We remember former World's Strongest Man and local legend Don Reinhoudt with Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame President Randy Anderson. … [Read more...]
World’s Strongest Man, Local Legend Don Reinhoudt Has Died
A former World's Strongest Man and Chautauqua County legend, Don Reinhoudt, has died. Formerly of Brocton and then Lily Dale, Reinhoudt died Monday following a one-car accident on Glasgow Road in the town of Pomfret. The exact cause of death is … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Striders, Infinity Performing Arts Co-Founder Ron Graham Honored
Co-founder of Chautauqua Striders and the Infinity Performing Arts Program, Ron Graham, was recognized at the Robert H. Jackson Center Wednesday. Chautauqua County Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Randy Anderson said Graham has become an … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Small Things Considered – Randy Anderson Discusses Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2022
WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Randy Anderson, director of the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame, about the 2022 Induction Class and the upcoming annual Banquet - set for Presidents Day (Feb. 21) at the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club. Inductees for this … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board to Vote February 1 on New Mascot, Logo
The Jamestown School Board will vote at its February 1st meeting on the new mascot and logo for Jamestown High School. Board President Paul Abbott said he will present a resolution to accept the proposed change of the mascot to the "big cat" that … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame Announced 2022 Inductees
The Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2022. The Board of Directors will honor inductees, both living and alive, at its 40th Annual Induction Banquet at the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club on Presidents' Day in February … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Randy Anderson – July 29, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley met with Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Randy Anderson about what the Hall of Fame is up to this year and more. … [Read more...]
Hugh Bedient Marker Unveiled in Falconer Park
The Village of Falconer was joined by Hugh Bedient's family to dedicate a historical marker for the Baseball Star. Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame President Randy Anderson shared Bedient's story with the crowd gathered last night. Anderson said … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Book Focusing on History of Professional Baseball in Jamestown Gets an Update
WRFARadio · Community Matters - Discussion on Jamestown Baseball History Book, Oct. 3, 2020 JAMESTOWN - A book capturing the history of professional baseball in Jamestown has been updated and republished to include additional details since its first … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Jammers Will ‘Go Dark’ in 2019 and Reorganize Under New Ownership
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Jammers collegiate league baseball team won’t be taking the field in 2019. That was the news delivered Wednesday during a press conference at Russell E. Diethrick Jr. Park as the owners of the collegiate team – ROC … [Read more...]
