Ranger Chris chats with Greg Scott, President of the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County, to talk about the Centre County Business Awards.

The annual celebration recognizes outstanding businesses, leaders, and organizations making a positive impact throughout Centre County, highlighting achievements in leadership, innovation, community involvement, and economic growth.

Hear what makes this event special and how it brings our local business community together to celebrate success right here in Centre County.

Ranger Chris and Roni Lyn from WOWY Radio dive into a hilarious—and slightly confusing—viral story about a grocery store “cash back” misunderstanding.

A TikTok creator claimed she regularly asked for $50 cash back at the grocery store, believing the money was coming from the coupon savings shown on her receipt rather than from her own bank account.

Ranger Chris talks with Lewis Lazarow, Director of the Penn State All-Sports Museum, about a special event closing out Homecoming weekend on Sunday, September 27th.

From 10 AM to noon, the Museum welcomes the Zordich family for a children’s book signing and reading of A Bee in a Matchbox, featuring author Cynthia Zordich and her son Michael, along with a Q&A for kids.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase, and Zordich family memorabilia will also be on display. Plus, check out the new Paterno Family Football Experience Room.

Learn more at gopsusports.com/museum.

Ranger Chris talks with Marc Burns about the 2nd Annual Pleasant Gap Fire Company Fall Fest, happening Saturday, September 26th, from noon to 7 PM at the Pleasant Gap Fairgrounds on Robinson Lane.

Enjoy great food, one-of-a-kind crafts, local vendors, legendary raffles, and live music—all while supporting the Pleasant Gap Fire Company and the local first responders who are always there when you need them most.

Get the details at fire8.com/fallfest!

Ranger Chris chats with co-worker Jeff Brown and Cynthia Mazzant to talk about Love Letters, the upcoming production from Tempest Productions. They discuss the powerful stories behind the show, the people bringing it to life, and why this production is one you won’t want to miss.

Learn more at tempestproductions.org/loveletters.

Ranger Chris talks with Christine Bishop of the Centre County Youth Service Bureau about the latest ways our community can support YSB and the children and families they serve.

Christine previews this Friday’s On The Field sporting clays event at Shenecoy Sportsmen’s Club, including the new reception featuring a buffet dinner, live auction, and championship round. There’s still time to register — and YSB could use a few more volunteers!

She also explains how you can support YSB through Target Circle Community Voting through September 30, plus a spotlight on Big Brothers Big Sisters and the current need for volunteer mentors, especially for the Wednesday after-school program in State College.

Learn more, register, volunteer, or become a Big at ccysb.com!

Ranger Chris talks with Jens Thorsen and Allayn Beck of the State College Food Bank, about the second annual A Great Big Fight to End Hunger.

The special benefit concert features Grammy Award-winning band A Great Big World and brings the community together to raise critical funds for local individuals and families facing food insecurity.

his year, the State College Food Bank hopes to make an even bigger impact. Support your local food bank. Together, we can help make sure no one in our community faces hunger alone.

The Nittany Valley Symphony is celebrating its 60th Anniversary Season, and Ranger Chris sits down with Maestro Tim Farrand to talk about what’s in store for this milestone season! They also preview the season opener, “Dreams of the Forest,” happening Sunday, September 20 at 3 PM at Bellefonte Area High School. Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nittany-valley-symphony-concert-dreams-of-the-forest-tickets-1991388070325