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The steering commission for Adams County’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States is hosting a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, to bring residents and business owners across the county up to date on local plans as well as invite members of the community to get involved. Commonly known as “America 250,” this
The Gettysburg Foundation is pleased to offer area residents and visitors to Gettysburg the opportunity to experience “An Evening with the Painting” on select dates in 2025. A popular program on the historic Gettysburg Cyclorama in the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, the first presentation in 2025 will take place Saturday, Jan.
The Gettysburg Adams Kiwanis Club celebrated its 70th anniversary this month as members reflected on the club’s decades of service to the community. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. At a local level, the club’s goal is to support the children of
by Brandt A. Ensor For the fourth year in a row, we take a look back at what was read most by each Adams County Library Branch in 2024. This year, in an added twist, we will also add the most circulated Young Adult items at each branch. This list added together equals hundreds of
by Dr. Daun van Ee As Americans come to the 80th anniversary of the Ardennes Counteroffensive—the Battle of the Bulge—they might be asking themselves: “Is this event really one that should be celebrated?” There are reasons to think otherwise. The two powerful German armies that attacked on December 16th, 1944, achieved almost complete surprise due
The Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association is excited to announce upcoming fun dairy attractions and family activities, a NEW Pepper Jack Grilled Cheese, FREE milkshakes to honor our military on Jan. 9, along with additional partnerships to celebrate the 2025 PA Farm Show, in addition to their NEW limited edition MINT Milkshake. Renewal by Andersen of Central PA
The Gettysburg Hospital Foundation is making a significant impact in Adams County, thanks to generous donors committed to improving their community. In fiscal year 2025, the foundation will award over $270,000 in grants to provide essential resources, driving advancements in healthcare and ensuring WellSpan remains at the forefront of medical innovation in service to our
The November 7, 2024 Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree saw donors making larger gifts to a greater number of nonprofits than in prior years. In total, $3,613,000 was donated to 105 nonprofits. Of that, $1,000,000 was donated as “forever gifts,” adding to endowments to benefit the nonprofits designated by the donors. This year, thousands
by Jeff Cann Losman and I are identical. I often felt like I was reading about myself. So much so that by page seventy-five, I was so agitated I almost stopped reading altogether. This is an excerpt from an email I sent to Kyle Semmel the other day. He’s the author of the book I
Main Street Gettysburg is excited to announce the annual A Gettysburg Christmas Festival to kick off another spectacular holiday season in our historic town on December 6-8, 2024. “What began as a small community event has now grown into a cherished annual tradition, thanks to the generous support of sponsors, local businesses, community partners, and dedicated volunteers,”
By Vincent DiFonzo Over winter break, Gettysburg College will begin a multi-million dollar renovation of multiple campus buildings and outdoor spaces. The facility upgrades were first announced by the College on Oct. 23. Renovations to West Quad mockup. Facilities noted that there will be more greenery implemented. (Image courtesy of Gettysburg College) Renovations will primarily target
Shoppers are invited to attend the Adams County Farmers Market’s Holiday Pop-Up Market on Saturday, December 7th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park, 545 Long Lane in Gettysburg. This annual event brings together many of the market’s regular vendors and growers, along with dozens of additional art, craft, and gift vendors to
by Sara Edmiston Looking for something to do as the days and nights grow colder this winter? Check out the Adams County library’s Winter Reading Challenge, open to all ages throughout the winter months. The Winter Reading Challenge encourages readers of all ages to record how much they read for a chance to win prizes.
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, now in its 16th season will present their youth production of Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo jr the musical based on the animated film 7pm Fridays and Saturdays and 2pm Saturdays and Sundays for three weekends December 6-22, 2024.
Destination Gettysburg invites businesses across Adams County to enter the “Gett Merry and Bright” holiday decorating contest to usher in the festive season. Participants are encouraged to adorn the exterior of their properties with traditional, classic or vintage decorations. Those who wish to participate are asked to register their business online and submit a photo
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that a bridge replacement project on Route 116 (Fairfield Road) near Gettysburg in Adams County is scheduled to begin Monday, December 2. The bridge spans a tributary to Marsh Creek between Knoxlyn Road (Route 3013) and Knoxlyn Ortanna Road (Route 3020) in Highland Township. Weather
High bidders at the Preview Auction on Thursday, December 5, will win the delightful creations entered in the Adams County Arts Council’s Gingerbread Celebration and Holiday Market. The Auction begins at 6 pm with heavy hors d’oeuvres, signature holiday cocktails, and entertainment. Auctioneer Randy Hilker will open the bidding at 6:30 pm. Winners may take
Littlestown Borough water and sewer customers have been alerted to an email scam informing individuals that their water and sewer bills are late. This email is not from the Borough. A copy of the bogus bill and email can be viewed here. Anyone receiving the email should contact the Chief of Police, Charles Kellar, at
Gettysburg’s 68th Annual Remembrance Day Parade will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday. Organized by the Sons of Veterans Reserve, the military department of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, the parade will start on Middle Street and follow its traditional route along Baltimore Street to Steinwehr Avenue. Remembrance Day is a longstanding
The Borough of Gettysburg has discovered fraudulent QR code stickers on some of the Borough’s parking meters. Scanning these codes takes the patron to a fake website that mimics the Borough’s Pay-By-Phone parking mobile phone app. Payments entered through this fake QR code do not begin a parking session in Gettysburg Borough. Please do not use
Lincoln Cemetery Project Association will hold a Remembrance Day Program Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Cemetery, on the corner of Lincoln and Long Lane in Gettysburg. A featured speaker, Lenwood (Leni) Sloan is well known across the U.S. as a catalytic agent, animator, and facilitator of cultural and heritage programs. For the past
The Central Counties Chapter (CCC) of the Philadelphia Professional Golf Association (PGA) of America, has awarded Hanover Country Club’s, Golf Profession, Parks Price the “PGA Golf Professional of the Year”, the highest honor within the Central Counties Chapter of the Philadelphia PGA. During a recent CCC meeting, Price was selected by a group of his
by Theresa Buchheit Whenever I mention that I work as a librarian to someone, they almost always say something to the effect of “Oh, that sounds so wonderful to be working with books all day,” while they gaze off into the distance, imagining their lives as a librarian. While yes, my job is wonderful, and yes, I’m
The following is the schedule for the Seminary Museum’s “Gettysburg Address 161st Anniversary on the Ridge.” Friday, November 15 6:30 p.m. “The Business of Death in the Mid-19th Century” (History Happy Hour by Annette Jorgensen, SRMEC Membership and Development Coordinator) Death in the 19th century was a relatively common occurrence. Illnesses and accidents that we
The 17th annual Foothills Artists Studio Tour will be held November 23 and 24, the weekend before Thanksgiving, at various locations in and around the western Adams County (PA) communities of Fairfield, Orrtanna and Cashtown. Fourteen artists will be participating in a special pre-holiday show and sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County will merge with the Hanover Area YMCA upon Orphans Court approval. YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County facilities will continue operations under the Hanover Area YMCA association with no interruption of service to members and participants. In recent years, changes in leadership, rising costs, and the pandemic have impacted the YWCA.
Due to dry conditions, Gettysburg Borough has issued a burn ban, effective immediately. The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice. As noted by the National Weather Service in State College, Pennsylvania on November 4th, 2024:“Low relative humidity values resulting from exceptionally dry weather will impose an increased risk for fire spread. Relative humidity
More than 160 years after President Abraham Lincoln delivered his immortal address, the Gettysburg community will come together this year to mark the historic occasion with special events throughout November. In Gettysburg, Nov. 19 is known as Dedication Day, the date when Lincoln came to Gettysburg in 1863 for the dedication of a new national
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 YorkStreet within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, now in its 16th season, willpresent their all-senior cast of the musical comedy revue Standing Ovation by Tom Northam at7 pm November 8 & 15, and 2 pm November 9, 10, 16, &
The 2023 holiday film “A Gettysburg Christmas” will return to Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater this December for one week. Daily showings of the film, which was produced locally by director Bo Brinkman and featuring many local locations and residents, will be shown in the Majestic’s state of the art Cinema One. Tickets are $9 and are on
UPMC Offers New Heart Treatment for Stent Patients UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. has treated its first patient with a new therapy for in-stent restenosis (ISR), a condition in which scar tissue forms inside the stent, causing a previously opened coronary artery to narrow again. The team was the first to participate
by Natasha Swiger Recent studies by the American Library Association (ALA) have shown that there is a growing rate of library use from Millenial and Gen Z populations that continues to increase each year. This isn’t surprising as libraries have become a very impactful community hub, offering free materials, programs, and events as well as
On November 1 and 2, Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC) will again host “24 Hours on the Ridge,” conceived in 2021 as a fundraising event to be held in conjunction with the annual Adams County Community Foundation Giving Spree, which supports non-profit organizations throughout Adams County, Pennsylvania. Rather than closing at 5:00 p.m.
All are invited to attend a Community Unity Dinner on Saturday, November 9, featuring keynote speaker Rev. Carla Christopher. Rev. Christopher is a writer, poet, performer, and Assistant to the Bishop for Justice Ministries with the Lower Susquehanna Synod of the Evangelical Church of America. This dinner is the first in a series designed to
by Erica Duffy As the year ends, your Adams County Library System is making one final appeal to the generous community that has supported us throughout 2024. Thanks to your contributions, we’ve already accomplished so much, but as we aim to expand our services and meet growing community needs, we need your continued help to
Local organizers have arranged for a special presentation by a Palestinian and an Israeli peace activist in Valentine Hall at the United Lutheran Seminary on Thursday, October 24 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The two presenters, Osama Iliwat and Rotem Levin, who form the duo “Salt of the Earth,” have been traveling across the
Now that football season is here again, it’s a good time to reflect on General Eisenhower’s love for sports, football in particular. When we think of Ike and sports, golf is usually what comes to mind. For those of us who love history, however, Ike’s athletic prowess goes back to his days as a boy
The following information was provided by Beth Farnham about her candidacy in the general election: Office sought: Representative in Congress 13th District Party: Democrat Residence: Conewago Township, Adams County A former school board member for Conewago Valley School District (CVSD), elected Adams County Democratic Committee member, stay-at-home parent, and member of Gettysburg Presbyterian Church, Beth
Beth Farnham, Democratic nominee for Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District, will host a Town Hall at the Gettysburg VFW Hall Post#15, 369 E. Middle St., Gettysburg on Wednesday Oct 16 from 10-11 am. The goal of the town hall is to familiarize local voters with her candidacy. Along with her husband and their two children, Farnham
The Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center board of directors is proud to host the 2nd Annual Brighter Tomorrows for Children Awards on Thursday, October 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Historical Society’s Beyond the Battle Museum. The Brighter Tomorrows for Children Awards is an annual event that honors individuals in our
by Tiffany Ritter The Teen Center at the Harbaugh-Thomas Library is a great place for those in 7th-12th grade to relax after school, before sports practice, or during summer afternoons. Currently, the Teen Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 2:45-6:00 PM. The walls are decorated with artwork and posters made by 7th-12th graders who have visited
Long-time Gettysburg area resident Al Moyer has been named as the new Executive Director of the Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA) effective October 8, 2024. He was selected by the Board of Directors from over twenty applicants for the position. Moyer is a retired public school educator/administrator, collegiate administrator/professor and a current member of the
War Game, a 2024 American documentary thriller film directed by Jesse Moss and Tony Gerber, will show at the Gettysburg Majestic Theater on Tuesday Oct. 15 at 2:00 and 7:00 pm. The film concerns American officials simulating a coup after a disputed election. The film premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and was released in New York on August
by Jeff Cann Internet, cable television, Spotify, Netflix, Disney, Hulu, Apple TV, Peacock, Prime. So many things to spend your money on these days. As a young adult in 1984 and just starting my independent life, none of these services existed. Subscriptions have become an accepted part of our monthly expenses, but they sure do
The UPMC Pinnacle Foundation recently installed seven “Hope Bells” in UPMC Hillman Cancer Center infusion centers in central Pennsylvania, an alternative to the traditional end-of-treatment bell that allows patients to celebrate various miles in their journey, from regaining appetite to attending family events. The Hope Bell was conceptualized by Aleecia Munchel, BSN, RN, a UPMC
Gettysburg College will host its first-ever home football night game against McDaniel College on Friday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. at Shirk Field at Musselman Stadium. Thanks to the generous support of 25 College alumni and families, four towers of LED lights were lifted into the sky surrounding the track around Shirk Field this past
The Gettysburg Foundation invites area residents and visitors to Gettysburg for Fall Family Day at Spangler, a free, one-day event Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This special autumn event marks the final day this year the public can visit the historic George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital. Guests can explore
More than 225 barn lovers braved the morning drizzle on Saturday, Sept. 21 to participate in HGAC’s 2024 Historic Barns Tour of Gettysburg and Adams County. They were rewarded with a sunny afternoon — perfect for visiting the six barns on the tour schedule. The tour began at the historic 1914 Round Barn at 298
Join the Eisenhower Society on Saturday, October 12 for the 55th commemoration of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s birth. At 12 Noon the Society will hold a short program and a wreath laying at the Eisenhower statue outside the Eisenhower House, President Eisenhower’s retirement office at 300 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Scholarships will
The Reverend Pamela Cooper-White, Ph.D., will discuss the psychology of Christian Nationalism at a public forum at Prince of Peace Episcopal Church at 4 p.m., Sunday, October 13. The event will be conducted at the church at 20 W. High Street in Gettysburg. Admission is free, and off-street parking is available in the rear of
Folksy blues guitar pickin’, progressive rock, comedy, and a series of theatrical productions about women in music feature in new performances added to the 2024-2025 season at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater. These additional performances augment the season that was planned by the Majestic Theater’s Founding Executive Director, Jeffrey Gabel. Tickets for these added performances go
Project Gettysburg Leon has made the tough decision, based on rain in the forecast, to move this evening’s Salsa on the Square to the CUB Ballroom on the Gettysburg College campus. The event is still free, still open to the public, and will still feature: Hector Rosado Y Su Orq Hache, DJ Solalinde, Danza Tenochtli,
by Brandt Ensor As you know by now, through the many posts, articles, and announcements on the library website and this email blast, our reading family here in Adams County is currently reading The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd, the title selected as our Adams County Reads One Book 2024. While fall doesn’t officially start until
Everyone is invited to the annual Salsa on the Square festival Friday evening, September 27, from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. taking place in Gettysburg in the first block of Carlisle Street, between Lincoln Square and the railroad tracks. Why “Salsa on the Square”? The event celebrates the vital role of the Latin-American population in and
Todos están invitados al festival anual Salsa on the Square el viernes 27 de septiembre por la noche, de 5:30 a 10:30 p.m., que se llevará a cabo en Gettysburg, en la primera cuadra de Carlisle Street, entre Lincoln Square y las vías del tren. ¿Por qué “Salsa on the Square”? El evento celebra el
By Daun van Ee This year, 2024, is not the first time that a potential candidate’s age has factored into a presidential election. Dwight D. Eisenhower, in his memoir Mandate for Change (p. 566), has told of his concern that, if elected in 1952 (as indeed he was), he would be taking office at the
UPMC Magee-Womens is hosting an open house to hire birthing doulas on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the UPMC Health Sciences Tower at Harrisburg University in Conference Room 211C, 222 Chestnut St., Harrisburg. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the new Birth Circle Doula Program at UPMC Harrisburg and
UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute in Central Pa. and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. are offering free health seminars in the fall to benefit the community. These seminars aim to raise awareness about health conditions and provide valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options. These seminars are open to everyone, especially those
When Lydia Zavala and her husband started a family, they knew they wanted lots of kids. The couple went on to have six children in 13 years. As their family grew, so did Lydia’s weight. “Each time I got pregnant, I was gaining,” the 33-year-old Adams County resident said. “I would exercise here and there
by Sara Edmiston Days are getting shorter, and it will soon be October, otherwise known as Adams County Reads One Book month here at the library system. If you have not yet had an opportunity to read “The Cartographers” by Peng Shepherd, I highly encourage you to stop by your local Adams County Library location
As he does every year for his birthday, Founding Executive/Artistic Director of the Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), Chad-Alan Carr, will perform a piano bar cabaret style concert of mostly Broadway music to raise funds for the theatre Scholarship Funds. GCT, the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln
Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC) has announced that Judy Morley will serve as its new Executive Director and President of the Seminary Ridge Historic Preservation Foundation (SRHPF). SRMEC inhabits the 1832 Lutheran Seminary structure that became a centerpiece of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg. Inside, it interprets the causes and
Audiences will laugh so hard their faces hurt when BAM Percussion lands on stage at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater on Saturday, October 12 at 3 p.m. The theatrical comedy-percussion performance is fun for the whole family, and tickets are on sale now at the Majestic Theater Box Office, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg. Since 1999, Canada’s
HARRISBURG, PA. (Sept. 11, 2024) – Amid the growing need for additional transplant services in the region, the UPMC Heart Transplant Program — one of the top heart transplant programs in the nation according to the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients — has opened a new evaluation clinic for heart transplants in Harrisburg. Located at
On Saturday, Sept. 14, as part of its annual Legacy Weekend commemoration, Seminary Ridge Museum will again host a Community Free Day. Through the generosity of The Robert C. Hoffman Charitable Endowment Trust, all Adams County residents will enjoy free Museum Admission. Please bring a valid ID (one per party is fine). Museum Admission does
Waldo’s & Company, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is proud to announce the launch of a new scholarship program, made possible by the generous support of the Sharon Trew Cline Magraw Foundation, the Adams County Community Foundation’s Helen Shields Hafer Memorial Fund, and Waldo’s dedicated donors. Additionally, Waldo’s is excited to collaborate with WellSpan’s Healthy Adams
Red Wine and Blue: Pennsylvania has named Adams County’s Blue Storm Action “Community Heroes” for the month of August. Blue Storm Action is a civic group of Adams County activists committed to electing representatives at all levels of government who are committed to choice, democracy, equity, and integrity. Blue Storm Action formed in 2022 after
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), a non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, is now in its 16th Season. It will present a one-night-only concert of StoweGood at 7 p.m. Friday, September 27, 2024, with a complimentary wine and cheese reception with the musicians. Stowe
The Adams County Arts Council, 125 South Washington Street, Gettysburg, will feature collections of artworks by Gina Robertson and Sarah Maclay, and a selection of work from the private collection of Bob Prosperi during the month of September. A First Friday opening sponsored by Advent Partners is scheduled for Friday, September 7, 5-7:00 p.m. is
Humor and history are on full display in a new exhibit, Peaceable Kingdom in the gallery at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater. This solo exhibit opens on Thursday, September 5 with a free public reception with the artist from 6-7:30 p.m. This survey unites works from over two decades of artistic output exploring our common history
The annual Gettysburg Fall Bicycle Weekend will take place October 25-27. https://www.gettysburgfallbikeweekend.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562635997461 Instagram: @gettysburgfallbikeweekend We will be staying at the Aspire Hotel/Eisenhower Conference Center on Emmitsburg Rd, just south of town. This year, we will be partnering with a very special non-profit, the National 9/11 Memorial Trail Alliance, dedicated to connecting all of the 9/11 memorials. 911trail.org. We
The 2024 Adams County Heritage Festival Bicycle Parade will be held on Sunday, September 15 at 1 pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. It will offer both a Kids Bike Parade and a Community Walk along the Biser Trail. The entire day is loaded with great entertainment and wonderful food, making it a terrific community
Schmucker Art Gallery A Portrait of the Artist, 1525-1825: Prints from the Collection of the Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation (Main Gallery) Curated by Cyndy Basil ’25 and Isobel Debenham ‘25 September 4 – December 14, 2024 Gallery Talks and Opening Reception: September 4, 4-6 pm Lecture: “‘Extravagant genius’? A Portrait of the Artist,” by James Clifton, Director
Gettysburg Community Theatre (GCT), the non-profit 501c3 organization located at 49 York Street within the first block of Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, PA, now in its 16th Season will present Cole Porter’s musical comedy Anything Goes 7pm Fridays and Saturdays and 2pm Sundays September 6-22, 2024 with direction and choreography by Bruce Moore. Ordering tickets
by Sherrie DeMartino Did you ever wonder how the library purchases the books that are in our collection? What do you do if there’s a book that you would like to read and you don’t see it in our catalog? All of the library’s books (children’s, young adult, adult regular print, and adult large print)
Applications are now being accepted for the Braband Organ Scholarship. St James Lutheran Church in Gettysburg started the scholarship in 2021 to encourage pianists to become church organists. The scholarship provides 25 free organ lessons and is open to all applicants regardless of age or church affiliation. More information and application may be found online
Work began July 29 on park roads on the eastern portion of the battlefield in the Culp’s Hill and Spangler’s Spring areas, Hunt Avenue, Coster Avenue, and Benner Hill will be repaved. This three-month project addresses road surfaces that are at the end of their lifespan. Here’s an update. Daytime roadwork—6 am to 6 pm—that
Join us for the 5th Annual “Pick Up Gettysburg!” event on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 2 to 4 PM at the Gettysburg Recreational Park (GARA), near the basketball courts. This community cleanup effort honors the legacy of Rodney Edmond, who, along with his daughter Miraya, dedicated many hours to beautifying our town. Rodney Edmond,
Two separate incidents of vandalism were reported to park officials at Gettysburg National Military Park on August 15 and August 19. Park staff reported multiple boulders on Little Round Top had graffiti scribed into the large stones on August 15. Battlefield visitors reported that the historic War Department Observation Tower on Oak Ridge was spray
by Barbara Buckley Despite the warm weather, fall is in the air. Families are school shopping and getting ready for their new routines. Even though I’m an adult with grown children, I feel like when school starts, fall has begun. And when fall begins, an atmosphere of newness permeates the air. To me, it is
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA), an independent government organization that operates recreation programs and maintains services in the Gettysburg rec park, seeks a new Executive Director to guide its operations into a new era of growth and sustainability. GARA has long provided residents and visitors with expansive recreational opportunities and a serene natural escape in the
by Bob McIlhenny At Historic Gettysburg Adams County, “We Brake for Barns!” as our popular bumper sticker declares. Come join us in a day of barn appreciation when HGAC’s third Historic Barns Tour of Gettysburg and Adams County commences on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Travel back in time and enjoy
Gettysburg College received a 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant to establish a community learning center on campus that provides high quality, bilingual learning opportunities after school and in the summer for underserved students and their families in Adams County, Pennsylvania. This $1.2 million competitive grant, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education,
Editors’ note: The following statement was made this week by Upper Adams School Board Superintendent Wesley Doll: “The recent decision by the school board to partner with the Independence Law Center (ILC) had an impact that I had not anticipated. After the decision by the school board to engage ILC I was contacted by a
The Gettysburg Foundation is pleased to host author Scott L. Mingus, Sr. for a special after-hour program on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, from 6 until 7 p.m. at the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad StationTM, home of Ticket to the Past—Unforgettable Journeys virtual reality experience. Tickets are required in advance for Mingus’ presentation, “Railroads in the Gettysburg Campaign,”
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 15, for the 33rd annual Adams County Heritage Festival. Last year, folks were surveyed to see what keeps them coming back to the Festival year after year to celebrate ethnic and cultural variety in our community. The biggest answer was “Food” – glorious food! Many fan favorites are returning,
The Adams County Democratic Committee will welcome PA State Rep. David Madsen as a guest speaker on Saturday evening, August 17th, at 6:30 PM at our Headquarters, 24 Chambersburg Street in Gettysburg. Rep. Madsen is a member of the PA Legislative Black Caucus and the Blue-Green Caucus. He is vice chair of the Housing &
On Saturday, September 21, Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian, Inc (HABPI) will host its 9th Annual “Ride for Trails” bike ride to raise money for trail development in Adams County. Three different routes are being offered to accommodate riders of all experience levels: 13 miles, 25 miles, and 42 miles. All rides begin at the Gettysburg Rec
by Sara Edmiston When you visit one of our locations, you will see the shelves of new materials that have been added to the library system’s collections. New fiction is generally shelved on our “New” shelves for six months before being moved to the general collection. This ensures that you have ample time to find
Gettysburg National Military Park (GNMP) staff is seeking public assistance regarding artifacts that went missing between December of 2023 and January of 2024 from a historical site near Brooke Avenue. The artifacts, which were taken from the Timbers farm on the southern end of the battlefield, are of significant historical importance. The law enforcement rangers
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) is accepting submissions from local artists for a community art exhibit being mounted as part of The People Project 2024: At Home in Adams County. This showcase of visual art is a new addition to the popular storytelling and performance event, which will be presented for the sixth time
The Adams County Farmers Market is hosting its 5th annual Young Entrepreneurs Day on Saturday, August 17th from 8am-1pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. The Adams County Farmers Market is holding its popular Young Entrepreneurs Day again for the 5th time on Saturday, August 17th from 8am-1pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. Young Entrepreneurs Day
Empower your children to transition into a new school year with age-appropriate tools that help regulate the nervous system, calm big emotions, strengthen the body and mind, foster imagination and build a strong sense of community connection. This fall, RISE Yoga Gettysburg will offer a weekly program to support social emotional health and wellness for
by Ryan Huffman Sometimes, it feels like technology moves faster than the industry, and end users can reasonably adopt it. An example of this currently on my mind, expected to take a step forward in 2024, is Wi-Fi technology. Because it may get mixed up in cellular network technology due to similar numerical identification and
Editor’s note: This letter was presented to the Upper Adams School District Board of Directors at this month’s board meeting. Good evening. Thank you for the opportunity to address the school board and the public. My name is Christian Parker, Upper Adams taxpayer of over 20 years and parent of 3 recent BHS graduates; although
Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater announces the arrival of new executive director Brett W. Messenger, who joins the theater’s team after an extensive and competitive national search. Messenger succeeds Jeffrey Gabel, who retired as the Majestic’s founding executive director in early 2024. “This is certainly an exciting time for our Majestic Theater and for our entire
Great news! Ike’s namesake ship in the U.S. Navy fleet, the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, is now going to be plying the seas until perhaps the early 2030s. It had previously been scheduled to be decommissioned as early as 2027, according to Navy officials and the military newspaper Stars and Stripes. The USS Eisenhower, the
Pennsylvania Uniters is a politically diverse group of community members in south-central Pennsylvania who have been working across differences for the last 16 months to prevent targeted violence in our region. We condemn in the strongest possible terms the assassination attempt on former President Trump that took place in our state on July 13. Violence has no
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that the bridge replacement project on Route 116 near Gettysburg has been completed. The bridge, which spans a tributary to Willoughby Run just west of Willoughby Run Road in Cumberland Township, is open to traffic. This project consisted of the replacement of the existing structure, minor approach
by Catherine Vasko When talking about what I do career-wise, I often refer to myself as a “baby librarian.” After all, with this being my first year working for the Adams County Library System (ACLS), it only feels right! For the ACLS patrons that are regulars at East Berlin, you may know me best as