The U. S. Army’s chief of staff announced a sharp change in policy: active military personnel will no longer be sent to Harvard for Pentagon‑funded courses starting next academic year. He said the department is ending all professional military programs, fellowships and certificates that have been of
In late September, a local early‑education provider announced the launch of nine fresh learning hubs spread across Lebanon, Dauphin and York counties. The new sites include 817 E. Arch St. in Palmyra, 88 S. Hershey Road and 391 Schaffner Drive in West Hanover Township, 5120 Lancaster St. in Swatara
The Department of Defense announced that it will end its partnership with Harvard’s Kennedy School for graduate military education. Secretary Pete Hegseth, who studied at the same institution, explained that the programs no longer fit the needs of the Pentagon or the armed forces. As a result,
The city of Springfield is moving ahead with several major projects that will shape its future. First, new housing options are being added so people at all income levels can find a place to live. This effort keeps the city’s growth balanced and inclusive. Education is getting a boost too. Plans are
A recent study by a leading neuroscientist shows that people born between 1997 and 2010 performed worse on standard school tests than those who came before them. The scientist says the drop in scores is tied to how much time these kids spend looking at screens instead of reading books or doing deep
Ailey II, the second troupe of the famous Alvin Ailey dance company, will perform a night of fresh choreography on Saturday evening at the Hendrix Arts Center. Two new pieces are ready for their first public showing: “Berry Dreamin’, ” a dance set to Chuck Berry songs and created by former Ailey mem
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has become a key driver of the local economy, adding $563. 1 million in income to Southwest Florida during the 2023‑24 year. This figure matches the impact of major industries and shows how education can power growth in a community. In 2025, the college re
"The community buzzes with fresh opportunities. A scholarship program promises to change many students’ futures, offering help that goes beyond the classroom. Meanwhile, a new summer camp on Pine Island has opened spots for kids who love adventure and learning outside the school setting. People loo
The first big gathering for eco‑issues happens on Feb. 20 at Hendrix College, inside Worsham Hall. The yearly Environmental Policy Summit is now in its tenth year. A host of local groups, from the Arkansas Climate League to the Sierra Club, back this event. The program will run from 9 a. m. to 3 p.
South Carolina's school voucher program is off to a shaky start. The Education Oversight Committee was supposed to release a report on how voucher students are performing. But they missed the deadline. Why? The Supreme Court changed the rules. Now, parents have to collect the data instead of schools
