Potter County America250 Kickoff Jan. 28
Pennsylvania’s America 250 organization will be hosting a Potter County Kickoff from 12:45 pm to 2 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 28, in the courtroom. Members of the public are encouraged to attend, using the courthouse’s Second Street entrance. America250PA has taken to the road, working with all 67 Pennsylvania counties to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, while highlighting the impact of each county’s people on our past, present and future. Light refreshments and America250 materials will be available during a social time before and after the formal program, which is expected to start at approximately 1 pm. Agenda is as follows:
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Opening Remarks by America250PA
- Welcome by Commissioner Nancy Grupp
- State Senator Cris Dush
- State Representative Martin Causer
- Recognition of special guests
- Local updates/notes of interest from David Castano, Potter Co. Historical Society
- Presentation of the Potter County 250 Flag and Closing
An extended America250 celebration continues, spearheaded by the Potter County Historical Society (PCHS), represented by David Castano; and Allegewi Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, represented by Ilene Altenhein. Commissioner Paul Heimel is county liaison with the America250PA organization. Those interested in becoming involved should contact PCHS (814-274-4410) or DAR/Allegewi Chapter (814-274-9798).