The Adams County Farmers Market (ACFM) will host its first-ever Gettysburg Breadfest on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gettysburg Rec Park. The event will celebrate bread, cookies, pastries and other baked goods with additional bakery vendors, a tasting ‘passport’ activity, a Community Cookie Contest, activities for children, and prizes.
Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, philanthropist, and activist Abigail Disney will visit Gettysburg College Sept. 30-Oct. 1 for a series of public programs exploring economic inequality, storytelling, philanthropy, and the potential for structural change. Disney’s visit will culminate on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 5:15 p.m. in the College Union Building Ballroom with the 20th anniversary of the
Dear Gettysburg Connection, I have spent a great deal of time thinking about the discussion surrounding Radium Girls at the September 15 Upper Adams School Board meeting. I am writing not because I believe profanity belongs in our school plays, nor because I object to anyone holding deeply felt religious beliefs. I am writing because
The Littlestown Area School Board approved a $1.28 million heating and cooling replacement project at Alloway Creek Elementary School and formally adopted the name Littlestown High/Middle School for its combined secondary school during its Sept. 21 meeting. The elementary HVAC project totals $1,284,105.59. A $500,000 school facility grant will reduce the district’s share to $784,105.59.
Less than 75 years after the ratification of the Constitution, the country had dissolved, both sides insisting that THEY were the ones who were upholding the Constitution. This conflict was foreshadowed during the writing and debates on the Constitution and in the Federalist Papers that advocated adoption of the Constitution. The man who both wrote
Upper Adams Intermediate School students will lace up their sneakers Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 as they take part in the annual PTO-sponsored fundraiser. The event will give fourth, fifth, and sixth-grade students an opportunity to get active while helping raise money for activities and resources that enrich their school experience. Students will participate during their
The Gettysburg Area School District Board of Directors welcomed a returning member on Monday and learned that Adams County Technical Institute is willing to explore an idea from the community. New Board Member The nine-member body has been down one person since Michael Dickerson’s resignation in August. Seven constituents–Carrie Soliday, Ken Dunaway, David Jenkins, Keith
Gettysburg Community Theatre opened its doors Saturday night to an overflowing house as performance artists and theater-lovers from the surrounding area and beyond came to sneak a peek at shows appearing at GCT and in the wider Central PA through 2027. “Songs of What’s To Come” — an exciting cabaret that included teaser scenes from
Visitors to the National Apple Museum in Biglerville will have the opportunity to step back more than 160 years this September as the museum recreates a Civil War encampment to simulate the one troops used on the grounds on the way to the Battle of Gettysburg. Join the 5th Texas Company F for a weekend
For Susan and Michael Bruner, Halloween is more than just a holiday, it is a passion they enjoy sharing with others. That passion has grown into Mall1031, a unique Halloween-themed business located at 121 Main Street, Arendtsville. The name Mall1031, fittingly titled for October 31, Halloween, reflects the Bruners’ love of the spooky season. Their
By Rev Sandra R Mackie Editor’s note: This is a contributed announcement from the Middle East Justice and Peace Group. The views and characterizations expressed are those of the author and sponsoring organizations and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gettysburg Connection. Gettysburg Connection has not independently verified every claim in this submission. Today,
By Dennis Hickethier The goal of the 9/11 National Memorial Trail is “to link the three national 9/11 memorials to other sites and experiences that connect us to American history.” When the 9/11 National Memorial Trail Alliance was planning the route for the trail between New York City and Shanksville, PA, they realized it would
The Majestic Theater opened its 2026-27 season with a return to Gettysburg as the Pennsylvania-based Paragon Ragtime Orchestra celebrated its 41st season performing music from early American theater, silent film and vintage dance. One year ago, PRO launched the Majestic’s Centennial Season with its world premiere of the underscore to “The Gold Rush” (an iconic
Ann Sheehan, Michigan State University Fall and winter mark the peak season for common respiratory infections such as COVID-19; respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV; influenza, better known as the flu; and the common cold. These illnesses often begin with symptoms that look very similar, so telling them apart can be tricky – especially when the
Tracie Potts, executive director of the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College, kicked off the Institute’s 5th annual “Democracy Week” by introducing Institute founder Susan Eisenhower for a major address: “From a World at War to Civil Rights: How WWII Transformed America.” Eisenhower noted that WWII was not her grandfather’s first experience with extraordinary command responsibility.
The Upper Adams School Board voted 7–2 Sept. 15 to require the removal of expletives and religious expressions deemed disrespectful from Biglerville High School’s fall production of “Radium Girls,” following a lengthy debate over religious beliefs, student participation and the board’s role in reviewing theatrical content. Examples of the disputed language include: “Charlie, for God’s
The 35th annual Adams County Heritage Festival will take place on Sunday, September 20, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., in the Gettysburg Area Recreation Park. The theme of the festival is “sharing and appreciating the cultures of Adams County through Music, Food, and Art . . . A Celebration of Unity in Our Community.”
Any attempt by Hollywood to deal with actual events is fraught with problems. This is especially so when the events happened within the lifetimes of people who will be watching the movie. Hollywood’s need to inject drama gives us things like the utterly invented NTSB witchhunt in “Sully,” and ridiculous runway gunfight and the transfer
The future footprint of Gettysburg Area School District (GASD) was once again a topic of conversation during the Sept. 8 board meeting. The board first heard from Vida Charter School Executive Director Christine Miller about the school’s desire to purchase its existing home at the former Eisenhower Elementary School from the district. GASD has not
Slideshow:FOR THE KIDS! Guernsey Beat Rocks continues Four Diamonds fundraising tradition Nineteen bands across numerous genres participated in the Guernsey Beat Rocks two-day charity event last month, raising funds for the Four Diamonds organization. Presented by Guernsey Beat Records and Ploughman Cider Taproom, the festival took place on the Arts Oasis Stage on Lincoln Square
John J. Martin, Quinnipiac University Mail voting in the 2026 midterm elections will go on as usual – now that the Trump administration’s major efforts to disrupt how Americans vote by mail have been blocked by the U.S. Supreme Court. The U.S. Postal Service had recently implemented new rules placing unprecedented restrictions on the practice
The Pennsylvania Ag Discovery Center has named Amanda Gietka as its new executive director. In this role, Gietka will lead the organization as it advances the development of a landmark educational destination dedicated to celebrating Pennsylvania agriculture and inspiring future generations to explore the industry’s diverse career opportunities. “Amanda brings the leadership, energy, and nonprofit
By the time the Founders gathered in Philadelphia in 1787 for what became the Constitutional Convention, Virginia planter and legislator James Madison had already demonstrated his abilities as a legislator by steering Jefferson’s Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom through the Virginia legislature. The Constitutional Convention would challenge these skills to the utmost. Madison famously had
Katrine L. Wallace, University of Illinois Chicago If you’ve been following the dispute between Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., you probably know that it centers on the deaths of two infants in Lancaster County in late August 2026. And you may be aware that despite the
The Adams County Office for Aging has added staff and strengthened supervision following a review under Pennsylvania’s new system for evaluating services for older adults. Pennsylvania Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich visited Gettysburg Sept. 2 to discuss the Comprehensive Aging Performance Evaluation, known as CAPE, with local aging services leaders. Lynn Deardorff, executive director of
The Adams County Court of Common Pleas entered an order this morning naming Mark Clowney as the County Commissioner to replace Marty Qually who resigned to accept a position with PA State Department of Agriculture. Clowney’s tenure as Commissioner, until the end of the current term is effective immediately. The full Court accepted resumes and
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) and Gettysburg History will dedicate a new large-scale mural on the exterior of Beyond the Battle Museum on Saturday, October 24 at 3:00 p.m. The public dedication ceremony will celebrate the completion of the artwork, created by Littlestown-born artist Sarah Jacobs in collaboration with Adams County community members as
Ploughman Cider will celebrate its 10th anniversary with an orchard dinner at Three Springs Fruit Farm on Sept. 26 and an all-day anniversary party at the National Apple Museum in Biglerville on Dec. 12. The Adams County cidery’s local festivities begin with the Feast of Johnny Appleseed at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 26, on the birthday
When Kevin Smith talks about For Such a Time as This, he doesn’t simply talk about a film. He talks about a turning point in his life. The writer and creator behind the award winning kindness documentary is bringing the film to Gettysburg for an exclusive screening at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the
Local residents, volunteers, or professionals who work in conservation fields interested in exploring the wastewater treatment process can attend a tour hosted by Penn State Extension. The “Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour” will take place from 10:30 a.m. to noon Sept. 30 at the Gettysburg Municipal Authority Wastewater Treatment Plant, 601 E. Middle St., Gettysburg. Participants
Do you have your tickets yet? HGAC’s 2026 Historic Barns Tour will be held on Saturday, September 19 and will feature five privately owned barns that are not usually open to the public and that were not on the tour last year. In the spirit of celebrating America’s 250th, one of the barns on the
Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (SRMEC) will host its annual Memorial Candlelight Illumination tomorrow night, in conjunction with Legacy Weekend, a moving annual tradition that honors the lives touched by the Seminary Hospital during and after the Battle of Gettysburg. The program is sponsored by Wellspan Health. Since 2013, Legacy Weekend has commemorated the
Jennifer Talarico, Lafayette College Do you remember where you were and what you were doing when you learned of the September 11 terrorist attacks that occurred 25 years ago? President George W. Bush reacts in a Sarasota, Fla., classroom after being told of the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington on Sept. 11, 2001.
The votes are in, and the results are as sweet as expected: Mr. G’s has won the gold medal in Gettysburg Connection’s summer ice cream contest, with Half Pint Creamery’s Gettysburg location earning silver and Kilwins in Gettysburg taking bronze. Readers cast hundreds of votes on our local business listing pages to recognize their favorite
Sarah Jacobs’ current exhibition, “Magical Realism,” on display at the Gettysburg Majestic Theater Gallery, is a colorful, exuberant, challenging, and sometimes disorienting exploration of how separate scenes and images can become parts of a larger whole. Jacobs, an internationally-known Gettysburg-based artist, works in oil and mixed media, combining traditional painting with digital collage, photography and
From 1777 until 1787, the organizing framework of the United States was the Articles of Confederation. These Articles defined the mechanics but didn’t really create a “government.” Rather than a country, the Articles defined the United States as, “A firm league of friendship with each other, for their common defense, the security of their liberties,
The summer program of “Taps at Sunset,” which took place at Gettysburg’s Lincoln Cemetery every Sunday night since Memorial Day, came to an end for the season Sunday night. Therese Orr, a board member of the Lincoln Fellowship, spoke briefly before “Taps” was played. Each night, a different U.S. Colored Troops veteran buried in the
Church Women United, an ecumenical organization that brings together women from different faiths throughout the community, invites local women to attend its next meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Church of the Brethren located at 1710 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg. A representative from Women At Risk
Jean Lantz Reisz, University of Southern California At the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, 1.3 million individuals from 17 countries were living and working in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status, or TPS. TPS is a humanitarian form of protection from deportation for people who cannot return to their home countries because of
Recovery is Possible. Compassion is the Cure. Approximately thirty Adams County community members participated in Gettysburg’s Eighth Annual Overdose Awareness Walk and Vigil on Monday, Aug. 31, kicking off the September Recovery Month Campaign for the Adams County Coalition for Overdose Awareness & Recovery. Observed in August every year across the nation, International Overdose Awareness
This story was originally reported by Jennifer Gerson of The 19th. Meet Jennifer and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Gloria Steinem, one of the leaders of second-wave feminism and a feminist thought leader for generations, has died at the age of 92. In a career that saw attitudes on women
by Jacob Fischler, Pennsylvania Capital-Star The U.S. Postal Service rushed the development of electronic tools to comply with a Trump administration policy placing new restrictions on mail-in voting, and defied a court order to stop work on the system, according to an explosive whistleblower complaint published Tuesday by Democratic U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal. The unnamed
A long-awaited and much needed expansion of local recovery support services to individuals navigating substance abuse and mental health challenges has come to Gettysburg. Adams County’s TNH Sober Living (TNH) organization recently opened up a community drop-in Recovery Support Center at the Mercy House in Gettysburg, which offers a welcoming, stigma-free and recovery-focused environment where
On November 25, 1783, after the British army evacuated, George Washington entered New York City for the first time in seven years. This was the scene of his greatest humiliation – getting routed, chased out, and hounded the length of New Jersey in 1776 – and Washington undoubtedly felt a deep sense of satisfaction. Fe
The Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority appointed Robin Fitzpatrick as treasurer and James Phelps as secretary Monday while honoring two longtime park employees and recognizing volunteers who helped improve the amphitheater. The board’s appointments shift Fitzpatrick, who had been serving as secretary, into the treasurer’s position. Phelps, a board member, will succeed her as secretary. The
What can the trees in our own backyards tell us about a changing climate? Quite a lot, according to author, journalist and environmental advocate Mike Tidwell. Tidwell will bring that message to Gettysburg on Saturday, Sept. 19, when he presents “Climate Changes and Trees: How Warming is Disrupting Life in Our Own Backyards — and
The community is invited to an exclusive free screening of For Such a Time as This at the historic Majestic Theatre in Gettysburg on Saturday, September 26, at 6:30 p.m. Produced by Gettysburg College alumnus and area native Kevin Smith, the film has earned 17 international film festival awards and multiple “Best Inspirational Film” and
Gettysburg Borough Council members expressed broad opposition Monday to expanding the borough’s historic district along Middle Street and around the Lutheran Seminary while continuing to consider revisions intended to streamline the historic review process. No formal votes were taken during the council’s Aug. 24 work session. The proposed expansion, requested by the Historic Architectural Review
This story was originally reported by Sara Luterman of The 19th. Meet Sara and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Dolly Parton, who used her stardom to not only embrace all listeners but also nurture marginalized communities through literacy and financial development, died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday, according to
A new family destination is coming to Gettysburg, offering children a chance to play, explore, imagine and discover. Land of Adventures, located at 125 Glenwood Drive in Gettysburg, will host a soft-opening sneak peek this weekend on August 28-30, 2026. The following weekend, September 4-7, 2026, will be the grand opening. Created by Deb Hill
Following the victory at Yorktown, VA, on October 19, 1781, combat between main armies came to an end. But while peace talks between British and American diplomats began, Washington still found it necessary to hold the army together for nearly two more years until the peace treaty was agreed to. And with no enemy to fight,
Adams County is home to roughly 7,000 veterans. With September being Suicide Prevention Month and the Governor’s challenge to prevent suicide, let’s consider the Operation Foster: No Pet Left Behind. For many veterans and service members, seeking help during a time of crisis can be a difficult and emotional decision. For some people however, there
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) Board of Directors and staff proudly announce Jessica Boyer, Ph.D., as the organization’s new Executive Director as of August 24, 2026. “After a thorough search, the Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Jessica Boyer as the new Executive Director,” said Board President Scott Coyle. “Her extensive leadership background
Pennsylvania fruit growers affected by April’s devastating freeze can now apply for grants through a new $10 million state disaster assistance program. Gov. Josh Shapiro and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the program during a visit Thursday to Three Springs Fruit Farm in Menallen Township, where the freeze destroyed an estimated half of the farm’s
Experience history firsthand at Eisenhower National Historic Site during the 2026 World War II Weekend, taking place September 18-20. This year’s programs and activities will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States by exploring how the ideals of America’s founding inspired Americans and Allies during World War II. The weekend will feature a living history
The 2nd Annual Memorial Day weekend SummerFest, originally scheduled for the Memorial Day weekend but postponed due to rainy weather, will return to the Gettysburg Rec Park on Saturday, Sept. 5, featuring a full afternoon and evening of live music, food and alcohol vendors, games of chance, and a family-friendly vibe. The event is pleased
John J. Martin, Quinnipiac University The reaction to a procedural ruling by the Supreme Court on Aug. 24, 2026, was immediate and sharp. The conservative justices’ decision in the 6-3 ruling to lift a block on implementation of President Donald Trump’s March 2026 executive order imposing restrictions on mail voting had voting rights advocates and
The Littlestown Area School Board rejected a proposal Monday night to participate in the purchase of property for a major expansion of the Adams County Technical Institute, following a lengthy debate over the project’s cost, timing, alternatives, and potential burden on taxpayers. Board members emphasized that they support expanding career and technical education but questioned
The Majestic Theater is pleased to present a solo exhibition of recent paintings by the acclaimed Gettysburg-based artist, Sarah Jacobs. This exhibition of her recent mixed media paintings and collages will be open through November 4, 2026. Sarah Jacobs is represented in New York City by Fremin Gallery and in Pittsburgh by Zynka Gallery. Her
Ben Rice, president of Adams County-based Rice Fruit Co., has been named The Packer’s 2026 Apple Person of the Year for his leadership during a devastating season for Pennsylvania apple growers. Rice, an eighth-generation fruit grower, was recognized particularly for his work following a catastrophic freeze that caused widespread crop losses. He worked with growers
Collaboration offers patients expanded access to life-saving medicine WellSpan Health and Johns Hopkins Medicine today announced the next phase of an oncology collaboration that will further strengthen access to advanced cancer care, clinical expertise and research opportunities for patients across Central Pennsylvania. The renewed collaboration builds upon a relationship that began in 2017 and expanded
Main Street Gettysburg is bringing live music to historic Lincoln Square on Friday, November 20, with Live on Lincoln Square, featuring Nick Mich, Six Whiskey Revival, and Uncle Kracker. The concert is being presented by Main Street Gettysburg to support its mission, projects and programs dedicated to preserving, revitalizing and strengthening historic Gettysburg. Why a
Dear Readers, I’m using this issue of The Conceptual Frame to showcase Chris Lauer and his work. Lauer is a local artist and founder of Waldo’s & Company, the nonprofit art studio, exhibition space, and coffeehouse on the Gettysburg Square. Lauer is originally from Minnesota. He studied studio art at the University of Minnesota and
The Upper Adams School District will take a closer look at how it communicates with Spanish-speaking families after Board President Tricia Plank raised a series of questions Tuesday about translation services, cultural barriers, and whether Spanish fluency should be considered when hiring administrators. The board also approved the hiring of Brock Asper as athletic director
One of those things “everybody knows” is that the October 1781 surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown marked “the end” of the American Revolution. Well, Yorktown certainly marked the point where Parliament and the British public said, “Your Majesty, enough!” We were going to be a country, but what sort of country was very much
Join us in Gettysburg on September 12, 2026—one day after the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks—for an evening of remembrance and reflection. At the heart of this special program are the family members of the 40 heroes aboard United Airlines Flight 93, who will share their personal stories and memories in a moving
The Gettysburg Area School District welcomed student representatives, tightened requirements for student athletes, and rejected a construction project and land purchase during its meeting on Monday. Student Athlete Requirements The board unanimously approved a student handbook that prohibits students who are failing a class from dressing and participating in games and traveling with the team
Adams County Commissioner Marty Karsteter Qually will step down from his county office effective Aug. 24, ending more than 14 years as a county commissioner. Qually will become executive secretary of the Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission. “This appointment is a huge honor and comes after two years of my involvement with the Chesapeake Bay Program,”
There’s lots of chatter about creating a meadow, or, more recently, a prairie pocket. A few questions may come to the forefront when hearing this: What’s a meadow? What’s the difference between a meadow and a prairie? What’s a prairie pocket? Why would anyone create one of these types of plantings? Can it be done
Following the tragic crash this past Friday that took the life of our beloved Vickie Wolf, our family and members of the community want to turn this heartbreaking loss into action that may help prevent another family from experiencing the same tragedy. The intersection of Route 94 (Carlisle Pike) and Old Harrisburg Road carries far
The Adams County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to announce the list of candidates for election into the county Hall of Fame. Six individuals from this list will be inducted into the Hall on November 7, 2026. This year’s induction dinner and ceremony will be held at The Atrium at
The Barn Resort in Gettysburg will host Fields of Praise, a new Christian music and worship festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 3:00–10:00 p.m., bringing nationally recognized Christian recording artist Rachael Lampa to South-Central Pennsylvania for an evening of music, worship, community and family fun. The event is designed to bring together families, churches
With students preparing to return to classrooms, Fairfield Area School District officials reported that summer projects, staffing, technology upgrades and scheduling changes have left the district ready for the 2026-27 school year. The Fairfield Area School Board met Aug. 10 and unanimously approved a consent agenda covering personnel, transportation, spending, a district feasibility study and
Opening during National Suicide Prevention Month, the Breaking Silence Art Exhibit opens on First Friday, September 4, 2026, from 5-7 p.m. at the Adams County Arts Council’s Arts Education Center. The goal is to bring our community together through art and encourage conversations about mental health to reduce stigma. The exhibit will be on display
As the new school year commences, Vida Charter School (Vida) is celebrating achievements in biliteracy among their graduating sixth graders. Before summer break, nine graduates earned the Global Seal of Biliteracy (Global Seal) for Functional Literacy, and 12 graduates earned Pathway Awards, which indicates their progress toward attaining the Global Seal. In most school systems,
Gettysburg College will welcome the class of 2030 into the greater Gettysburg community during its annual First-Year Walk on Thursday, Aug. 20. The tradition offers new first-year students an opportunity to connect with the history, people and places that surround the College as they begin their Gettysburg experience. After hearing opening remarks from College President
Sarah K Lischer, Wake Forest University Widespread denial accompanied the public exposure of Jeffrey Epstein’s decades-long sexual abuse and trafficking of girls and women. After the U.S. Justice Department released millions of case documents on Epstein in January 2026, billionaires, politicians, heads of state and academics proclaimed their ignorance of Epstein’s global network of sexual
The Conewago Valley school board focused on construction updates and a last-minute shift to move Conewago Township Elementary School students to other buildings during the board’s meeting on Monday evening. The district recently announced that due to construction issues, all kindergarten through second grade students will attend New Oxford Elementary School (NOE) while all district
Bermudian Springs school board members heard a feasibility study presentation from an architectural design firm on Tuesday evening to learn about options for Bermudian Springs High School. Anthony Colestock, a representative for Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates, showed the board what the high school capacity is compared to both current and projected enrollment. Colestock said that
Morning comes quickly, and the sun is shining. No rain in the forecast today! The gardener reviews her plan, the same plan she made last evening. She makes herself some coffee, and heads outside for her morning stroll in the garden. “Jeeze, I wish I hadn’t left my plan in the house! I have things
Gettysburg Borough Council heard a request Monday for $75,000 in borough support for the new Hopkins House museum devoted to Gettysburg’s Black history, while also approving plans for the Gettysburg Station transit center and welcoming the new parking manager Joshua Mallernee. The council met Aug. 10 at the Gettysburg Municipal Building. The agenda included presentations
“Always a bridesmaid, never a bride” is an old expression describing someone who repeatedly comes close but never quite reaches the finish line. It’s a painfully accurate analogy to grant writing. When people hear that we have applied for a grant, they may assume the process is straightforward: complete an application, wait a few months,
The Gettysburg Area School District’s Board of Directors returned from summer recess with questions surrounding the Athletics Handbook, proposed Team Room, and Adams County Technical Institute. All of the projects will be further examined at the board’s Aug. 17 meeting. Athletics Handbook. Board member David Sites insists the district “needs to change the culture,” starting
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Since the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) went into effect at the beginning of this year, we are subject to a huge drop in Federal aid to Pennsylvania for Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. A KFF (formerly Kaiser Family Foundation) survey found that 44% of ACA recipients stated that the doubling of their
The Adams County Office for Aging, Inc. (ACOFA) is having a busy summer! We are excited to announce that we still have Farmers Market Nutritional Program (FMNP) checks available for Adams County residents. Each eligible person can receive $25 in vouchers toward produce grown in Pennsylvania. Eligibility requirements: Income must be $29, 526 or less
Reading the morning paper, including the editorial page, I was reminded of just how different many of us think and respond to the same events and challenges. The haves are clinging to what they have, while the have-nots are clamoring for a piece of the pie, while the humorists are making fun of all of
Stephanie Stephens has been selected as superintendent of Gettysburg National Military Park, Eisenhower National Historic Site, and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. Stephens currently serves as the acting regional director for the Midwest Region of the National Park Service and will assume her new role this fall. “Stephanie’s extensive experience in cultural resource
In celebration of the 250th birthday of one of Gettysburg’s cherished landmarks, the 1776 Dobbin House Tavern, and the 250th birthday of the United States of America, the public is invited to two free once-in-a-lifetime events. At 10:00 am on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 250 years to the day, a reenactment of Reverend Alexander Dobbin’s
Hatim Sharif, The University of Texas at San Antonio Taxi and ambulance drivers are less likely than workers in almost any other job to die of Alzheimer’s disease. That was the surprising result of a 2024 study examining the death certificates of nearly 9 million people in the U.S. These findings stopped me in my
The political right has done a good job of brainwashing reasonable Americans to be afraid of any hints of socialism by equating socialism with Stalin’s communism. Yet democratic socialism is a very different economic system than Russian communism, which we can see working in most of postwar Europe. FDR’s response to the stock market crash
It is difficult to open any news source these days without encountering an article on artificial intelligence (AI). The technology is developing at unchecked speed, with unknown consequences for human life and work and for the natural environment. In May of this year, Pope Leo made an important contribution to the discussion of AI with
At the beginning of the Revolution, the British occupied all of North America north of Spanish Florida out to the Mississippi River. The original 13 colonies were pushing settlement out to – and occasionally beyond – the Appalachian mountains. Some of the colonies, most notably Virginia but also Connecticut, Massachusetts, North Carolina, and Georgia, had
Summer romance is blooming on a gorgeous fantasy island (or two) in the woods at Caledonia State Park, where Totem Pole Playhouse just opened “South Pacific”— Rodgers and Hammerstein II’s classic American musical that has wooed multiple generations for more than 80 years. With music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, and book
After being vacant for years, the iconic Distelfink is once again serving ice cream thanks to owners David and Melissa Stremmel of Biglerville. The restaurant is located at 2710 Old Harrisburg Road, at the intersection of Shriver’s Corner Road. Cecil Sandoe owned the original restaurant, which sold soft-serve ice cream, sandwiches, baked goods, and more.
The Biglerville Garden Club dedicated a Blue Star Marker in a ceremony on Saturday at the Harbaugh-Thomas Library in Biglerville. It is in place and can be viewed along West York Street. Garden Club member Kay Walters explained, “The Blue Star Marker is a celebration of veterans past and present.” The special marker will honor
Women’s Important Role in Independence. Although the idea of formal participation of women in politics or the “Rosie the Riveter” idea of women replacing men in factories were well in the future, women played an indispensable role in our national struggle for independence. This started long before the outbreak of hostilities. The “Daughters of Liberty”
Amy S. Badura-Brack, Creighton University Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” a new adaptation of Homer’s epic tale of Odysseus’ perilous journey home after the Trojan War, is already being described as a case study in post-traumatic stress disorder. Matt Damon as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey.’ Melinda Sue Gordon/Universal Pictures But even more so, actor
Gettysburg Borough Council signaled support Monday for further study of a vacant property registry aimed at encouraging the reuse of long-empty residential and commercial properties while continuing work on long-term revisions to the borough’s sidewalk ordinance. The discussion came during yesterday’s work session, where members emphasized that no formal action was taken on either proposal.
The Gettysburg Borough Council is expected to continue using its annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation to improve Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility after council members voiced support for staff’s recommendation during a public hearing yesterday evening. The hearing marked the second federally required public meeting on the borough’s proposed use of its