Kids First - Baby Talk Part I

So you just found out you're pregnant. Congrats! What is even more amazing is that your baby already has a spine and its own nervous system ... and it’s only 5 weeks old!

What I Did Over My Summer Vacation

I've never had to write an essay on what I did over my summer vacation and, as a senior, this is my last chance to fulfill the pop-culture trope. So here it goes.

Kids First - DIRT!

We have all been taught that germs are bad...

When in Rome....

When in Rome!

Stick to your Fitness Plan: Set Goals

Looking to get back in shape, but not sure where to start? Sit down and set goals of what you want to accomplish and good things are sure to follow.

Craft Beer Imposters

Do you know where your craft beer comes from?

Letting Go (Of My Nose)

I hold my nose when I jump into the water. So why did I love my whitewater rafting trip so much?

Yinz Need to Learn Some Baseball Etiquette: Oh Yeah- Lets GO BUCS!

The Pirates have been a sideshow for 18 years. The problem now is simple. Our fans don’t know anything about the game or proper game etiquette! Yinz need to sit down and watch the game!

Bedwetting: More Common Than You Think

Bedwetting is not only embarrassing for the child but also the parents. Your nightmare can end!

I'll take This is Really Happening for 400, Alex

My experience at my Jeopardy! audition in New York.

Union-Backed Amendments to SB 612 = Disastrous Results

More taxpayer dollars taken out of the classroom and put in the pockets of senior union members. Find out why...

One for the Road

1 For the Road Beer Emporium and Taproom

Cranberry Miniature Golf Classic: Part of CTCC Community Days

The Cranberry Miniature Golf Classic is one of the many fun tournaments being held as part of CTCC Community Days.

An Average Guy's Take on Fitness

Want to be more healthy, but having trouble figuring out where to start? This is an introduction to who I am and what recently has worked for me to accomplish my fitness goals.

Take Your Workout Outdoors

A fun way to take advantage of the nice weather while adding some excitement to your every day workout routine.

Meet the Doctors

Jordan Family Chiropractic is a private practice emphasizing family health and wellness. Our mission is to help as many people as we can – especially children!

RUN FOR YOUR LIBRARY 5K (part of CTCC Community Days )

Run For Your Library 5K will have its first race at CTCC Community Days on Saturday July 9 at 8:30 AM. All walkers and runners are invited.

Caring About Kids Means Keeping Teachers in the Classroom

Proposed and current legislation makes it tough for school officials to budget. Teachers wanted to help. Their union said NO. Result: unnecessary cuts. Fair to children? You decide.

A Fine Line Exists Between Being a Beer Snob and a Jerk

Are you a beer snob? Are you turned off by people you meet that claim to be one?

History of Community Day: A Hot Topic

Community Days is less than 30 days away. A brief history of Community Day and how CTCC became the sponsor of the event.

I'll Take OMG for 200, Alex

I get to audition to be on the Jeopardy! Teen Tournament on June 25. Cue the Rocky-style training regimen.

Moving SVSD Forward Starts Now

This is an email I wrote to a constituent about why we moved forward with the budget before we had final numbers from the state.

History of CTCC (Cranberry Township Community Chest)

History of CTCC (Cranberry Township Community Chest)

I Know a Butcher, a Baker, a Candlestick Maker! What Does It Take to Earn Your Referral?

How do YOU choose the right vendors? It is logical that you and I would want vendors that are qualified and trustworthy. What does it take to earn your referral?

Love and Leashes and Loss

My dog wasn't the best dog in the world, and he wasn't the worst. But he was the one that I loved the most.

Want a home without all the work? Choose a condo or a townhouse

Due to increased prices of single family homes and changes in lifestyle, many people (young and old) are choosing to buy condos and townhomes. But what is the difference? What are the advantages?

It's Magic

Why I love Harry Potter, and why I can't seem to stop.

The SV 2011-12 Budget: 63% More Cutting than Taxing

When federal/state government makes cuts, subsidies to local government/schools are first on the block. I explain how the Seneca Valley School Board is RESPONSIBLY reducing the size of government.

I Never Thought This Story Would Have a Happy Ending

From trauma to triumph, my journey through years of youth softball.

Me & My Blog

A brief introduction to my life, my blog, and myself.