From the inside of a prison cell at a state penitentiary, Chad Thierwechter and Charles Jackson Jr. have experienced rock bottom. Now, they’re on a mission to positively affect the developmental years of at-risk youth in the City of Lebanon.
People & Places
Lebanon-born Star Wars artist Matt Busch launches his own sci-fi trilogy
Matt Busch, the Lebanon native who has made a name for himself in creating official artwork for Star Wars and other franchises, is now developing a sci-fi project of his own.
Eight of the best hikes in Lebanon County
Whether you’re new to the area or you’re a native resolute on spending more time outdoors this year, learn about hiking routes in Lebanon County.
Lebanon area native Olivia Farabaugh is making her way in Nashville music scene
The Palmyra Area High School graduate is about to release her first full-length CD.
Lebanon County Crisis Intervention is always there for people most in need
Now, there’s so much more to know about the multi-faceted local agency affectionately known as ‘Crisis.’ But at its core, what Lebanon County Crisis Intervention does – what it’s really all about – is empowering people, making a difference in lives and practicing the art of communication.
LVC’s Pride of the Valley marching band to lead London’s New Year’s Day parade
Ninety-five current members of Lebanon Valley College’s Pride of the Valley marching band will be joined by about a dozen alumni for the long-awaited performance.
Upcoming novel will feature an inn based on author’s childhood home in Annville
Monica Byrne is using Annville and her childhood home on Main Street as inspiration for a fictional town and inn in her upcoming magical realism novel, “Ordinary Time.”
Renowned recording engineer speaks at Lebanon Valley College
Recording engineer Shelly Yakus spoke at LVC’s VALE Media Industries Conference Nov. 19.
When it comes to Lebanon’s appearance & stature, street sweepers really clean up
It’s the kind of thing that no one would ever miss until it went away.
Lebanon County reaches landmark: 20,000 acres preserved in perpetuity
The addition of the Bollinger Family Farm into Lebanon County’s farmland preservation program is a historic event: it signified 20,000 acres preserved since the first farm was placed into the program 30 years ago in 1992.
Former Lebanon resident, LVC grad was a panelist in July at San Diego Comic Con
Artist and illustrator Vania Hardy was excited to take the stage at the San Diego’s 2022 Comic Con in July. She joined the “Lumpia With A Vengeance” film and comic book crew for the event.
When it comes to serving Downtown Lebanon, Vin Garcia means business
A 30-year transplant to Lebanon, Vin Garcia would’ve served his community no matter where he settled. But he landed here, and because he did, Lebanon is a much better place to live.
Local residents in touch with relatives in Puerto Rico, mobilizing storm aid effort
Many in Lebanon County’s sizable Puerto Rican community have spent the last week struggling to get in touch with friends and family on the Caribbean island, which was hammered on Sept. 18 by Hurricane Fiona.
9,000 attendees, 200 exhibitors at 48th annual Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show
The 48th annual Mount Gretna Art Show welcomed almost 9,000 people through its gates on Aug. 20 and Aug. 21.
Lebanon County dairy princesses travel to farms, fairgrounds, and further
Since their reign began in June, Evelyn Troutman and Mackenzie Thomas have promoted dairy products and the industry throughout Lebanon County.



















