Greensburg, PA:  The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg invites high school juniors and seniors to experience life on campus during its "Overnight Visit" on March 28 and March 29. The Overnight Visit gives students the opportunity to stay in the residence halls, attend a class session, and enjoy many campus activities. Presentations from the Office of Admissions and the Office of Housing and Residence Life will also be available, as well as a student-led walking tour of campus. A $45 application fee waiver will be given to students who attend the Overnight Visit. Students who pay their deposits during the visit will also be able to apply for housing that day. The program begins at 5 p.m. on Sunday and ends at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 724-836-9880 to register or for more information.

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Greensburg, PA: The National Tour of STOMP returns for three performances to The Palace Theatre, 21 W.Otterman Street, Greensburg PA.  Touring off-Broadway since 1994, STOMP is a high-energy percussive symphony, coupled with dance, played entirely on unconventional instruments, such as garbage can lids, buckets, brooms and sticks.  Performances are Friday, April 2 at 8 PM and Saturday, April 3 at 2 PM & 8 PM.  Tickets for all shows are available through The Palace Theatre Box Office for $30, $37 and $45.  To purchase tickets online, visit The Palace Theatre website at www.thepalacetheatre.org or call The Palace Theatre Box Office at (724) 836-8000.  Presented by Westmoreland Cultural Trust, STOMP was founded on movement of bodies, objects, sounds – even abstract ideas – and is made completely original in a dynamic celebration of sound and movement.  STOMP’s return to The Palace since 2008’s nearly sold out shows promises “new surprises” with updated sections and two new routines. 

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Youngwood, PA:  In January the Westmoreland County Community College Alumni Association held a very successful fundraiser at Hoss's Steak & Sea House in Greensburg.  Many of the Alumni members, faculty, staff, friends and family attended which helped to make the event a success, and we greatly appreciate your help.

Because of the wonderful response, Hoss's has welcomed us as a Hoss's Fundraising Partner and issued us a Challenge. If we can raise $1,200 or more in sales for a single event date, Hoss’s will donate 25% of our sales to the Alumni Association. This is a great opportunity for the Alumni Association as well as a fun time for everyone.  

The date of the challenge is Friday, March 26, 2010. Just bring your family and friends out to Hoss’s any time during the day or evening and enjoy a delicious meal.  It is as simple as that!

When ordering, please present this voucher to your server to make sure the Alumni Association gets credit.

The WCCC Alumni Association appreciates your help in meeting this challenge, and we wish to thank each and every one of you for your support.

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Greensburg, PA:  Give daffodils. Give hope. Help support the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days in Westmoreland County during its 37th year. Fresh daffodils will be available for a donation of $10 for a bunch of 10 flowers at Westmoreland Mall, Excela Health hospitals, and a number of area stores from March 18th through the 21st.

Birthdays R. Hope, the sixth in a special BoydsT Bear collection designed exclusively for the American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days Bear and a BunchT, can be ordered for a donation of $25.

Funds raised support the American Cancer Society's research, education, advocacy, and service programs.

For more information, call 724-834-9081 or visit http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=278155310967.

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Charleroi, PA:  Two structures built by General Industries (GI) have been honored by VP Buildings, one of the nation’s largest manufacturers of metal building systems.

The highly competitive Hall of Fame Awards are presented annually to Authorized VP Builders for outstanding integration of building systems, products, and design.

This year, GI received awards for two buildings. The Mid-Atlantic Sports Cars dealership, located in Morgantown, WV, won the Hall of Fame award for the “Automobile” Category and the “Best of” Category. The dealership is owned by Mid Atlantic, LLC and consists of a 6,500 square foot, one-story new construction, pre-engineered VP Building. Omni Associates-Architects were the architects for the project.

Paladin Professional Center, located in Mt. Pleasant, PA, won the Hall of Fame award for the “Office” Category. The Center is owned by Vale Vista Associates and is a 43,000 square foot, two-story office building.

“We truly value our relationship with VP Buildings who have been constructing VP Buildings since 1979,” said Don Ivill, President of General Industries. “We are honored to receive these awards and will continue to strive for excellence with each structure we build.”

About General Industries
We commit to providing the most streamlined construction and real estate experiences. Every detail has been carefully taken into consideration, and General Industries team members immerse themselves in your project every step of the way. The planning, construction or management of any business facility is a major undertaking. At General Industries, we do everything necessary to make the process as completely seamless as possible. We have developed innovative systems to maintain client satisfaction while minimizing doubts and concerns, including build-to-own or lease-to-own options. We will keep you informed every step of the way, and welcome your input as the project progresses. We make it our responsibility to get the job done right. For more information, please visit www.genindustries.com.

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Greensburg, PA:  Students at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg have challenged members of the faculty and staff to a basketball game to raise funds for Arc of Westmoreland. The game will be held Tuesday, March 23, at 8:30 p.m. in Chambers Gymnasium. Pitt-Greensburg students will be asked to donate $1 at the door and all others will be asked for a $2 donation to enter the game.

Men's Basketball Coach Jeromy Yetter will coach the faculty and staff team, which is hoping for a repeat of last year's victory. Expected to play are Patrick Ross, sports information director; Dr. Matthew Luderer, assistant professor of Chemistry; Dr. Todd Brown, assistant professor of Physics; Anthony Berich, director of Athletics; Dr. Timothy Savisky, assistant professor of Biology; Dr. Gary Hart, instructor of Mathematics; Troy Ross, coordinator of Housing and Residence Life; Jason Giran, assistant Men's Basketball coach; and Cody Hartzler, assistant Men's Basketball coach.
Women's Basketball Coach Carol Gelet will coach the student team. Students who participate on the men's and women's basketball teams will serve as referees for the game.

Kendra Sims, director of housing and residence life, will choreograph a half-time dance routine to be performed by members of the Student Services staff.

This is the second year that the event is being sponsored by the Student Government Association (SGA). Each year, SGA plans a variety of events and activities to raise funds for a selected charity. The student representatives have made a conscious decision to support local charities in order to benefit Westmoreland County. A car wash is also planned for Monday, April 12 (weather permitting). Last year, SGA raised $1,128 through the charity basketball game and the sale of several items, including "Sixth Man"
T-shirts and Bruiser the Bobcat Beanie Babies.

Founded in 1963, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is a publicly assisted, four-year, liberal arts college in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Pitt-Greensburg offers 23 baccalaureate degree programs, including a new Spanish major and a new Secondary Education major, as well as 19 minors, and numerous pre-professional options. Fifteen percent of Pitt-Greensburg's full-time faculty-the highest percentage of any University of Pittsburgh campus-have received the prestigious University-wide Chancellor's Distinguished Teaching Award.

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Greensburg, PA:  The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg recently announced the dates and topics for Quest 2010: Finding Your Future Summer Camp. This is the second year the program will be available to high school students interested in exploring career options during one-day seminars.

Sponsored by the Offices of Career Services and Admissions, the seminars will include hands-on career activities, featured speakers, and career information. Career Horizons: A Regional Career Education Partnership for Westmoreland and Fayette Counties under the Private Industry Council and the Westmoreland Fayette Workforce Investment Board is the primary sponsor of the camp.

The camps are open to any student entering grades nine through 11 in the fall of 2010. Each program will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m.  Students may register for one day or for the complete program. A registration fee of $25 per day is required and includes lunch and snacks.

To register, call 724-838-8040 or visit www.greensburg.pitt.edu/quest.  Registration is required, and space is limited. Deadline for registration is Friday, June 11, at 5 p.m.

Camp scholarships are also available. To apply, students are required to submit a 100-200 word statement about what they hope to gain by attending Quest 2010: Finding Your Future at the time of registration.

Two types of camps will be offered. The first, Discovery 101, is designed for the student who is still exploring and will include activities, interest assessments, and several panel presentations by professionals speaking about a wide range of careers. Discovery 101 will be offered Tuesday, June 22.

The second camp, Pathways to Professions, will feature one-day themed seminars designed for the student with an interest in a particular career area, including:
• Monday, June 28  – Engineering and Math; • Tuesday, June 29 – The Legal System; • Wednesday, June 30  – Education and Other Helping Professions; • Thursday, July 1 – Health Care.

As part of the Pathways to Professions program, in addition to the activities and panels, the Office of Academic Advising will discuss the education necessary to pursue a career in the particular field. 

Founded in 1963, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is a publicly assisted, four-year, liberal arts college in southwestern Pennsylvania. Pitt-Greensburg offers 22 baccalaureate degree programs, including a new major in Spanish, 19 minors, and numerous pre-professional options.  Fifteen percent of Pitt-Greensburg’s full-time faculty—the highest percentage of any University of Pittsburgh campus—have received the prestigious University-wide Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award.

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Greensburg, PA:  Sam’s Club has announced an incentive offer available to all Westmoreland Chamber members.  Employees and members will receive a $10 Sam’s Club Gift Card when signing up for a new Sam’s Club Membership or when renewing an existing membership by May 10th.   Sam’s Club members enjoy terrific savings on merchandise, services, and more! 

Advantage Membership:  for $40, you’ll receive exceptional values every day on essentials, services and more for your home and family.  Membership includes one card for your and one for a household member over 18 years of age, as well as full shopping privileges at more than 600 Club locations nationwide.

Sam’s Club Plus Membership:  For $100, you’ll receive all the benefits of Advantage Membership, plus additional savings on services and automatic enrollment in eValues (learn more at samsclub.com/evalues).

100% satisfaction guaranteed on membership!  If you are ever dissatisfied, we’ll refund your Membership fee in full!

To become a member, bring this offer along with proof of employment or affiliation to the Member Services Desk of your local Sam’s Club.  Upon payment, you will receive a $10 Sam’s Club Gift Card. 

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