Featured November 2023 Small Business Owner
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Alex Beitzel graduated from Susquenita High School in 2008 and has been invested in growing his business as well as career since then! Alex Beitzel founded A2B Sound in 2009 and began providing audio services for all applications. In 2020, the business was rebranded to A2B Media and was expanded to offer solutions for audio, video, lighting, broadcast and control systems. With this move, the company became a full service “one stop shop” for all things in the A/V world. In the time this business has been around, A2B has had the opportunity to serve a variety of clientele in a variety of capacities. At the current time, the majority of clientele is the house of worship/church community as A2B Media has an extensive knowledge of some of the niche items involved with the house of worship setting. Also at the moment, A2B Media provides full audio, video and lighting production for live events as well as permanent installations in venues and churches. The business has grown steadily over the years and in the past two years has started to see even higher growth with reach and job size capacity. A2B Media is active on most social media platforms showcasing all of the projects they are involved with. You can contact Alex or A2B Media on the website www.a2bpro.media or by emailing [email protected]
Alex Beitzel is married, but no kids at the moment except for a pair of cats. While attending Susquenita High School, he was very active in the musical department as well as the A/V club which have both parlayed into his full time career, as both of these items are common practice from day to day. Alex also serves at Christian Life Assembly in their technical director role, where he oversees all things involving audio, video and lighting while also being the primary audio technician for all services and productions. When not working either for the company or the church, he can typically be found on his MacBook, recording an episode of his racing podcast, at a NASCAR race or at the golf course.
Alex Beitzel is married, but no kids at the moment except for a pair of cats. While attending Susquenita High School, he was very active in the musical department as well as the A/V club which have both parlayed into his full time career, as both of these items are common practice from day to day. Alex also serves at Christian Life Assembly in their technical director role, where he oversees all things involving audio, video and lighting while also being the primary audio technician for all services and productions. When not working either for the company or the church, he can typically be found on his MacBook, recording an episode of his racing podcast, at a NASCAR race or at the golf course.
October 2023
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Alex Evinger, a graduate of Susquenita High School in 2014, embarked on a career journey following his graduation. Initially, he honed his skills as a diesel mechanic during a commendable three-year tenure at Hoover Brothers.
In 2017, Alex transitioned into the realm of HVAC technology, where he discovered a passion for diagnosing and addressing heating and cooling system issues through service work. With an impressive seven-year tenure in the field, he has recently taken a significant step by establishing his own enterprise, known as Evinger’s HVAC, in the year 2023. His business specializes in providing top-notch HVAC servicing within the Harrisburg, PA region.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Alex is happily married to Lindsay Evinger (Nye), a fellow graduate of Susquenita High School from the class of 2015. Together, they reside in Enola, PA, sharing their home with their two canine companions. Their shared leisure pursuit involves cultivating their newfound passion for golf. Additionally, Alex indulges his enthusiasm for automobiles by dedicating time to working on personal project cars and indulges in PC gaming.
For those seeking HVAC services, Alex Evinger is readily available to accommodate your needs. We encourage you to follow his
Facebook page for updates and information.
Facebook Page: Evinger's HVAC Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/evingershvac?mibextid=LQQJ4d)
Contact Inform
ation:
Phone: 717-512-8280
Email:
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
In 2017, Alex transitioned into the realm of HVAC technology, where he discovered a passion for diagnosing and addressing heating and cooling system issues through service work. With an impressive seven-year tenure in the field, he has recently taken a significant step by establishing his own enterprise, known as Evinger’s HVAC, in the year 2023. His business specializes in providing top-notch HVAC servicing within the Harrisburg, PA region.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Alex is happily married to Lindsay Evinger (Nye), a fellow graduate of Susquenita High School from the class of 2015. Together, they reside in Enola, PA, sharing their home with their two canine companions. Their shared leisure pursuit involves cultivating their newfound passion for golf. Additionally, Alex indulges his enthusiasm for automobiles by dedicating time to working on personal project cars and indulges in PC gaming.
For those seeking HVAC services, Alex Evinger is readily available to accommodate your needs. We encourage you to follow his
Facebook page for updates and information.
Facebook Page: Evinger's HVAC Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/evingershvac?mibextid=LQQJ4d)
Contact Inform
ation:
Phone: 717-512-8280
Email:
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
September 2023
Dena Russ graduated from SHS 2003. Currently she lives in Enola with her two children, a son 13 and a daughter 9. She has been active in Special Olympics as both a student and an adult, winning gold and silver medals at the national level for basketball and volleyball. She has her own lawn mowing business and will be expanding her services in lawn care next year.
If interested you can contact her at 717-585-
9162. She also works as a Resident Assistant at
Bethany Village and a paraprofessional at the East
Pennsboro school district.
If interested you can contact her at 717-585-
9162. She also works as a Resident Assistant at
Bethany Village and a paraprofessional at the East
Pennsboro school district.
August 2023
A 1983 honors graduate of SHS, Shelly Matter enjoys giving back to her alma mater and all other Perry County schools through volunteering. Since becoming a volunteer for Junior Achievement over twenty years ago
Shelly Matter has been committed to giving back to the communities where she has lived and worked for well over twenty years. Being a servant leader is not something that she does, it’s part of who she is. From being a Den Mother helping scouts earn merit badges in gardening, basketweaving and other hands-on activities to serving on advisory councils, boards, and committees she believes whole heartedly that helping others, being a positive role model and mentor, is a way of life. Over the last thirty years she has also served as a Sunday school teacher and session member in her faith community.
Being an advocate for the financial literacy and STEM programs that Junior Achievement offers, Shelly has served on the JA Board in Central FL from 2005-2009. In her role she was instrumental in bringing JA programming into schools in Pasco County FL for the first time. After returning to work in central PA in 2010, Shelly served on the Harrisburg Regional Council for JA South Central PA for many years. During this time she was a member of the steering committee for the JA Girls Symposium where 150+ 10th and 11th grade girls from schools throughout the region spent the day learning about self-confidence, leadership, career pathways, and more.
Being a mentor through the Harrisburg Regional Chamber’s Business Women’s group was an outreach that Shelly embraced and felt blessed to be part of for several years. Through that same organization she was invited to participate in the beta group for launching Lean In Circle, a women’s group born of Sheryl Sandberg’s best-selling book, Lean In.
Serving as a coach for Girls on the Run, Shelly enjoyed have the opportunity to celebrate, encourage and reward elementary school girls as they learned about confidence building, positive self-esteem, the benefits of getting regular exercise, all while building healthy friendships with their peers. Volunteering at GOTR’s spring and fall 5K’s and cheering the girls on as they achieve their goal of crossing the finish line is priceless.
With a long career in the commercial/industrial HVAC industry Shelly has had the honor of serving on the board of I.F.M.A., International Facility Managers Association, for many years in various roles. Through this organization she was able to participate in Habitat for Humanity, Dress for Success, and various other non-profit programs and events over the years. She was named I.F.M.A. advocate of the year in
2012.
As a member of the Ronald McDonald House Diamond’s & Denim committee since the event’s inception, Shelly is one of the longest standing members of the committee to date. This event raises funds to support the operation of Ronald McDonald House Hershey, and the vital outreach that they
provide to families of very ill children.
As a Circle of Red Member with the American Heart Association for six years, Shelly personally donated over $12,000 through her monetary commitment as a COR member. She served on the Heart Ball committee for many years and championed the Heart Walk Team at her company.
A very strong advocate of workforce development, Shelly has served on the Partnership for Career Development Board for the last four years. Continuously volunteering at middle and high schools, as
well as area career and technical centers, she is committed to making a positive impact on assuring that our regions students have every opportunity to benefit from mock interviews, job shadows, career fairs,
internships, etc.
Shelly serves on the newly formed workforce development board for Diakon Lutheran Services, where she and other area business people supported the organizations staff in providing career pathways and education to students who were enrolled in their programs.
For three consecutive years Shelly has served on the UPMC Auxiliary board and chairs the Christmas stocking committee. This committee makes over 300 hand made stockings annually that are donated to
the UPMC nurseries during the week of Christmas so that the newborns can have their photos take in the Christmas stockings.
Born and raised in Perry County, Shelly is proud to be a small business owner who operates a creative workshop studio where people can gather to spend time in community with others while creating
beautiful hand-made items. This business allows participants to enjoy hand-on creative activities. The next step along this journey is the acquisition of a well-established fiber arts business in the county which will allow both businesses to expand and thrive.
Shelly serves on the board of the Perry County Chamber and is a member of the Programs Committee. She also serves on the board of the Newport Revitalization and Preservation Society and is chair of the merchants’ committee.
Named as one of CPBJ’s 2020 Woman of Influence she was honored to be named alongside so many area business women who she has the utmost respect and admiration for. In 2023 Shelly was very honored to be named as one of the YWCA’s Women of Excellence.
As a mother of 5 awesome children and Mimi to 7 incredible grands, Shelly’s priority is spending as much time with family as she can. She lives on a farm in perry county with her husband Fred, and enjoys gardening, being outdoors, going for walks, scrapbooking, antiquing, sewing, quilting, knitting, and basically doing anything craft related. Her personal mission statement is this. That every person whose path she is blessed to cross, knows that are valued, that they matter and that they are loved for who
they are.
Shelly Matter has been committed to giving back to the communities where she has lived and worked for well over twenty years. Being a servant leader is not something that she does, it’s part of who she is. From being a Den Mother helping scouts earn merit badges in gardening, basketweaving and other hands-on activities to serving on advisory councils, boards, and committees she believes whole heartedly that helping others, being a positive role model and mentor, is a way of life. Over the last thirty years she has also served as a Sunday school teacher and session member in her faith community.
Being an advocate for the financial literacy and STEM programs that Junior Achievement offers, Shelly has served on the JA Board in Central FL from 2005-2009. In her role she was instrumental in bringing JA programming into schools in Pasco County FL for the first time. After returning to work in central PA in 2010, Shelly served on the Harrisburg Regional Council for JA South Central PA for many years. During this time she was a member of the steering committee for the JA Girls Symposium where 150+ 10th and 11th grade girls from schools throughout the region spent the day learning about self-confidence, leadership, career pathways, and more.
Being a mentor through the Harrisburg Regional Chamber’s Business Women’s group was an outreach that Shelly embraced and felt blessed to be part of for several years. Through that same organization she was invited to participate in the beta group for launching Lean In Circle, a women’s group born of Sheryl Sandberg’s best-selling book, Lean In.
Serving as a coach for Girls on the Run, Shelly enjoyed have the opportunity to celebrate, encourage and reward elementary school girls as they learned about confidence building, positive self-esteem, the benefits of getting regular exercise, all while building healthy friendships with their peers. Volunteering at GOTR’s spring and fall 5K’s and cheering the girls on as they achieve their goal of crossing the finish line is priceless.
With a long career in the commercial/industrial HVAC industry Shelly has had the honor of serving on the board of I.F.M.A., International Facility Managers Association, for many years in various roles. Through this organization she was able to participate in Habitat for Humanity, Dress for Success, and various other non-profit programs and events over the years. She was named I.F.M.A. advocate of the year in
2012.
As a member of the Ronald McDonald House Diamond’s & Denim committee since the event’s inception, Shelly is one of the longest standing members of the committee to date. This event raises funds to support the operation of Ronald McDonald House Hershey, and the vital outreach that they
provide to families of very ill children.
As a Circle of Red Member with the American Heart Association for six years, Shelly personally donated over $12,000 through her monetary commitment as a COR member. She served on the Heart Ball committee for many years and championed the Heart Walk Team at her company.
A very strong advocate of workforce development, Shelly has served on the Partnership for Career Development Board for the last four years. Continuously volunteering at middle and high schools, as
well as area career and technical centers, she is committed to making a positive impact on assuring that our regions students have every opportunity to benefit from mock interviews, job shadows, career fairs,
internships, etc.
Shelly serves on the newly formed workforce development board for Diakon Lutheran Services, where she and other area business people supported the organizations staff in providing career pathways and education to students who were enrolled in their programs.
For three consecutive years Shelly has served on the UPMC Auxiliary board and chairs the Christmas stocking committee. This committee makes over 300 hand made stockings annually that are donated to
the UPMC nurseries during the week of Christmas so that the newborns can have their photos take in the Christmas stockings.
Born and raised in Perry County, Shelly is proud to be a small business owner who operates a creative workshop studio where people can gather to spend time in community with others while creating
beautiful hand-made items. This business allows participants to enjoy hand-on creative activities. The next step along this journey is the acquisition of a well-established fiber arts business in the county which will allow both businesses to expand and thrive.
Shelly serves on the board of the Perry County Chamber and is a member of the Programs Committee. She also serves on the board of the Newport Revitalization and Preservation Society and is chair of the merchants’ committee.
Named as one of CPBJ’s 2020 Woman of Influence she was honored to be named alongside so many area business women who she has the utmost respect and admiration for. In 2023 Shelly was very honored to be named as one of the YWCA’s Women of Excellence.
As a mother of 5 awesome children and Mimi to 7 incredible grands, Shelly’s priority is spending as much time with family as she can. She lives on a farm in perry county with her husband Fred, and enjoys gardening, being outdoors, going for walks, scrapbooking, antiquing, sewing, quilting, knitting, and basically doing anything craft related. Her personal mission statement is this. That every person whose path she is blessed to cross, knows that are valued, that they matter and that they are loved for who
they are.
July 2023
Candace Taschek Graduated in 1997 from Susquenita High School. During her time at Susquenita she was a member of the Color Guard and Rifle line. Candace also participated in Cross Country during the fall, and in the spring she was a hurdler for the Track and Field team. She was also a member of Art Club.
After graduation Candace pursued a career in Restaurant Management. She was able to earn her degree in Hamburgerology. During her time working in restaurant she met her business and life partner Andrew Youtz.
Andrew Youtz is a 1998 graduate of Middletown High School. After graduation Andrew worked as a Locksmith and earned the title Certified Master Safe Cracker.
Candace and Andrew have a son, Ganon, and two daughters, Kaeli and Kenzie. All three of their children are very active in sports and music. They also share their home with two German Shepherds, Bane and Vader.
After years enjoying the hobby of Bonsai, Andy started Superfly Bonsai to supplement his income. It all started with a single bonsai soil mix known as Pro Mix. This soil quickly gained popularity and more mixes were added to meet the needs of different trees, climates and personal preference. Within the first year of business Superfly had 8 soil mixes with many size options and another 40 bonsai related products for sale.
After 24 years in restaurant, Candace decided it was time to quit her job and start down a new path. Along side Andrew and with the help from her son Ganon the team was able to grow their little business from their garage. Their dream was becoming a reality.
In February of 2018, Superfly Bonsai merged with Meco Bonsai, a well known powerhouse in the bonsai supply business.
With the products Superfly produced and the new Meco Bonsai products Superfly now offers over 350 bonsai related products to both the wholesale and retail market.
In June 2018 we moved all operations to a large warehouse in Harrisburg, PA.
This allows us to maintain a showroom and a small nursery at this location.
In June 2021 we acquired a second location in Florida allowing us to grow and develop bonsai and pre- bonsai trees. We are currently not open to the public at this location, but hope to do so in the future.
Superfly Bonsai will continue to offer the best bonsai products and amazing selection at shows around the country and through their online store. With a commitment to excellent customer service while maintaining a presence in the bonsai community, Superfly Bonsai hopes to help develop and improve bonsai in America.
While Candace isn’t learning about the art of bonsai, she enjoys painting and drawing.
Her love for running continues and Candace finds herself competing in local 5k’s and triathlons She enjoys spending time with her family.
If you are interested in learning more About the art of Bonsai you can find Superfly Bonsai here:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/superflybonsai/
Web page : https://www.superflybonsai.com/
Location: 1670 South Cameron St. ;Harrisburg Pa
After graduation Candace pursued a career in Restaurant Management. She was able to earn her degree in Hamburgerology. During her time working in restaurant she met her business and life partner Andrew Youtz.
Andrew Youtz is a 1998 graduate of Middletown High School. After graduation Andrew worked as a Locksmith and earned the title Certified Master Safe Cracker.
Candace and Andrew have a son, Ganon, and two daughters, Kaeli and Kenzie. All three of their children are very active in sports and music. They also share their home with two German Shepherds, Bane and Vader.
After years enjoying the hobby of Bonsai, Andy started Superfly Bonsai to supplement his income. It all started with a single bonsai soil mix known as Pro Mix. This soil quickly gained popularity and more mixes were added to meet the needs of different trees, climates and personal preference. Within the first year of business Superfly had 8 soil mixes with many size options and another 40 bonsai related products for sale.
After 24 years in restaurant, Candace decided it was time to quit her job and start down a new path. Along side Andrew and with the help from her son Ganon the team was able to grow their little business from their garage. Their dream was becoming a reality.
In February of 2018, Superfly Bonsai merged with Meco Bonsai, a well known powerhouse in the bonsai supply business.
With the products Superfly produced and the new Meco Bonsai products Superfly now offers over 350 bonsai related products to both the wholesale and retail market.
In June 2018 we moved all operations to a large warehouse in Harrisburg, PA.
This allows us to maintain a showroom and a small nursery at this location.
In June 2021 we acquired a second location in Florida allowing us to grow and develop bonsai and pre- bonsai trees. We are currently not open to the public at this location, but hope to do so in the future.
Superfly Bonsai will continue to offer the best bonsai products and amazing selection at shows around the country and through their online store. With a commitment to excellent customer service while maintaining a presence in the bonsai community, Superfly Bonsai hopes to help develop and improve bonsai in America.
While Candace isn’t learning about the art of bonsai, she enjoys painting and drawing.
Her love for running continues and Candace finds herself competing in local 5k’s and triathlons She enjoys spending time with her family.
If you are interested in learning more About the art of Bonsai you can find Superfly Bonsai here:
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/superflybonsai/
Web page : https://www.superflybonsai.com/
Location: 1670 South Cameron St. ;Harrisburg Pa
June 2023
Amy (Eichelberger) Magill graduated from Susquenita High School in 2001. She attended Shippensburg University and graduated in 2005 with a degree in secondary education in mathematics. She began teaching at Boiling Springs High School in January of 2006 and in 2009, she earned her master’s degree from Shippensburg University in curriculum and instruction.
That same year, Amy was set up on a blind date with Tec Magill by a good college friend and they married in December of 2012. Amy continued teaching until she gave birth to her son, Deacon, in October 2013. She always wanted to be at home with her children so she decided to take a year off from teaching before resigning from her position. She continued to be a substitute teacher until she gave birth to her daughter, Kennedy, in April of 2015. At this point, Amy decided to be a full-time mom.
In 2018, Amy decided to pursue her love of fitness. She received her first of several fitness certifications and began teaching fitness at the West Shore YMCA. She continued to pick up more fitness classes and currently teaches at Central Penn Health in Lemoyne as well as several branches of the YMCA. In 2020, Tec and Amy were approached by a friend and colleague in the dental world (Tec’s profession) about buying an ice cream shop. This friend had previously owned an ice cream shop and was looking for a fun job to do during his retirement. Tec and Amy decided this would be a good partnership and purchased Good Life Ice Cream & Treats in Lancaster in August of 2020. Although they planned to take more of a back seat role in running the business until their children got older, their business partner became ill and they lost him to cancer in January of 2021. The first year was challenging between learning how to make ice cream and run a business while raising a family and mourning a close friend.
They overcame these obstacles and now have owned Good Life Ice Cream & Treats for almost three years. Deacon is finishing 3rd grade at Susquenita Elementary and Kennedy is completing 2nd grade. Tec and Amy just celebrated their 10 year wedding anniversary by renewing their vows. Tec works full-time for Benco Dental and helps Amy cater with the Good Life ice cream truck. Amy spends a few days a week in Lancaster making ice cream (everything is homemade!) and delivering to local restaurants in the Lancaster area. Their custom ice cream cakes have even made it into the Dutch Way Farmer’s Market in Ephrata. Amy has about 15 employees that help run her shop in Lancaster and she manages a lot remotely so she can spend time with her family, the most important part of her life.
If you are ever in the Lancaster area, visit Good Life Ice Cream & Treats, located at 2088 Fruitville Pike. In addition to having a cold stone in the shop, allowing for endless possibilities of ice cream combinations, they also have ice cream cakes, ice cream cupcakes, ice cream pies, and other frozen treats. You can check them out online at www.goodlifelancaster.com and find them on Facebook and Instagram. Locally, their ice cream cookie sandwiches and choco tacos are in the Marysville softball concession stand. Want to try one of their ice cream cakes but don’t want to drive to Lancaster? No problem! Amy delivers cakes locally as well. Need an event catered by the Good Life ice cream truck? You can fill out the form on their website or email Amy at [email protected]. They’ve also made many local appearances with the ice cream truck at the Susquenita Elementary PTO fairs, SASY soccer fields, Marysville baseball fields, Susquenita High School girls’ soccer games, and many other locations nearby. The truck allows them to bring the Good Life to you! Amy loves all of the new people she gets to meet and interact with and is looking forward to what the future has in store for her.
That same year, Amy was set up on a blind date with Tec Magill by a good college friend and they married in December of 2012. Amy continued teaching until she gave birth to her son, Deacon, in October 2013. She always wanted to be at home with her children so she decided to take a year off from teaching before resigning from her position. She continued to be a substitute teacher until she gave birth to her daughter, Kennedy, in April of 2015. At this point, Amy decided to be a full-time mom.
In 2018, Amy decided to pursue her love of fitness. She received her first of several fitness certifications and began teaching fitness at the West Shore YMCA. She continued to pick up more fitness classes and currently teaches at Central Penn Health in Lemoyne as well as several branches of the YMCA. In 2020, Tec and Amy were approached by a friend and colleague in the dental world (Tec’s profession) about buying an ice cream shop. This friend had previously owned an ice cream shop and was looking for a fun job to do during his retirement. Tec and Amy decided this would be a good partnership and purchased Good Life Ice Cream & Treats in Lancaster in August of 2020. Although they planned to take more of a back seat role in running the business until their children got older, their business partner became ill and they lost him to cancer in January of 2021. The first year was challenging between learning how to make ice cream and run a business while raising a family and mourning a close friend.
They overcame these obstacles and now have owned Good Life Ice Cream & Treats for almost three years. Deacon is finishing 3rd grade at Susquenita Elementary and Kennedy is completing 2nd grade. Tec and Amy just celebrated their 10 year wedding anniversary by renewing their vows. Tec works full-time for Benco Dental and helps Amy cater with the Good Life ice cream truck. Amy spends a few days a week in Lancaster making ice cream (everything is homemade!) and delivering to local restaurants in the Lancaster area. Their custom ice cream cakes have even made it into the Dutch Way Farmer’s Market in Ephrata. Amy has about 15 employees that help run her shop in Lancaster and she manages a lot remotely so she can spend time with her family, the most important part of her life.
If you are ever in the Lancaster area, visit Good Life Ice Cream & Treats, located at 2088 Fruitville Pike. In addition to having a cold stone in the shop, allowing for endless possibilities of ice cream combinations, they also have ice cream cakes, ice cream cupcakes, ice cream pies, and other frozen treats. You can check them out online at www.goodlifelancaster.com and find them on Facebook and Instagram. Locally, their ice cream cookie sandwiches and choco tacos are in the Marysville softball concession stand. Want to try one of their ice cream cakes but don’t want to drive to Lancaster? No problem! Amy delivers cakes locally as well. Need an event catered by the Good Life ice cream truck? You can fill out the form on their website or email Amy at [email protected]. They’ve also made many local appearances with the ice cream truck at the Susquenita Elementary PTO fairs, SASY soccer fields, Marysville baseball fields, Susquenita High School girls’ soccer games, and many other locations nearby. The truck allows them to bring the Good Life to you! Amy loves all of the new people she gets to meet and interact with and is looking forward to what the future has in store for her.
May 2023
Allison Ptaszek (Robenolt), is a Susquenita alumni, a graduate of the class of 2013, and the founder of Handmade and Hustle. During her time at Susquenita she was active in many clubs, extra curricular activities, and she played field hockey. After graduating high school, Allison completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Penn State University. During college she met her now husband and followed him as he enlisted in the United States Navy.
While supporting her husband, she worked in childcare and as a behavioral teaching assistant in Virginia Beach. In the past 10 years, she has had the opportunity to live in Hawaii, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Due to her husband’s military obligations, she has moved every few years and has been faced with finding a new job with each move. Adding two children to her life and wanting to watch her children grow, Allison created Handmade and Hustle.
Handmade and Hustle is Allison’s creative outlet as a mother. She offers embroidery and more handmade crafts. You can shop her designs from her facebook page Handmade and Hustle LLC or from her Instagram a.Handmadeandhustle. Her
business is growing, and she is learning. Allison is enjoying the chance to be creative in a way that supports her family, and she greatly appreciates you for your support.
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089046606100
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=8gtjdv1nj2ew&utm_content=h7rh2
While supporting her husband, she worked in childcare and as a behavioral teaching assistant in Virginia Beach. In the past 10 years, she has had the opportunity to live in Hawaii, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Due to her husband’s military obligations, she has moved every few years and has been faced with finding a new job with each move. Adding two children to her life and wanting to watch her children grow, Allison created Handmade and Hustle.
Handmade and Hustle is Allison’s creative outlet as a mother. She offers embroidery and more handmade crafts. You can shop her designs from her facebook page Handmade and Hustle LLC or from her Instagram a.Handmadeandhustle. Her
business is growing, and she is learning. Allison is enjoying the chance to be creative in a way that supports her family, and she greatly appreciates you for your support.
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089046606100
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=8gtjdv1nj2ew&utm_content=h7rh2
April 2023
Megan is a 2016 graduate of Susquenita. In high school, she was involved in dance at The Studio, Art Club, hair and makeup crew for plays and musicals, and participated in the musical her senior year. She received a Spanish achievement award in high school and later went on to receive a Spanish scholarship in college.
She attended HACC for an associates degree in Biology. She has been working in the natural medicine industry for over 2 years, and recently started working for Organic Remedies as an Extraction Technician in their laboratory. She officially started her business, Vibrant Flow Creations LLC, in November 2021. She sells paintings, prints, merchandise such as bags and mugs, and does custom orders and graphic design. She is learning how to tattoo, so expect to see her in a shop near you soon! When not working or creating, she enjoys exploring in nature with her boyfriend, traveling, or spending time with her cats, Ambrose and Lydia.
Vibrant Flow Creations LLC can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Megan's Etsy shop is etsy.com/shop/vibrantflowcreations , or you can find her vending at a local flea market, event, or festival. She has vended (so far) at HBGflea, Threestival, Sip @ SoMa, arts festivals, and had an exhibit at Cafe 1500 in Harrisburg. Keep an eye out for upcoming events!
She attended HACC for an associates degree in Biology. She has been working in the natural medicine industry for over 2 years, and recently started working for Organic Remedies as an Extraction Technician in their laboratory. She officially started her business, Vibrant Flow Creations LLC, in November 2021. She sells paintings, prints, merchandise such as bags and mugs, and does custom orders and graphic design. She is learning how to tattoo, so expect to see her in a shop near you soon! When not working or creating, she enjoys exploring in nature with her boyfriend, traveling, or spending time with her cats, Ambrose and Lydia.
Vibrant Flow Creations LLC can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Megan's Etsy shop is etsy.com/shop/vibrantflowcreations , or you can find her vending at a local flea market, event, or festival. She has vended (so far) at HBGflea, Threestival, Sip @ SoMa, arts festivals, and had an exhibit at Cafe 1500 in Harrisburg. Keep an eye out for upcoming events!
March 2023
Jessica Hutchison Wekker & Chelsea Shields graduated in 2013 from Susquenita High School. She played soccer all throughout high school. After graduating she became a waitress at Hoss’s steak & sea in Enola and served for 8 years. Jessica got married August of 2021 to her husband Greg. Some of her favorite hobbies are photography, baking and crafting. Beginning of 2023 Chelsea Shields & Jessica started a crafting business called Dawn’s Daydreams named after their middle names . These girls have been best friends since 6th grade. They have wanted to start a crafting business together for a couple years now and their dream of starting their small business has finally come true. You can follow them on Facebook at Dawn’s Daydreams to get custom orders and see what craft fairs they will be at this year. Check them out at the Cove Barn on 11/15 in Duncannon.
February 2023
Andrew R Lehman is a 2015 graduate of Susquenita High School and Cumberland Valley VO-Tech (Cumberland Perry Career and Tech Center). His focus while in school was becoming a mechanic and owning his own business. Two weeks after graduation he did just that. Lehman's Towing, a family owned and operated business was opened and fully operational. Andrew is a go-getter who pushes himself and his employees to want to be better. He recently purchased P&R Auto Repair located in Marysville where you can go for all of your mechanical needs. Andrew will go above and beyond to ensure that you are back on the road safely. When Andrew is not working he enjoys spending time with his family, working on his buddies race car as well as attending the races Saturday nights with his friends. Both of his successful businesses are located at 1000 Flowers Lane Marysville PA
17053. You can reach us by phone or email 717.957.2277 (lehmans) 717.957.2221 (P&R), our email is [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) and [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) Here at Lehman's and P&R Auto Repair we put the customers first. We look forward to helping you with all of your towing and mechanical needs.
17053. You can reach us by phone or email 717.957.2277 (lehmans) 717.957.2221 (P&R), our email is [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) and [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) Here at Lehman's and P&R Auto Repair we put the customers first. We look forward to helping you with all of your towing and mechanical needs.
January 2023
Ryan A. Rohrer is the current owner of Maguire’s Ford, Inc. located at 82 S. Main Street in Duncannon, PA. Ryan is a 4th generation owner of the Maguire’s Ford dealership, which is one of the premier dealerships in all of Perry County. The original Maguire’s Ford dealership was established more than 85 years ago, founded by Ryan’s great grandfather. Over the years, the Maguire’s family of dealerships have built their stellar reputation by offering superior customer sales and service that is second to none!
Ryan Rohrer graduated from Susquenita High School and the Pennsylvania State University with honors in 1992 and 1996, respectively. At Penn State, Ryan graduated from the Smeal College of Business where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. His business degree has proven to be a valuable asset as he has used it to build a loyal customer base that stretches from Perry County throughout all of Harrisburg and beyond.
Within the past several years, Ryan’s business success has afforded him the opportunity to build a brand new “state of the art” dealership facility to ensure Maguire’s Ford customers get the sales and service automotive experience they so richly deserve.
Ryan has two children who have also established permanent roots in the Duncannon area. His daughter Callie was a graduate of Susquenita High School as well, and earned the distinction of being her class Valedictorian. His son Bryant was also a student of academic distinction earning Salutatorian Honors at Susquenita High School, and was well-known for his music and theatrical performances.
Ryan and his family have always been dedicated to philanthropy, and support many different charitable organizations. Ryan Rohrer’s success in business has surely enabled him to have the desire to “give back” to the community that has so richly supported the Maguire’s Ford organization for so many years.
The address for Maguire’s Ford, Inc. is:
82 S. Main Street Duncannon, PA 17020
WWW.MAGUIRESFORD.COM
Ryan Rohrer graduated from Susquenita High School and the Pennsylvania State University with honors in 1992 and 1996, respectively. At Penn State, Ryan graduated from the Smeal College of Business where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. His business degree has proven to be a valuable asset as he has used it to build a loyal customer base that stretches from Perry County throughout all of Harrisburg and beyond.
Within the past several years, Ryan’s business success has afforded him the opportunity to build a brand new “state of the art” dealership facility to ensure Maguire’s Ford customers get the sales and service automotive experience they so richly deserve.
Ryan has two children who have also established permanent roots in the Duncannon area. His daughter Callie was a graduate of Susquenita High School as well, and earned the distinction of being her class Valedictorian. His son Bryant was also a student of academic distinction earning Salutatorian Honors at Susquenita High School, and was well-known for his music and theatrical performances.
Ryan and his family have always been dedicated to philanthropy, and support many different charitable organizations. Ryan Rohrer’s success in business has surely enabled him to have the desire to “give back” to the community that has so richly supported the Maguire’s Ford organization for so many years.
The address for Maguire’s Ford, Inc. is:
82 S. Main Street Duncannon, PA 17020
WWW.MAGUIRESFORD.COM
December 2022
Donald N. Failor is the face of the “new” Doyle Hotel working as the bar and restaurant manager, where he collaborates with his father who owns the building and brother who is the executive chef. While his family has roots in the Harrisburg area, Donald relocated to Duncannon from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, where he has maintained a second home and worked previously in the hospitality sector. Weather permitting, he’s easily recognizable around town wearing island shirts and flip flops seven days a week, and is perhaps Perry County’s only Jacksonville Jaguars fan! He has thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the residents of his adopted hometown, and deeply appreciates the support the Duncannon community has shown to the Doyle Hotel! The legendary
historic hotel has been completely renovated, features a fresh lunch and dinner menu, and offers live entertainment several nights a week and NFL Sunday Ticket games in the second floor sports bar. There is also a grand ballroom where special events are catered. The hotel is located at 7 N. Market St. in Duncannon and kitchen hours are Tuesday-Saturday open 11 AM-2 PM and 4 PM-9 PM and Sunday 12 PM-8 PM. Closed Monday. Check https://www.facebook.com/doylehotel for upcoming events!
historic hotel has been completely renovated, features a fresh lunch and dinner menu, and offers live entertainment several nights a week and NFL Sunday Ticket games in the second floor sports bar. There is also a grand ballroom where special events are catered. The hotel is located at 7 N. Market St. in Duncannon and kitchen hours are Tuesday-Saturday open 11 AM-2 PM and 4 PM-9 PM and Sunday 12 PM-8 PM. Closed Monday. Check https://www.facebook.com/doylehotel for upcoming events!
October 2022
Angela and Mike Hoover are the newest owners of The Cove Barn. They purchased the building at the end of March 2022. Along with their 2 children, Daniel and Alexander,
they have slowly been bringing the barn back to life! They have done quite a bit of
improvements over the past few months to allow new vendors the opportunity to
showcase their items.
The couple and their children reside on the other side of the river in Upper Dauphin County, Mike originally from the Herndon area and Angela from Upper Bucks County and have 2 other stores in the area as well. One is Shops On Market in Elizabethville and the other is Shops On Market in Lykens. They also own Sweet Treats in Elizabethville and Millersburg and plan to bring their homemade ice cream to The Cove Barn in spring of 2023!
October 1st they will be hosting a family
friendly Harvest Festival and Chili Cook off. All proceeds will be donated back to the
Blackhawk Foundation. The family is dedicated to making sure all children get what they need while in school. They are having other events at their other 2 stores to help the Trojan Foundation which benefits Upper Dauphin School District.
The address for The Cove Barn is
2031 State Road
Duncannon, Pa 17020
717-596-0933
[email protected]
Hours:
Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm
they have slowly been bringing the barn back to life! They have done quite a bit of
improvements over the past few months to allow new vendors the opportunity to
showcase their items.
The couple and their children reside on the other side of the river in Upper Dauphin County, Mike originally from the Herndon area and Angela from Upper Bucks County and have 2 other stores in the area as well. One is Shops On Market in Elizabethville and the other is Shops On Market in Lykens. They also own Sweet Treats in Elizabethville and Millersburg and plan to bring their homemade ice cream to The Cove Barn in spring of 2023!
October 1st they will be hosting a family
friendly Harvest Festival and Chili Cook off. All proceeds will be donated back to the
Blackhawk Foundation. The family is dedicated to making sure all children get what they need while in school. They are having other events at their other 2 stores to help the Trojan Foundation which benefits Upper Dauphin School District.
The address for The Cove Barn is
2031 State Road
Duncannon, Pa 17020
717-596-0933
[email protected]
Hours:
Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm
September 2022
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Hey! We're Keren and Sarah, owners of Wilderlove Coffee Co. located right here in Duncannon! Keren, a native of Duncannon, and Sarah, from Camp Hill, quickly grew a heart for Duncannon and all the beauty it has to offer. it was easy to have a vision for Duncannon, especially being located right along the Appalachian Trail and surrounded by mountains. Wilderlove Coffee Co. opened about 6 months ago and we have already met so many amazing people while serving them a great cup of coffee.
We both came together with our love for coffee, love for small business, and a vision for Duncannon. We also love the people of Duncannon and the community! Our coffee Is locally roasted by Sherman's Valley Coffee. Both being creative people and musicians, we love to showcase that here. We have a variety of artists and vendors, and we're always looking for more people wanting to showcase and sell their art.
Every Thursday night is an open mic night. It's open to anyone wanting to share music, poetry, spoken words, or just to listen. It's always a good time.
We desire for our shop to be an oasis for anyone and everyone; an inclusive gathering place. Whether you need a pick me up, a bacon egg and cheese sandwich, a place to get away, an event space, or free WiFi, we're here for it. Come visit us, we're happy to be here serving you!
11 South Market Street, Duncannon
www.facebook.com/wilderlovecoffeeco/
We both came together with our love for coffee, love for small business, and a vision for Duncannon. We also love the people of Duncannon and the community! Our coffee Is locally roasted by Sherman's Valley Coffee. Both being creative people and musicians, we love to showcase that here. We have a variety of artists and vendors, and we're always looking for more people wanting to showcase and sell their art.
Every Thursday night is an open mic night. It's open to anyone wanting to share music, poetry, spoken words, or just to listen. It's always a good time.
We desire for our shop to be an oasis for anyone and everyone; an inclusive gathering place. Whether you need a pick me up, a bacon egg and cheese sandwich, a place to get away, an event space, or free WiFi, we're here for it. Come visit us, we're happy to be here serving you!
11 South Market Street, Duncannon
www.facebook.com/wilderlovecoffeeco/
August 2022
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Justin Barlup grew up in Maryville, graduating from Susquenita High School in 2004.
During his time at Susquenita, Justin focused on business classes to prepare himself for his future goals as an entrepreneur. He competed in soccer throughout grade school up to the High School varsity soccer team. He was an active member in the Ski Club and the Student Council. Many people remember Justin for his musical abilities as the lead singer and guitarist in his band performing regularly at many high school talent shows, school dances, and outside events.
In high school Justin took his first photography class, a passion he inherited from his grandfather, a professional photographer. He entered and won many photography competitions sparking a desire to pursue photography on a professional level. This led Justin to attend Harrisburg Area Community College, one of the top schools in the nation for photography, earning his associates degree. Simultaneously, he established Justin Time Photography and began photographing weddings, senior portraits, headshots, and music videos.
After HACC he decided to take a year off to reflect on his spiritual life enrolling in an intense discipleship program called Master’s Commission in South Carolina. While attending Master’s Commission, Justin realized his true passion was actually filmmaking and decided to continue furthering his education in Cinematography at Southeastern University.
While attending SEU in Florida, Justin participated in Sunscreen Film Festival where he filmed interviews for many A-list actors. His senior year he was accepted into the film program at The Los Angeles Film Studies Center where he interned with a major camera house, immersed himself in the Hollywood film industry, and began honing his craft as a cinematographer.
After graduating with his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film in 2010, Justin returned home to Marysville expanding his photography business to include videography. With the evolving popularity for artistic wedding films, Justin rebranded as a luxury wedding film company establishing Cinematic Love Stories.
During this time another passion grew for wine making. After acquiring 14 acres of land, he built six sections of various French/American hybrid grape varieties, equating to five acres of vineyards, one of the largest in the Central Pennsylvania region. At its completion Barlup Wine was birthed and continues to grow into a developing business.
In 2020 Justin met the love of his life, Whitney. On their first date they realized they both attended The Los Angeles Film Studies Center four years apart. After one conversation over their shared faith, politics, and mutual film industry experiences, they were assured they were destined to be together. One year later they married.
Together they’ve combined their expertise in growing Cinematic Love Stories and Justin Time Photography by managing multiple teams, training editors, and producing over 50 weddings a year. In addition, they have expanded their brand into the commercial market, producing marketing videos, real estate content, and are currently developing a feature length film and mini-series.
You can view their films at cinematiclovestories.com or on social media @cinematiclovestories
During his time at Susquenita, Justin focused on business classes to prepare himself for his future goals as an entrepreneur. He competed in soccer throughout grade school up to the High School varsity soccer team. He was an active member in the Ski Club and the Student Council. Many people remember Justin for his musical abilities as the lead singer and guitarist in his band performing regularly at many high school talent shows, school dances, and outside events.
In high school Justin took his first photography class, a passion he inherited from his grandfather, a professional photographer. He entered and won many photography competitions sparking a desire to pursue photography on a professional level. This led Justin to attend Harrisburg Area Community College, one of the top schools in the nation for photography, earning his associates degree. Simultaneously, he established Justin Time Photography and began photographing weddings, senior portraits, headshots, and music videos.
After HACC he decided to take a year off to reflect on his spiritual life enrolling in an intense discipleship program called Master’s Commission in South Carolina. While attending Master’s Commission, Justin realized his true passion was actually filmmaking and decided to continue furthering his education in Cinematography at Southeastern University.
While attending SEU in Florida, Justin participated in Sunscreen Film Festival where he filmed interviews for many A-list actors. His senior year he was accepted into the film program at The Los Angeles Film Studies Center where he interned with a major camera house, immersed himself in the Hollywood film industry, and began honing his craft as a cinematographer.
After graduating with his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film in 2010, Justin returned home to Marysville expanding his photography business to include videography. With the evolving popularity for artistic wedding films, Justin rebranded as a luxury wedding film company establishing Cinematic Love Stories.
During this time another passion grew for wine making. After acquiring 14 acres of land, he built six sections of various French/American hybrid grape varieties, equating to five acres of vineyards, one of the largest in the Central Pennsylvania region. At its completion Barlup Wine was birthed and continues to grow into a developing business.
In 2020 Justin met the love of his life, Whitney. On their first date they realized they both attended The Los Angeles Film Studies Center four years apart. After one conversation over their shared faith, politics, and mutual film industry experiences, they were assured they were destined to be together. One year later they married.
Together they’ve combined their expertise in growing Cinematic Love Stories and Justin Time Photography by managing multiple teams, training editors, and producing over 50 weddings a year. In addition, they have expanded their brand into the commercial market, producing marketing videos, real estate content, and are currently developing a feature length film and mini-series.
You can view their films at cinematiclovestories.com or on social media @cinematiclovestories
July 2022
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Jeffrey Evinger Jr. was born on July 18th, 1988 and grew up in the Marysville Valley. He was a country boy who spent his childhood fishing, 4-wheeling, dirt biking and building things. In 4th grade he was given the “Future Inventor” award because he could always build something from whatever he could find in his desk. Many of his father’s tools were lost as they were “donated” to whatever new project was being designed and built by the imagination of a now teenage boy. One of his favorite tools to build with was his fathers welder, as the possibilities were as endless as whatever he could envision.
Jeffrey began working with Kebco Enterprises in 2006, prior to his graduation from Susquenita High School and Cumberland Valley Vocational School, (where he was enrolled in Auto Body) of the same year. It was through Kebco Enterprises and then KBM Industries that Jeffrey’s skill and thirst for creativeness continued to grow as he moved up in the company and began to dream of having his own business someday.
In 2019, the opportunity arose to turn that dream into a reality when Jeffrey’s boss of 12 years decided to close down his business and was gracious enough to allow Jeffrey to purchase a lot of what he would need to begin his own business, along with a customer base that was already familiar with Jeffrey’s skills. This is when “Susquehanna Steel Fabricators” was born and opened for business in Duncannon. His business, designs and builds commercially, a variety of jobs for many different businesses. Approximately 50% of his business is building handrails for hospitals, restaurants, parks, etc., with Hershey Medical Center being at the top of the list with fabricating hand rails, the emergency entrance screen walls, the emergency entrance wheelchair storage and so much more. The other 50% is the “fun” stuff. The out of the ordinary things, such as working at Lake Tobias, where he built the infirmary cages for new, injured, premature or sick animals, redesigned and replaced their arched overhead entrance sign and is now currently building the new Lion exhibit. Other favorites were the reworking of failed mounts for 2-66 ton WWII Penny’s guns that were built in 1916 for the Navy ship USS Pennsylvania, which are on display at the PA Military Museum in Boalsburg, making customized fire pits & signs and building a traveling bar-b-Que smoker.
In December of 2020, Jeffrey became engaged to Amanda Sanbower of Duncannon with plans to marry on April 30th, 2023 and on March 17th of 2022, another dream became reality when they welcomed their first child, Annalee Rose Evinger into their family. Jeffrey’s future plans are to continue to grow his business and his family with his future wife, as well as continuing his other adventure of owning rental properties…… but that’s another story.
Jeffrey began working with Kebco Enterprises in 2006, prior to his graduation from Susquenita High School and Cumberland Valley Vocational School, (where he was enrolled in Auto Body) of the same year. It was through Kebco Enterprises and then KBM Industries that Jeffrey’s skill and thirst for creativeness continued to grow as he moved up in the company and began to dream of having his own business someday.
In 2019, the opportunity arose to turn that dream into a reality when Jeffrey’s boss of 12 years decided to close down his business and was gracious enough to allow Jeffrey to purchase a lot of what he would need to begin his own business, along with a customer base that was already familiar with Jeffrey’s skills. This is when “Susquehanna Steel Fabricators” was born and opened for business in Duncannon. His business, designs and builds commercially, a variety of jobs for many different businesses. Approximately 50% of his business is building handrails for hospitals, restaurants, parks, etc., with Hershey Medical Center being at the top of the list with fabricating hand rails, the emergency entrance screen walls, the emergency entrance wheelchair storage and so much more. The other 50% is the “fun” stuff. The out of the ordinary things, such as working at Lake Tobias, where he built the infirmary cages for new, injured, premature or sick animals, redesigned and replaced their arched overhead entrance sign and is now currently building the new Lion exhibit. Other favorites were the reworking of failed mounts for 2-66 ton WWII Penny’s guns that were built in 1916 for the Navy ship USS Pennsylvania, which are on display at the PA Military Museum in Boalsburg, making customized fire pits & signs and building a traveling bar-b-Que smoker.
In December of 2020, Jeffrey became engaged to Amanda Sanbower of Duncannon with plans to marry on April 30th, 2023 and on March 17th of 2022, another dream became reality when they welcomed their first child, Annalee Rose Evinger into their family. Jeffrey’s future plans are to continue to grow his business and his family with his future wife, as well as continuing his other adventure of owning rental properties…… but that’s another story.
June 2022
Cindy Kitzmiller (Auxt) graduated from Susquenita High School in 1991.
While in school, she attended Cumberland Perry Vocational School for Cosmetology for
3 years.Outside of school she enjoyed playing recreational Softball for Duncannon PA, until she graduated.She also worked part time for Continental Hair Salon in Harrisburg
PA evenings and Saturdays where she was mentored by two amazing women Stylists
that helped to make her the talented and hardworking stylist she is today.
After High School she received her Cosmetology Liscense and continued working for Continental Hair Salon and went full time as their only full time assistant.
While assisting in the Salon she began building up a clientele, which didn’t take her long . In 2001 after having her 3rd child, Cindy decided to add a Salon to her house where she then opened up her own Salon Hair with Flair .She continued working for Continental Salon. Cindy felt it made perfect sense to have her own Salon to do her family and friends from her town. She continued working for Continental Salon until they closed in 2007, from there she went to Shear Art Salon in Harrisburg where she worked until the pandemic happened. The pandemic caused all Salons to close for 13 weeks which
made her decide to just work from her own home Salon after that.
Cindy grew up in Duncannon, PA but moved to Marysville PA in 1993, where she
currently lives with her husband Chuck whom she’s been married to for 28 years.They have 3 successful children daughter Katelyn Hanson, her husband Zachary, daughter Loghan Kitzmiller son Blake Kitzmiller and 1 grandson Robert whom all live locally.
In her spare time she enjoys raising her 15 chickens and her 2 dogs Remy and River.
Her Salon is at 1732 valley Road Marysville.
While in school, she attended Cumberland Perry Vocational School for Cosmetology for
3 years.Outside of school she enjoyed playing recreational Softball for Duncannon PA, until she graduated.She also worked part time for Continental Hair Salon in Harrisburg
PA evenings and Saturdays where she was mentored by two amazing women Stylists
that helped to make her the talented and hardworking stylist she is today.
After High School she received her Cosmetology Liscense and continued working for Continental Hair Salon and went full time as their only full time assistant.
While assisting in the Salon she began building up a clientele, which didn’t take her long . In 2001 after having her 3rd child, Cindy decided to add a Salon to her house where she then opened up her own Salon Hair with Flair .She continued working for Continental Salon. Cindy felt it made perfect sense to have her own Salon to do her family and friends from her town. She continued working for Continental Salon until they closed in 2007, from there she went to Shear Art Salon in Harrisburg where she worked until the pandemic happened. The pandemic caused all Salons to close for 13 weeks which
made her decide to just work from her own home Salon after that.
Cindy grew up in Duncannon, PA but moved to Marysville PA in 1993, where she
currently lives with her husband Chuck whom she’s been married to for 28 years.They have 3 successful children daughter Katelyn Hanson, her husband Zachary, daughter Loghan Kitzmiller son Blake Kitzmiller and 1 grandson Robert whom all live locally.
In her spare time she enjoys raising her 15 chickens and her 2 dogs Remy and River.
Her Salon is at 1732 valley Road Marysville.
May 2022
Emily Fortenbaugh (Matia) graduated from Susquenita High School in 2014. While in school, she enjoyed participating in marching band, concert band, jazz band, the West Side Singers, spring musicals, track, and cross country. Outside of school she enjoyed playing the piano and taking photos of anything and everything, first with a tiny digital camera, and then with her mom’s Nikon DSLR.
After high school, Emily attended Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences and graduated with an associate’s degree in nursing in 2016 and earned her RN license. She quickly realized that she had made the wrong career choice, but worked as an RN at Holy Spirit Hospital for a year and a half. She quit after paying off her student loans and decided it was time for a fresh start.
Emily chose to pursue what she was passionate about. By this point she had already photographed a few weddings and various other portrait sessions, but in April of 2018 she officially started Emily Laura Photography and invested in the equipment necessary to create quality photos. She has spent the past few years photographing weddings, couples, seniors, families, and events. Emily especially enjoys capturing candid and unposed moments. She likes to keep her business local, and has had the honor of photographing the weddings of multiple Susquenita alumni.
Since leaving nursing, Emily has also worked as an elementary teacher’s aide and as a private caregiver. She began teaching piano lessons in 2018 and continues to teach today out of her home in Newport. In addition to photography and piano lessons, she can be found working at her family’s homemade ice cream and bake shop, Sweet to the Soul in Newport, which opened in February of 2021.
Emily has taken a step back from photography this year as she and her husband, Colten, prepare to welcome their first child over the summer. She is not currently scheduling any more photo sessions for 2022, but is booking weddings and sessions for 2023.
Learn more about Emily’s work at her website: https://www.emilylauraphotography.com/
You can also follow her social media accounts:
https://www.facebook.com/emilylauraphotos
https://www.instagram.com/emilylaura_photography/
After high school, Emily attended Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences and graduated with an associate’s degree in nursing in 2016 and earned her RN license. She quickly realized that she had made the wrong career choice, but worked as an RN at Holy Spirit Hospital for a year and a half. She quit after paying off her student loans and decided it was time for a fresh start.
Emily chose to pursue what she was passionate about. By this point she had already photographed a few weddings and various other portrait sessions, but in April of 2018 she officially started Emily Laura Photography and invested in the equipment necessary to create quality photos. She has spent the past few years photographing weddings, couples, seniors, families, and events. Emily especially enjoys capturing candid and unposed moments. She likes to keep her business local, and has had the honor of photographing the weddings of multiple Susquenita alumni.
Since leaving nursing, Emily has also worked as an elementary teacher’s aide and as a private caregiver. She began teaching piano lessons in 2018 and continues to teach today out of her home in Newport. In addition to photography and piano lessons, she can be found working at her family’s homemade ice cream and bake shop, Sweet to the Soul in Newport, which opened in February of 2021.
Emily has taken a step back from photography this year as she and her husband, Colten, prepare to welcome their first child over the summer. She is not currently scheduling any more photo sessions for 2022, but is booking weddings and sessions for 2023.
Learn more about Emily’s work at her website: https://www.emilylauraphotography.com/
You can also follow her social media accounts:
https://www.facebook.com/emilylauraphotos
https://www.instagram.com/emilylaura_photography/
April 2022
Born and raised in Duncannon, Allen Peck Jr (AJ) graduated from Susquenita High School in 2013. Sports were a large part of his life while at Susquenita, playing both football and baseball.
While most of his friends went off to college after graduation, he was busy writing a business plan. The idea was flavored fresh cut fries. He had a ton of business ideas but ultimately moved forward with fresh cut fries for one main reason - he had never met anyone who doesn't like fries! He started researching how to make the PERFECT crispy fresh cut fries. Luckily, AJ had plenty of friends and family who were up for the task of taste testing. After many attempts of trial and error he came up with a recipe that people love.
The Potato Coop is a premium food truck and (soon to be) restaurant based in Harrisburg, PA serving high quality American fare. Potato Coop has seen explosive growth since opening in 2013. AJ started off in a food service trailer that he built with his Father and Grandfather. Now, he is cruising around town in a brand new full service food truck while its first restaurant is under construction. AJ currently spends most of his time taking care of the Potato Coop's administrative responsibilities. You can still catch him on the food truck from time to time serving the famous loaded fries and various popular entree options. His goal is to create a duplicatable system that can be franchised to empower other entrepreneurs to create passive income. AJ looks forward to stepping back from daily operations as the business grows and spending more time with his wife Anna.
Nearly 10 years later, he claims that he still hasn't met anyone who doesn't like fries! To follow along the Potato Coop’s journey, check them out on your favorite social media!Visit the website to learn more or book the Potato Coop for your next event!
While most of his friends went off to college after graduation, he was busy writing a business plan. The idea was flavored fresh cut fries. He had a ton of business ideas but ultimately moved forward with fresh cut fries for one main reason - he had never met anyone who doesn't like fries! He started researching how to make the PERFECT crispy fresh cut fries. Luckily, AJ had plenty of friends and family who were up for the task of taste testing. After many attempts of trial and error he came up with a recipe that people love.
The Potato Coop is a premium food truck and (soon to be) restaurant based in Harrisburg, PA serving high quality American fare. Potato Coop has seen explosive growth since opening in 2013. AJ started off in a food service trailer that he built with his Father and Grandfather. Now, he is cruising around town in a brand new full service food truck while its first restaurant is under construction. AJ currently spends most of his time taking care of the Potato Coop's administrative responsibilities. You can still catch him on the food truck from time to time serving the famous loaded fries and various popular entree options. His goal is to create a duplicatable system that can be franchised to empower other entrepreneurs to create passive income. AJ looks forward to stepping back from daily operations as the business grows and spending more time with his wife Anna.
Nearly 10 years later, he claims that he still hasn't met anyone who doesn't like fries! To follow along the Potato Coop’s journey, check them out on your favorite social media!Visit the website to learn more or book the Potato Coop for your next event!
March 2022
Jeremy Eichelberger graduated from Susquenita High School in 1999. He also attended Cumberland Perry Area Vocational Technical School for HVAC. During his high school years he worked on Co-Op for Morrison Geothermal Company.
Jeremy comes from 3 generations of stone masons. His grandfather Herb Eichelberger started laying stone in 1957. People loved it so much that it became a full time job. Jeremy's father Denny, along with his brothers Rick and Herby, worked for their father Herb by 1966 and became self-employed before graduating high school in 1975. All 3 boys attended CPAVTS for masonry. Jeremy started working with his father Denny during the summers when he was 15, while also working at Specialty Bakers in Marysville. After graduation, he started working with his father full time in the stone masonry business. Not only did they lay stone, brick and block, but they remodeled houses, built modular homes and did pretty much anything in the construction field.
In 2001 he married his wife Leanne and in 2006 they welcomed a son, Max, and 2010, a daughter, Sophia. When he isn't working, he enjoys skiing and loves to travel with his family. Jeremy and his wife are both Marysville natives and still reside there today with their 2 children and 2 dogs. In 2021, Jeremy took over the family business when his father retired. Stone masonry is truly an art that he will pass down to his children.
Jeremy comes from 3 generations of stone masons. His grandfather Herb Eichelberger started laying stone in 1957. People loved it so much that it became a full time job. Jeremy's father Denny, along with his brothers Rick and Herby, worked for their father Herb by 1966 and became self-employed before graduating high school in 1975. All 3 boys attended CPAVTS for masonry. Jeremy started working with his father Denny during the summers when he was 15, while also working at Specialty Bakers in Marysville. After graduation, he started working with his father full time in the stone masonry business. Not only did they lay stone, brick and block, but they remodeled houses, built modular homes and did pretty much anything in the construction field.
In 2001 he married his wife Leanne and in 2006 they welcomed a son, Max, and 2010, a daughter, Sophia. When he isn't working, he enjoys skiing and loves to travel with his family. Jeremy and his wife are both Marysville natives and still reside there today with their 2 children and 2 dogs. In 2021, Jeremy took over the family business when his father retired. Stone masonry is truly an art that he will pass down to his children.
February 2022
James Mutch (aka “Jimmy”) graduated from Susquenita High School, as well as Cumberland Perry Vo-Tech with a concentration in Diesel Technologies in 2006. Following graduation, he worked at Becker’s Inc. as lead mechanic while completing his Associates in Applied Science for Automotive Technologies. Five years later, he shifted to Save Rite Automotive, LLC to take the lead mechanic role in a new start-up garage, which allowed him to see the process of creating a new business from the ground-up. Then, in 2017, Jimmy had the chance to purchase a garage to build his own business. With his wife, Alisha Mutch, they formed Pine Hill Automotive LLC and changed the garage to Pine Hill Automotive, located in Hummelstown, PA. Jimmy enjoys the everyday operations of being a mechanic, running the business administrative side, but most importantly, establishing relationships with his customers. His goal is to build his business on trust. He currently employs 1 other mechanic and has goals of expanding the business. Outside of work, he resides in Hummelstown, PA with his wife, 6-year-old daughter, and twin 3-year-old boys. He also has a small hobby farm with vegetable gardens, fruit orchards, chickens, honey bees, dogs, and cats and hope to continue expanding this enterprise as well. He enjoys ice hockey, dirt track racing, and attending church with his family.
The best advice Jimmy can give to anyone looking to start a business is to work hard and put the time and effort in to achieve their goals.
Pine Hill Automotive
717-566-0387
506 Pine Hill rd
Hummelstown, Pa 17036
The best advice Jimmy can give to anyone looking to start a business is to work hard and put the time and effort in to achieve their goals.
Pine Hill Automotive
717-566-0387
506 Pine Hill rd
Hummelstown, Pa 17036
January 2022
Belmont “Huck” and Arlene Leonard turned their adventure into a business in 1982. It began as simply as putting bagged trinkets in different stores and grew from there into buying and selling antiques, holding auctions in Dellville, manufacturing brass beds, buying and selling new items and now 40 years later, they have come full circle and returned to their roots. During their adventures, they had 5 children “The Leonard kids” and as soon as they could, they were helping by going to auctions, digging through boxes, cleaning brass beds, loading and unloading trucks and so much more. As they all graduated from Susquenita, this family business was there for them to continue the adventure.
Debora Leonard Phillips graduated from Susquenita in 1972, where she worked on the school newspaper, was a junior page, twirled on bandfront and was on homecoming court. Debora continued her education in Cosmotology school before marrying Daryl Phillips from Marysville and having a son, Shane Phillips. When her son was 5 years old, Debora joined the family business. Debora is now retired and lives in Marysville with her husband.
Cindy Leonard Fenton joined the family business before her 1973 graduation from Susquenita. While attending high school, Cindy had a lot of fun times being a flag twirler on bandfront. During her many years in the family business, Cindy enjoyed spending time with her father traveling to many auctions, stripping furniture, manufacturing brass beds, buying & selling reproduction furniture and Smalls. Finding her passion as an auctioneer, Cindy received her auctioneers license in 1994. Along with her father, she opened Leonard’s Auction house for 20 years. Becoming an adjunct professor at HACC for the auctioneering program for eleven years. Cindy continues to work with her Auctioneer Colleagues in the business.
Douglas Leonard graduated from Susquenita in 1978 and continued to work in the family business. In 1979, Doug was very involved in the renovation of another adventure, Leonard’s Skate-A-Rama. Doug helped to lay the skating rink floor (which is still under the carpet) and then becoming a floor guard, which led to him meeting and then marrying his future wife, Dee Fritz Leonard from Marysville in 1981. Doug had the wonderful opportunity of traveling with his father and experiencing other amazing adventure such as setting up at Festivals and Fairs. Traveling the country buying and selling antiques. In 1994 Doug also attended Auctioneer school and became an Auctioneer. Doug Leonard is still in the family business.
Laurie Leonard Weaver Whitmyer attended Susquenita where she was involved in field hockey, Basketball and Track. She was also in Leo club and a member of the homecoming court. After Laurie graduated in 1980, she married Jim Weaver from Marysville. Together, they ran Leonard’s Skate-A-Rama for 2 years before they both joined the family business. They also had 2 children, Cody Weaver and Katie Weaver. After Laurie’s husband passed away in 1990, she married her 2nd husband Scott Whitmyer from Marysville and they had 2 children, Easton Whitmyer and Brooke Whitmyer. Laurie now resides in Enola and works at Mission Central.
Susie Leonard Evinger graduated from Susquenita in 1984. After graduation Susie joined the family business and in 1985 married Jeff Evinger from Marysville. They have 2 children, Leanne Eichelberger and Jeffrey Evinger Jr.. Susie is still very involved in the family business and resides in Marysville. She and Jeff plan on traveling around the US in their motor home after they retire.
The “Leonard Kids” and their spouses have all been very involved in the growth of the family business. This “family” business was an amazing gift from Huck & Arlene Leonard to their children. Not only has it allowed them to become a part of their dream, it also gave them all the means to provide for themselves and their own families.
Doug and Susie, along with their spouses, are still on this amazing journey in the family business, where every day is a new adventure.
Leonard’s Antiques, Inc. / 1631 State Road, Duncannon, PA 17020 / 717-957-381
Debora Leonard Phillips graduated from Susquenita in 1972, where she worked on the school newspaper, was a junior page, twirled on bandfront and was on homecoming court. Debora continued her education in Cosmotology school before marrying Daryl Phillips from Marysville and having a son, Shane Phillips. When her son was 5 years old, Debora joined the family business. Debora is now retired and lives in Marysville with her husband.
Cindy Leonard Fenton joined the family business before her 1973 graduation from Susquenita. While attending high school, Cindy had a lot of fun times being a flag twirler on bandfront. During her many years in the family business, Cindy enjoyed spending time with her father traveling to many auctions, stripping furniture, manufacturing brass beds, buying & selling reproduction furniture and Smalls. Finding her passion as an auctioneer, Cindy received her auctioneers license in 1994. Along with her father, she opened Leonard’s Auction house for 20 years. Becoming an adjunct professor at HACC for the auctioneering program for eleven years. Cindy continues to work with her Auctioneer Colleagues in the business.
Douglas Leonard graduated from Susquenita in 1978 and continued to work in the family business. In 1979, Doug was very involved in the renovation of another adventure, Leonard’s Skate-A-Rama. Doug helped to lay the skating rink floor (which is still under the carpet) and then becoming a floor guard, which led to him meeting and then marrying his future wife, Dee Fritz Leonard from Marysville in 1981. Doug had the wonderful opportunity of traveling with his father and experiencing other amazing adventure such as setting up at Festivals and Fairs. Traveling the country buying and selling antiques. In 1994 Doug also attended Auctioneer school and became an Auctioneer. Doug Leonard is still in the family business.
Laurie Leonard Weaver Whitmyer attended Susquenita where she was involved in field hockey, Basketball and Track. She was also in Leo club and a member of the homecoming court. After Laurie graduated in 1980, she married Jim Weaver from Marysville. Together, they ran Leonard’s Skate-A-Rama for 2 years before they both joined the family business. They also had 2 children, Cody Weaver and Katie Weaver. After Laurie’s husband passed away in 1990, she married her 2nd husband Scott Whitmyer from Marysville and they had 2 children, Easton Whitmyer and Brooke Whitmyer. Laurie now resides in Enola and works at Mission Central.
Susie Leonard Evinger graduated from Susquenita in 1984. After graduation Susie joined the family business and in 1985 married Jeff Evinger from Marysville. They have 2 children, Leanne Eichelberger and Jeffrey Evinger Jr.. Susie is still very involved in the family business and resides in Marysville. She and Jeff plan on traveling around the US in their motor home after they retire.
The “Leonard Kids” and their spouses have all been very involved in the growth of the family business. This “family” business was an amazing gift from Huck & Arlene Leonard to their children. Not only has it allowed them to become a part of their dream, it also gave them all the means to provide for themselves and their own families.
Doug and Susie, along with their spouses, are still on this amazing journey in the family business, where every day is a new adventure.
Leonard’s Antiques, Inc. / 1631 State Road, Duncannon, PA 17020 / 717-957-381
December 2021
Rachael Thompson (maiden name: Hower) is a 2011 graduate of Susquenita High School. While at Susquenita, Rachael enjoyed participating in the plays and musicals and getting creative with her assignments.
After graduation, Rachael attended Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh, PA, for TV/Video Production and a minor in Photography. She has worked in the health care industry as a video editor/producer since 2015. During that time, she also freelanced as a photographer and videographer.
In the summer of 2020, Rachael experienced a seizure. As she took time to recover, she realized she wanted more out of life. A few months later, Rachael started her own photography business, Beestone Media.
Rachael photographs families, seniors, couples, and other small businesses. Her main goal is to bring you a fun and unique photo experience while documenting your most precious moments. She states, "Precious moments happen every day. Graduating high school, getting engaged, moving into your first home, starting your own business, and meeting your baby for the first time are all moments that deserve to be captured and documented so that you can enjoy them for years to come."
When Rachael isn't busy with Beestone, you can find her spending quality time with her husband, Brooks, and their pup, Sawyer. She also enjoys traveling and browsing local antique shops.
Learn more about Rachael and Beestone here: https://www.beestonemedia.com/
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After graduation, Rachael attended Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh, PA, for TV/Video Production and a minor in Photography. She has worked in the health care industry as a video editor/producer since 2015. During that time, she also freelanced as a photographer and videographer.
In the summer of 2020, Rachael experienced a seizure. As she took time to recover, she realized she wanted more out of life. A few months later, Rachael started her own photography business, Beestone Media.
Rachael photographs families, seniors, couples, and other small businesses. Her main goal is to bring you a fun and unique photo experience while documenting your most precious moments. She states, "Precious moments happen every day. Graduating high school, getting engaged, moving into your first home, starting your own business, and meeting your baby for the first time are all moments that deserve to be captured and documented so that you can enjoy them for years to come."
When Rachael isn't busy with Beestone, you can find her spending quality time with her husband, Brooks, and their pup, Sawyer. She also enjoys traveling and browsing local antique shops.
Learn more about Rachael and Beestone here: https://www.beestonemedia.com/
Follow Beestone Media on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Beestonemedia/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beestonemedia/
November 2021
Art Myers is a 1992 graduate of Susquenita High School. He lettered in wrestling and football. After graduation, Art went into the Army and trained as a medic. His training started at Fort Knox, then continued with AID training at Fort San Houston.
Art continued his work with the military in his Reserve Unit on 2nd Street in Harrisburg. He also made a living flipping houses. He has two children, Zoey and Micah.
On September 5, 2000, Art opened a pizza shop. Zeiderelli's of Duncannon is open Wednesday through Sunday. You can order at https://order.menudrive.com/zeiderellispizza
Art is providing sub trays for the Susquenita Blackhawk Veteran's Day 5K on Sunday November 7. We are thankful for his contribution.
Art continued his work with the military in his Reserve Unit on 2nd Street in Harrisburg. He also made a living flipping houses. He has two children, Zoey and Micah.
On September 5, 2000, Art opened a pizza shop. Zeiderelli's of Duncannon is open Wednesday through Sunday. You can order at https://order.menudrive.com/zeiderellispizza
Art is providing sub trays for the Susquenita Blackhawk Veteran's Day 5K on Sunday November 7. We are thankful for his contribution.
October 2021
Michelle Wirick (Cook) grew up in Duncannon and was a 1987 Susquenita Graduate. She was in Leo Club, Senior Editor for the school paper and a cheerleader her senior year. After graduation she worked at ACT ONE Consultants as an office manager.
This company was owned by her father Charles Cook (also a Susquenita graduate). She then left that position to work with Shawn Wirick who was a 1988 Susquenita Graduate.
Shawn started an electrical company called X10 Electric back in 2007. Michelle joined him as the office administrator in 2013 and they restructured the company and hired their first employees. Shawn and Michelle were married in 2015 and Michelle became a fifty percent owner of X10 Electric, LLC.
Michelle has three children. Darin Melcher and Katye Good (Melcher) that were 2010 Susquenita graduates and Landon Finger who is a senior this year at Susquenita. Michelle and Shawn have six grandchildren, which also all attend Susquenita.
In 2015 Michelle took Shawn on his first brewery tour in Washington DC. He had, at the time, no idea what the difference was between an IPA and a Stout. But by the second brewery that they toured he was intrigued and hooked. Shortly after this Shawn had the dream to open his own brewery. After years of planning the dream became a reality. Construction started in 2019 and on January 17, 2020 Liquid Noise Brewing Co., opened their doors.
The brewery is located in Marysville, PA and it has a 7bbl brew system that sits behind the bar for everyone to see. There are 6 brite tanks that house the beer and run straight to the taps to be served. Shawn was also a musician and in various bands, his latest being 1 Echo 1. This band had several albums that were produced by John Moyer, bass player for the rock band Disturbed. Because of this, the brewery was to be music themed, and this is how Michelle came up with the name Liquid Noise. She said she pictured someone pouring beer into a glass and it turning into music notes.
Michelle and Shawn opened the brewery just two months before COVID hit. The brewery is still open and ran by Michelle. Sadly Shawn passed away August 5, 2021 but his dream for Liquid Noise Brewing Co and X10 Electric still lives on through his family and employees.
Liquid Noise Brewing Co and X10 Electric both are located in the Rockville Plaza in Marysville, PA (600 S. State Rd).
*Liquid Noise Brewing Co. (717) 957-7151 [email protected]
*X10 Electric, LLC (717) 265-3238 [email protected]
This company was owned by her father Charles Cook (also a Susquenita graduate). She then left that position to work with Shawn Wirick who was a 1988 Susquenita Graduate.
Shawn started an electrical company called X10 Electric back in 2007. Michelle joined him as the office administrator in 2013 and they restructured the company and hired their first employees. Shawn and Michelle were married in 2015 and Michelle became a fifty percent owner of X10 Electric, LLC.
Michelle has three children. Darin Melcher and Katye Good (Melcher) that were 2010 Susquenita graduates and Landon Finger who is a senior this year at Susquenita. Michelle and Shawn have six grandchildren, which also all attend Susquenita.
In 2015 Michelle took Shawn on his first brewery tour in Washington DC. He had, at the time, no idea what the difference was between an IPA and a Stout. But by the second brewery that they toured he was intrigued and hooked. Shortly after this Shawn had the dream to open his own brewery. After years of planning the dream became a reality. Construction started in 2019 and on January 17, 2020 Liquid Noise Brewing Co., opened their doors.
The brewery is located in Marysville, PA and it has a 7bbl brew system that sits behind the bar for everyone to see. There are 6 brite tanks that house the beer and run straight to the taps to be served. Shawn was also a musician and in various bands, his latest being 1 Echo 1. This band had several albums that were produced by John Moyer, bass player for the rock band Disturbed. Because of this, the brewery was to be music themed, and this is how Michelle came up with the name Liquid Noise. She said she pictured someone pouring beer into a glass and it turning into music notes.
Michelle and Shawn opened the brewery just two months before COVID hit. The brewery is still open and ran by Michelle. Sadly Shawn passed away August 5, 2021 but his dream for Liquid Noise Brewing Co and X10 Electric still lives on through his family and employees.
Liquid Noise Brewing Co and X10 Electric both are located in the Rockville Plaza in Marysville, PA (600 S. State Rd).
*Liquid Noise Brewing Co. (717) 957-7151 [email protected]
*X10 Electric, LLC (717) 265-3238 [email protected]
September 2021
THE HAMMAKER BROTHERS OF GUNS PLUS LLC
Three sons of Russell “Butch” Hammaker and Roberta Hoffman Hammaker-Lightner established a firearms business in the Duncannon area in 2015. The grand opening of Guns Plus LLC took place on Black Friday of the same year at 1629 State Road Duncannon Cove Perry County PA.
David the eldest son is a 1978 graduate of Susquenita High School where he studied courses in Industrial Arts. Dave entered the hydraulic repair business upon completion of his studies and worked in the industry until 1988 when he became an authorized distributor for MATCO Tools which he continues to operate. Partnering with his brothers they established Guns Plus LLC as mentioned in 2015. Dave is a life member of the Duncannon Fire Company, a member of Duncannon American Legion and the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association. Dave resides in Penn Township and is married to his wife Patricia (Lukens), he has two children Greg and Sarah, the former is employed part time in the Gun Shop.
The middle son is Duane who is a graduate of the Industrial Arts curriculum at Susquenita High School in 1986. Upon graduation Duane entered the Plumbing and Pipefitting industry where he continues to work as a Service Foreman. Duane established Annkatharines Antiques in 1995 and continues to operate this business at the Co-Op in the Cove Marketplace a subsidiary of Guns Plus LLC which he is a partner. Duane is an Eagle Scout and served as Scoutmaster of Duncannon Troop 64 from 1989 through 1998. Duane is a member of the Duncannon Presbyterian Church, Perry County Historical Society, Duncannon Lions Club, Perry Lodge #458 F&AM, Harrisburg Consistory, and Zembo Shrine. He is married to his wife Judi (Hart), and they reside at her family home “Maplehurst” in Duncannon Borough
The third son is Thomas (Thom), he graduated from SHS in 1993 after matriculating in an academic course study. After completion of high school Thom entered the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry where he currently works as a Service provider for HVAC and is engaged as an instructor for the apprentice training program. The youngest Hammaker brother is also an Eagle Scout and has served as the Duncannon Troop 64 Scoutmaster since 1999. He has two children, Christina and Jacob, the latter also being a part time employee at Guns Plus. Thom resides in Wheatfield Township and is engaged to Ms. Jenifer Cashdollar-Roher.
Guns Plus is a tribute to the brothers father; “He instilled in us a work ethic, honesty, and a sense of community. We are very much enjoying this business venture as a part of the greater Duncannon area community and working together as a family”
Guns Plus LLC
1629 State Road
Duncannon PA 17020
Phone: 717-547-5224
Website www.gunsplus.us
Three sons of Russell “Butch” Hammaker and Roberta Hoffman Hammaker-Lightner established a firearms business in the Duncannon area in 2015. The grand opening of Guns Plus LLC took place on Black Friday of the same year at 1629 State Road Duncannon Cove Perry County PA.
David the eldest son is a 1978 graduate of Susquenita High School where he studied courses in Industrial Arts. Dave entered the hydraulic repair business upon completion of his studies and worked in the industry until 1988 when he became an authorized distributor for MATCO Tools which he continues to operate. Partnering with his brothers they established Guns Plus LLC as mentioned in 2015. Dave is a life member of the Duncannon Fire Company, a member of Duncannon American Legion and the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association. Dave resides in Penn Township and is married to his wife Patricia (Lukens), he has two children Greg and Sarah, the former is employed part time in the Gun Shop.
The middle son is Duane who is a graduate of the Industrial Arts curriculum at Susquenita High School in 1986. Upon graduation Duane entered the Plumbing and Pipefitting industry where he continues to work as a Service Foreman. Duane established Annkatharines Antiques in 1995 and continues to operate this business at the Co-Op in the Cove Marketplace a subsidiary of Guns Plus LLC which he is a partner. Duane is an Eagle Scout and served as Scoutmaster of Duncannon Troop 64 from 1989 through 1998. Duane is a member of the Duncannon Presbyterian Church, Perry County Historical Society, Duncannon Lions Club, Perry Lodge #458 F&AM, Harrisburg Consistory, and Zembo Shrine. He is married to his wife Judi (Hart), and they reside at her family home “Maplehurst” in Duncannon Borough
The third son is Thomas (Thom), he graduated from SHS in 1993 after matriculating in an academic course study. After completion of high school Thom entered the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry where he currently works as a Service provider for HVAC and is engaged as an instructor for the apprentice training program. The youngest Hammaker brother is also an Eagle Scout and has served as the Duncannon Troop 64 Scoutmaster since 1999. He has two children, Christina and Jacob, the latter also being a part time employee at Guns Plus. Thom resides in Wheatfield Township and is engaged to Ms. Jenifer Cashdollar-Roher.
Guns Plus is a tribute to the brothers father; “He instilled in us a work ethic, honesty, and a sense of community. We are very much enjoying this business venture as a part of the greater Duncannon area community and working together as a family”
Guns Plus LLC
1629 State Road
Duncannon PA 17020
Phone: 717-547-5224
Website www.gunsplus.us
August 2021
Born and raised in Duncannon, Michael Lindgren played high school Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, and Track & Field for the Susquenita Blackhawks. He graduated from in 2011 after transferring to another school. Michael’s four older sisters are all Susquenita graduates, along with his wife Angie (class of 2013). Michael likes to say that the Susquenita staff missed out on getting to know the best Lindgren child.
After graduating from High School, Michael attended The Pennsylvania State University studying Electrical Engineering. It was during his freshman year that he attended a Yuengling Brewery Tour in Pottsville, PA and immediately succumbed to what he calls “shiny tank syndrome,” making it his goal to open a brewery one day. Shortly after, Michael received his first homebrew kit and brewed his first beer, a Belgian Strong, eventually moving on to more advanced all grain brewing. During his Junior year at Penn State, Michael questioned his aspirations of becoming an Engineer and dropped out. He still likes to joke that he is ¾ an Engineer, which his wife doesn’t find funny because she is a “full” engineer. After dropping out, he landed a Brewer internship at Appalachian Brewing Company, which lead to a full-time brewer position. At 21, Michael became the Brewpubs Head Brewer overseeing the satellite brewery operations and integrating them with the flagship brewery in Harrisburg.
Ultimately, Michael did return to Penn State to complete his degree in Agribusiness and is currently working to complete the World Brewing Academy’s Advanced Brewing Theory Program from The Siebel Institute of Technology. With his hands on experience in the brewing industry, ¾ engineering background and business degree Michael set out to make his dream a reality. Partnering with his father they started Lindgren Craft Brewery on a 2 bbl (1 bbl = 31 gallons) brew system in a converted milk house on his family’s farm. Brewing began in 2018 and official distribution began in 2019.
With impeccable timing, the Lindgren’s purchased the Historic Duncannon National Bank in downtown Duncannon to move their brewing operations, expand into larger production, and open a tasting room and brewpub. Unfortunately, their timing wasn’t so impeccable and 2020 put a hard paused on their progress in what they now deem “The Bank”.
The work did not stop though, and Lindgren Craft Brewery spent the year improving their packaging, brewing techniques, and distribution. Today you can find their brews in 16 oz. cans and on tap from Chambersburg to Harrisburg and north towards Selinsgrove and Millheim. Locally in Perry County you can find them at Newport Beverage, Sorrento’s Bar and Lounge in Duncannon, and Old Trail Tavern in Liverpool. Occasionally, you can snag a small supply directly from Lindgren at LindgrenBrewery.com and pick it up through the ATM drive thru at The Bank! If you’d like a complete listing of distributors or tap locations you can reach out to Lindgren on Instagram or Facebook, or Michael directly at [email protected], he will happily provide you with a location nearest to you; though he does warn sometimes he is un-millennial and slightly slow to respond.
After graduating from High School, Michael attended The Pennsylvania State University studying Electrical Engineering. It was during his freshman year that he attended a Yuengling Brewery Tour in Pottsville, PA and immediately succumbed to what he calls “shiny tank syndrome,” making it his goal to open a brewery one day. Shortly after, Michael received his first homebrew kit and brewed his first beer, a Belgian Strong, eventually moving on to more advanced all grain brewing. During his Junior year at Penn State, Michael questioned his aspirations of becoming an Engineer and dropped out. He still likes to joke that he is ¾ an Engineer, which his wife doesn’t find funny because she is a “full” engineer. After dropping out, he landed a Brewer internship at Appalachian Brewing Company, which lead to a full-time brewer position. At 21, Michael became the Brewpubs Head Brewer overseeing the satellite brewery operations and integrating them with the flagship brewery in Harrisburg.
Ultimately, Michael did return to Penn State to complete his degree in Agribusiness and is currently working to complete the World Brewing Academy’s Advanced Brewing Theory Program from The Siebel Institute of Technology. With his hands on experience in the brewing industry, ¾ engineering background and business degree Michael set out to make his dream a reality. Partnering with his father they started Lindgren Craft Brewery on a 2 bbl (1 bbl = 31 gallons) brew system in a converted milk house on his family’s farm. Brewing began in 2018 and official distribution began in 2019.
With impeccable timing, the Lindgren’s purchased the Historic Duncannon National Bank in downtown Duncannon to move their brewing operations, expand into larger production, and open a tasting room and brewpub. Unfortunately, their timing wasn’t so impeccable and 2020 put a hard paused on their progress in what they now deem “The Bank”.
The work did not stop though, and Lindgren Craft Brewery spent the year improving their packaging, brewing techniques, and distribution. Today you can find their brews in 16 oz. cans and on tap from Chambersburg to Harrisburg and north towards Selinsgrove and Millheim. Locally in Perry County you can find them at Newport Beverage, Sorrento’s Bar and Lounge in Duncannon, and Old Trail Tavern in Liverpool. Occasionally, you can snag a small supply directly from Lindgren at LindgrenBrewery.com and pick it up through the ATM drive thru at The Bank! If you’d like a complete listing of distributors or tap locations you can reach out to Lindgren on Instagram or Facebook, or Michael directly at [email protected], he will happily provide you with a location nearest to you; though he does warn sometimes he is un-millennial and slightly slow to respond.
July 2021
Jeff Feltenberger grew up in Marysville and attended Susquenita. While at Susquenita HS, Jeff was involved in a number of Musical Theater Productions, was a baritone in the very first year of the “West Side Singers” and lettered in both Varsity Wrestling and Baseball. He graduated HS in 1981 and went on to attend Mansfield University (81-85) where he graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Music degree in Voice Performance and a Teaching Certification for K-12 Music. His brief music teaching career included a year at Meyersdale Highschool and two years at Pen Argyl Highschool where he oversaw the general music program and the choirs. After finishing his third year of teaching, Jeff took an opportunity to work at a recording studio called Susquehanna Sound in Northumberland PA. There he met some like minded musicians that would soon become a band known as the Badlees.
Through endless touring, the band developed a large fan base in Pennsylvaina and the surrounding states, eventually securing a recording contract. In 1996 the Badlees signed a deal with Polygram’s Polydor/Atlas records and went on to have two top 20 hits in “Angeline is Coming Home” and “Fear of Falling”. On July 1, 2021 at the Whitaker Center, the Badlees will be inducted into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame along with Jeff Gaines and Halestorm.
When not working, Jeff spends most of his time at a softball field watching his girls play. Jeff is married to Holly Feltenberger and has 5 beautiful daughters.
Jeff currently works in IT at Highmark and is a partner in a small business, Out on a Limb Gun Shop, located at 3227 Peters Mountain Rd., Halifax 17032, [email protected], 717-827-3595.
Through endless touring, the band developed a large fan base in Pennsylvaina and the surrounding states, eventually securing a recording contract. In 1996 the Badlees signed a deal with Polygram’s Polydor/Atlas records and went on to have two top 20 hits in “Angeline is Coming Home” and “Fear of Falling”. On July 1, 2021 at the Whitaker Center, the Badlees will be inducted into the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame along with Jeff Gaines and Halestorm.
When not working, Jeff spends most of his time at a softball field watching his girls play. Jeff is married to Holly Feltenberger and has 5 beautiful daughters.
Jeff currently works in IT at Highmark and is a partner in a small business, Out on a Limb Gun Shop, located at 3227 Peters Mountain Rd., Halifax 17032, [email protected], 717-827-3595.
June 2021
Tracy (Lindgren) Phillips was a 1998 Susquenita Graduate. After graduating from high school she attended Penn State University and majored in Poultry Science. She wanted to work with farmers and ultimately own her own farm.
She spent 6 years working in the poultry industry and interacting with farmers on a daily basis. In 2009 when she had her first child she decided to quit her job and stay home to raise her kids. However, the love of farming was still there and so her husband bought her two dairy goats. She collected goats and soon realized that she had a lot of milk! Needing to find something to do with all this milk, so she could keep collecting goats, she went to the computer and it told her to make goat milk soap. So she did. The soap was great for her family with small kids and a husband who also had sensitive skin. She gave away a lot of soap then started selling it online and eventually wholesale.
When her family outgrew their one acre they decided they needed more land and Barking Goat Farm was born. Located at 221 Linton Hill Road in Duncannon, Barking Goat Farm combines her passion for goats and her husband's passion for hunting dogs. Customers started asking if they could pick up their goat milk skin care products on the farm so they could see the goats too! Tracy loved the idea and wanted everyone to meet the goats. Then an idea was formed. Why not open a farm store right on the farm and allow people to get a farm experience and shop at the same time!
Now you can visit the farm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am - 2pm. You can pet the goats, feed the goats, and even try to milk a goat. Then you can shop at our farm store and bring home some goat milk skin care products that the goats helped to make! Come visit us on the farm this summer to meet the goats that help make the skin care products! Located at 221 Linton Hill Road Duncannon PA. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am-2 pm. You can see all our products online at www.barkinggoatfarm.Etsy.com
Don’t forget to follow our farm story on Facebook at BarkingGoatFarmSoap.
She spent 6 years working in the poultry industry and interacting with farmers on a daily basis. In 2009 when she had her first child she decided to quit her job and stay home to raise her kids. However, the love of farming was still there and so her husband bought her two dairy goats. She collected goats and soon realized that she had a lot of milk! Needing to find something to do with all this milk, so she could keep collecting goats, she went to the computer and it told her to make goat milk soap. So she did. The soap was great for her family with small kids and a husband who also had sensitive skin. She gave away a lot of soap then started selling it online and eventually wholesale.
When her family outgrew their one acre they decided they needed more land and Barking Goat Farm was born. Located at 221 Linton Hill Road in Duncannon, Barking Goat Farm combines her passion for goats and her husband's passion for hunting dogs. Customers started asking if they could pick up their goat milk skin care products on the farm so they could see the goats too! Tracy loved the idea and wanted everyone to meet the goats. Then an idea was formed. Why not open a farm store right on the farm and allow people to get a farm experience and shop at the same time!
Now you can visit the farm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am - 2pm. You can pet the goats, feed the goats, and even try to milk a goat. Then you can shop at our farm store and bring home some goat milk skin care products that the goats helped to make! Come visit us on the farm this summer to meet the goats that help make the skin care products! Located at 221 Linton Hill Road Duncannon PA. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am-2 pm. You can see all our products online at www.barkinggoatfarm.Etsy.com
Don’t forget to follow our farm story on Facebook at BarkingGoatFarmSoap.
May 2021
Juliet (Parrish) Lightner is a Susquenita graduate of 2006. During her junior year in high school she began working at a car stereo shop in Marysville after school, and her interest in working in the automotive industry began to take shape. She elected to complete an internship during her senior year and subsequently found a job working at an auto body shop in Millersburg. She started detailing cars and during the course of her senior year learned the basics of auto body repair, taking on different types of repairs under a seasoned technician’s guidance.
Upon graduation, she enrolled in Wyoming Technical Institute and graduated in 2007 with a certificate in Collision Repair and Refinishing and a specialty in Chassis Fabrication and High Performance Engines. After she obtained the basics needed to step into the industry, she landed a great apprenticeship in Irvine, California at a weld fabrication shop. Building roll cages and high performance parts was great, but she missed Central PA. So after a few months she came back to Duncannon to find her niche.
At this point she knew she really liked collision repair, so she took an opportunity with Nationwide Insurance as a material damage appraiser to learn the insurance side of the business. Then, in 2011, 1 year after welcoming a son into the world, she decided to go back to the body shop side of the industry as that is where she felt most at home. She became an estimator with Select Collision Group at their Autobodies by Lucas in Mechanicsburg, and in 2015 moved on to become the manager of their Major’s Select Collision location also in Mechanicsburg where she still is today.
Her role within Select Collision Group is vast, including her title as the manager of Major’s Select Collision as well as coordinating training for all four of their locations, assisting with technical direction for all of the stores, staffing for the group, and acting as the current owner’s right-hand woman with any business needs that arise. Speaking of the owner, one of the things that Juliet appreciates most about her position within Select Collision Group is the unique opportunity to work for and learn the business from another woman in the collision repair industry.
Juliet’s path throughout the industry hasn’t always been easy, but she says she takes any resistance to her presence as a woman in a male-dominated field in stride. She knows that her work speaks for her, and she finds that her position allows her a unique opportunity to keep paving the way for other women to join the industry as well.
When she isn’t working she enjoys spending time with her family, all of whom still reside in the Central PA area. She and her son love hiking, fishing, and hunting together, and spend their free time with their dogs and chickens. They also get to travel regularly to visit her boyfriend who works all over the country.
If you’d like to see more about her company, Select Collision Group, please visit their facebook page at facebook.com/SelectCollisionGroup or their website at https://www.centralpaautobody.com/
Upon graduation, she enrolled in Wyoming Technical Institute and graduated in 2007 with a certificate in Collision Repair and Refinishing and a specialty in Chassis Fabrication and High Performance Engines. After she obtained the basics needed to step into the industry, she landed a great apprenticeship in Irvine, California at a weld fabrication shop. Building roll cages and high performance parts was great, but she missed Central PA. So after a few months she came back to Duncannon to find her niche.
At this point she knew she really liked collision repair, so she took an opportunity with Nationwide Insurance as a material damage appraiser to learn the insurance side of the business. Then, in 2011, 1 year after welcoming a son into the world, she decided to go back to the body shop side of the industry as that is where she felt most at home. She became an estimator with Select Collision Group at their Autobodies by Lucas in Mechanicsburg, and in 2015 moved on to become the manager of their Major’s Select Collision location also in Mechanicsburg where she still is today.
Her role within Select Collision Group is vast, including her title as the manager of Major’s Select Collision as well as coordinating training for all four of their locations, assisting with technical direction for all of the stores, staffing for the group, and acting as the current owner’s right-hand woman with any business needs that arise. Speaking of the owner, one of the things that Juliet appreciates most about her position within Select Collision Group is the unique opportunity to work for and learn the business from another woman in the collision repair industry.
Juliet’s path throughout the industry hasn’t always been easy, but she says she takes any resistance to her presence as a woman in a male-dominated field in stride. She knows that her work speaks for her, and she finds that her position allows her a unique opportunity to keep paving the way for other women to join the industry as well.
When she isn’t working she enjoys spending time with her family, all of whom still reside in the Central PA area. She and her son love hiking, fishing, and hunting together, and spend their free time with their dogs and chickens. They also get to travel regularly to visit her boyfriend who works all over the country.
If you’d like to see more about her company, Select Collision Group, please visit their facebook page at facebook.com/SelectCollisionGroup or their website at https://www.centralpaautobody.com/
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April 2021
April 2021
Corey Hall is a Susquenita graduate of 2001 and has remained in Perry County his entire life (with a small stint of residence in the Linglestown area). During high school Corey was involved in athletics, mainly basketball and baseball – which to this day he still enjoys playing and heads up the sports ministry at Cornerstone Christian Church in Duncannon.
Corey was also part of the French Club and homecoming court. During his high school career (10th grade!) he met Amanda, whom he married and they have 4 beautiful children.
After high school Corey attended HACC, then came to realize he wanted to get into a trade, so he took a job offered as a plumber and the rest is history. Corey is a self taught plumbing extraordinaire who, after 15+ years working for some of the Harrisburg areas largest plumbing companies, took a leap of faith and started his own business – New Look Plumbing. New Look Plumbing focuses on high customer service, fair prices and quality work. While mainly focused on residential service work and bathroom remodels, they have expanded to working with multiple new home contractors, high end kitchen and bath remodelers and various local contractors. Corey feels he is extremely blessed to have developed a loyal customer base, whom they treat like family. Corey has built his business on treating customers fair and creating quality work – customers are what makes a small business.
Corey is very involved with his children and church, where he serves on the elder board. You will most likely find him coaching his children in various sports or sitting on the sideline cheering them on! He enjoys being outdoors, tinkering in the garage and camping with the family.
We invite you to like and follow Corey’s business on Facebook www.facebook.com/nlplumber & Instagram @NLplumber.
Corey was also part of the French Club and homecoming court. During his high school career (10th grade!) he met Amanda, whom he married and they have 4 beautiful children.
After high school Corey attended HACC, then came to realize he wanted to get into a trade, so he took a job offered as a plumber and the rest is history. Corey is a self taught plumbing extraordinaire who, after 15+ years working for some of the Harrisburg areas largest plumbing companies, took a leap of faith and started his own business – New Look Plumbing. New Look Plumbing focuses on high customer service, fair prices and quality work. While mainly focused on residential service work and bathroom remodels, they have expanded to working with multiple new home contractors, high end kitchen and bath remodelers and various local contractors. Corey feels he is extremely blessed to have developed a loyal customer base, whom they treat like family. Corey has built his business on treating customers fair and creating quality work – customers are what makes a small business.
Corey is very involved with his children and church, where he serves on the elder board. You will most likely find him coaching his children in various sports or sitting on the sideline cheering them on! He enjoys being outdoors, tinkering in the garage and camping with the family.
We invite you to like and follow Corey’s business on Facebook www.facebook.com/nlplumber & Instagram @NLplumber.
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March 2021
March 2021
Amanda Lomire-Hall; owner – Rustic Orchid, is a Susquenita class of 1999 alum where she was a member of the girls soccer team, participated in track and field, was president of S.A.D.D. and part of the yearbook team and other groups over the years. Upon graduation, Amanda attended Slippery Rock University from there in December of 2002 with a BSBA in Business and major in Marketing. While at Susquenita, she met her husband, Corey; whom she married and has 4 beautiful children.
After many years working in the marketing and advertising field, Amanda left the career force to focus on raising her family and became a stay-at-home mom. During this time, she developed a passion for painting/refinishing/refurbishing furniture and other décor items. As their children became slightly more independent; she dreamed of owning her own shop to sell her items. In the fall of 2020, Amanda opened Rustic Orchid in the town square of Duncannon. Being local and supporting the local economy and business sector was very important to her when planning where to open her store. Amanda has partnered with over 15 local artisans to sell their handmade items *a few of which are also SHS alum* along with her own custom refinished furniture pieces.
Amanda has been very involved with the Susquenita Elementary & Middle school, serving on the elementary PTO board for multiple years, an active participate with Junior Achievement, Girls On The Run coach, classroom parent, chaperone and more. In addition to being active with the school district, Amanda is active with her church – Cornerstone Christian Church in Duncannon, where she is part of the children’s ministry program. You will also find her coaching her children or cheering for them from the sidelines. Community is also an important part of Amanda and her mission; she enjoys working to help revitalize Duncannon and the community around her for future generations. Amanda enjoys the beach, being outdoors, camping with the family and caring for her 8 goats and multiple dogs.
Rustic Orchard will have an Open House the weekend of March 6. You can visit them at 3 North Market Street, Duncannon. Call 717-596-0966 for more information or visit, like and follow Rustic Orchid on Facebook www.facebook.com/rusticorchid4home & Instagram @rusticorchid4home.
After many years working in the marketing and advertising field, Amanda left the career force to focus on raising her family and became a stay-at-home mom. During this time, she developed a passion for painting/refinishing/refurbishing furniture and other décor items. As their children became slightly more independent; she dreamed of owning her own shop to sell her items. In the fall of 2020, Amanda opened Rustic Orchid in the town square of Duncannon. Being local and supporting the local economy and business sector was very important to her when planning where to open her store. Amanda has partnered with over 15 local artisans to sell their handmade items *a few of which are also SHS alum* along with her own custom refinished furniture pieces.
Amanda has been very involved with the Susquenita Elementary & Middle school, serving on the elementary PTO board for multiple years, an active participate with Junior Achievement, Girls On The Run coach, classroom parent, chaperone and more. In addition to being active with the school district, Amanda is active with her church – Cornerstone Christian Church in Duncannon, where she is part of the children’s ministry program. You will also find her coaching her children or cheering for them from the sidelines. Community is also an important part of Amanda and her mission; she enjoys working to help revitalize Duncannon and the community around her for future generations. Amanda enjoys the beach, being outdoors, camping with the family and caring for her 8 goats and multiple dogs.
Rustic Orchard will have an Open House the weekend of March 6. You can visit them at 3 North Market Street, Duncannon. Call 717-596-0966 for more information or visit, like and follow Rustic Orchid on Facebook www.facebook.com/rusticorchid4home & Instagram @rusticorchid4home.
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February 2021
February 2021
Cory Engle graduated from Susquenita High School in 1991. He lettered in three Varsity sports through the fall, winter and spring seasons and was also a runner-up with his high school engineering club at a state competition.
Today, he says that being involved in school activities helped him develop his
entrepreneurial spirit and the confidence to start his own business. After he graduated high school, he attended several colleges and was able to travel through most of our great country. His love for our community led him to open Millie’s Pizza in 1999.
He takes great pride in the fact that many of his former employees have gone on to become medical doctor’s, teachers, engineers, policeman and military professionals. His advice to students is to be honest, dedicated, pursue what you love and be involved in your community.
Today, he says that being involved in school activities helped him develop his
entrepreneurial spirit and the confidence to start his own business. After he graduated high school, he attended several colleges and was able to travel through most of our great country. His love for our community led him to open Millie’s Pizza in 1999.
He takes great pride in the fact that many of his former employees have gone on to become medical doctor’s, teachers, engineers, policeman and military professionals. His advice to students is to be honest, dedicated, pursue what you love and be involved in your community.
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January 2021
January 2021
Lance Barthel (1989) took over Zeiderelli’s in 2000. It is now forty years old and is located at 210 North State St., Marysville (717-957-2894), https://www.facebook.com/Zeiderellis-Pizza-Subs-135010863218216.
Zeiderelli’s has been serving the community in many ways. For sixteen years it has been donating a “make your own pizza” party to the Wesley Church preschool program. Zeiderelli’s has been donating generously to the Marysville Fire Company, the Marysville Baseball Association and many other organizations. As for Susquenita, it has purchased the “breakaway banner” for football games, a new Hawk mascot costume, and a laptop computer for a deserving senior. Every Christmas Zeiderelli’s assists Santa in acquiring and delivering gifts for specially selected children as well as employing a mail box at the restaurant for speedy transport of letters to the North Pole. Zeiderelli’s plans to continue serving the community for many years to come.
Zeiderelli’s has been serving the community in many ways. For sixteen years it has been donating a “make your own pizza” party to the Wesley Church preschool program. Zeiderelli’s has been donating generously to the Marysville Fire Company, the Marysville Baseball Association and many other organizations. As for Susquenita, it has purchased the “breakaway banner” for football games, a new Hawk mascot costume, and a laptop computer for a deserving senior. Every Christmas Zeiderelli’s assists Santa in acquiring and delivering gifts for specially selected children as well as employing a mail box at the restaurant for speedy transport of letters to the North Pole. Zeiderelli’s plans to continue serving the community for many years to come.
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December 2020
December 2020
In becoming the artistic director of Perry County School of Dance (17 S. Market Street, Duncannon, [email protected]), Nicole Cutman used her educational background to develop a curriculum for a recreational, dance school. The goal of PCSD is to foster a love of the arts while simultaneously encouraging students to express themselves through creative movement. Mrs. Cutman currently teaches all eight dance classes each week; and as of March 2020, PCSD had 85 students. She finds true joy in watching her students smile as they are able to master a difficult step that they worked on for repeated weeks, or when a shy child finally steps out of a stage in front of others. Most important for her is the creative spark that she ignites in her students.
Nicole Cutman is a product of a Susquenita School District education; she attended Susquenita starting with kindergarten during the 1981-82 school year and continued through her 1994 graduation. She credits former Susquenita teacher Penny Knepp and her own dance instructor when she was young, Janet Stahle, for their inspiration in education, dance, and life.
In addition to her role with PCSD, Mrs. Cutman also teaches 7th and 8th grade learning support math at Susquenita Middle School. She graduated from Millersville with a dual major in elementary and special education.
Nicole Cutman is the daughter of Ron and Carol Baker in Duncannon. She currently resides outside of Duncannon with her husband and two children.
Nicole Cutman is a product of a Susquenita School District education; she attended Susquenita starting with kindergarten during the 1981-82 school year and continued through her 1994 graduation. She credits former Susquenita teacher Penny Knepp and her own dance instructor when she was young, Janet Stahle, for their inspiration in education, dance, and life.
In addition to her role with PCSD, Mrs. Cutman also teaches 7th and 8th grade learning support math at Susquenita Middle School. She graduated from Millersville with a dual major in elementary and special education.
Nicole Cutman is the daughter of Ron and Carol Baker in Duncannon. She currently resides outside of Duncannon with her husband and two children.
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November 2020
November 2020
Sisters, Rachel Minsker (Mathieu) (on right) graduated from Susquenita in ‘04 and Jessica Weldon (Mathieu) (on left) graduated in ‘06. They own two salons, Bella Donnas Hair Studio, located in Enola & Marysville. Their award-winning team offers hair, nails & waxing services. Bella Donnas has won Harrisburg Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Best Hair Salon 5 times, earning them the Lifetime Achievement Award. **Text HAIRCUT to 38470 for 20% off any service! Online booking available @ belladonnashairstudio.com or call 717-836-7356 for Enola or 717-957-2414 for Marysville.
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October 2020
October 2020
Sam Berger is the third generation owner of the Red Rabbit Drive-In, which opened in 1964. He also happens to be a third generation graduate of Susquenita, with his parents and grandmother all being Susquenita alumni. The Red Rabbit is frequented not only by locals, but many PSU travelers have made the Red Rabbit a habit as well. Their specialty is the Bunny Burger, a bacon cheeseburger with all the toppings on a special seeded roll. Other favorites among diners are the chicken dinner, which includes the homemade cole slaw, the fried shrimp, and of course, you can’t forget about the milkshakes. Sam provides something for everyone on the Red Rabbit menu.
The Red Rabbit Drive-In
60 Benvenue Road, Duncannon
Redrabbitdrivein.com
717-834-4696
The Red Rabbit Drive-In
60 Benvenue Road, Duncannon
Redrabbitdrivein.com
717-834-4696
