Moshannon Valley Federal Prison 6:52 pm
Not the best way to start the new year that’s what many are saying in the Moshannon Valley area after hearing about the uncertain future for an institution that’s a major economic factor for the region.
Shocked and stunned that’s just some of the reaction in the Philipsburg area after hearing that a major employer, the federal prison just a few miles outside of town, could be closing in two months.
At his True Value hardware store, the owner is among those in disbelief about the possible closing of the Moshannon Valley Correctional Facility.