Coffee in hand, Hooversville? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Hooversville trucking owner’s killing finally heads to trial after long delays
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; breezy, with a high of 63 and low of 43 degrees.
- Thursday: Cloudy, a shower; colder, temps: high: 50, low: 42.
- Friday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 61 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Jury selection begins for man accused of killing horse trainer (dailyamerican.com) — A homicide trial is underway involving a man accused of fatally shooting a longtime Hooversville trucking company owner and horse farmer, with jury selection now in progress in Somerset County Court. The victim operated Johnson Trucking in Hooversville for more than 30 years, and the case—after multiple delays—is finally scheduled to run through May 15.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday May 13
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Primary Field Day (NSC)
North Star High School
Athletic Field and Tennis Courts
8:00 am
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BBQ Rib Night →
The Lodge at Indian Lake, 700 S Shore Trail, Central City
4:00 pm
Thursday May 14
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Elementary School DIAL Screening
Westmont Hilltop SD
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School Gymnasium
9:00 am
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Band Concert
North Star High School
Auditorium, Classroom (Specifically)
5:00 pm
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Distinguished Graduate/Alumni Banquet
Westmont Hilltop SD
Sunnehanna Country Club
6:00 pm
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Distinguished Graduate and Alumni Banquet
Westmont Hilltop SD
Sunnehanna Country Club
6:00 pm
Friday May 15
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12:30 Dismissal - 1/2 Act 80 Day
Shade-Central City SD
Cairnbrook, PA 15924
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WAYMAKER 2026 - UNITED Youth Conference →
Camp Allegheny, 100 Dr, Stoystown
7:00 pm
Saturday May 16
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Windber Wine Through the Park 2026 →
Windber Recreation Park and Pool, 160 Rec Rd, Windber
2:00 pm
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HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS – Music of Bob Seger →
Arcadia Theater, 1418 Graham Ave, Windber
7:30 pm
Sunday May 17
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Jennerstown Speedway →
Jennerstown Speedway Complex LLC, 206 Somerset St, Jennerstown
9:00 am
Monday May 18
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Board Meeting
Richland El Sch
Johnstown, PA 15904
6:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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The Nutrition Group posted a job opening for Lead Custodian - School Division FMS in Windber. Apply here.
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PepsiCo posted a job opening for Machine Operator Production - PepsiCo in Johnstown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hooversville here.
🗞 Nearby News
Johnstown
- YMCA discusses summer youth programs amid string of violence in Johnstown (wjactv.com)
- New bill addresses trend of Philadelphia citizens claiming residency in Johnstown (wtaj.com)
- Former Cambria County inmate sentenced to two years as part of racketeering case (wtaj.com)
Somerset
Ok Hooversville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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