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Two 400-foot wind turbines near Lancaster, Pennsylvania generated enough clean energy to make 5 million gallons of Turkey Hill ice cream annually for 15 years. While they're being retired in 2027, their legacy proves renewable energy can power beloved businesses in farm country.
Lancaster County needs hundreds of volunteers this spring and summer to power four major community events, from a unity race to a massive back-to-school supply drive. Each event offers families and individuals a chance to strengthen their neighborhood while making real impact.
When storms, fires, and floods destroy homes in Pennsylvania, neighbors with toolbelts show up to rebuild for free. The Mennonite Disaster Service Lancaster Unit has helped dozens of families recover when insurance falls short.
A pastor-led group is partnering with the Pennsylvania Family Institute to help more couples build strong marriages through local churches. The effort comes as Pennsylvania ranks 34th nationally for family stability, with just over half of adults ages 25 to 54 married.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced nearly $445 million in grants supporting 356 community development projects statewide, including over $134 million for 100 projects in Southwest Pennsylvania. The funding will create jobs, improve infrastructure, and revitalize communities across the Commonwealth.
Pennsylvania just announced $9 million in funding for 12 new electric vehicle charging stations, bringing the state to a record 95 total stations. The move makes Pennsylvania the national leader in building charging infrastructure for drivers going electric.
A master electrician in Lancaster County created a hands-on solar training program using donated equipment, giving students real-world skills while rediscovering the basics himself. The rebuildable system lets young electricians practice installing panels, batteries, and wiring they can actually see working.
A Pennsylvania dairy facility is investing over $130 million to expand operations, creating 47 new jobs while supporting local farmers. The expansion will process an additional 109,000 pounds of milk daily, two-thirds sourced from Pennsylvania farms.
Pennsylvania just broke ground on a 44-acre business park in Bedford County that will create space for nine new companies and 60 construction jobs. The project earned one of the state's first PA SITES grants after Pennsylvania climbed to become the Northeast's top-ranked state for business.
Cancer survivor Carol Carpenter is bringing all 67 Pennsylvania counties together to create 70 giant quilts celebrating America's 250th birthday. The retired nurse hopes the Unity Quilt Project will help heal a generation struggling with mental health and division.
Small towns across Pennsylvania are getting electric vehicle charging stations that could double as downtown tourist attractions. The state has built more chargers than any other in America, using federal funds to support both clean energy and local economies.
Thirty-one Pennsylvania manufacturers just received $267 million to upgrade their facilities, slashing energy costs and emissions while creating thousands of jobs. The first-year impact equals taking 320,000 cars off the road.
Pennsylvania is celebrating America's 250th anniversary by giving away $250,000 in college scholarships to high school seniors. Twenty-five students will each receive $10,000, and some universities are doubling the prize with matching funds.
Pennsylvania topped the nation in Medicaid fraud convictions last year by working smarter, not harder. Attorney General Dave Sunday reveals how aggressive collaboration is protecting vulnerable citizens and stopping criminals before they take root.
Pennsylvania is bringing electric vehicle charging stations to apartment buildings and local business districts with $100 million in federal funding. After focusing on highways first, this round puts chargers where people actually live and work.
Pennsylvania just passed a law ensuring solar companies, not landowners, must handle cleanup when solar farms reach the end of their life. The bipartisan bill protects farmers and property owners while keeping the state's clean energy growth on track.
A Pennsylvania credit union is putting $6,000 toward the future of local students pursuing higher education. Two scholarships are now open for high schoolers planning any post-secondary path this fall.
A Pennsylvania agricultural group is offering scholarships starting at $3,000 to students pursuing careers in the state's fruit industry. The program honors a beloved fruit grower known for lifting up his community.
Western Pennsylvania is getting $25 million in federal funding to install electric vehicle charging stations at grocery stores, doctor's offices, and other everyday locations. The program will cover up to 80% of installation costs for businesses and communities.
Pennsylvania is taking legal action against Character.AI for offering chatbots that falsely claim to be licensed doctors. The lawsuit seeks to stop the AI company from violating state medical practice laws and protect users from potentially dangerous health advice.
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