On Wednesday, July 9, award-winning author Ron Kirkwood returns to the G.A.R. Hall to speak on his new book about the field hospital at the George Spangler Farm entitled “Tell Mother Not to Worry.” This free talk is part of Historic Gettysburg Adams County – HGAC’s 50th Anniversary Educational Speaker Series. The talk will be
69 Flautists gathered on the Gettysburg Hotel balcony yesterday to play patriotic music. The weather was fine and the orchestrations and performances were compelling. Our photographer Jim Bargas was there.
The Adams County Farmers Market is proud to announce the second year of its annual Zucchini Grand Prix, a fun, pinebox derby-style event for kids, taking place on Saturday, July 5th 2025, at the Gettysburg Rec Park. Kids 16 and under are invited to get creative by designing and racing their own zucchini-mobiles. Zucchinis and
by Peter Hall, Pennsylvania Capital-Star Pennsylvania education leaders are scrambling after the Trump Administration said it would withhold more than $230 million in congressionally approved funding for after-school programs, teacher training, literacy, and education for migrant and non-English speaking students. The Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building pictured on Nov. 25, 2024.(Photo by Shauneen
Julie Leininger Pycior, Manhattan University “Bill Moyers? He’s spectacular!” George Clooney said – and no wonder. I mentioned this legendary television journalist to the actor and filmmaker after Clooney emerged from the Broadway theater where he just had been portraying another news icon: Edward R. Murrow. Or as the Museum of Broadcast Communications put it
The American Battlefield Trust (ABT) has finalized the purchase of the remainder of the former Gettysburg Country Club, securing the parcel on the corner of Chambersburg St. and County Club Lane that includes a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a clubhouse building. ABT spokesperson Jared Herr said the Trust has now raised all the funds
Four Adams County agricultural businesses have been awarded a combined $1.53 million in state-administered federal grants to modernize their operations and expand their market reach, the Shapiro Administration announced Monday. The funding is part of a broader $21 million investment through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program, a cooperative effort between the Pennsylvania Department
This month marks the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. Many history lovers will be flocking to Gettysburg and the surrounding area to experience the many historical sites. One of the favorite attractions is the Gettysburg Trail, which follows the Confederate routes as they spread out to other local communities. While driving the Trail
Senator Doug Mastriano is calling on Met-Ed and its parent company, FirstEnergy, to take immediate action in response to recent power outages that left many Franklin and Adams County residents without electricity for days. In a strongly worded public statement and formal letter to FirstEnergy CEO Brian X. Tierney, Mastriano criticized the utility provider for
Karl Held refined his artistic craft on Broadway and used his magic to improve his hometown of Gettysburg. Strangers benefited from his work in New York City and Adams County, and close friends cherished his warm embraces and lavish, intimate dinner parties. “Gettysburg was not always the arts-rich community it is today. We owe a
Gettysburg Borough knows it needs to hire a police chief but how it hires one is currently being ironed out. During their monthly workshop on Monday, the borough council discussed the process and qualifications the next candidate should bring to the job. Civil Service Process Human Resources Coordinator Marie Figueroa-Ocasio told the council that the
When it comes to playing my guitar and singing, I’m what my grandfather would have called a “ham and egger”. I know ABOUT music, and I’ve been at it for quite a while, learning to play guitar and sing a bit…but, like most things, knowing about it and being able to do it well are
The proposed Gettysburg Station Project will be very bad news for residents living north of the main building (tower), which is planned to be 72 ft high by about 130 ft wide (East to West). Two government subsidized apartment buildings devoted to people of low income, including seniors and disabled persons, lie immediately north of
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA) board met Monday evening to discuss park operations, programs, and proposals, with the most contentious issue being a request from the Adams County Farmers Market for a formal three-year commitment to continue hosting the market at the Rec Park. Reza Djalal, representing the market, requested board support for a
For the ninth consecutive year, the solemn sounds of “Taps” are echoing through Gettysburg National Military Park each evening as part of the One Hundred Nights of Taps program. Traditionally held at the Soldiers’ National Monument, the nightly tribute now takes place at the Pennsylvania Memorial, where it continues to draw volunteer buglers and history
During the 1850s, the southern enslavers were definitely in the driver’s seat as far as the national government was concerned. The decade started off with the Compromise of 1850, which included the Fugitive Slave Act, which made it so easy to kidnap northern African-Americans that it sparked a reverse underground railroad. This was followed by
Please click here for a list of local cooling stations. With temperatures soaring into the upper 90s and more than 7,000 Adams County residents without electricity on Monday evening, emergency cooling centers and water distribution sites have opened to help residents cope with widespread power outages that began Sunday night and continued into Monday. According
The Totem Pole Playhouse is shining a neon light on its 75th anniversary season in Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5,” which opened Friday evening in the woods at Caledonia State Park. Adapted from the 1980 hit movie starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton, the musical — with book by Patricia Resnick and music
By Imari Scarbrough The Bermudian Springs school board passed its Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget on Tuesday evening and included a 3.6% tax increase. The board unanimously passed the vote following months of discussion about the need for increased funds while balancing the financial implications for taxpayers, particularly those on fixed incomes. The 3.6% increase is
The “Give the Shirt Off Your Back” free shopping event returned to Arendtsville yesterday, drawing over 140 visitors to the Arendtsville Fire Department. The event continues today from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Organizer April Jones emphasized that the event is open to all. Shoppers found a wide range of free items, including men’s, women’s,
by Peter Hall, Pennsylvania Capital-StarJune 20, 2025 Cyclists riding on Pennsylvania highways have no obligation to pull off the road to get out of the way of faster traffic, the state Supreme Court ruled this week. The decision reinforces the right of bikers to use the road just like other vehicles. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court
After two failed rounds of voting, the Gettysburg Area School District Board of Directors had to phone a friend to pass its 2025-26 budget. District residents will incur a 1% property tax increase, which will be solely used to fund the future expansion of Adams County Technical Institute. The board considered two options: a budget
The Latimore Valley Fair is back this weekend, marking 40 years of tradition and bringing classic summer fun to the greater York Springs community. The fair continues today and tomorrow, June 21 and 22, at the Latimore Valley Fairgrounds, located at 314 Latimore Valley Road in York Springs. This free, family-friendly event features antique tractor
On July 20, 2025, community members gathered at SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Gettysburg for The Longest Day, a nationwide initiative organized by the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and funds for the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. The event, held annually on the summer solstice, symbolizes the challenging journey faced by individuals living with Alzheimer’s
Following the adoption of a policy limiting explicit content in library books, the Upper Adams School Board is weighing how to apply the same parameters to classroom resources. On Tuesday, the board broached the first read of Policy 109 regarding classroom materials. Like the library book restrictions approved in February under Policy 109.1, Policy 109
Red, White, and Blueberry time at Hollabaugh’s! Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. will be hosting their 70th Anniversary Blueberry Festival on Saturday, July 12th and Sunday, July 13th between 12-4 p.m. to celebrate the bounty of blueberries on the farm! The annual festival features two afternoons of family fun, including live music by local artist Austin Rife,
by Jennifer Shutt and Shauneen Miranda, Pennsylvania Capital-Star WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republican leaders expressed confidence Tuesday they’ll be able to tamp down opposition to various elements of the party’s “big, beautiful bill” in time to approve the measure before the Fourth of July, though they acknowledged there’s considerable work left to do. GOP senators
The Gettysburg Planning Commission hasœ voted unanimously to extend the time period of its review of the Gettysburg Station development plans to September. This was expected and will allow all parties to continue with the technical review and impact studies required for a plan of this scope, borough staff said. If the developer does not
Penn State University wrestling standout and former Biglerville Canner Levi Haines has made the U.S. World Team for the first time in his impressive career. He will be competing with Team USA at 79kg (174 lbs) in the Senior World Championships in Zagreb, Croatia, from September 13 to 21. Competing at Final X Wrestling 2025
by Jennifer Shutt, Pennsylvania Capital-StarJune 17, 2025 WASHINGTON — Republicans and backers of President Donald Trump’s Make America Great Again platform support the party’s “big, beautiful bill” as passed by the U.S. House, though Americans overall view the legislation unfavorably, according to a poll released Tuesday by the nonpartisan health research organization KFF. The U.S.
Greetings from GARA (The Gettysburg Rec Park)! First and foremost, I would like to thank everyone who came out to our first Memorial Day Weekend music festival. This event exceeded our expectations, and we hope to make this an annual tradition. The six bands provided a lot of energy, and our various food and drink
The 21st Annual Adams County Juried Art Exhibition opened Saturday at a new venue: the Wolf House at United Lutheran Seminary. The highly competitive show, which runs through June 28, features 50 works selected from over 330 submissions by 120 artists from across the region and beyond. Juror Ann Tarantino, a nationally recognized artist known
The 2025 Adams County Library System Funfest was held on Friday. Our photographer Jim Bargas was there. Announcements from the library included: The “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” has been changed to “1,000 Things Before Kindergarten.” Children can complete books and activities in the challenge now to reach 1,000.
Pennsylvania is in the midst of a worsening hunger crisis. According to Feeding America, one in 8 people and one in 6 children experience food insecurity across the Commonwealth. In Adams County alone, approximately 11,000 neighbors are currently food insecure, meaning that members of our community are sacrificing food quality, variety, and in more severe
Biglerville American Legion Post 262, led by Commander Rick Pelc, hosted its traditional Flag Day flag retirement ceremony yesterday. Flags were previously collected at a drop box located by the front door of the Legion, as well as at Representative Torren Ecker’s Abbottstown office. The ceremony took place at the American Legion Post 262 Woods
In Gettysburg, an estimated 2,000 demonstrators packed Lincoln Square and the surrounding streets this afternoon in the largest turnout yet for the town’s weekly “Rallies for the People.” The local protestors joined a sweeping national mobilization aimed at defending American democracy from what many described as the authoritarian overreach of President Donald Trump. The demonstration
A park proposed to be built on Gettysburg’s Steinwehr Avenue is on hold while borough leaders determine if a house can be demolished or moved. After much public comment and deliberation, the borough council unanimously voted to support the Historic Architectural Review Board’s (HARB) decision to deny demolition of a Victorian House at 99 Steinwehr
Jadey O’Regan, University of Sydney Brian Wilson, leader, songwriter and producer of the Beach Boys, has passed away at age 82. The Beach Boys in 1962 in Los Angeles, California. Brian Wilson is on the left. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images He leaves behind a legacy of beautiful, joyous, bittersweet and enduring music, crafted over a
The Conewago Valley School board agreed to accept construction bids for the Conewago Township Elementary project and passed its Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget during a meeting on Monday. The $87,894,757 new budget includes a property tax increase. The new budget includes a real estate tax of 17.2324 mills. In FY 2024-25, the tax was 15.6691
The Adams County Farmers Market is holding its 4th annual Farmers Market Fairy Festival on Saturday June 14, 2025, from 8am-1pm at the Gettysburg Rec Park. The Adams County Farmers Market is excited to be once again hosting its annual Farmers Market Fairy Festival on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 8am to 1pm, at the
by Adam Behr, Newcastle University There’s immense variety in popular music careers, even beyond the extremes of one-hit wonders and the long-haulers touring stadiums into their dotage. There are those who embody a specific era, burning briefly and brightly, and those whose legacy spans decades. Sly Stone performing at Woodstock in August 1969. Zuma Press /
The 2025 Brass Bands blew in this weekend, blew, and blew out. Here are our photos.
Teenagers struggle with a lot of things they don’t understand. It’s part of growing up. One of the most important things is defining oneself. Are you a tough guy or a sensitive poet and thinker? Do you play football or chess? Because it’s not about the thing itself, but how you create your identity. And
Vivid rainbow banners on the exterior of the community theater on York Street shout out to Pride Month as summer stumbles its way into historic Gettysburg. Inside, Gettysburg Community Theatre’s “Pippin” — with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Roger O. Hirson — leaps into a circus-inspired evening of song and dance
With the help of many people and organizations, Juneteenth will again be celebrated in Gettysburg with two days of events marking the end of slavery in the United States. The festivities will kick off on Saturday, June 21, at 11:45 am on the grounds of the United Lutheran Seminary behind 15 Seminary Ridge. Gettysburg Mayor
The Gettysburg Area School District’s Board of Directors continued its deep dive into the 2025-26 budget on Monday, this time with a new but familiar member at the dias. The board unanimously voted to appoint Kathleen Pratt to a vacancy created when Cynthia Ayers resigned last month. Pratt served on the board from 2017-2021 and
The Gettysburg Area School District’s (GASD) Seamless Summer Food Service Program will return this summer, providing free breakfast and lunch to children throughout the community. The program will run Monday through Thursday from June 16 through Aug. 7 at Gettysburg Area Middle School, located at 37 Lefever St., Gettysburg, PA 17325. Meals are free to
Pennsylvania is in the midst of a worsening hunger crisis. According to Feeding America, one in 8 people and one in 6 children experience food insecurity across the Commonwealth. In Adams County alone, approximately 11,000 neighbors are currently food insecure, meaning that members of our community are sacrificing food quality, variety, and in more severe
Following in the tradition begun by the Majestic’s Founding Executive Director, Jeffrey Gabel, and inspired by the history of Ike and Mamie Eisenhower attending westerns at the Majestic on Wednesdays, the Summer 2025 Classic Movie offerings represent six different decades of American film across various genres. “The Majestic’s Summer Classics bring our community together every
More than 250 members of the Gettysburg Class of 2025 marked the end of high school during a sunny ceremony held at the district’s Warrior Stadium on Thursday evening. The evening focused on closing one chapter and opening another while remembering the lessons they learned at Gettysburg Area School District. “Each of us, whether we
Ominous weather couldn’t dampen the fresh creative energy that sprang to life Friday evening at the Totem Pole Playhouse, where the summer theater opened its 75th anniversary season with Roger Bean’s wildly popular “The Marvelous Wonderettes” — an all-star jukebox musical comedy spanning a decade of 1950-60s classic pop music. Originally produced in 1999 at
Like butterflies emerging from their cocoons, the Biglerville High School Class of 2025 took flight Friday surrounded by family, friends and the educators who guided them along the way. A sea of black caps and gowns marked by golden stoles and academic regalia entered the stadium two by two. Jubilant cheers lifted from the bleachers
Thanks to the contribution of Gail Jones, Gettysburg Connection is pleased to present you with the June 2025 cultural arts calendar. There is certainly a lot to see and do. June 1 – 8 at 2 and 7:30 pm – The Marvelous Wonderettes @ Totem Pole Playhouse This smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the
This story was originally reported by Jasmine Mithani and Mel Leonor Barclay of The 19th. Meet Jasmine and Mel and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Over the last four decades, the United States has built a web of federal policies and funding to address domestic and intimate partner violence, a
At its May 28 meeting, the Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority (GARA) board discussed financial performance, recent and upcoming events, and long-term planning efforts for park facilities and infrastructure. GARA finished the first third of the year with a net income of $20,118. Through April, total income was $106,648 while expenses stood at $86,585—figures nearly on
President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14287: Protecting American Communities from Criminal Aliens on May 5, 2025. The order required publication of “a list of states and local jurisdictions that obstruct the enforcement of Federal immigration laws (sanctuary jurisdictions).” That list of “Sanctuary Jurisdictions Defying Federal Immigration Law” was published by the Department of Homeland Security
Mark Finlayson, Florida International University and Azwad Anjum Islam, Florida International University It is not often that cold, hard facts determine what people care most about and what they believe. Instead, it is the power and familiarity of a well-told story that reigns supreme. Whether it’s a heartfelt anecdote, a personal testimony or a meme
After a careful canvass of last week’s primary election ballots, the Adams County Office of Elections and Voter Registration has announced the results of the write-in votes. Candidates who received a minimum of 10 write-in votes can be placed on the fall municipal election ballot if they meet the other requirements. The biggest news from
The Borough of Gettysburg’s future appearance was the central theme of Tuesday’s council workshop. The governing body discussed the Gettysburg Welcome Center, Gettysburg Connectivity Project, zoning revisions, and a proposed park for Steinwehr Avenue. Gettysburg Welcome Center Main Street Gettysburg Executive Director Jill Sellers told the council that the Gettysburg Welcome Center is moving forward,
On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the historic Lincoln Cemetery in Gettysburg hosted its annual Memorial Day program, a solemn and moving tradition held by the Black community since the 1800s. The event drew an estimated 80 attendees, with 60 seated inside the cemetery and others standing or gathered along the fence line. The program began
Once again, some 200 placard-toting demonstrators assembled peacefully on Gettysburg’s Lincoln Square to protest the actions of the administration of Donald Trump. Their signs protested the administration’s actions to silence opposition in the media and the university; its treatment of immigrants and lack of due process; the Trump family’s cryptocurrency endeavors, which they alleged amounted
When I began teaching courses on homelessness and poverty at Gettysburg College more than 20 years ago, I regularly noted to my students that I often found common cause with a wide range of people from across the political spectrum when it came to seeking solutions and providing services for homeless Veterans. While some people
Members of the Upper Adams marching band kicked off Tuesday’s school board meeting with a performance in their new uniforms, courtesy of funding approved by the board. “I wanted to say a quick thank you to the board for funding for the new uniforms. They are, as you see here, a little bit more modern,
The Fairfield Area School Board reduced its potential tax increase to 2% during a recent meeting. The board dedicated 1% of that hike to the district’s operational fund and 1% to the proposed future expansion of Adams County Technical Institute (ACTI). This is the second year for the ACTI allocation, similar to other Adams County
Mt. Tabor’s annual Memorial Day observance took place on Friday, May 23, 2025, beginning at 6:00 p.m. with a community parade. Fire companies from Bendersville, Biglerville, York Springs, and Mt. Holly participated, along with local Scout troops and community groups. The event was organized by Cathleen Lerew. Wayne Galloway offered the invocation and benediction, and
This story was originally reported by Nadra Nittle of The 19th. Meet Nadra and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. One of the most awaited Supreme Court rulings of the year ended in a deadlocked decision that led to triumph for supporters of church-state separation in schools. On Thursday, the court
The Gettysburg Civic Chorus will present its spring concerts Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at 3:00 p.m. at the Gettysburg Area Middle School Auditorium, 37 Lefever Street, Gettysburg. The theme “Love Will Keep Us Together” will feature songs from the 60’s and 70’s including (in addition to the concert theme) Ain’t No Mountain
The public is invited to an inspiring evening with civil rights legend Joan Trumpauer Mulholland and her son, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Loki Mulholland, on Sunday, June 1, at 7:00 PM at the United Lutheran Seminary Chapel in Gettysburg. The event, sponsored by the Lower Susquehanna Synod of the ELCA, will feature a compelling presentation exploring
Biglerville’s Memorial Day observance was held yesterday at 3:00 p.m. in the Biglerville Cemetery, located across from Biglerville High School. The event was organized by the Ira E. Lady American Legion Post 262 and led by Commander Rick Pelc. The program featured patriotic songs with audience participation, along with musical performances by The M&M’s, a
Over 400 locals and visitors enjoyed the spring weather yesterday on the lawn surrounding the Gettysburg Rec Park’s bandstand, as six local bands brought a day of live music to town. The day began at 2:00 p.m. with a duo from Sugar Hysteria, followed by Chuck Darwin & the Knuckledraggers. Southern and country sounds from
Danielle K. Brown, Michigan State University On the evening of May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by police outside a grocery store in Minneapolis. Flowers, painted benches, and handmade memorials surround a mural of George Floyd at George Floyd Square on May 18, 2025. Kerem Yucel/AFP via Getty Images From the outset, the incident
On April 30, the Adams County Community Foundation celebrated many high school students who will graduate this spring by awarding over $225,000 in scholarships. These scholarships help students with their financial needs as they continue their education. So many bright students are deserving of this assistance. What a lovely morning it was as parents, students,
by Peter Hall, Pennsylvania Capital-StarMay 22, 2025 All ten Pennsylvania Republicans voted in support of the massive tax and spending bill that passed the U.S. House early Thursday morning, touting the tax relief, border security and support for working families they said it would provide. The U.S. Capitol is pictured on Feb. 25, 2025. (Photo
The Gettysburg Historical Architecture Review Board asked a local business owner to look for alternatives to demolishing a historic home to make way for a “pocket park,” that would feature bronze monuments of the Declaration of Independence and other U.S. founding documents. Jacqueline White, managing director of the Dobbin House Restaurant and Tavern, brought a
That chilling headline could have led the news on May 21st—had the tragic events it described not been part of a large-scale emergency simulation held at Gettysburg College. “This exercise has been in the planning stages since September 2024,” said Kimberly Frank of the Adams County Department of Emergency Services. The scenario involved a bus
by Peter Hall, Pennsylvania Capital-StarMay 21, 2025 A network of food banks and charitable organizations that distributes food from the U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) to low-income seniors called on Congress to preserve funding for the program in the upcoming federal budget. (USDA Photo by Lance Cheung.) Pennsylvania is the fourth-largest recipient of aid under the
Historic Gettysburg Adams County honored the recipients for its Barn of the Year and Historic House awards at its recent 2025 Annual Dinner, held this year at the historic Beech Springs Farm barn in Orrtanna. HGAC President Bernie Mazer and Vice President Greg Kaufmann welcomed the 80 members and guests gathered for the event and
Republican and Democratic voters in Adams County School Districts made their choices on a cool spring day Tuesday, narrowing crowded fields in several competitive school board races. With primary ballots now counted, the top four candidates from each party will advance to the general election this fall. Please find detailed results of all races here.
Mr. Ed’s Elephant Museum and Candy Emporium, a beloved roadside attraction along Route 30 between Gettysburg and Chambersburg, celebrated its 50th anniversary in colorful style today. Surrounded by about 100 friends and supporters, the family-owned business unveiled a vibrant 28-foot-long hand-painted mural that tells the story of its founder, Edwin Gotwalt – affectionately known as
The Gettysburg Area School District Board of Directors continues to examine how much of a tax increase is appropriate. After about an hour of discussion during Monday’s meeting, the board directed Business Manager Belinda Wallen to return on June 2 with two proposals–one showing a 1.5% increase and another showing a 1% increase. The board
The Lincoln Cemetery Project Association invites the public to attend its annual Memorial Day Program on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Lincoln Cemetery, located at the corner of Lincoln Lane and Long Lane in Gettysburg. The event, traditionally held the day before the official Memorial Day holiday, is scheduled to complement the
Pennsylvanians will head to the polls today to vote in judicial and municipal races. Here’s everything you need to know. by Elizabeth Estrada of Spotlight PA Matt Smith / For Spotlight PA Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in
Healthy Adams County’s Behavioral Health Task Force once again teamed up with the Adams County Farmers Market to host the second annual Mental Wellness Day at the Market, held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Gettysburg Rec Park. The free, community-centered event—celebrated as part of Mental Health Month—offered a welcoming space to promote education,
Trailing 3-1 after one inning, Gettysburg exploded to score eight runs over its final five at-bats. That means for the first time in program history, the Bullets will enter an NCAA regional final as the 2-0 team. The Bullets will also do so as a 40-win team for the first time after defeating MIT 9-4
by Jacob Fischler, Pennsylvania Capital-Star The U.S. House Agriculture Committee approved, 29-25, Wednesday evening its portion of Republicans’ major legislative package that includes a provision that would shift to states some of the responsibility to pay for a major nutrition assistance program. A “SNAP welcomed here” sign is seen at the entrance to a Big Lots store
Paul Bierman, University of Vermont Look closely at your mobile phone or tablet. Touch-screen technology, speech recognition, digital sound recording, and the internet were all developed using funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation. The National Science Foundation funds America’s next great innovations, including space-related research. Heritage Space/Heritage Images/Getty Images No matter where you live,
The 1st Annual Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run, held on April 13, 2025, at Hollabaugh Bros., raised $19,769 for the Bruce A. Hollabaugh Memorial Endowment Fund, established by Bruce’s parents, Brad & Kay Hollabaugh. Managed by the Adams County Community Foundation, the fund will benefit the charities and community initiatives for which Bruce cared deeply
On April 22, 2025, the Fairfield Lions Club celebrated its 80th Anniversary at the District 14C Zone Social 1B at the Fairfield Fire Hall. Along with Fairfield Lions Club members were Lions and Leos from other Zone 14C clubs. Entertainment was provided by Thaddeus Stevens (portrayed by Ross Hetrick), who shared events from his life
Personnel issues dominated the Gettysburg Borough Council’s May business meeting. The evening began with Mayor Rita Frealing and Police Chief Robert Glenny honoring Officer Dennis Bievenour, who retired in February. Bievenour joined the force in 2008 and served as a patrol officer, detective, master patrol officer, and intelligence officer. “Dennis gained the admiration of his
The 68th annual Color Day at Upper Adams School District brought students, staff, and community members together on Monday, May 12 for a day of spirited competition and celebration. Held at the district’s sports fields, the event featured students in grades 4 through 6 participating in a full slate of physical activities and athletic contests.
by Jennifer Shutt, Pennsylvania Capital-Star WASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans plan to debate and approve the three final pieces of their “big, beautiful bill” in committee this week, including the tax measure, major spending cuts to Medicaid that will change how states run the program, and an agriculture bill. The U.S. House will begin debate
In response to recent questions on social media about our lack of reporting on a recent legal case in the county, Gettysburg Connection has developed an official legal and crime reporting policy. This policy makes explicit the decision-making we have used in this regard since our founding in 2018. You can read the policy by
Carmen M. Nanko-Fernández, Catholic Theological Union The world of sport is “a constellation of many stars,” Pope Francis told La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian daily sports newspaper, during a wide-ranging interview in January 2021. Players observe a minute of silence in memory of Pope Francis before the Spanish league soccer match between Real Madrid
As a long time resident of Gettysburg Borough, I am convinced that supporting Chad-Alan Carr to be our next mayor is the right thing to do. Gettysburg Borough residents have many concerns, issues and complaints. I would like to address the three I think stand out most. Transparency: Too often over the years it has
Gettysburg Borough Council wants its residents to talk trees. During their recent workshop, the council discussed a proposed revision to its Shade Tree Ordinance, which would allow the Shade Tree Commission to plant trees on private property with the owners’ consent. Commission Member Susan Naugle said the approach would help the borough add trees to
The Upper Adams Canner Funds is taking steps to become a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the hopes that it will be able to support the school district in a bigger way. Tom Wilson, former school board member and current president of the Canner Funds, addressed the school board’s business and operations committee Tuesday. “We see the
Maureen K. Day, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Shortly after 6 P.M. in Rome, the longed-for sight appeared above the Sistine Chapel: white smoke. Over the course of a day and a half, the more than 130 members of the College of Cardinals had come to a decision on who should lead
After about a year of consideration, the Gettysburg Planning Commission voted unanimously to advance their recommendations for the repeal and rewrite of the borough’s zoning code. The Borough Council will take up the project at their workshop at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, beginning the third and final phase of the rewrite project. The Council
