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Hot Spots
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Upcoming Events
Community events around Blair County — mark your calendar.
Sci-Fi Valley Con 2026
Sunday, Oct 18
5:00 PM
Sheetz For the Kidz Prize-A-Palooza 2026
Saturday, Oct 24
1:00 AM
Phoenix Volunteer Fire Department Halloween Parade
Sunday, Nov 1
1:00 AM
Altoona Wine Shine 'n Pierogie Palooza
Saturday, Nov 14
7:30 PM
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Recent Newsletters
The latest issues from The Blair Buzz.
Your Blair County Halloween Guide 🎃
Charles SiskTrick-or-treat dates, Baker Mansion lantern tours, a hometown parade and gentle family fun.
Read moreNew Altoona Train, K-9 Aron & $80K in Local Grants
Charles SiskMore train departures, a new Sheriff's K-9, community grants and October events across Blair County.
Read moreHalloween Hype Isn't Blair County's Biggest Story: Cancer Walk, CEO Honors & PennDOT Jobs
Charles SiskBlair fall frights, the 41st Making Strides walk, a top CEO & PennDOT jobs—read on!
Read moreMall in Limbo: College Weighs Exit, Buyers Organize; Bridge Limits & Teacher’s Sudan Well
Charles SiskLogan Valley Mall’s future, a Sudan well tribute & a bridge update—see what’s happening!
Read moreLatest Articles
Recent posts & guides from around Blair County.
Williamsburg Community Run Honors a Life Through Animal Care
Charles SiskLaces for Alli participants turn remembrance into support for a regional humane society
Read moreDowntown Shopping Spotlight Brings Hollidaysburg New Attention
Charles SiskIndependent storefronts, historic streets and nearby parks make a Blair County day trip
Read moreHigh School Football live scoreboard — Week 8 - Altoona Mirror
Charles SiskPennsylvania high school football results and Friday night scores
Read moreRunning on empty: Farmers eye high diesel fuel costs as fall harvest underway
Charles SiskAgricultural diesel fuel and rising farm fuel costs
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