Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/07/2016
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Georgie Stevenson Memorial Friday At Big Diamond
The prestigious B&H Landscaping George-Georgie Stevenson Memorial for the CJ’s Tire & Automotive Services 358 modifieds will take place this Friday after being postponed last week.
The 30-lap feature pays $4,000 to win and $300 to take the green along with the Mark’s Service Center cash dash for the 358 modifieds.
The U.S.S. Achey sportsman feature will pay $1,000 to win while the Savage 61 roadrunners and the Jasen's Automotive Night Street Stock Summer Shootout 30 which pays $1,081 to win and a cash dash will also take place for what is shaping up to be a tremendous night of racing in the coal region.
A great fireworks show is planned for intermission.
Admission for Friday is $25 while kids 12-and-under along with active military with a valid ID are free. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. with warm ups at 7:45 and racing gets underway at 8:15.
If needed, the Stevenson rain date will be July 15. If that date is lost to rain, then the new date would be Sunday, July 17, with the same show. The gates will open at 4, warm ups at 7:15 and racing starting at 7:45.
Georgie Stevenson was a young and avid Big Diamond fan who supported the track along with his family every week. Georgie battled cancer and sadly passed away at the age of 12. He worked hard to raise money for cancer research and at the same time loved the sport of auto racing. The first Georgie Stevenson Memorial event was contested at the speedway in 1980.
Georgie's father, George Stevenson, passed away unexpectedly in 2015. George’s presence at Big Diamond made a significant difference over the decades.
George was a champion for terminally ill kids and he worked tirelessly year-round to raise money and to present it to families to help defray the cost of treatment and expenses brought on by cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
One driver who is looking to pick up a win in the event is longtime modified campaigner Shawn Fitzpatrick, of Pottsville.
"It is always an honor for me to be a part of this event that had such significance and meaning," Fitzpatrick said. "I can't remember a time when George Sr., would walk by me without giving me a hug. He made you feel like the you were the most important person in the world."
This year's Georgie Stevenson Memorial will honor Dustin Rhoads from Wiconisco, PA.
Rhoads began battling stage 2 ductal cancer in 2012. He had a mastectomy in August 2012 followed by eight rounds of chemo. He was thought to be cancer-free for almost three years but on January 6, 2016, he went into the hospital for a routine hip replacement. Doctor came out and told him that they found more cancer. After more scans of his whole body they found out that he now has stage 4 madastsic breast cancer. The cancer is now in the bones.
On June 1, Dustin, who is 40, suffered a severe stroke and he is now paralyzed on his left side. He spent a week in Hershey Medical Center in the ICU Neuroscience unit and was then transported to Penn State Hershey rehabilitation center for intensive therapy.
The doctors have no clue how long he will be there. There will be a 50/50 on Friday to help him out as well as the drivers coming to the grandstands at intermission and taking donations in their helmets.
To keep up with the latest news about Big Diamond Speedway, be sure to like the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bigdiamondspeedway and follow the speedway on Twitter, @BigDSpeed
The 30-lap feature pays $4,000 to win and $300 to take the green along with the Mark’s Service Center cash dash for the 358 modifieds.
The U.S.S. Achey sportsman feature will pay $1,000 to win while the Savage 61 roadrunners and the Jasen's Automotive Night Street Stock Summer Shootout 30 which pays $1,081 to win and a cash dash will also take place for what is shaping up to be a tremendous night of racing in the coal region.
A great fireworks show is planned for intermission.
Admission for Friday is $25 while kids 12-and-under along with active military with a valid ID are free. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. with warm ups at 7:45 and racing gets underway at 8:15.
If needed, the Stevenson rain date will be July 15. If that date is lost to rain, then the new date would be Sunday, July 17, with the same show. The gates will open at 4, warm ups at 7:15 and racing starting at 7:45.
Georgie Stevenson was a young and avid Big Diamond fan who supported the track along with his family every week. Georgie battled cancer and sadly passed away at the age of 12. He worked hard to raise money for cancer research and at the same time loved the sport of auto racing. The first Georgie Stevenson Memorial event was contested at the speedway in 1980.
Georgie's father, George Stevenson, passed away unexpectedly in 2015. George’s presence at Big Diamond made a significant difference over the decades.
George was a champion for terminally ill kids and he worked tirelessly year-round to raise money and to present it to families to help defray the cost of treatment and expenses brought on by cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
One driver who is looking to pick up a win in the event is longtime modified campaigner Shawn Fitzpatrick, of Pottsville.
"It is always an honor for me to be a part of this event that had such significance and meaning," Fitzpatrick said. "I can't remember a time when George Sr., would walk by me without giving me a hug. He made you feel like the you were the most important person in the world."
This year's Georgie Stevenson Memorial will honor Dustin Rhoads from Wiconisco, PA.
Rhoads began battling stage 2 ductal cancer in 2012. He had a mastectomy in August 2012 followed by eight rounds of chemo. He was thought to be cancer-free for almost three years but on January 6, 2016, he went into the hospital for a routine hip replacement. Doctor came out and told him that they found more cancer. After more scans of his whole body they found out that he now has stage 4 madastsic breast cancer. The cancer is now in the bones.
On June 1, Dustin, who is 40, suffered a severe stroke and he is now paralyzed on his left side. He spent a week in Hershey Medical Center in the ICU Neuroscience unit and was then transported to Penn State Hershey rehabilitation center for intensive therapy.
The doctors have no clue how long he will be there. There will be a 50/50 on Friday to help him out as well as the drivers coming to the grandstands at intermission and taking donations in their helmets.
To keep up with the latest news about Big Diamond Speedway, be sure to like the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bigdiamondspeedway and follow the speedway on Twitter, @BigDSpeed
David Cassidy in Concert at the Schuylkill County Fair
"ID Me" at the Schuylkill County Fair
Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival This Weekend
The 9th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is set for Sunday July 10, 2016 from 10 AM to 5 PM, on the grounds of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, Carbon County. This unique, fun and educational event celebrates northeastern Pennsylvania’s coal region history, culture, art, crafts, food, and music. The event is presented by the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford and draws throngs of people each year to the popular event. Admission to the festival grounds and parking are free.
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Tuesday Night's Little League All Star Scores - 07/05/16
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Ashland Little League to Receive Grant for Projects
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Monday, July 4, 2016
Open Invitation To Folk And Traditional Artists to Attend An Informational Gathering at The Walk In Art Center
Schuylkill County, PA (June 30, 2016) The Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven has applied to The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts to become a regional Folk and Traditional Arts Center for Berks, Carbon and Schuylkill Counties and is reaching out to all folk and traditional artists in the area to help create this center.
Indian Campfire and Stories Scheduled at Sweet Arrow Lake Park
A campfire is scheduled on Saturday July 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Waterfall parking lot of Sweet Arrow Lake County Park for a Native American Indian program.
Competitive State Grants, Loans to Assist Local Projects
HARRISBURG – The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) approved several competitive grants and loans for projects across Schuylkill County, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representatives Neal Goodman (D-Schuylkill) and Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill/Dauphin).
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Sunday, July 3, 2016
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Photos and Video from Pottsville's Fireworks Celebration at the Station
Photos and Video from Pottsville's Fireworks Celebration at the Station
(Fireworks by Bixler Pyrotechnics Ashland)Saturday, July 2, 2016
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Friday, July 1, 2016
Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect Until Friday Evening
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