By Sarah Taylor  Penn State alum Steve Koval moved back to the Happy Valley region in 1986. Almost 40 years later, he’s the founder of Nittany Strategic Solutions LLC and plans to stay in the area for the long haul.  His reasoning? Simple — the combination of “community, outdoor adventures,

by Sarah Taylor Located in the picturesque Pennsylvanian Alleghenies, Omni’s Bedford Springs Resort offers a serene escape into nature coupled with rich historical charm. While the luxury resort dates back to the early 19th century, its modern amenities and extensive outdoor activities make it a sought-after destination for outdoor enthusiasts,

by Holly Riddle When is Happy Valley at its busiest and most bustling? Some might say fall football weekends, when Nittany Lion fans flock from near and far to fill up the 100,000-plus seats in Beaver Stadium. However, those people would be wrong.  “Hotel performance is probably the best barometer

by Sarah Taylor  For decades, the real estate market has been shaped by a standard 6% commission fee on home transactions (in discussions with local real estate agents all have stated emphatically that commission rates were always negotiable.) But now, with a groundbreaking antitrust settlement poised to disrupt this, let’s