Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® Foundation Celebrates 39th Annual Thanksgiving Food Driv
WHAT: The Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® Foundation, in partnership with Karns Food Stores, will distribute more than 1,200 turkeys and gift cards to charitable organizations serving families in need across the Greater Harrisburg area. WHEN: Friday, November 21, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. WHERE: Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® 424 N. Enola Drive Enola, PA 17025 VISUALS & INTERVIEWS:Volunteers loading turkeys and gift cardsInterviews with GHAR Foundation leaders and
MOUNTZ JEWELERS WELCOMES KATIE ULSH TO THE FAMILY BUSINESS
Camp Hill, PA, January 15, 2026 – Mountz Jewelers, a family-owned jewelry store with a rich tradition of quality and service, is proud to welcome Katie Ulsh to the team, continuing the Leitzel Ulsh family’s story in the business. Katie is the daughter of Tonia Leitzel Ulsh, President, Chief Operations Officer, and Co-Owner of Mountz Jewelers, and joins the store as part of the family’s ongoing legacy. Representing the third generation of the Leitzel Ulsh family involved in the business, Katie brings fresh
Trout CPA Expands Business Valuation Practice with Addition of Daniel Pavlovic
Trout CPA announced today that Daniel Pavlovic, CFA, has joined the firm as Director of Business Valuation, bringing national-firm experience and deep technical expertise to support the firm’s growing valuation and complex financial reporting practice. Pavlovic will work closely with Michael Wolfe, Partner in Business Valuation, to expand Trout CPA’s ability to serve middle-market clients requiring sophisticated valuation and financial reporting solutions, while maintaining the firm’s reputation for its
TFEC’s Fund for Women & Girls and Unstoppable You Ministries to Co-Host Free Webinar Focused on Preventing Human Trafficking in South Central PA
Community members looking to better understand how to prevent human trafficking and strengthen safety in their communities are invited to attend a free virtual webinar on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Hosted by TFEC’s Fund for Women & Girls in partnership with Unstoppable You Ministries, the conversation will focus on practical, prevention focused approaches that move beyond awareness and toward connection.The webinar, titled Prevention Through Connection, will bring together survivors with lived
Harrisburg, PA Ranks #2 on Realtor.com® Forecast of 10 Best Markets for First-Time Homebuyers 2026
Enola, PA - Jan 7, 2026 – Harrisburg, PA, one of the market areas served by members of the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS, ranked number 2 on the Realtor.com® forecast of Top 10 best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026. See Realtor.com release. This year’s ranking highlights a truth for many first-time buyers: the best opportunities are often found in markets that balance attainable home prices with everyday livability. In 2026 that balance is concentrated in the eastern half of the
Lifting Up Central Pennsylvania: WellSpan’s Approach to Community Health
By Joe Crosswhite, Chair of the Board of Directors, WellSpan Health and Roxanna Gapstur, Ph.D., R.N., President & CEO, WellSpan Health High quality health care should be simple, personal and accessible to everyone. That’s the future we’re building together at WellSpan Health. However, across Central Pennsylvania, many of our friends and neighbors face challenges with life’s most fundamental needs. For families throughout this region, nutritious meals, stable housing and affordable health care are out
2026 Buck a Book Guest Reader
For those who have already signed up to read to Carlisle elementary students during the 2026 Buck a Book Guest Reader program — thank you. Your participation is so important to the success of the program and the Buck a Book campaign overall. If you're still considering signing up for a Guest Reader shift, there is no time like the present and reading slots are still available at all schools and grade levels. Here is the link to sign up: Buck a Book 2026 Guest Reader sign-up sheets. If you have any
“Cookie Crew” Brings Sweet Holiday Cheer to UPMC Magee-Womens Units Across Central Pa.
HARRISBURG, PA. (Dec 22, 2025) — UPMC Magee-Womens in central Pennsylvania is celebrating the holiday season with heartwarming traditions in its nurseries. Newborns were dressed in bright red onesies topped with gingerbread cookie hats, lovingly hand-knit by volunteers from the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation. Adding to the joy, a parade of 12 therapy dogs in festive attire greeted patients and families in the UPMC Harrisburg lobby before visiting the maternity ward, where they met newborns in their holiday
Cooking classes
2026: Cooking class 1st and last Wednesday every month at 6:30pm. $31.20/person gets you a seat for the class, mini buffet, and one drink. Classes will only operate with a minimum of 13ppl and maximum of 20 ppl. We will reach out a few days prior to update if a class will be in session. You can call the restaurant to make your reservation.
Lunch Buffet
Friday and Sunday lunch buffet 11AM-2PM
TFEC Awards More Than $140,000 Through Arts for All Grants
Communities across South Central Pennsylvania will soon benefit from new opportunities to experience live performances, cultural festivals, art education and creative programming made possible through more than $140,000 in Arts for All grants. The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has awarded funding to 35 nonprofit organizations serving Dauphin, Cumberland, Franklin, Lebanon and Perry Counties and the Dillsburg area of northern York County.The Arts for All program strengthens South Central
Digital Shortcuts: Time-Saving Tools Every Small Business Owner Should Be Using
A packed calendar, an inbox that never stops pinging, and the feeling that time is slipping through the cracks — these are familiar struggles for entrepreneurs and small business owners alike. Whether building a startup from scratch or running a boutique consultancy, the constant push to wear every hat in the business can lead to burnout fast. But the digital age offers more than just chaos; buried under the flood of apps and platforms are a handful of tools designed to do what employees used to:
How Immigrant Entrepreneurs Can Overcome the Hardest Parts of Building a Business
Stepping into a new country with a business dream in hand takes guts. You’re not just navigating an unfamiliar system — you’re rebuilding your life with risk, ambition, and uncertainty braided into every decision. Immigrant entrepreneurs play a massive role in shaping economies, but too often the barriers they face are brushed aside or bundled into generic “startup advice.” Let’s do better. This piece walks through the real challenges you’ll likely face — and gives grounded strategies you can start acting
BBBS of South-Central PA Wins Agency of the Year Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Honored with 2024 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Agency of The Year AwardThe agency is recognized for their exemplary leadership in delivering high-impact, one-on-one mentoring programs that support the growth and success of local youth.Harrisburg, PA (June 18, 2025) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA has been recognized as a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Agency of the Year Award Winner for program and team excellence in 2024. Out
Big Brother Big Sisters of South-Central PA Recognizes 127 High School Graduates
Harrisburg, PA (May 28, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA (BBBSSCPA)recognizes high school seniors for graduation and scholarship presentation.BBBSSCPA hosted a graduation celebration and award ceremony at The State Museum of PA on Wednesday, May 21, to recognize 127 graduating high school seniors in their program. The organization recognized both mentees (Littles) and volunteer high school mentors (Bigs). The graduating seniors hail from 23 local high schools across Cumberland, Dauphin,
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Trout CPA - Dan Chodan and Travis Oot Named 2025 PICPA Young Leader Award Recipients
LANCASTER, Pa. (May 6, 2025) – Regional accounting and advisory firm Trout CPA is proud to announce that Dan Chodan, CPA, Partner, and Travis Oot, CPA, Senior Manager, have been selected by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) as 2025 Young Leader Award recipients. Each year, this distinguished honor is awarded to PICPA members under the age of 40 who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to the accounting profession through active PICPA participation or community
Fortify First: How New Businesses Can Build Customer Trust Through Data Protection
Starting a business means juggling a thousand moving parts, but too many entrepreneurs brush off data security until it's too late. Protecting customer information isn't just a legal checkbox — it's a fundamental act of trust-building that separates fly-by-night ventures from companies that last. While splashy marketing campaigns and sleek branding dominate early conversations, the true groundwork of lasting success lies in safeguarding the people who take a chance on a fledgling brand. The smartest
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Announces Opening of Lebanon County Office
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Announces Opening of Lebanon County OfficeNonprofit’s 20-year commitment to Lebanon County highlighted by the dedication of programs and community partners. Lebanon, PA (April 24, 2025) – Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of South-Central PA is proud to announce the opening of a new office location in Lebanon County, a significant step forward in strengthening its presence and deepening its impact in the community. For over 20 years, BBBS of South-Central PA has
Pictures with Purpose: How Small Business Visuals Win Attention in a Scrolling World
In an era where thumbs rarely rest and attention spans flicker like low batteries, small businesses face a relentless challenge: standing out. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and even LinkedIn have shifted from word-driven to image-first ecosystems. And while big brands pour millions into polished campaigns, it’s often the scrappy visuals from smaller players that break through the noise. What separates the effective from the forgettable isn't just aesthetics—it’s intention, consistency, and a feel for
Belco Gives Back to BBBSscpa Through Match Madness Campaign
Campaign Sponsor Belco Community Credit Union Invests in Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign Match Madness engages local donors in a special fundraising campaign during the month of March. Harrisburg, PA (March 4, 2025) – Belco Community Credit Union invests in the power and promise of youth with a matching gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of South-Central PA through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign.The
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP First-of-its-kind study reveals mentorship as a cost-effective solution to drive socioeconomic mobility for youth in South-Central PA and nationwide.Rooted in 30 years of data, the study provides evidence of greater enrollment in higher education, increased salaries, reduced dependency on social services, and improved behavioral outcomes for mentored youth.Harrisburg, PA (February 25, 2025) – Big
FinCEN Requires Carlisle, PA Businesses to File BOI Reports by 01/01/2025: Avoid $500 Daily Fines
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) mandates Carlisle, PA businesses to disclose Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN, aiming to combat financial crimes like tax evasion and money laundering. As of today, 11-26-2024, Carlisle business owners have 36 calendar days (or 27 business days) left to file their BOI reports with FinCEN—don’t delay to avoid $500 daily penalties! Steps to Ensure Your Business Complies1. Determine If Your Business Must File Deadline: ASAPMost corporations, LLCs,
Boost Your Business with These Cutting-Edge Financial Reporting Strategies
In today's competitive business landscape, streamlining financial reporting is critical for sustainability and success. Transforming complex and error-prone processes into efficient operations enhances accuracy and ensures compliance. Innovative technologies and best practices can significantly improve how organizations manage their financial data. This approach fosters a more proactive environment that drives growth and resilience.Mastering Financial Risks with AI-Driven Insights Incorporating AI-driven
BBBSCR acquires York/Adams, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region acquires York/Adams affiliate, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PABBBS of South-Central PA expands services to enhance support and increase mentoring opportunities for youth.Harrisburg, PA (October 24, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its service area, broadening its reach from 5 to 7 counties through the acquisition of the BBBS York & Adams Counties
Strengthening Alliances with Smart Operating Agreements
In the ever-evolving landscape of business partnerships, clarity serves as a guiding principle, while a well-crafted operating agreement acts as an essential tool for navigation. A strong operating agreement establishes clear expectations, turning potential disputes into valuable learning experiences. This document goes beyond legal formality; it becomes a strategic asset that drives the business toward lasting success. It facilitates smooth collaboration and helps maintain stability amidst partnership
Elevate Your Hustle: Adobe Tools to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the tools that are fueling the success of women entrepreneurs everywhere. Running a business requires balancing countless responsibilities, and Adobe Acrobat is here to help streamline the journey. From simplifying document workflows to enhancing team communication, Acrobat is designed to help entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder. These intuitive tools make day-to-day tasks seamless, allowing business owners to dedicate their time to what truly
Bolstering Internal Defenses: Key Strategies for Tackling Security Challenges
In today's digital age, internal security challenges have become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. From safeguarding sensitive data to preventing insider threats, companies must implement robust operational strategies to protect their assets and maintain trust. Effective internal security isn't just about technology; it's about cultivating a culture of vigilance and preparedness. This article explores key approaches that businesses can adopt to fortify their internal security, ensuring a
First Impressions Count: The Critical Role of Media Kits in PR
In an era where information is abundant but attention is scarce, businesses must strategically position themselves to capture and retain interest. A well-crafted media kit is an indispensable tool in this endeavor, serving as a vital bridge between companies and the media. Understanding the nature of media kits and effectively assembling one can significantly boost your public relations efforts.The Essentials of a Media KitWhat Is a Media Kit? A media kit, or press kit, is a comprehensive package of
