register to vote and request
an official absentee ballot by using the Federal Post Card
Application (FPCA), available at www.votespa.com or
www.fvap.gov. You may apply for an absentee ballot by submitting
your FPCA by fax to 724-852-5321 or by email to amiller.
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Conservation District hosted manure management workshops
The Greene County Conservation District hosted two free workshops about writing manure management plans
for local farmers and livestock owners. The first workshop was held from 9:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 16,
and the second was held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 20. Both workshops were held in the 4-H Building at
the Greene County Fairgrounds in Waynesburg.
The workshops were free to attend. Attendees were able to choose which session they wished to register for;
attendance at both was not required.
According to state Department of Environmental Protection regulations, anyone whose farm operations
involve applying manure to land – whether by fork, machine or naturally by animal – is required to have a
written manure management plan, regardless of the size of the operation.
“The DEP’s goal is not to go out policing people about manure management plans,” said Karlie Wright,
agricultural technician for the Conservation District. “What they really want to do is educate everyone about
the impact of livestock on the land and help people manage those impacts properly.”
Offering free workshops is just one way that the Conservation District can provide resources and assistance to
anyone with questions or who needs help writing or developing manure management plans. District staff can
also meet one-on-one with individuals and evaluate plans.
Financial and other support for this workshop has been provided by the Pennsylvania Association of
Conservation Districts, Inc., through a grant from the state DEP under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act,
administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Continuing education credits are available for
attending the workshops.
For more information, call the Conservation District at 724-852-5278, or e-mail kwright@co.greene.pa.us.
Amended Grass Ordinance for Franklin Township residents
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Lifeguard course scheduled for May
The Greene County Department of Recreation is planning a lifeguard training course to begin next month ahead of the
summer swimming season. Classes will start at 5 p.m. Monday, May 18, at Alpha Aquatic Center, 200 E. Roy Furman
Highway, Waynesburg, and will continue for the next one to two weeks.
Interested candidates must be at least 16 years of age and be able to attend and pass courses in professional
lifeguarding, first-aid and CPR/AED training. Course participants are required to bring a modest bathing suit (onepiece for women, and trunks or jammers for men), goggles and towels to all sessions. The pre-registration deadline is
Friday, May 8.
The three county pools – Alpha Aquatic Center, Carmichaels Pool in Carmichaels and Mon View Pool in Greensboro –
are scheduled to be open Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends, although pool hours are subject to change due
to staff availability or inclement weather. The pools also usually close during the week when local students return to
school.
Lifeguards hired for this summer will need to attend additional mandatory training sessions. A water safety instructor
course will be offered during the first part of the swimming season for certification in teaching swim lessons.
For more information about becoming a lifeguard, or to register for the lifeguard training course, call the Department
of Recreation at 724-852-5323. For employment information, call Human Resources at 724-852-5200, or visit
www.co.greene.pa.us to apply online.
MINI STAND DOWN
Greene County Veterans Affairs
Waynesburg Farmers’ Market,
downtown Waynesburg
May 13– October 14
10:00 am - 2:00 pm: every
Wednesday
The Waynesburg Farmers' Market provides an
opportunity for area residents to purchase
fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers
and herbs directly from the farmers and
gardeners who grow them. The market also
features baked goods and locally produced
meats, eggs and wine.
For more information, call
Waynesburg Prosperous
Beautiful at 724-627-8119
www.waynesburgpa.org
&
Dalene Watson, Director of Veteran Affairs of Greene
County, has set in motion a plan for a Mini-Stand
Down to help our Veterans. This would be a
collection of free nonperishable food, clothing (men,
women, children and babies), shoes (men, women,
children and babies), coats, household items
(anything needed to keep a household running), or
monetary gift cards to local grocery stores. These
items would be distributed to of our Veterans of
Greene County who have given so much.
Collection of these items will be done until
September 18th, 2015. If you need a pick up please
call the Greene County Veterans Affairs office at
(724) 852-5275 and we will make arrangements for
pickup of your donations.
Distribution will be Saturday, October 10th at the
Greene
County
Fairgrounds
Building
#10,
Waynesburg, PA. 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Veterans must bring their DD214 or VA id.
We will acknowledge any businesses, schools and
churches as a partner in this much needed event.
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APRIL 29, 2015
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Veterans Announcement: DNA samples
needed for MIA identifications. >> There are
83,000 missing and unaccounted for Americans
from World War II to now, yet many families of
the missing have yet to provide a family
reference
sample
to
assist
in
DNA
identification. Currently, 89% of Korean War
families have provided samples, as well as 83%
of Cold War families and 81% of Vietnam
families; but only 4% of WWII families have!
The government last year identified 107 MIA's,
but more could have been identified — and
faster — if more family reference samples were
on file. Please forward contact information for
MIA families to the following service casualty
offices:
Army:
800-892-2490
Marine Corps:
800-847-1597
Navy:
800-443-9298
Air Force:
800-531-5501
State Department: 202-485-6106
County parking lots:
Message from our Greene County Elections Office:
Dates to remember:
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May 12 — Last day to apply for a civilian absentee ballot
May 15 — Last day County Boards of Elections to receive voted
civilian absentee ballots.
Click here for an Official Notice of Election for Military and
Overseas Voters, County of Greene, Pennsylvania. (Notice dated
03/19/2015)... document notice can be obtained from your
Greene County Elections Office, 93 East High Street, Waynesburg,
PA.
May 19, 2015 — Municipal Primary Elections (polls open at 7:00
am) — This is an official notice of an election to be conducted on
5/19/2015 in Greene County. You may register to vote and request
an official absentee ballot by using the Federal Post Card
Application (FPCA), available at www.votespa.com or
www.fvap.gov. You may apply for an absentee ballot by
submitting your FPCA by fax to 724-8525-5321.
May 20 — First day to register after primary elections.
May 26 — Last day for County Board of Elections to receive voted
military and overseas absentee ballots (must be postmarked no
later than May 20).
For locations of your polling precinct, go to the Elections Office on
Greene County website at: www.co.greene.pa.us.
Employee Notice ... make sure you have your
parking tag/permit on display in your vehicle!
Recently, there have been issues with
unauthorized parking in the county lots. The
Borough has been alerted and are stepping up
the monitoring of the lots.
Each of the restricted "Employee Only" parking
lots have color-coded rear-view mirror parking
permits, and permits are issued to ALL elected
officials and county employees. The parking
permits are required to be on the vehicle’s rearview mirror when using the county lots.
Employees may not park in a reserved elected
official parking spot within the restricted
parking sites without the authorization of the
designated official.
Parking permits are issued and recorded by the
Human Resources office; should you need a
new permit for some reason, please see Cara in
Human Resources for a new permit.
For additional information regarding Parking Permits,
refer to Chapter 10, page 44 of the County Employee
Handbook.
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Domestic Relations ― Bench Warrant Issued for outstanding child support payment
― Your continued help is needed and greatly appreciated ―
Should you recognize any persons listed below and/or know of their whereabouts, please contact the Domestic Relations office immediately
at 724-852-5214 during regular business hours (Mon-Fri), or to report an anonymous tip or message, use our IVR (Interactive Voice
Response) System which enables a tipster to leave an anonymous message (which protects the innocent). The IVR number is also 724-8525214; at the first prompt, press “1” for a touch-tone phone and follow the prompts. You will not need to leave your name or any personal
information; your call remains anonymous. (Updated 4/23/2015)
James P. Yakubec,
Jr.
Jeremy Dickey
Shawn A. Geelen
Isaac A. Lilley, IV
Last Known Address:
106 Woodside Manor,
Carmichaels, PA 15320
Last Known Address:
177 Larimer Ave
PO Box 94
Bobtown, PA 15315
Last Known Address:
205 Cedarwood Dr.,
Carmichaels, PA 15320
William R. Ryan, Jr.
Melinda L.Puckett
Daniel C. Lemley
Daniel E. DeWitt
Last Known Address:
104 4th St, Donora, PA
15033
Last Known Address:
49 Taylor Ave,
Clarksville, PA 15322
Last Known Address:
213 Mt Carmel Ridge Rd,
Aleppo, PA 15310
Last Known Address:
320 Front St, PO Box 231,
Greensboro, PA 15338
Last Known Address:
155 Washington Street,
Jefferson, PA 15344
Disclaimer: These photographs and names are provided to the public, as a public service of the Greene County Domestic Relations Office in its responsibility to locate
individuals who are considered "wanted." Wanted Person, because they were scheduled for a contempt hearing before a judge and they failed to appear. The judge signs
a process for the arrest of the individual prepared by the DRS. (Note: A contempt hearing is scheduled when the DRS determines that an individual is not complying with
their court order but it is up to the judge to determine contempt.) This listing here should not be interpreted to mean that they are guilty of committing a criminal offense
until a court of law so decides. The Domestic Relations Office will use "best effort practices" to remove Wanted Persons from this listing. Inquiries should be made directly
to the Domestic Relations Office at 724-852-5214.
Hunting Hills Hawkeyes to host fundraiser
The Hunting Hills Hawkeyes, Greene County’s Scholastic Clay Target Program team, will host its annual benefit
shoot Sunday, May 17, at Hunting Hills in Dilliner, Pa. The shoot is sponsored by the Greene County Commissioners
and Greene County Department of Recreation, and is being organized by the Hawkeyes’ coaches. The
registration deadline for participants is Monday, May 4.
Participants may register as individuals or in teams of five. The cost for a team of five is $400, and the individual
cost is $80 per person. The registration fee covers 100 clay targets, a catered dinner and awards. Shells and a golf
cart are not included. Golf cart rental is $40. Mulligans are $5 each, with a limit of three per shooter.
Registration begins at 8 a.m., with warm-up shooting at 8:30 a.m. and the main event starting at 10 a.m. Dinner
and awards will follow the main event. Award categories include youth, ladies and individual. Ticket drawings for a
50/50 raffle, guns and other prizes will also be held after dinner.
Sign sponsorships for the benefit shoot are available at $100 a sign. Signs will be placed at a shooting station. The
deadline for sign sponsors is also Monday, May 4.
For more information, or to register for the shoot or become a sign sponsor, call the Department of Recreation at
724-852-5323, or visit www.co.greene.pa.us.
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This Month in Greene County Government…
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS:
During the Commissioners’ regular
board meeting on Thursday, April 2, the
Commissioners made the following
Proclamations:
 Child Abuse prevention Month,
April 2015
 Grange Month, April 2015
 National Library Week, April 12
through April 18, 2015
During the Commissioners’ regular
board meeting on Thursday, April
16, the Commissioners made the
following Proclamations:
 Sexual Assault Awareness
Month, April 2015
 Paint Greene County Purple
Day, May 1, 2015
 Older Americans Month,
May 2015
The Commissioners awarded a bid to
Morgan Excavating for the rehabilitation
of Murtha Drive.
The Commissioners also approved
the Final Right-of-Way plan for
County Bridge #55.
The Commissioners appointed Maria
Halow to the Greene County Library
Board of Directors.
Under Children and Youth Services, the
Commissioners
approved
the
FY2014/2015 Contract with Adoption
Connections.
Under Tax Claims, the Tax Claim
Bureau received bids for the
following properties:
 Control #25-45011, Wayne
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
 Control #25-45026, Wayne
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
 Control #25-45002, Wayne
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
 Control #25-45005, Wayne
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
 Control #25-45030, Wayne
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
 Control
#4-85194,
Clarksville Borough, was
taken to judicial sale and
remains unsold
 Control #23-288, Springhill
Township, was taken to
judicial sale and remains
unsold
Under Recreation, the Commissioners
approved a recreation mini grant in the
amount of $3,000 from Center Township
for the purchase of new bleachers for the
baseball field and repairs to the walking
bridge that include sanding, painting and
the installation of new decking boards.
Under Human Services, the
Commissioners
approved
the
following:
 FY2014/2015
3
month
contract with Collective
Impact, LLC
 FY2015/2016
grant
Under
Veterans
Affairs,
the
Commissioners approved the agreements
for the care and maintenance for the
following Cemetery’s:
 92 graves in the Blacksville
Cemetery, Wayne Township
 31 graves in the Highland
Cemetery, Dunkard Township
 184 graves in the Hewitt
Cemetery,
Rices
Landing
Borough
Under EMA, the Commissioners
approved
a
Maintenance
Service
Schedule between the County of Greene
and Windstream.
Under
Human
Services,
the
Commissioners approved a contract
between the County of Greene Human
Services and Gregory C. Hook, Esquire
for legal services.

application with PCCD for the
Intermediate Punishment Grant
FY2014/2015
Capital
Equipment Grant with PADOT
Under Mental Health & Intellectual
Disabilities,
the
Commissioners
approved the FY2014/2015 6 month
contract with Southwest Regional
Medical Center.
Under Children and Youth Services,
the Commissioners approved the
following FY2014/2015 contracts with:
 Gregory C. Hook, Esquire
 Adelphoi Village
 Diakon Child, Family and
Community Ministries
 Bethany Christian Services,
Inc.
PRISON BOARD:
During the Prison Board meeting on
Wednesday, April 15, it was
announced that the Prison will continue
to house inmates from Fayette and
Washington counties.
Staff was re-certified in the proper
use of pepper spray. The new staff that
has not been certified will be certified
in the near future.
Fire Fighter Sales and Service
Company completed the semi-annual
inspection of the hood in the kitchen
and no problems were found. They also
purchased a 6 liter wet (class K) fire
extinguisher for the kitchen. Deposits
totaling $2,080 were made with the
Treasurer’s office for work release and
weekend inmates. Fayette County owes
$16,700 for March 2015 inmate
housing.
Judge Toothman brought up the tent
schedule coordination while the
position of Community Service
Director is in transition. Warden
Gillispie has the tent schedule and will
have the prison work crew handle
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until the Community Service Director
has started. Judge Toothman stated he
would like to see the five school districts
and the college all work together
regarding community service.
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RETIREMENT BOARD:
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During the Retirement Board meeting
on Thursday, April 16, Chief Clerk Jeff
Marshall announced that in 2014 under
the pension plan there were: 23 transfers,
9 retirements, 2 roll overs, 4 stayed in the
plan, and 8 cashed out.
SALARY BOARD:
During the Salary Board meeting on
Thursday, April 16, the following
personnel actions were approved:
New hires:
 Brad Babyak, regular part time
Corrections Officer I
 Jessica Barath, regular full time
CYS Caseworker I
 Eric Boothman, regular part time
Corrections Officer I
 Edward Brizzi, regular full time
Caseworker I
 Christine Lynn Brottish, regular
part time Department Clerk 1,
Treasurer’s Office
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Brittany Griest, regular full time
Field Assessor I
Amanda McCool, regular part
time Corrections Officer I
James Bret Moore, Director of
Community Service
Jonathan Wilson, regular full
time Law Clerk
Rebecca Yuhas, regular part
time Department Clerk 1,
Treasurer’s Office
Promotions:
 John Graham to regular full time
Van Driver
 Jennifer Rizor to Probation
Officer II, Juvenile Probation
Rehire:
 Nancy Kingston, Casual Van
Driver
Remove from payroll:
 Danielle Reese, Caseworker
Supervisor, due to the end of her
temporary assignment
 Fran Suppok, Casual County
Detective
Resignations:
 Kenneth Carlisle, regular
part
time
Corrections
Officer
 Greg
Thomas,
CYS
Caseworker
 Rebecca Yuhas, part time
Department
Clerk
1,
Treasurer’s Office
Transfers:
 Christine
Gardner
to
regular full time Domestic
Relations
Enforcement
Officer
 Jodi Logue from regular
part time to Casual 911
Telecommunicator I
Sheriff Brian Tennant made a
request from Human Resources,
and it didn’t make the agenda. He
asked if it was going to be on the
agenda next month. Commissioner
Zimmerman
announced
that
Margaret Dale Isiminger passed on
April 11, 2015 and she was the
oldest Greene County citizen at age
107.
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Calendar of Events
Be sure to come and check out some of the many events Greene County has to offer!
May 1- Golf Outing: Rohanna's Golf Course, 8:30 am start. FMI, contact the Waynesburg Chamber of Commerce at 724-6275926.
May 1-3- New York City Bus Trip: The annual trip to New York City is planned for Friday May 1st-May 3rd by the
Nathanael Greene Community Development Corporation. We will be staying at the Manhattan At Times Square Hotel which
is a great location for all activities. Pick up will start at 6 AM in Greensboro, PA and continue to Carmichaels, Waynesburg
and Morgantown. Cost will cover transportation, hotel and taxes. Cost for a double will be $550.00, Triple-$430.00 and Quad$375.00. FMI, contact Mary Shine at either: email shine201027@yahoo.com or call 724-943-4462.
May 2-3- Greene County Relay For Life: Until there is a cure...this relay has no finish line! This 24-hour event involving
relay teams who take turns walking, running, or strolling around the track will be held at the Waynesburg Central High
School "Raider Field of Pride." Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society's patient services, advocacy, prevention and
early detection programs and research. The opening ceremony, survivor lap, and reception will begin at 10:00 am on
Saturday, May 2, with a closing ceremony on Sunday morning at 8:00 am, May 3. To date the people of Greene County have
raised more than $1.7 million for the fight against cancer, in the 15 years the event has been held in the county. The 2015
Relay For Life celebrates its 30th year in the fight against cancer. FMI, visit us on Facebook© or go to
www.relayforlife.org/pagreenecounty.
May 9- Dock to Lock 5K Run/Walk: Greene County Recreation Department will host its annual Dock-to-Lock 5k on
Saturday, May 9, 2015 (race begins at 9:00 am / registration between 7:15-8:15 am). The bus leaves the Rices Landing Fire Hall
promptly at 8:30 am for the start line on the Greene River Trail. Race Day registration is $20. The Course (point-to-point)
consists of crushed limestone along the beautiful Greene River Trail. For safety, no strollers, dogs, roller blades, bicycles, etc.
on the trail during race times. Timing service by SERJ Racing Services, Uniontown, PA. Proceeds from the event go toward
the county day camp activities. The event is sponsored by the Greene County Commissioners and the Department of
Recreation. FMI, contact the Greene County Department of Recreation at 724-852-5323.
May 16 & 17- Sheep & Fiber Festival: 10 am to 5 pm at the Greene County Fairgrounds. FMI, call Waynesburg Prosperous
& Beautiful at 724-627-8119.
May 17- Benefit Shoot, Hunting Hills Hawkeyes: (Youth Shooting Program) at the Hunting Hills Sporting Clays, 181
Hunting Hills Road, Dilliner, PA (724-324-2738). Registration times: 8-9:45am. Warm-up shooting: 8:30-9:45am. Main event
(shotgun start) at 10am. Dinner will follow the main event. Drawings and awards will immediately follow the dinner. Note:
Please respond by Monday, May 4, 2015. FMI, call the Department of Recreation at 724-852-5323. Event sponsored by the
Greene County Commissioners.
May 22-24 – 58th Annual Waynesburg Charity Horse Show: classes are offered for all types of horses including the
American Saddlebred, Arabians, Equitation, Friesian, Hackney Ponies, Half-Arabians, Morgans, Tennessee Walking Horses,
Western and a large Open Division. Held at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Waynesburg. Benefiting the Greene County
Humane Society.
May 31- Flashlight Drags: Held at the Greene County Airport on Roy Furman Highway in Waynesburg, PA. The costs are
$30 to race and $6 to watch. Gates open at 11:30 AM/racing starts at 2:00 PM. FMI, call 724-852-5323. Five scheduled dates for
drags include: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30 (Waynesburg PID Day), and September 12, 2015. Dates are subject to
change, rain dates will be the following weekend if schedules permit. Want to know if race day is cancelled? Visit
www.flashlightdrages.com.
If you would like to submit an article to the “Greene County Gazette,” please contact Ruth Thornberg at rthornberg@co.greene.pa.us or
at 724-852-5384.