Now that all of Lancaster County’s busy July 4th festivities have finished, the 2015 U.S. Women’s Open takes center stage in Lancaster. This international golfing event begins Thursday at Lancaster Country Club here in Lancaster. Practice rounds are under way today through Wednesday. This will be … [Read more...]
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First Day of Spring
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So, here we are. March 20, 2015, also known as, the first day of spring. I'm not sure how you celebrated, but here in Lancaster County we celebrated with what we would LOVE to call the final snow storm of the winter! … [Read more...]
Amish Buggy Doing Donuts in the Snow
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Here is a short video of an Amish buggy doing donuts in a snow-covered parking lot. I've seen cars do this before, but never an Amish buggy. He almost gets up on two wheels at one point. Our Most Popular Amish-Related Pages: The Amish and the Plain People Amish Attractions in … [Read more...]
Lancaster Ranked in Top Ten for Women-Owned Businesses
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Lancaster, PA Ranks Well for Women-Owned Businesses Lancaster has once again ranked high in a national survey of metropolitan areas, this time for women-owned businesses. Out of 289 metro areas analyzed, Lancaster ranked #10. The United States has just over 9 million women-owned businesses that … [Read more...]
The Target is Set for the Lancaster Archery Classic
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Set Your Sights on Their 12th Annual Tournament The annual Lancaster Archery Classic archery tournament will be back for its 2015 edition January 16-18. There will be over $75,000 in prizes, including $10,000 for first place in the Men's Open Pro. There are 12 men's, women's, and youth … [Read more...]
Lancaster PA Selected One of the “10 Best Small Towns for the Holidays”
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Lancaster County has made another Top Ten list. This time Lancaster was selected as one of the “10 Best Small Towns for the Holidays”, as determined by SmarterTravel.com. The website has selected ten American towns and villages that offer small town celebrations and holiday experiences … [Read more...]
Joy To The World – The 2014 Christmas Show at American Music Theatre
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Merry Christmas from the American Music Theatre! The Christmas season gets off to a joyful start with the 2014 Christmas production at the American Music Theatre in Lancaster. Their gorgeous theater is all decked out for Christmas and for this year’s show, which is appropriately called “Joy to the … [Read more...]
Lancaster PA July 4th Events & Celebrations
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4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Lancaster County - Throughout Lancaster County there are numerous July 4th fireworks and other special events to celebrate Independence Day. Check out our listing below for special events near you. See our complete Events Calendar for Lancaster County to … [Read more...]
Conestoga Wood Specialties Supreme Court Case
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Conestoga Wood Specialties vs Sebelius Religious Freedom on Trial Before the U.S. Supreme Court On Tuesday March 25, 2014 an important religious liberty case will be argued before the United States Supreme Court. In administering the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) … [Read more...]
Book Review: “One Light Still Shines: My Life Beyond the Shadow of the Amish Schoolhouse Shooting” by Marie Monville
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The Shooter's Wife Recalls the Amish School Shooting Marie had just come from leading a Moms in Touch prayer meeting at church, praying for children at the local elementary school in Nickel Mines, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. I had just poured myself a cup of coffee when the phone rang. I … [Read more...]