What started with one simple question has grown into a beautiful tradition where everyone has a place to belong. The Daily Courier Connellsviller recently shared the story behind the Under the Stars Special Needs Prom, founded in 2019 after Jamie Basinger asked why there was not a dance where she and others with special needs could dress up, enjoy music, and celebrate together. Thanks to the dedication of Glenda McLaughlin, the late Rita Rosensteel, Kelly Linko, and many volunteers and supporters, that question became an annual celebration filled with friendship, dancing, laughter, and lasting memories. The next Under the Stars Special Needs Prom will be held Saturday, July 17, 2027. Thank you to the Daily Courier for highlighting this special Fayette County tradition!
Fayette Metal Supply is showing us what it means to be Made in Fayette. In just one year, the company has continued to grow, expand its reach, and establish itself as a reliable local manufacturer. Specializing in custom-cut metal roofing and siding, Fayette Metal Supply provides durable materials for residential and commercial projects. Their Sherwin-Williams coated products include a 40-year paint warranty and are made right here in the USA. 🇺🇸 Businesses like Fayette Metal Supply support local jobs, strengthen American manufacturing, and help move Fayette County forward. We are proud to highlight the people, products, and businesses that are Made in Fayette! What other locally made products should we discover next? #DiscoverFayette #MadeInFayette #FayetteCountyPA #Manufacturing #SupportLocal
Connellsville High School was one of 1,100 institutions across the nation to receive a piece of the Twin Towers following their collapse from the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. For the 25th anniversary since the 9/11 attacks, WQED visited the school to see how people are honoring this solemn occasion.
A new season is the perfect time to try something different! What is one Fayette County, PA restaurant, shop, attraction, trail, or community you would like to discover this season? Share your answer in the comments. You may find a few new ideas from your neighbors, too! New Season. New Start. More to Discover. #discoverfayette #FayetteCoPA
A piece of our nation’s history is preserved right here in Fayette County, PA. Connellsville Area High School (Connellsville Connellsville Area School District) was one of only 1,100 organizations across the country to receive a piece of the Twin Towers following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. As we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, WQED visited the school to share how students, staff, and community members are honoring this solemn occasion and ensuring future generations never forget. Watch the video and discover this meaningful tribute in Fayette County. Full video is available on our YouTube channel (youtube.com/WQED)
What an incredible celebration! On Sunday, September 6, Calvary Assembly of God - Connellsville honored two very special members of its church family. Betty Lou celebrated her 100th birthday this year, and Clare celebrated her 103rd! Please join us in wishing these remarkable ladies a very happy birthday. Their lives, stories, and presence are truly a treasured part of our Fayette County, PA community. ❤️🎉 Moments like these remind us that some of the most wonderful things to discover in Fayette are the people who call it home. Pictured: Pastor Matt Goldsberry, Betty Lou and Clare
Its almost a new season and Fayette County, PA is filled with local restaurants serving everything from sandwiches and salads to comfort food and sweet treats. If a friend were visiting Fayette County, where would you take them for lunch? Tag your favorite local spot in the comments and help others discover something delicious! New seasons, new starts, and more local flavors to Discover Fayette! #DiscoverFayette #TasteSomethingLocal #SupportLocal #FayetteCountyPA
This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the people who keep Fayette County, PA moving! From maintaining our communities and caring for our properties to building, operating equipment, and working behind the scenes, local workers make a difference every day. As you enjoy the holiday close to home, take a moment to recognize those who are still on the job. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our community! Summer isn’t over yet, so get out and Discover Fayette PA! #DiscoverFayette #LaborDay #FayetteCountyPA #SupportLocal
Some places stay with us because of the memories we’ve made there. A family picnic, a favorite downtown shop, Friday night football, or a tradition you still look forward to each year. What’s a favorite memory you’ve made in Fayette County, PA? Share your story or an old photo in the comments. We’d love to hear what makes this place special to you! #DiscoverFayette #FayetteCountyPA
Ever pass a shop and think, “I need to stop in there”? Make this the week you do! Take a little time to browse a Fayette County, PA shop you’ve never visited. You might find the perfect gift, something for yourself, or a new favorite place to shop. What local shop would you recommend? Tag them in the comments! Discover Fayette PA , one local shop at a time.
Fayette County, PA is a proud part of the Laurel Highlands, and our beautiful fall scenery deserves your vote! 🍂🍁 There are only THREE MORE DAYS to vote for the Laurel Highlands as USA TODAY 10 Best’s Best Destination for Fall Colors. Our friends at GO Laurel Highlands work hard to showcase Fayette County and our entire region as a destination worth discovering. Let’s support their efforts and help bring home the win! You can vote once each day through September 7. 🍁 Vote here: https://10best.usatoday.com/.../laurel-highlands.../ Vote today. Vote tomorrow. Let’s put Fayette County and the Laurel Highlands in the national spotlight! 🏆
A long weekend. A little time to explore. Plenty to discover close to home. This Labor Day weekend, make room for something local. Grab a meal, browse a few shops, take a walk, or visit a Fayette County, PA spot you’ve been meaning to check out. Summer isn’t over yet! How are you spending the holiday weekend? Go Out ~ Discover Fayette #DiscoverFayette #ExploreLocal #EatLocal #ShopLocal
New seasons, new starts, more to discover! 🍂 September is here, and we’re welcoming a new season in Fayette County, PA! This month, we’ll share ideas for exploring close to home, supporting local businesses, and finding something new to enjoy. Visit somewhere you’ve never been, make plans with a friend, or take another look at a favorite spot. You don’t have to go far to make a new memory. Go out - Discover Fayette and tell us what are you looking forward to in Fayette County this September? #DiscoverFayette #ANewSeasonInFayette
🦋 Discover Fayette PA ’s beauty right in your own backyard! Fayette County, PA residents, businesses, schools and community groups can help the Laurel Highlands reach its goal of 250 new certified Monarch Waystations in celebration of America250 anniversary. By providing milkweed and nectar plants, your garden can help monarch butterflies grow, feed and continue their migration. Already have a pollinator garden? Your property may qualify! Let’s get more Fayette County gardens involved and help protect the butterflies that make our outdoor spaces even more special. 🌼 Get outside, get planting and Discover Fayette! Learn more about the requirements and how to participate: https://tinyurl.com/5xezxt27
Throughout August, our **Before Summer Ends** series shared plenty of ways to enjoy the season right here in Fayette County—from trails, waterfalls and river adventures to fairs, history and familiar hometown views. August may be coming to a close, but summer isn’t over just yet. There’s still time for one more adventure, one more day outside or one more visit to a local favorite. Go out and Discover Fayette!
Fayette County, PA talent is making headlines! 🏈 Congratulations to Connellsville Area School District’s Linkon Keller, whose incredible 84-yard touchdown reception against Southmoreland was named WTAE-TV Pittsburgh's Operation Football Play of the Week! What an exciting moment for Linkon, the Falcons and the entire Connellsville community! 💙🤍 We love seeing our local student-athletes shine across the region. Congratulations, Linkon!
Go and Vote for Connellsville Football player Linkon for Play of the Week!! What an amazing catch which led to an 84 yard touchdown. Click on link, scroll down to the Connellsville logo to vote. 🏈
Dolly Parton’s legacy of literacy lives on right here in Fayette County, PA. Please consider making a donation in her memory to help the Fayette County Imagination Library continue providing free books to local children from birth to age five. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps keep the books coming and Dolly’s dream alive!
As MOST Fayette County, PA schools head back to class today, please use extra caution during your morning and afternoon commutes. Watch for students at bus stops, slow down in school zones and know when you are required to stop for a school bus. A few extra minutes of patience can help keep our students safe throughout the school year! 🚌📚
Take a step back in time with the Fayette County Historical Society and the Abel Colley Tavern & Museum! Their Facebook page is filled with fascinating photographs, stories and pieces of Fayette County history that help keep our local heritage alive. Follow their page, learn more about the people and places that shaped our community, and get out and Discover Fayette PA! 👉 Fayette County Historical Society/Abel Colley Tavern & Museum
Congratulations to Fayette County Community Action Agency, Inc. on celebrating 60 years of serving Fayette County, PA! For six decades, the agency has helped individuals and families throughout our community through its many programs, resources, and services. Thank you for 60 years of service to Fayette County. Here’s to many more! Happy 60th Anniversary from Discover Fayette PA!
What a wonderful example of community appreciation! As featured in today’s Daily Courier, West Crawford Elementary teacher Emily Wiatrak, of the Connellsville Area School District, received a special surprise from Connellsville Area Community Ministries in recognition of her dedication to her students. Emily was nominated by fellow teacher Deanna Mongell Reilly and honored with a collection of classroom supplies, stuffed animals, tissues and a gift card to help prepare her classroom for the new school year. Thank you to Connellsville Area Community Ministries for supporting our local educators, and congratulations to Emily on this well-deserved recognition! Photo and story courtesy of the The Daily Courier Connellsville.
It’s still fair season in Fayette County, PA and we sure do love our fairs! Head to the Bullskin Township Community Fair tonight, Wednesday, August 19, for the Professional Rodeo beginning at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, bronc riding and more. Come experience the thrills, tradition and western pride right here in Fayette County!
Families are invited to a day of fun, resources and support in Republic! Join Fayette County Community Action Agency and Beverly’s Babies in the Burgh on Thursday, August 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Redstone Satellite Center. Enjoy backpack and school supply giveaways, fresh produce, car seat checks, baby items, hot dogs, interact with emergency vehicles and more!
🌾 A century of farming, family, and tradition! Congratulations to the Dorazio family on being named a Centennial Farm! Phillip Dorazio purchased the farm in 1915, and four generations later, the family is still proudly working the land in Grindstone, Fayette County. Today, the tradition continues with the current generation: John Dorazio, Seth Dorazio, and Joseph Augustine, who carry forward the family’s legacy of hard work, dedication, and love for the land. What a beautiful legacy of commitment to our community. Here’s to the Dorazio family and the generations still to come! 💚 #GoFayetteGrow #FayetteCounty #LocalFarms
Get the family together for a nice camping trip, or even a quick day trip in your own back yard! The Blue Canoe RV Resort is one of many incredible camping destinations in our beautiful county. Be sure to Discover Fayette before summer ends! #discoverfayettepa #camping #riverview #ConnellsvillePA #beforesummerends
The Dawson Grange Community Fair continues this week, and there is still plenty of time to join the fun! While you’re there, stop by the Grange Building and take part in the scavenger hunt. It’s a fun way to explore the exhibits and see what you can discover along the way. We love our fairs in Fayette County, PA and the traditions, agriculture and community spirit they celebrate. Make plans to visit the Dawson Grange Fair this week and enjoy this local summertime tradition! Get out and Discover Fayette PA! 🎡🌽🔍
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