Students who didn't complete COVID-19 testing may have registration canceled
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WJAC) — Penn State University officials say students who didn't complete their pre-arrival COVID-19 tests may have their registration canceled.
In a release, university officials say 24,000 students were selected for pre-arrival COVID-19 testing. According to the release, students were notified through their Penn State email address and were given instructions on how to complete the at-home tests. The results of those test were to be submitted to the university by August 24 in order for students to attend classes or participate in other activities on campus.
Girl, 3, accidentally shot to death in apartment
MONROEVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Authorities say a 3-year-old girl died in what is believed to have been an accidental shooting in a western Pennsylvania apartment. Allegheny County police said officers in Monroeville were called to the Cambridge Square Apartments shortly after 9 p.m. Friday and found the victim with a single gunshot wound. The Allegheny County medical examiner's office said she died of a head wound and ruled the death a homicide.
Megabus suspends all services in and out of New York through April 9 due to coronavirus
Megabus says it’s suspended all of its services in and out of New York City through April 9.
The busing company says the suspension is a precautionary move in response to the recommendation that anyone traveling from New York City should self-quarantine for 14 days.
One of their buses was already in transit to State College and was expected to arrive in State College Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
Some people are concerned the suspension may be too late as the virus continues to spread in the state.
Road Trippin' PA: The historic Lemon House
Cambria Co., PA (WJAC) — On this week’s episode of Road Trippin’, we explore the story of the Lemon House, located at the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site in Cambria County.
Samuel and Jean Lemon moved to the area in 1826 and built a log tavern for those traveling in Conestoga wagons moving west.
After learning that a railroad would be built nearby, the family decided to construct a sandstone building, which would serve as a tavern and living area.
Altoona native Lou Schmitt to take over for McGinnis in state House
ALTOONA, Pa. -- Altoona native Lou Schmitt claimed the Republican nod for the 79th District seat Tuesday night. Schmitt defeated Altoona School Board member Sharon Bream by a 67-33 margin.
Schmitt campaigned on pro-life, pro-Second Amendment platform with a message of adding jobs to Blair County.
Schmitt will likely take the seat held by state Rep. John McGinnis for the last six years, as no Democrat entered the race. When McGinnis first took office in 2012, he said he would only hold office for three terms.
Crayola retires 'dandelion' crayon color
NEW YORK — Crayola announced on Thursday that the colorDandelion will be retired.
It's the first time in their over 100 year history that the company has retired a crayon from the 24-count box.
The shade of yellow was added to the Box of 64 in 1990. Which color will replace Dandelion is set to be released on Friday morning.
Previously Crayola retired Prussian Blue, Maize and Raw Umber from their collections.
Annual Ridgway Firemen's Carnival cancelled, fire department says
RIDGWAY, Pa (WJAC) — The Ridgway Fire Department announced that it has decided to cancel its annual Carnival, scheduled for early July, according to a Facebook post.
"After much discussion and consideration, the Ridgway Fire Department has deemed it necessary to cancel the 2020 Carnival due to COVID-19," the post states.
Officials added that they are still planning on hosting other events later in the year and that their annual Gun Bash is still scheduled for October.
Johnstown airport having most success in last 20 years
Johnstown Airport Officials said the last two months have been the best two months they've had in the last 20 years.
Today local, state, and federal officials gathered at the John Murtha Airport in Johnstown to talk about the state of aviation in Pennsylvania.
Representatives of the Johnstown Airport said their future looks bright.
“The Johnstown Airport over the last several years has done more in development than it has in decades,” Johnstown Airport Authority Chairman Rick McQuaide said.
'Don't pick up folded dollar bills,' sheriff warns
GILES COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — Deputies in Tennessee have released a public safety warning about money being found with fentanyl tucked inside dollar bills.
There have been two incidents where a folded dollar bill was found on the floor in gas stations, according to the Giles County Sheriff's Office. The person who found the bill discovered white powdery substances inside. After it was tested, the substance was positive for methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Blair County Sheriff suspends license to carry applications amid coronavirus concerns
HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — Blair County Sheriff James Ott said Thursday he is suspending the processing of applications for license to carry permits to limit exposure of coronavirus in the Blair County Courthouse.
The order, effective 3:30 p.m. Thursday, is tentatively in place until April 6, barring any further spread or restrictions related to the virus.
"As a community leader, my primary responsibility is not only the safety of my employees but the community as a whole,"