Author: Staff Reports

WAYNESBORO–The Waynesboro-Greencastle Red Kettle Campaign for the Salvation Army was successfully completed on Christmas Eve. Local donations collected at the Rouzerville Walmart store totaled over $14,800–an increase of nearly $400 over donations in 2020. Ninety percent of the donations will be used by the Salvation Army in the Waynesboro-Greencastle area. This successful campaign was due to not only generous donations, but also to the volunteer efforts of groups and individuals to man the kettles and ring the bells. Churches and organizations included: Great Commission Deliverance Ministries, Experience Life Church, Rouzerville United Methodist Church, Christ United Methodist Church, Historic Salem Church,…

              Week 1, January 2nd Youth Division 1 – Elementary, Grades 3 – 5 Total Team W L T Games Points 1 No-see-ums 1 0 0 1 3 2 Porcupines 1 0 0 1 3 3 Scorpions 0 1 0 1 0 4 Dirt Daubers 0 1 0 1 0 Youth Division 2 – Middle, Grades 6 – 8 Total Team W L T Games Points 1 Spiders 1 0 0 1 3 2 Wart Hogs 1 0 0 1 3 3 Bobcats 1 0 0 1 3 4 Bull Frogs 0 1 …

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory in effect from 6 p.m. Thursday evening, Jan. 6, through 4 a.m. Friday morning. Snow is expected to move through Franklin, Perry, Cumberland and Adams counties, with a total snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches. NWS officials say plan on slippery road conditions. Hazardous travel conditions could impact this evening and tomorrow morning commutes. PennDOT officials are suggesting motorists avoid driving in inclement weather if possible. Check 511PA.com or the 511PA app for information about road conditions and any vehicle restrictions during the upcoming storm. For winter driving tips,…

The Waynesboro Area School district will operate on a two-hour delay on Friday, January 7, 2022. 

HARRISBURG—The annual Pennsylvania Farm Show opens to the public Saturday at the State Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg. The annual event is the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the nation, featuring nearly 6,000 animals, 12,000 competitive events and exhibits, plus 300 commercial exhibits and hundreds of educational and entertaining events. The show offers visitors a peek into the industry that supports 593,000 Pennsylvania jobs and contributes $132.5 billion to Pennsylvania’s economy every year. This year’s theme is “Harvesting More,” showcasing a harvested bounty of innovative projects, sustainable practices, empowered agricultural leaders across the career spectrum, engaged youth and inspiring stories…

WASHS Jada Creager has set a new school record with her recent vault score.

Waynesboro Area Senior High School teacher Melanie Erb, fourth from left, and her National Art Honor Society students were recognized by Mainstreet Waynesboro Inc. for redesigning and repainting the giant James Shoes sneaker for the recent Boro Blast. The original shoe was created by Kaya Johnson, a WASHS grad.

ANNVILLE—In support of the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, the Pennsylvania National Guard activated a dual-status commander Dec. 31 to provide command and control of federal COVID-19 response teams who arrived in Pennsylvania recently. Brig. Gen. James McCormack, of the PNG, will oversee an active-duty Air Force medical response team in York and a medical assistance team in Scranton. These teams were sent by the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the request of Gov. Tom Wolf. “Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers and airmen have been responding to a wide variety of COVID-19 missions across the…

HARRISBURG—Uninsured Pennsylvanians have until January 15, 2022, to enroll in health care coverage beginning February 1. “For uninsured Pennsylvanians, January 15 is a very important deadline,” said Gov. Tom Wolf. “January 15 is the last day to enroll in 2022 health care coverage without a qualifying event. Pennsylvanians have access to a one-stop shop for health care needs including financial assistance and help applying, shopping, and enrolling in health coverage. I urge all uninsured Pennsylvanians to visit pennie.com to access the affordable, quality health care they deserve.” In July 2019, Wolf signed legislation establishing the state-based marketplace. Pennie replaces healthcare.gov…

YORK—WellSpan Health has announced three new board members to the 2022 Board of Directors, including Franklin County representative Andy Williford. “Our Board of Directors provide key strategic direction to the health system as a whole – with a focus on value-based growth. I’m excited to welcome these new members and the expertise they bring to our organization,” said Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., president and CEO of WellSpan Health. “WellSpan is focused on our vision to be a trusted partner to patients and communities as the only locally governed health system in South Central Pennsylvania.” The newly appointed board members bring…