CENTRE COUNTY — The holiday season is a time for reflection and giving thanks and this Thanksgiving, the team at The Centre County Gazette has so much to be thankful for.
Tiara Snare, the general manager at The Gazette, expressed her gratitude for her work, family, friends and more.
“As a mom of two energetic little boys, I am incredibly thankful this Thanksgiving for the gift of family, health and community,” Snare remarked. “Balancing work and motherhood is no small feat, but the support from my team, the smiles of my children and the love from our community makes it all worthwhile. This season reminds me to cherish the little moments, celebrate the big wins and always be grateful for the people who make life so meaningful.”
Jessi Blanarik, the managing editor of The Centre County Gazette, echoed this sentiment, adding how the people in her life have brought her immense joy.
“This year, I have seen my friendships, family and community connections grow,” Blanarik said. “I have been so lucky to be surrounded by an amazing network of loved ones who continually remind me that you can find hope in the people around you who share your values, and I have been blessed to see all the beauty that has sprung up in my life because of them.”
For Danielle Blake, the assistant editor at The Gazette, gratitude stems from the life she’s been working toward and the support she receives.
“I am thankful for this quiet, happy little life I’ve been building for myself, including my home, partner, cats, friends and career,” Blake noted. “Every day I am grateful for where I’m at right now, all of the ways in which I am still growing and learning and for all the love and support I get to experience as well as give to others.”
Billi Hoover, the sales manager for The Centre County Gazette, reflected on the many blessings in her life, especially her family.
“I am so incredibly thankful for the blessings in my life,” Hoover said. “My amazing family, my supportive friends and the gift of good health that we all share. I feel deeply grateful for the love, joy and strength that surrounds me, and for the precious gift of my kids. Every day I’m reminded how lucky I am to have such a beautiful support system and health to enjoy it all.”
For Hannah Bryan, The Gazette’s ad coordinator, family tops her list of things to be thankful for.
“I’m very thankful for the family that I have been given,” Bryan remarked. “They are worth everything to me and I know I wouldn’t be where I am today without the life my parents have worked so hard to provide. My sisters have kept my life more fun and I will always look forward to the adventures we will take together.”
The team at The Centre County Gazette also extends their heartfelt gratitude to the community, readers and advertisers. It’s with this support that The Gazette is able to continue to provide free, weekly, community-driven news and stories as a vital source of connection and information in Centre County.
As a locally owned publication, The Centre County Gazette relies on the community to ensure that the newspaper remains a dedicated and trusted resource.
Happy Thanksgiving from The Centre County Gazette. We are thankful for you.
