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šŸŒ± How did your favorite Gettysburg eateries fare in the latest inspections?

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min read

Greetings Gettysburg! Weā€™re your go-to source for whatā€™s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How did your favorite Gettysburg eateries fare in the latest inspections?
  • What awaits inside Sarah Jacobsā€™ vivid ā€œMagical Realismā€ at the Majestic?
  • Community remembers Beulah ā€œBeaā€ Woods and her love for animals

Also on today's calendar: Legacy Weekend and Candlelight Illumination and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Humid; an afternoon shower, with a high of 75 and low of 68 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Slimy residue, cigarettes in kitchen: Adams County restaurant inspections (pennlive.com) ā€” Recent state health inspections found no Adams County restaurants, including several in Gettysburg, out of compliance, though some did receive minor violations that were mostly corrected on the spot. Gettysburg spots like Honey Bee Restaurant, Lincoln Elementary, the Reliance Mine Saloon, Gettysburg Middle School, and Gettysburg High School all underwent checks. The report details issues such as hair restraints, food temperatures, and equipment cleanliness so you know how local kitchens are doing.
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2. Gettysburg Majestic Gallery Exhibition Showcases Sarah Jacobs' Magical World (gettysburgconnection.org) ā€” Gettysburg art lovers can explore Sarah Jacobsā€™ ā€œMagical Realismā€ exhibition now on view at the Gettysburg Majestic Theater Gallery through November 4. The Gettysburg-based artistā€™s large, color-saturated works blend oil painting, digital collage, photography, and fabric to create layered, sometimes disorienting scenes that question how individuals fit into a larger whole.
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3. Beulah 'Bea' I. (Mabry) Woods 1938-2026 (fcfreepresspa.com) ā€” Community members learn of the passing of Beulah ā€œBeaā€ Woods, a former Waynesboro resident remembered for her humor, love of sports, and devotion to animals. Her family suggests memorial contributions to Antietam Humane Society in Waynesboro or Forever Love Rescue on Queen Street in Gettysburg, supporting local animal welfare in her honor.
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4. Echoes Of War Gettysburg (tikr.com) ā€” If youā€™re planning a visit to Gettysburg, this guide focuses on pacing your days so you can enjoy both major sights and quieter local moments without feeling rushed. It emphasizes flexible itineraries, mixing indoor and outdoor stops, and leaving room for spontaneous discoveries. Youā€™ll find tips on food, walking routes, and timing your activities to match your energy and the weather.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Wondering if any local Gettysburg neighbors that have horses, are willing to allow a friend of mines granddaughter (who's turning 18 and is a huge cowgirl), come by anytime that suits you, on Oct 15, 16 anytime or 17th before noon.
    It's a dream of hers to pet and get pictures with a horse. We're trying to make her wish come true for her 18th birthday. PLEASE HELP, THANKS YOU. (Nextdoor Bonneauville Borough)
  • Hello!
    As we head into September, please reach out if youā€™re interested in power washing! We serve Gettysburg and the surrounding areas, and are availableā€¦ (Nextdoor Constitution Ave/4th St)
  • Sherwin-Williams posted a job opening for Bilingual Customer Service Specialist (Spanish) in Gettysburg. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Gettysburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gettysburg here.

Ok Gettysburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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