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The Battle of Gettysburg is one of the best-known engagements of the American Civil War. Learn what made resident John Burns an unlikely "Hero of Gettysburg." Continue »

Published May 17, 2023

 

The Whiskey Rebellion is often called the first major crisis for the newly founded United States. But what was this conflict, how did it involve whiskey, and what can we it teach us today? Continue »

Published May 17, 2023

 

Girls wrestling is the fastest growing high school sport in the country. In Pennsylvania, athletes, parents, coaches, and organizers have mobilized to increase opportunities for girls to participate in the sport. Continue »

Published May 12, 2023

 

Penn State alumnus Elijah Armstrong founded Equal Opportunities for Students and established the Heumann-Armstrong Award—a scholarship for students with disabilities, in the 6th grade or older, who have experienced and combated ableism in education. Continue »

Published May 11, 2023

 

Culinary Connections

Food Is Where We Belong

Season 1 Episode 4 | 27 min

Meet Bill and Kristin, a couple who found themselves and one another through food. Together, their business honors their family and is home to approachable elegance. Learn how to make an elevated take on tuna noodle casserole. Continue »

Published May 6, 2023

 

The U.S Farm Bill is up for renewal this year. It will impact farmers, but also programs like food stamps and disaster aid. In this special conversation we'll talk with a panel to discuss why the U.S. Farm Bill is important for the lives of Pennsylvanians and all Americans. Continue »

Published May 2, 2023

 

From Sicily to Altoona, the Randazzo family has been cooking up Italian staples for years. Experience this family run restaurant and learn how to make one of their signature dishes. Continue »

Published May 1, 2023

 

Foul Medames

Host Tamra Fatemi-Badi welcomes Nermin Mostafa into her kitchen for an afternoon of delicious Egyptian food including Foul Medames and Koshari. Continue »

Published April 28, 2023

 

gardening

Gardening season has arrived. Whether you’re growing cool season crops or getting ready to plant tomatoes — now is the perfect time to get tips to help your garden grow. Penn State Extension educators share their expertise on everything from taking care of your lawn to planting for pollinators. Continue »

Published April 26, 2023

 

Good Day Cafe employees
Culinary Connections

Coffee with a Cause

Season 1 Episode 2 | 27 min

The doors opened in 2018, but the vision started long ago. Meet the people who make Good Day Café a special place and learn how to make chocolate chip scones. Continue »

Published April 22, 2023