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Susquehanna Art Museum presents If Herr Street Could Talk, the homecoming exhibition of award-winning abstract artist and Harrisburg native, Alteronce Gumby. 

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Franklin and Marshall College have announced a major initiative designed to make the Lancaster-based private school more affordable. Under the program known as Commonwealth Commitment, tuition will be free for students whose families earn 75 thousand dollars a year or less. For families with an income of between 75 and 150 thousand dollars a year, tuition will be the same as Penn State charges its in-state students.

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Move Past Plastic founder Tamela Trussell says her organization exists to help communities better understand the growing dangers of single-use plastics in the region. “The heart of our mission is to be a resource for understanding the complexities and potential harms of single-use plastic,” she said, noting that the group works with partners locally and nationwide to support education and reduction efforts.

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The YWCA of Greater Harrisburg is preparing for its 18th Annual Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction—an event that pairs designer handbags with a mission to support free civil legal services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

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We are joined by 2 officials of the Lancaster County Community Foundation, CEO Sam Bressiand Executive Vice President Tracy Cutler, as well as Robin Stauffer, Executive Director of the High Foundations to talk all things ExtraGive.

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Penn State Dickinson Law Prof. Stanley Brand, a Distinguished Fellow in Law and Government, will discuss the outcome of last Tuesday's Supreme Court retention election which has received an unusual among of national attention. Prof. Brand will also talk about the process of choosing judges in general, a combination of appointment by the Governor and voters being asked if the judges should be retained. 

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Elizabethtown College is transforming history education with its Public Heritage Studies program, led by director Jean-Paul Benowitz. This immersive, community-driven approach takes students beyond the classroom into Pennsylvania’s rich cultural landscape, preparing them for careers in archives, museums, and historic sites through hands-on experiences and real-world internships.

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David Morrison, Executive Director of Historic Harrisburg Association, explains why the loss of historic buildings such as the Captain John Gilchrist property raises urgent questions about how communities can protect historic sites before it’s too late.

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This Giving Tuesday, The YCSPCA want you to know how you can give compassion to those who need it most, our favorite furry friends.

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Move Past Plastic (MPP) is a grassroots organization in Central Pennsylvania. They are a collective of individuals, businesses, and organizations working to mitigate the toxic impacts of plastic through education and the implementation of practical solutions.

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President and CEO Mary Quinn talks about the 18th Annual Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction, featuring designer purses in a live and silent auction. Proceeds benefit the YWCA Legal Programs.

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Nov. 19 is National Women's Entrepreneurship Day (Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization) and November is National Entrepreneurship Month. 
Kait Gillis, founder of Nour is with Monica Gould, founder of Strategic Consulting Partners, and Brenna Anderson, Relationship Manager for Members 1st Federal Credit Union, the first line of defense for female founders or women entrepreneurs.  

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Located across the river from downtown Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Regional Ballets launches this year's Nutcracker season.

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The 34th Annual Will Huffman Toy Train Expo is "gathering steam" and bringing traditions to hundreds of children and families across Central Pa.

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Horticulturalist Erica Jo Shaffer reunites with Scott and brings him a "tasty treat" as they talk about fall lawn and garden cleanup as well as care for mums and Christmas trees.

Dr. Amanda Cheromiah, Executive Director at the Center for the Futures of Native Peoples at Dickinson College discusses the initiative dedicated to advancing the understanding and appreciation of the Indigenous boarding school experience, promoting the study of North American Indigeneity, and fostering a robust national conversation on the past, present, and future of Native American issues

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During today's Journalist Roundtable we look more in-depth on some stories that have flown under the radar. We're joined by Katie Meyer and Ed Mahon of Spotlight PA, the online statewide news service, and Brett Sholtis, who reports for the Philadelphia Inquirer. All three are veterans of WITF's newsroom.

Also, after a float depicting the gate to the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz appeared in the Hanover Halloween parade, we're looking at the shortcomings of Holocaust education. Boaz Dvir has a personal connection to the Holocaust but also works with educators to teach about the holocaust and other uncomfortable subjects. He is also the founding director of the Holocaust Genocide and Human Rights Education Initiative at Penn State University.

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Shila Ulrich, CEO and Zach Zook, Chief Strategy Officer at the Central Pennsylvania Foodbank discuss food insecurity in Central Pennsylvania as the holiday season approaches.

Mystery and thriller author David Baldacci to discusses the Wish You Well Foundation that he founded with his wife as well as his latest release "Nash Falls" and its upcoming sequel "Hope Rises".

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