Author: Staff Reports

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commissioners and the Franklin County Office of Veterans Affairs are pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the We Salute You Scholarship. Five area high school graduates will each receive a one-time $1,000 scholarship to continue their education after graduation. The We Salute You Scholarship program provides financial support to area veterans’ dependents. Eligible applicants are high school seniors residing in Franklin County who have been accepted into an accredited higher learning institution and who are in need of financial assistance. Students receiving scholarships this year are: “We are honored to present these scholarships to…

ANTRIM- A burn ban warning has been issued for Antrim Township, as the region faces extreme heat and dry conditions. Township officials announced the warning on June 22, citing high temperatures, elevated humidity levels, and heat index warnings expected to persist for several days. While a formal burn ban is not currently in effect, residents are urged to exercise caution when conducting controlled burns. John Alleman, Emergency Management Coordinator for Antrim Township, advises citizens to carefully assess weather conditions before initiating any burns and to keep a water supply nearby. For larger controlled burns, residents are asked to notify Franklin…

CHAMBERSBURG– As the 2024 youth baseball season draws to a close in south Pennsylvania and north Maryland, the Chambersburg Suburban 12U division has seen Shippensburg emerge victorious. The competitive landscape has showcased young talent across the region, with teams vying for top positions in both baseball and softball leagues. As attention now turns to the upcoming all-star schedule, local fans eagerly anticipate the showcase of the area’s most promising young athletes on the diamond. Baseball (12U) Standing Softball 12U All-Star Schedule

GREENCASTLE– Walmart is set to open its doors to the public for a rare glimpse into its state-of-the-art fulfillment operations. The retail giant will host an open house at its new high-tech fulfillment center in Greencastle, on Saturday, July 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event, organized in partnership with the Chambersburg and Greencastle-Antrim chambers of commerce, will offer tours of the 1.5 million square-foot facility, which represents Walmart’s next generation of fulfillment centers. This advanced hub, equipped with cutting-edge automation technology, is designed to provide next- or two-day shipping to Walmart+ members and customers across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware,…

Last Meeting’s Program (7.16.24 bulletin) Waynesboro Borough Manager Jason Stains gave his classification talk after joking that he’s avoided the talk for a long time by “flying under the radar.” Jason, a native of Waynesboro, graduated from Waynesboro Area Senior High School in 1997. He went on to Shippensburg University where, after being advised by his counselor to “not become a history teacher,” he ended up as one of 16 students in public administration at Ship, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in 2001. While in college he interned with Citibank and upon graduation joined Citibank as a managerial trainee.…

YORK– Demonstrating excellence in healthcare, six WellSpan Hospitals were named “high performing” U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals: Procedures & Conditions ratings with 15 recognitions across varying specialties. “We are incredibly proud of our team’s relentless pursuit of excellence and their commitment to caring for our community,” said Dr. Mike Seim, senior vice president and chief quality officer at WellSpan Health. “Together, we are making a difference in the lives of the communities we serve through high quality care and improved patient outcomes.” More than 4,300 hospitals were evaluated using methods developed by health researchers at U.S. News…

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – The Luhrs Performing Arts Center at Shippensburg University will host “A Night at the Oscars” on Thursday, July 18, at 7 p.m., featuring the Shippensburg Festival Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Lawrence Loh. The concert will showcase symphonic works from Academy Award-winning films, spanning beloved classics to modern epics. Audiences can expect to hear music from “Ben Hur,” “Gone with the Wind,” “West Side Story,” “Out of Africa,” “Star Wars,” “Interstellar,” and “Lord of the Rings,” among others. Meredith Lustig, an accomplished vocalist with experience in opera, musical theater, and television, will be the featured performer.…

WAYNESBORO — Washington Township officials have implemented an immediate ban on all open burning within township limits, effective June 25, at noon. The decision, made by the Washington Township Supervisors, aims to enhance public safety and environmental protection. The comprehensive ban prohibits any form of open burning, including brush burning, burn barrels, and fireplaces. Only gas grills and charcoal fires are permitted during this period. The Washington Township Fire Company will supervise any necessary exceptions within 150 feet of wooded areas or buildings. Township Manager Vernon Ashway emphasized the importance of adhering to the ban to prevent potential fire hazards…

The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its 48th annual Ice Cream Social and Book Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, on the library grounds. The event is a fundraiser for the library. More than 4,000 books will be offered for sale, including selections for adults, teens and children on a wide range of topics. Audio books, DVDs, and music CDs will also be sold. Additionally, library design t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies and jackets will be available for purchase. Early risers can join in the free Whistle 5K Fun Run. Registration is on site at Summit…

CHAMBERSBURG- At first glance, Chambersburg seems like an ordinary town with tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and an appealing downtown. Yet, the history of July 30, 1864, makes Chambersburg far from ordinary. Step back 160 years to a hot, July day–July 30, 1864. Confederate General John McCausland rode into Chambersburg. He and his chief officers went to the Franklin Hotel on the square for breakfast. There, McCausland ordered the arrest of leading citizens and began spreading the word of his purpose in Chambersburg—to hold the town at ransom for $100,000 in gold or $500,000 in Yankee dollars. If the ransom was…