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William McCorkle, College of Charleston As debate over U.S. immigration policy heats up during the 2024 presidential campaign, separating fact from fiction on the U.S.-Mexico border becomes increasingly difficult. Asylum-seekers at the Rio Grande near the U.S.-Mexico border in Matamoros, Mexico, on May 11, 2023. Alfredo Estrella/AFP via Getty Images In May 2023, shortly after

by Elaine Povich June 1, 2024 (Getty Images) With college costs rising and some students and families questioning the return on investment of a four-year degree, a few pioneering state universities are exploring programs that would grant certain bachelor’s degrees in three years. The programs, which also are being tried at some private schools, would

The day before Biglerville High School seniors became alumni, the Class of 2024 returned to the place where their journey began. Donning their caps and gowns, the soon-to-be graduates paraded through the halls of Biglerville Elementary School the day before graduation. Young students applauded and cheered as they passed by. The next day, Michael Cogliano

Two Biglerville High School teachers who share decades of memories invite the public to experience their art-filled world. Hannah Meeson and Heather Sefcheck refer to themselves as the Double-h 8-bonds since their first names begin with the letter H and their birthdays fall on the 8th of the month, Meeson’s in April and Sefcheck’s in

Three members of the Gettysburg women’s lacrosse team were named to the All-America team by the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA), which released the list on Friday. Jordan Basso earned first-team accolades, while Lily Macatee and Caroline Sullivan claimed second-team honors. Basso, a senior attacker, was the Centennial Conference (CC) Attacker of the Year

Craig Johnson, author of the Walt Longmire series, recently recalled his first visit to Gettysburg. “I remember seeing the medical kit at one of the museums and it was mostly saws…It was the most horrifying thing I’ve ever seen,” he said. While the Western crime fiction writer spends much of the year in Ucross, Wyoming,

Arie Perliger, UMass Lowell Eight months after Israel invaded the Gaza Strip, some critics observe that the Israeli military hasn’t met either of its goals of destroying Hamas and rescuing all of the remaining 133 hostages Hamas is holding. Protesters wave Israeli flags and protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on May 20,

The Upper Adams School Board is considering hiring the Independence Law Center, a conservative law firm that’s drawn criticism across the state for its controversial policies. The Independence Law Center, or ILC, has faced backlash for its policies related to transgender issues and book restrictions in schools. Several Pennsylvania school districts have engaged with the

The Littlestown Area School Board struggled through yet another contentious meeting Monday as tensions surrounded the early renewal of employee contracts for assistant superintendent, business manager, and administrative staff. At issue was the approval of Timothy Mizel as Assistant Superintendent, Thomas Showvaker, as Business Administrator, as well as the Act 93 Agreement that will cover

Eastern Connecticut State rallied from an early 2-0 deficit with a four-run third inning and two-run fourth inning to defeat Gettysburg 6-2 in the first elimination game of the NCAA Div. III regional at Virginia Wesleyan. Audrey Bergan led off the game with a swinging bunt before Julia Smith poked an offspeed pitch through the left side.

Ezra Bozeman, incarcerated in Pa. state prisons since a murder conviction in the 1970s, is quadriplegic and in need of specialized care. by Danielle Ohl of Spotlight PA Photo of Ezra Bozeman courtesy of Christine Roess Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and

Chih-Ling Liu, Lancaster University and Robert Kozinets, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism Here mum, I’ve bought you something! Fizkes/Shutterstock After your daughter spends the weekend visiting, a surprise gift seems like a kind gesture – until you open it and find a vacuum cleaner. What does this say about her visit and what

On Tuesday May 7, about 500 people arrived at our state capitol building for CeaseFire PA’s Advocacy Day to speak with our representatives, senators, and administrative assistants; and with one another. Sixty organizations demanded action on six gun-safety bills to address PA’s gun-violence public health crisis. At least 4,600 people die by suicide, murder or mass

Though state funding is uncertain, preliminary budget figures appear to be leading Upper Adams School Board toward not raising taxes. “It doesn’t look like we’re anywhere near entertaining a tax increase,” board member Gerald Walmer said Tuesday after a presentation from director of business operations Shelley Hobbs. As of May 5, Hobbs’ proposed fiscal year

On April 10, a Michigan judge ruled that the parents of a child involved in a school shooting would spend 10 to 15 years in prison for their failure to stop the incident from happening. Circuit Court Judge Cheryl Matthews denied the sentence had anything to do with poor parenting but rather was the result

Comcast has announced it has been selected by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as part of the Broadband Infrastructure Program funded by the Capital Projects Fund (CPF), to expand its network across 158 municipalities. The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority awarded Comcast more than $61 million to bring gigabit plus speeds to homes and businesses that were previously unserved

On Sunday, May 12, at 3 p.m., the Adams County Historical Society museum will host Holocaust researcher and film subject Dory Sontheimer for a presentation and discussion related to her book “The Seven Boxes” and the film of the same name. Sontheimer grew up in Barcelona and learned in her late teens that she was a

Reyna Fallon, a native of Acapulco, moved to Gettysburg with her husband in the early 90’s. Her parents and brothers, including Alam and Jose, moved to Gettysburg in the years following. The family have made their home here, and Alam and Jose started a successful roofing business. To show their gratitude to this community, and

By Bob McIlhenny Come celebrate our great old barns and the 50 artists who have captured them in works of art. Our Pennsylvania bank barns are unique with the cantilevered forebay in front and an earthen bank in the back. They are icons of what we love about Adams County, our “rural character.” The HGAC

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc. (HABPI) Vice President Eric Meyer presented a report to the Adams County Council of Governments last week on what the future might hold for residents who like to cycle, walk, or hike. Formed in 2005, HABPI believes that the development of land today will affect tomorrow. “Part of the key is

Join a special community awareness briefing led by the Department of Homeland Security to hear about the efforts being put forth to prevent targeted violence right here in Adams County and learn why it’s so important. Targeted violence refers to violence that is premeditated and directed at specific individuals, groups, or locations. Perpetrators select their targets

Carl Thompson was elected president of the Littlestown Area School District board unanimously at Monday’s brief special session. Thompson, who has sat on the board since 2013 and was serving as the finance committee board chair, said he feels confident he can help to mend the divide that has erupted since seven new members began

Duane Sullivan, Littlestown Area School District (LASD) President, has resigned after board member Brian Lawyer called for a special session to remove him after last Monday’s three-hour board meeting. Interim Superintendent Don Bell said, “Obviously the decision to resign was Mr. Sullivan’s to make. His resignation will be accepted on Monday, and the board will

A school board member accused Upper Adams School District of nepotism during a discussion regarding the district’s dental hygienist. Board member Tricia Plank raised the concern at Tuesday’s meeting while the board discussed a new contract that would increase the pay of dental hygienist Robin Brewer by up to $2,500. “My concern is that we’re

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Learn how Pennsylvania verifies the identities of people who want to vote by mail, ensures that ballots are secure, and more. by Carter Walker of Votebeat Workers sort mail ballots on Nov. 7, 2023, at Northampton County Courthouse in Easton, Pennsylvania. Matt Smith / For Spotlight PA Elections 101 from Spotlight PA protects you against election misinformation and

Littlestown Borough Council voted to decommission the community pool at Tuesday’s meeting, leaving some residents angry and saddened by the decision. “We’ll remember all of you. You will have a legacy for decommissioning the pool,” said long-time resident Darren Sentz. The meeting opened with a statement by President Craid Rosendale that council members should no

The Gettysburg Borough Council is one step closer to allowing libraries in the institutional zone. However, elected officials made it clear Monday that approval does not mean they are permitting the Adams County Library System to move its Gettysburg branch. That decision lies solely with the library system’s board of directors.  During their regular business

With Littlestown Borough meeting poised to vote to decommission the public pool at their meeting tomorrow, Kathleen Ednie and Save the Littlestown Pool followers will present a business plan and ask for more time to finance their project. The council meets in the public library’s meeting room, with a room capacity of 30 and no

Randall W. Parkinson, Florida International University Wetlands have flourished along the world’s coastlines for thousands of years, playing valuable roles in the lives of people and wildlife. They protect the land from storm surges, stop seawater from contaminating drinking water supplies, and create habitat for birds, fish, and threatened species. Wetlands at Blackwater National Wildlife

In the weeks following a proposal to restrict library books at Upper Adams School District, community members are speaking out — and most of those who raised their voices are against the idea. At the March 7 policy committee meeting, school board member Loren Lustig shared that he “and others” rewrote Policy 109.1 with changes

Despite the dreary weather on Saturday, over 450 children and adults attended the first-ever Easter Egg Roll at the Eisenhower National Historic Site. It was fitting that the White House tradition of the Easter egg roll be held at the Eisenhower Site, because the Eisenhower family loved Easter. 160 eggs were rolled during the event.

Pennsylvanians will see candidates for statewide races including attorney general, as well as U.S. Senate, and more on the April 23 primary election ballot. by Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA A sign showing people where they should cast their ballots for an election. Amanda Berg / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and

H. James Gilmore, Flagler College and Tracy Halcomb, Flagler College Former MLB executive Pat Gillick won three World Series titles and served as general manager of four baseball teams from the 1970s to 2000s. Texas Rangers scout Brian Williams takes notes at Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina, Puerto Rico. H. James Gilmore and Tracy Halcomb,

The Hamilton Township Zoning Hearing Board will consider a proposal to develop four parcels of almost 200 acres of existing farm ground adjacent to the Cross Keys intersection into a major warehouse and trucking terminal. The developer, NOBPA, LLC, is requesting a zoning exception and variance for the properties, which are zoned as industrial. A

Max Felty has been named the eighth recipient of Destination Gettysburg’s “Jim Getty Spirit of Gettysburg Award,” exemplifying leadership and dedication as a champion of the Adams County tourism industry. As president of Gettysburg Tours Inc., Felty oversees Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours, Gettysburg Group Reservations, the Gettysburg Tour Center, Ghostly Images of Gettysburg, and the

Thank you to everyone who purchased apples and provided donations during our apple sale to benefit the Upper Adams Canner Funds. Hollabaugh Bros. recently presented a check to Canner Funds in the amount of $2,280 to support the success of students in the Upper Adams School District. Featured image caption (L to R): Ann Showers,

Littlestown Area School District Board’s leadership was challenged by one of its own at Monday’s meeting. “The board and the community would be better served with different leadership, and I think it’s apparent to anybody who’s been at the meetings,” board member Brian Lawyer said. He is one of only two board members who returned

James Gettys Elementary School teachers visited the Gettysburg Area School District Board of Education meeting this week to tout the school’s many successes. Principal Ted Wells told the board he was proud of the school’s Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) results and Acadience Reading K–6 benchmark goals. “We have really weathered the COVID storm

Dear Editor, “Welcome to the world little one, here’s your mommy.” This is a line from the TV show Manifest, and what a beautiful line it is, a brief celebration of life.  I am Vince Pacelli, the executive director for Tender Care Pregnancy Centers and I am writing in response to an article you recently

West Middle St. between Baltimore St. and Washington St. in Gettysburg remains closed to vehicles and pedestrians today. The closure is the result of a multiple-alarm fire that blazed through the upper floors of a 3-story apartment building at 64 W. Middle St. last night. One person was found deceased on the third floor and

If you can’t make it to Washington, D.C. for the White House Easter Egg Roll, then hop on down to Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg, PA, to participate in our first-ever Easter Egg Roll event! Stop by Eisenhower National Historic Site from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 30 to enjoy games,