Centre County’s Economic Roadmap: A Fresh Look at the Strategic Plan
We caught up with Greg Scott, President and CEO of the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County to get some updates.
“The Tocqueville Blueprint: Why Nonprofits Exist & What They Mean for Happy Valley”
Centre County is home to a powerful network of tax-exempt organizations that drive progress and enhance quality of life. From Penn State and Mount Nittany Health to the Centre County United Way, these institutions exist not to profit, but to serve—ensuring that every dollar earned is reinvested into education, healthcare, and social services rather than distributed to shareholders.
Leadership in Uncertain Times: Lessons from Tocqueville for Happy Valley
As Happy Valley navigates a changing economic and social landscape, the principles Alexis de Tocqueville observed in 19th-century America offer a blueprint for leadership today.
Happy Valley in the polar vortex
As we experience a polar vortex sweeping across much of the United States, with frigid temperatures and icy conditions disrupting daily life, it’s worth reflecting on the extreme weather challenges facing other parts of the country.
Quality of Life in Happy Valley
“Where else can I go for a remote hike, experience some of the best bird-watching, hang out at a quality coffee shop, check out a concert or show, and catch a Big-Ten sporting event all in the same day? Oh, and if I want more adventure, I can visit Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, DC, or NYC in under 5 hours.”
Playoff Fever hits Happy Valley
By Chris Buchignani What began as a dream is now reality: The unparalleled spectacle of a Penn State home football Saturday will collide with the national fanfare of college football’s first 12-team playoff right here in Happy Valley the weekend before Christmas. Fans and locals pondered the tantalizing possibility from the moment that the sport’s […]
Top 10 Reasons to be HappyValley Thankful
As we gather this Thanksgiving, the crew of HappyValley Industry reflects on all the incredible reasons to be grateful for living and working in Happy Valley, the vibrant home of Penn State University. From world-class education to natural beauty, here are 10 ranked reasons we’re celebrating this holiday season: 1. World-Class Education (Penn State ranks […]
Happy Valley’s role in the Alleghenies
By Jodie Dello Stritto In the state of Pennsylvania’s new tourism brand, the Great American Getaway, Happy Valley is featured prominently as a key destination in the Alleghenies region. The Alleghenies includes Centre, Cambria, Blair, Huntingdon, Mifflin, Juniata, Bedford and Fulton Counties and is a prime stop for visitors seeking a blend of natural beauty, […]
Getting around Happy Valley: It’s easier than you think
By Holly Riddle Photo by William F. Yurasko For those born and raised in Happy Valley — or at least for those who’ve lived in the region for the past few decades — it can be easy to settle into one’s little corner of the county and stay there, rarely venturing out to visit other […]
