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PA lawmakers hash out cyber school reforms. And Cumberland Co. receives an award from the U.S. Army.


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The Pennsylvania state House has passed new limits on funding for cyber charter schools. The legislation would set a cap of $8,000 per student on reimbursements paid to the charters.  

Fewer recipients will get farmers market vouchers this summer and their distribution has been delayed. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture says that’s because the federal government is holding back money appropriated for the vouchers.  

Cumberland County has been recognized with a global award from the United States Army.  

June is Pride Month, with many celebrations and parades taking place around the region. WITF's The Spark recently spoke with Dr. Eric Selvey, President of the Pride Committee of Central PA, who explains the significance of this year's theme, "Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now."

We are learning more about the emergency response to a deadly attack at York's UPMC Memorial Hospital on February 22nd. Three Pennsylvania Game Commission wardens recently received commendation awards for their heroic actions during that attack. 

Logging will increase by ten percent in Pennsylvania's Allegheny National Forest under a directive from President Trump. It's part of a push by the Trump administration to boost domestic lumber supplies. 

Federal authorities are moving to drop a racial discrimination lawsuit against the Sheetz convenience store chain, as part of the Trump administration's move away from diversity, equity and inclusion. 

Southwestern Pennsylvania is attempting to recover from flooding and landslides, as the region is set to host the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club with play opening this Thursday and continuing through Sunday. 

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