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Updated: June 30, 2025 @ 11:57 pm
Alicyn Burford
Natalie Durish
Mackenzie Foringer
Kate Grafton
Lilly Mahle
Emileigh Mahle
Baylee McCracken
Allison Ochs
Taylor Ripple
Karlee Smith
Eva Wadding
Kya Wetzel
Alicyn Burford
Natalie Durish
Mackenzie Foringer
Kate Grafton
Lilly Mahle
Emileigh Mahle
Baylee McCracken
Allison Ochs
Taylor Ripple
Karlee Smith
Eva Wadding
Kya Wetzel
CLARION – Allison Ochs June 18, 2025 -The Clarion Hospital Foundation, a charitable arm of Independence Health System, recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to twelve area high school graduates from across Clarion County who plan to pursue careers in the healthcare field. Recipients were selected based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, and their expressed interest in pursuing a career in the medical profession.
These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of donors, whose commitment to higher education supports the next generation of healthcare professionals in our community.
Alicyn Burford was awarded a Fran Shope Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Clarion Area High School, Alicyn will attend Slippery Rock University to pursue a career in optometry. She served as treasurer of the National Honor Society and was a dedicated member of the Science Olympiad team from sixth through 12th grade. Alicyn also captained the varsity volleyball team and played varsity softball. Her passion for helping others inspired her to volunteer on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic in 2023.
Natalie Durish was awarded a Stroup Family Nursing Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Clarion Area High School, Natalie will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She served as vice president of the National Honor Society, was a member of the student council, treasurer of the choir, and a member of the Clarion Singers. She also captained the volleyball and basketball teams, competed in track, and the Science Olympiad team. In addition, she volunteered as an altar server, helped with her church’s community Thanksgiving dinner and children’s liturgy.
Mackenzie Foringer was awarded a Stroup Family Nursing Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Redbank Valley High School, Mackenzie will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She was a member of the student council, managing public relations, and played softball, serving as team captain. She was also a member of the Future Farmers of America Organization.
Kate Grafton was awarded the John E. Brooks Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Redbank Valley High School, Kate will attend Penn State University to pursue a career as a cardiovascular perfusionist. She served as vice president of the National Honor Society, treasurer of the student council, and was a member of the International Club. She also held multiple leadership roles in the Future Farmers of America Organization, including president, secretary and treasurer. Outside of school, she served as secretary and president of the 4-H Club and was a beef project representative for the 4-H Junior Livestock Committee, Clarion County Chapter.
Lilly Mahle was awarded the Dr. John L. Johnston Memorial Scholarship.
A 2024 graduate of Clarion-Limestone High School, Lilly is currently attending Gannon University to pursue a career as a physician assistant. She was recognized for her academic achievements with acceptance into the honors college at Gannon University and received recognition on the dean’s list, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence. She is also active in the Red Cross Club and Relay for Life Club.
Emileigh Mahle was awarded a Stroup Family Nursing Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Clarion Area High School, Emileigh will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She was a member of the National Honor Society and played varsity softball, earning ALL- Conference honors in her sophomore and junior years.
Baylee McCracken was awarded a Stroup Family Nursing Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Brookville Area Jr./Sr. High School, Baylee will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue an Associate of Science in Nursing. She was a member of the National Honor Society, Med Club and Bible Club, and volunteered at concession stands and benefit dinners for the Knox Township Volunteer Fire Department.
Allison Ochs was awarded a Joseph & Helen Miller Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of North Clarion High School, Allison will attend Duquesne University to pursue a pharmacy career. She was a member of the Science Olympiad team, earning several regional medals, and competed in the Academic Decathlon, where she placed first in the honors division and helped the team earn multiple individual medals. She was also a programmer and builder on the Vex Robotics team and played center defender on the school’s soccer team.
Taylor Ripple was awarded a Fran Shope Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Redbank Valley High School, Taylor will attend Grove City College to pursue a career as a physician assistant. She was a member of the National Honor Society, served as secretary of the Yearbook Club, and treasurer of the Future Farmers of America Organization. Taylor was also a member of the volleyball team, where she served as captain for two years.
Karlee Smith was awarded the James B. Alexander Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Keystone Jr./Sr. High School, Karlee will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue a career in radiology. She was a member of both the National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society, served as vice president of the Allied Health program at the Clarion County Career Center, and was named to the director’s list. She also earned varsity letters in basketball and softball and volunteered with Grace Youth Missions.
Eva Wadding was awarded a Stroup Family Nursing Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Redbank Valley High School, Eva will attend PennWest Clarion University to pursue an Associate of Science in Nursing. She was a member of the National Technical Honor Society, served as president of both the Student Congress at the Clarion County Career Center and the Allied Health program, and was also a member of the student council.
Kya Wetzel was awarded a Joseph & Helen Miller Memorial Scholarship.
A 2025 graduate of Union High School, Kya will attend Geneva College to pursue a career as a physician assistant. She was active in the National Honor Society, student council, prom committee and Sports Club. She also played softball, basketball and volleyball, and was involved in the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
CLARION–The following students from Clarion Area High School were recognized during the Academic and Outstanding Achievement Awards ceremony.
CLARION – Allison Ochs June 18, 2025 -The Clarion Hospital Foundation, a charitable arm of Independence Health System, recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to twelve area high school graduates from across Clarion County who plan to pursue careers in the healthcare field. Recipients were sele…
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CLARION–Following is the principal’s list and honor roll for the fourth nine week grading period of the 2024-25 school year at Clarion Area High School:
FRILLS CORNERS — North Clarion High School has announced its principal’s list and honor roll for the fourth nine-week grading period for the 2024-25 academic year.
TIONESTA–The staff at Forest Area Schools wish to recognize these students for their accomplishments during the final segment of the 2024-25 year.
CLARION — Pennsylvania Western University has been awarded a $398,923 Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship (CTRA) Programs grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry.
FRILLS CORNERS
RIMERSBURG — What follows is a list of Union High School students who are being recognized for the Principal’s List or honor roll in the final segment of the 2024-25 academic year:
FOXBURG—These students from Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District are recognized by the staff for the fourth segment of the 2024-25 year:
FOXBURG—The students from Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School were recognized by the staff for the fourth segment of the 2024-25 year:
North Clarion High School held its annual high school awards the day before the conclusion of the 2024-25 school year. Below are the winners of this year’s awards.
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CLARION — Pennsylvania Western University has received $999,931 through the Shapiro Administration’s Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program to expand dual enrollment opportunities for high school students in Pennsylvania.
High honor roll
KNOX — The following list of students earned above-average grades and were named to the honor roll and the Principal’s List for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 academic year:
KNOX — Keystone High School has announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025.
CLARION — Clarion Area has announced Dr. Justin Arner as the keynote speaker for its 136th commencement ceremony being held tonight (May 29) at 7 p.m..
CLARION TWP. – Clarion-Limestone High School has announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced that $2 million is available to enable Pennsylvania residents to take a high school equivalency exam free of charge when they test at non-restricted public testing sites or take the exam via online proctoring. The funding …
KITTANNING — The Armstrong County Community Foundation awards scholarships to eligible high school and college students based on criteria created by the scholarship donors. This year, the Foundation is awarding $198,230 in scholarships! Over the past 24 years, the Foundation has awarded ove…
CLARION — Hannah Swartfager is the winner of the 2024-25 $1,000 Hannah Fox Scholarship awarded by The Garden Club of Clarion County.
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CLARION – Clarion Area High School has announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025.
RIMERSBURG – Union High School in Rimersburg has announced its Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2025.
CLARION — Clarion Area schools’ menus announced for breakfast and lunch. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION — Clarion Area schools’ menus announced for breakfast and lunch. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
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TIONESTA–West Forest School staff recognized these students for their “seventh-inning stretch” efforts during the third nine-weeks of the 2024-25 year:
RIMERSBURG.—The following students were recognized at Union High School for being named to the Principal’s List or Honor Roll during the third segment of the 2024-25 academic year.
KNOX — Keystone High School has announced Angela Brown as its 2025 commencement speaker.
CLARION TWP. — Clarion-Limestone High School has listed its high honor and honor roll for the third nine weeks of the 2021-22 school year.
FRILLS CORNERS — North Clarion High School has announced its principal’s list and honor roll for the third nine-week grading period for the 2024-25 academic year.
CLARION COUNTY–Clarion Area schools’ menus announced for breakfast and lunch. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
FOXBURG — Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District has announced its principal’s list and honor roll for the third quarter of the 2024-25 academic year.
CLARION TWP. –Clarion-Limestone Elementary School has announced its principal’s list and honor roll for the third grading period of the 2024-25 school year.
CLARION COUNTY — Clarion Area schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
KNOX—The principal and staff of Keystone School District applaud students’ efforts for the third segment of the 2024-25 academic year.
CLARION–Following is the principal’s list and honor roll for the third nine weeks at Clarion Area High School for 2024-2025:
CLARION COUNTY–Clarion Area schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION COUNTY–Clarion Area schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
FOXBURG — We are currently developing plans for the registration of children who will be entering Allegheny-Clarion Valley in August 2025.
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CLARION—The Garden Clubs Federation of Pennsylvania District VIII is accepting applications for the $1,000 Helen Roberge Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.
CLARION COUNTY–Clarion Area schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
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FOXBURG — The A-C Valley Junior-Senior High School “Students of the Month” program provides teachers and staff opportunities to recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding academic accomplishments, extraordinary effort or achievement in extracurricular activities, exemplary attitud…
CLARION—The Garden Clubs Federation of Pennsylvania District VIII is accepting applications for the $1,000 Helen Roberge Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.
CLARION — Clarion County schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION—The Garden Clubs Federation of Pennsylvania District VIII is accepting applications for the $1,000 Helen Roberge Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.
CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
CLARION—The Garden Clubs Federation of Pennsylvania District VIII is accepting applications for the $1,000 Helen Roberge Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year.
CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) announced that it will embark on a statewide stakeholder engagement tour to gather input on the creation of a new strategic plan for higher education in Pennsylvania. Established under the Public School Code after Governor …
CLARION — Clarion County schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts
FRILLS CORNERS — Following is the principal’s list and honor roll for the second grading period at North Clarion Junior Senior High School:
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CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
CLARION — Clarion Area schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION — PennWest College of Health Sciences and Human Services and the Crime Victim Center – Erie County are co-sponsoring a conference, “Sexual Assault Response: Creating Hope and Healing Through Equitable and Inclusive Practice,” April 9 and 10 at PennWest Edinboro.
HARRISBURG – The Shapiro Administration is encouraging organizations across the Commonwealth to help provide nutritious meals to children in low-income areas during the summer months through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s (PDE) Summer Food Service Program. New sponsors must apply…
CLARION — In the past few years, Timothy John has finished high school, immigrated to the United States with his family, enrolled as a biology/pre-med major at PennWest Clarion, joined the Navy Reserve, and has become an American citizen.
FRILLS CORNERS–North Clarion High School announces honor roll and principal’s list for the second segment of the 2024-25 academic year.
FOXBURG—The principal and staff at Allegheny-Clarion Valley Elementary School congratulate the intermediate students for their success in the second segment of the 2024-25 school year.
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TIONESTA—The principal and staff of West Forest High School recognize the following students for the second nine weeks of the 2024-25 academic year:
TIONESTA—The principal and staff of West Forest Elementary School recognize the following students for the second nine weeks of the 2024-25 academic year:
CLARION — Independence Health System’s Clarion Hospital Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholarships support local high school graduates and future graduates who have demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in pursuing healthcar…
CLARION — Pennsylvania Western University is maintaining strong momentum as spring 2025 enrollment data highlight growth in graduate and dual enrollment programs.
CLARION — Independence Health System’s Clarion Hospital Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholarships support local high school graduates and future graduates who have demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in pursuing healthcar…
CLARION — The Clarion Chapter of Rotary International will be accepting applications for $6,000 worth of scholarships through March 31, 2025.
CLARION — Clarion County schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
CLARION—School staff members applaud students who excelled with academic goals for the second segment of the 2024-25 year:
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CLARION — The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug & Alcohol Commission is pleased to announce the request for application for the 2025 Bernie Smith Memorial Scholarship. The honorees shall be chosen from the 2025 graduating class of the high schools located in Armstrong, Clarion, and Indiana…
CLARION TOWNSHIP–The principal and faculty recognize elementary students of Clarion-Limestone during the second quarter of the 2024-2025 school year:
CLARION — Clarion County schools announce the following breakfast and lunch menus. Unless otherwise indicated, all breakfasts include fruit and/or juice and milk, and all lunches include milk.
FOXBURG–What follows is a list of honor roll students
CLARION — Independence Health System’s Clarion Hospital Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. The scholarships support local high school graduates and future graduates who have demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in pursuing healthcar…
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