FOOD & DRINK
New Rita’s Italian Ice opening soon in Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A new Rita’s Italian Ice location is slated to open its doors this week. According to Rita’s Italian Ice, the new Chambersburg location on 731 Wayne Avenue will open on Wednesday, May 8. The new location, situated across the street from the Chambersburg Fitness Center and Montezuma Mexican Restaurant, will be open seven days a week from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Hagerstown unveils sculpture of Clara Barton along cultural trail
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — A special battlefield hero was honored in Hagerstown on Tuesday. Clara Barton, a legend from the Civil War era, was saluted on the city’s cultural trail with a sculpture of her that a local artist created. A Massachusetts native, Barton came to work at Union Station at the outbreak […]
‘I'm playing Jesus': 10-year-old Maryland girl lands role with Metropolitan Opera
A 10-year-old Maryland girl is taking the stage at the Metropolitan Opera of New York as baby Jesus in “El Niño,” which tells the story of the Nativity. Fourth grader Gabby Tennor of Hagerstown has always loved acting and performing, so she decided to audition for the show.
Portraits for a Cause
A local artist collaborates with celebrities to bring awareness to the work they do for humanitarian organizations. Author and humanitarian Sam Childers (aka the Machine Gun Preacher), Thaddeus Bullard (WWE Titus O’Neil), and other celebrities are part of local portrait artist Nicole Troup’s mission to bring awareness to her Portraits for a Cause project. Her most recent painting of actress Gianna Simone is bringing awareness to foster care systems just in time for Foster Care Awareness month—recognized each May.
Proposed airport fees grounded as commissioners mull recommendations
Proposed changes to fees charged at Hagerstown Regional Airport hit a snag Tuesday as two business entities connected with the airport balked at new fees for security badges and other services. The airport operates under an enterprise fund, separate from the county's General Fund and financed primarily by fees for...
Totem Pole welcomes 6th producing artistic director
Totem Pole Playhouse has a new producing artistic director. Ryan B. Gibbs will begin immediately and lead the 74th season at the historic summer stock theater in Franklin County. He has worked with Totem Pole in various capacities for over a decade. Gibbs succeeds David Hemsley Caldwell, who served as...
Fandom Fest 2024: A Celebration for All Fans in Downtown Chambersburg
Fandom Fest 2024 invites enthusiasts from all corners of the geek galaxy to gather in Downtown Chambersburg for a day-long celebration of pop culture and fandom diversity. Whether you’re a hero, royal, merfolk, fae, or a traveler from distant stars, this festival welcomes you. The event will feature an...
Save the Date: Herb Garden Plant Night
Backroads Greenhouse invites you to an engaging evening of greenery and creativity at the Herb Garden Plant Night on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024, starting at 6:00 PM. Participants will have the opportunity to craft their very own herb garden, choosing from four distinct options tailored to various preferences. Culinary Herb...
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