š± See what Gettysburg-area farm just earned a Civil War Trails marker
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In today's newsletter:
- See what Gettysburg-area farm just earned a Civil War Trails marker
- Meet the Gettysburg historian now honored among Pennsylvaniaās āWindow Keepersā
- Gettysburg racerās classic ā70 Cuda tops Super Stock at Numidia
Also on today's calendar: Gettysburg Jeep Fest and 2 more events.
Today's riddle: Why is a scarecrow so successful in public speaking? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.
- Monday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 87, low: 71. š¶ Hot!
- Tuesday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Tenth Civil War Trails sign installed in Adams County (fcfreepresspa.com) ā A new Civil War Trails marker has been installed just south of Gettysburg National Military Park, recognizing the historic Houghtelin Farmhouse site now home to Battlefield Bed & Breakfast Inn. The sign, backed by local sponsors and Destination Gettysburg, adds to a growing network of interpretive markers around Gettysburg and neighboring Adams County communities, deepening visitorsā understanding of the battleās lesser-known sites. 
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ā¢ Jean Green Honored as Window Keeper (gettysburgconnection.org) ā Gettysburgās own Jean Howard Greene has been honored statewide for decades of work preserving the townās African American history, especially Lincoln Cemetery, Gettysburgās only remaining Black cemetery. Her leadership with the Lincoln Cemetery Project Association and local historical groups highlights how one residentās dedication is safeguarding overlooked stories and landmarks that shape the communityās identity today. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Numidia Dragway hosts Northeast Division doubleheader event (nhra.com) ā A Gettysburg-based driver, Larry Miller Jr., captured the Super Stock win at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northeast Division event at Numidia Dragway. He piloted his ā70 Cuda to victory over a Rhode Island competitor, standing out among racers from across the Northeast and giving Gettysburg motorsports fans a local name to cheer for. Ā Ā Ā
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Gettysburg Connections to Custerās Last Stand ā
Gettysburg History, 625 Biglerville Rd, Gettysburg
2:00 pm
Saturday August 8
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Other local events
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Gettysburg Jeep Fest ā
World War II American Experience, 845 Crooked Creek Rd, Gettysburg
9:00 am -
Blue Highway ā
Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival, 3340 Fairfield Rd, Gettysburg
12:00 pm -
Elly Cooke at Mason Dixon Distillery ā
Mason Dixon Distillery & Restaurant, 331 E Water St, Gettysburg
6:00 pm -
Gettysburg Brewfest & Trail 5K ā
Daniel Lady Farm, 1008 Hanover Rd, Gettysburg
10:00 am
Friday August 14
Saturday August 15
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š Events Nearby
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Living History: Mifflin Guard Infantry
Gettysburg National Park Auto Tour Stop 12. The Pennsylvania Monument
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Living History: 2nd Battalion, Army of Northern Virginia
Gettysburg National Park Auto Tour Stop 6. Pitzerās Woods
9:00 am -
Preschool Pals ā
Carroll Valley Library, 5685 Fairfield Rd, Fairfield
10:00 am -
Preschool Story Time ā
Littlestown Library, 232 N Queen St, Littlestown
10:30 am -
Knot Another Stitch: Knit & Needle Crafts ā
New Oxford Area Historical Society, 122 N Peters St, New Oxford
12:30 pm -
Gaming Club ā
Harbaugh-Thomas Library, 59 W York St, Biglerville
4:00 pm -
Toddler Story Time ā
Littlestown Library, 232 N Queen St, Littlestown
10:30 am
Sunday July 26
Tuesday July 28
Wednesday July 29
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- What a great price for Bay Leaves.
This is a 1 oz bag, and look at the size of the leaves. You're not going to get that at the supermarket. 4 Herbs & 7 Spice Ago 14 Lincolnway East Newā¦ (Nextdoor Biglerville Rd/Table Rock) - Just wanted to let people in the Bonneauville Bonnieville circle are .
There's a raccoon in the backyards he was our neighbors yard.Be Careful (Nextdoor Bonneauville Borough)
- BoxLunch / Hot Topic posted a job opening for Part-Time Assistant Manager - Level 1 in Gettysburg. Apply here.
- OTH Hotels Resorts posted a job opening for Night Auditor in Gettysburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gettysburg here.
š Nearby News
Biglerville
- Find your school homecoming dance date in York/Adams this fall (ydr.com)
Hanover
- 19th century law causes issues for York County business as legislatures work to repeal it (fox43.com)
- HS golf previews: Trojans move to new division; Hubs primed for big season (localnews1.org)
- 5 facts you goetta know about goetta (No. 2 may surprise you) (dispatch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he stands out in his field! (Thank you Kay J. for sending it in!)
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