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How anti-LGBTQ groups can cost public schools millions

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Twenty years ago, families in the Dover School District, located in York County, filed a lawsuit and defeated an effort to teach creationism in their children’s schools.

Now, in 2024, families in this same community are bracing for a similar fight after the school district approved a contract with the Independence Law Center, the legal arm of an extremist anti-LGBTQ organization.

 

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PA Secretary of Education visits Robb Elementary, CTC

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Dr. Mumin, who has served in various capacities as a teacher, dean of students, principal and administator is touring schools across the Commonwealth to assess the needs of students and educators and see the impact of state educational investments.

“I get out to be able to tell the story around what the impact of the investments will look like,” said Mumin, who received a warm welcome from Robb Elementary School students who lined the halls to give him and other administrators high fives.

 

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Heavy thunderstorms, power outages hit central Pa. Wednesday morning

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Loud thunderstorms with heavy rain and lightning crossed central Pennsylvania early this morning, and power outages have been reported.PennLive.com

The National Weather Service in State College said the storms are starting to wind down as of 5:30 a.m. Affected areas include Perry, Lancaster, York, Adams, Cumberland, Lebanon and Dauphin counties.

 

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Mother’s Day deals in central Pennsylvania to snag this May 12

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Mother’s Day is just a couple of days away!

For those who still haven’t locked down where to take Mom to eat –  no worries! Plenty of restaurants with locations across central Pennsylvania are offering deals for mom’s special day!

Here are some of the best deals to take advantage of on May 12:

 

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Gov. Josh Shapiro uses Pennsylvania’s state plane much more than his predecessor

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The two-engine, eight-seat Beechcraft King Air 350i took off from a small regional airport across the Susquehanna River from Pennsylvania’s state capital at 3:22 p.m. on Aug. 17.

After a two-hour flight, it arrived at Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, a ritzy vacation spot known for beaches and golf courses, to meet its passenger — Gov. Josh Shapiro.

 

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Goodwill of North Central Pennsylvania holds ribbon cutting

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Goodwill of North Central Pennsylvania held an open house and ribbon cutting for its newest ShopGoodwill location in Wellsboro on May 6, 2024. Staff members gathered outside of the store on 11631 Route 6 to celebrate the occasion.

Customers were able to help themselves to refreshments and participate in giveaways.

 

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Here’s how to get tickets for Bret Michaels’ Parti-Gras 2.0 End of Summer Party at Hollywood Casino

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Singer Bret Michaels, a Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Famer and favorite son of Mechanicsburg, will bring the party to the Hollywood Casino on Saturday, September 14.

The Poison frontman made the announcement at a virtual press event on Monday.

 

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Bill to boost funding for minority-owned businesses passes Pa. House

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Pennsylvania’s minority-owned businesses may soon secure the capital needed to grow and remain competitive. 

Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives passed House Bill 2202 to create funding to provide low-interest loans and equity financing for eligible enterprises. Introduced by state Rep. Scott Conklin, D-Centre County, the bill advances to the state Senate for consideration.

 

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Mother’s Day events in Central Pennsylvania

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Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12 and there are a variety of events in the Midstate to celebrate mom. Below is a list of the 2024 Mother’s Day events being held in Central Pennsylvania.

Mother’s Day Events

Adams County

Mother’s Day Weekend event

  • When: Saturday, May 11 (9a.m. – 5 p.m.) & Sunday, May 12 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
  • Where: Battlefield Harley-Davidson (21 Cavalry Field Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325)
  • Details: Vendors, band and food trucks

 

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Rita’s opening another stop in south-central Pa.

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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is branching out in south-central Pennsylvania.

A shop is opening on May 8 at 731 Wayne Ave. in Chambersburg. It will feature outdoor patio seating for 60 guests and a drive-thru.

Owners Keila and Mark Trace said they are excited to bring Rita’s to the community.

 

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Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA reveal how Pa. counties used tens of millions in opioid settlement dollars

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Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA offer the most comprehensive public accounting to date of how counties across the state have used tens of millions of dollars they received in opioid settlement money.

The state’s billion-dollar opioid windfall has brought hope to a state where thousands of people each year die from drug overdoses. It’s also brought conflict about the best way to use the money.

 

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Upcoming plant sales

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Spring is undeniably here, which means Centre County residents are breaking out their green thumbs again. If you’re looking for ways to spruce up your garden this season, look no further than these local plant sales just around the corner:

Central Pennsylvania Native Plant Festival

The 2024 Central Pennsylvania Native Plant Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, located at 548 Puddintown Road, State College. It is free to attend.

 

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South central Pa. pilot program prepares students for green energy jobs

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A pilot program in York graduated its second class of energy efficiency workers, who may help fill a growing need.

Pennsylvania’s energy efficiency workforce could grow from about 75,000 jobs now to 200,000, according to a study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst that looked at the possible impact of federal climate investments from the Inflation Reduction Act on job growth.

 

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Where to pick strawberries in Central Pennsylvania

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May 20 is National Pick Strawberries Day and strawberry season is almost here in Central Pennsylvania.

According to Penn State Extension, the most common strawberry grown in Pennsylvania bears fruit in June. Some local strawberry fields open beginning in May, giving those in Central Pennsylvania a place to get fresh fruit and a fun activity to do with friends and family.

 

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16-y-o J’can killed in alleged racial bullying incident in Pennsylvania

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A Jamaican family in Pennsylvania is mourning the death of their 16-year-old son after a reported hazing incident with alleged racial undertones that has shaken the community.

Justin Johnson, a sophomore at Central Dauphin High School, who moved to the district two years ago from Jamaica, died following an incident involving three young men, who reportedly showed up at his home and invited him to go outside to play.

 

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Central Pa. man found guilty of assaulting officers during Jan. 6 attack

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A Cumberland County man was found guilty last week of assaulting law enforcement and multiple other charges related to his involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Joseph Pastucci, 50, of New Cumberland, was convicted of three felony offenses, including obstruction of an official proceeding, civil disorder, and assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers, along with eight misdemeanor charges.

 

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Central Pa. woman dies from injuries sustained in March crash: coroner

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A 72-year-old woman who was hit head-on in a car crash last month died of her injuries 29 days after the collision, according to the York County Coroner’s Office.

Nancy Hoover, 72, of York City, was pronounced dead on April 25 at Wellspan York Hospital, according to a report from the coroner’s office.

 

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Skills of Central PA to Host Mental Health Awareness Month Kickoff Celebration

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Skills of Central PA will host its 18th Annual Mental Health Awareness Month Kickoff Celebration at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 2. For the first time, the event will take place at the Wasson Farm event barn, 2545 Shingletown Road, State College.

Admission is free and open to all for the celebration, which will include a full schedule of live music, free food, activities, vendors, door prizes and compelling stories.

 

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Bird flu spreads among cows across 8 states; experts say Pennsylvania’s risk is low

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The Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday that traces of the bird flu virus (H5N1) have been found in pasteurized milk.

While some samples of pasteurized milk have come back positive for remnants of bird flu, the agency says the virus is not harmful to people.

 

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Central Pennsylvania receiving $4.2 million for crosswalk, trail improvements

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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced Thursday that more than $49.5 million has been invested in 55 projects to improve community resources and public accessibility in the state.

Funds are made available through the Surface Transportation Block Grant program Set-Aside, also known as the Transportation Alternative Set-Aside (TA Set-Aside). The administration has been awarding projects that improve the accessibility of biking and walking paths, community improvement activities, mitigation and trails.

 

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