Bass Pro Shops to Anchor Major Economic Development in Lycoming County

Jun. 05, 2025 /

MUNCY TOWNSHIP – A new destination retail super store planned for Lycoming County could spur economic development and new opportunities for tourism and recreation, according to Sen. Gene Yaw (R-Bradford/Lycoming/Sullivan/Tioga/Union), Rep. Joe Hamm (R-Lycoming/Sullivan) and Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming/Union). During today’s county commissioners meeting, Bass Pro Shops announced plans to open a new location in Muncy Township, its third in Pennsylvania.

Policy Committee Hearing in Harrisburg Seeks to Preserve Benefit Integrity

Jun. 04, 2025 /

WHAT: House Republican Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata) and other lawmakers will host a hearing titled “Preserving Benefit Integrity” to examine ways to safeguard Pennsylvania’s social benefit programs and ensure they are available and accessible by those who truly need the support.

Cutler Reacts to Passage of House Bill 1500

Jun. 04, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Bryan Cutler (R-Peach Bottom) released a statement today regarding the passage of House Bill 1500, which would reform cyber charter school funding and standards.

Brown Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Pennsylvania’s Grandfamilies

Jun. 04, 2025 /

HARRISBURG - Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence), along with Reps. Steve Mentzer (R-Lancaster) and Maureen Madden (D-Monroe), have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting grandparents who are raising their grandchildren - a growing population facing significant challenges due to the opioid crisis and economic hardship.

Grant Money Going to Local University to Address Commonwealth’s Teacher Shortage, Bonner Says

Jun. 04, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) today announced Slippery Rock University (SRU) is receiving nearly $600,000 from the Support Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program (CTRA). The CTRA program, a partnership between the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry and the Pennsylvania Department of Education, offers an earn-as-you-learn pathway to boost the teacher workforce.

Topper, Stambaugh to Introduce NIL Legislation to Protect Student Athletes

Jun. 03, 2025 /

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) and Rep. Perry Stambaugh (R-Perry/Juniata) announced they will soon introduce legislation to provide protections for student-athletes receiving compensation for the use of their name, image and likeness (NIL).

Fink Invites Constituents to Legislative Breakfast

Jun. 03, 2025 /

HARRISBURG — Rep. Wendy Fink (R-Red Lion) invites residents of District 94 to attend her upcoming Legislative Breakfast. In addition to enjoying a free breakfast, constituents will receive an update on state-related issues and community news.

Highlighting Local Government Leaders

Jun. 02, 2025 /

The Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs is holding its annual conference in Hershey this week to highlight issues and challenges facing the state’s boroughs. Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron/McKean/Potter) joined several local officials at the legislative breakfast Monday morning. He is pictured with, from left: Jeremy Morey, Port Allegany borough manager; Shirley Johnson, Port Allegany; Tom Johnson, Port Allegany borough councilman; Heather Szuba, Port Allegany secretary/treasurer; and Todd Brown, Coudersport borough manager.

Cooper to Host Seniors for Safe Driving Event June 17

May. 30, 2025 /

MURRYSVILE – Rep. Jill Cooper (R-Westmoreland) announced she will be hosting her Seniors for Safe Driving event on Tuesday, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Murrysville Senior Center – located at 3091 Carson Ave. in Murrysville.