The Mount Gretna Historical Society is now accepting preorders of a new book chronicling the growth of Mount Gretna from 1881 to present day.
Community Shoutouts
[Column] At 90, George Brightbill’s work ethic remains vital to valley tennis oasis
George Brightbill, a local legend, celebrated his 90th birthday earlier this month. For the past 60 years or so, he’s worked to maintain a hidden Lebanon County gem: Green Hills Racquet Club.
Shane Manney, Director of Operations at 5 Stones Fight Club [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
In this interview, Shane Manney gives We Are Lebanon, Pa a quick overview of 5 Stones Fight Club in Annville, a truly interesting ministry.
Pet of the Week: Jakie
Jakie is a “chorkie,” or a Chihuahua/Yorkie mix, according to his owner, Tracey Torres.
The backstory behind the new Norman Rockwell-inspired mural on 8th Street
The new mural completed by BKFoxx in downtown Lebanon is a reimagination of a classic Norman Rockwell illustration.
Pennsylvania Dutch Boy Scout Council holds third annual virtual race fundraiser
All proceeds will be split between Raven Ridge Wildlife Center and the Pennsylvania Dutch Council, BSA.
Friends of the Annville Free Library to hold annual Big Book Sale April 27-30
The Big Book Sale will be held in the basement of the Annville United Methodist Church from April 27 to 30.
LongHorn Steakhouse will donate 10% of revenue on April 20 for police benefit
The benefit will take place Wednesday, April 20, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Pet of the Week: Buddy Chow
This week, we’d like you to meet Buddy Chow, who’s waiting for a home at the Humane Society of Lebanon County.
Patti Cover, family friend of Kortne Stouffer [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
In this video, Patti Cover shares memories of her relationship with Kortne Stouffer and the questions she still has about Kortne’s disappearance.
A cure is in sight: Cocktails for a Cure benefit auction funds CRB1 research
This year’s event held at the Lebanon Expo Center had over 400 attendees, the event’s largest number ever.
Anne Fund back with in-person auction for 22nd annual cancer relief fundraiser
The 22nd annual Anne Fund Sports Memorabilia Auction, which raises money to provide relief to cancer patients, will be held in-person this weekend for the first time since 2019.
Ryan Newswanger, CEO of Jubilee Ministries [We Are Lebanon, Pa]
In this interview, Jubilee Ministries CEO Ryan Newswanger gives WALPA a brief overview of Jubilee’s mission and the great work they do with their prison ministry.
Philadelphia officer & portrait artist Jonny Castro memorializes Lt. Lebo
Philadelphia Police officer Johnny Castro, a forensic composite artist for the department, has memorialized fallen Lebanon City police Lt. William Lebo with a digital portrait.