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In times like these, Volunteering is Everything

Less than seven days into the new administration in our nation's capitol, a second Donald Trump era, I am reminded that, in reality, all we've really got to depend on is each other, at least for the next four years. We have to pull our own selves up by the bootstraps so-to-speak. What with the dismantling of so many programs that have existed for years in America, under Donald Trump, those programs will exist no more. Rather than dig our heads in the sand, bemoan our current fate, or quake in our shoes, we have to remain strong and steadfast and we have to be smart about it. One of the things we have to do more of is to help each other. We also have to volunteer, where needed, in our community.

WCU's Weekly Sustainability Seminars Cover Local, National, and Global Topics

WEST CHESTER, PA — Every Wednesday at 12 pm, WCU’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) offers a look at how WCU scholars, students, and staff explore and apply principles of environmental, social, and economic sustainability in their research and practice. At 50 minutes each, these Sustainability Research and Practice Seminars introduce an array of topics related to sustainability in easily digestible segments. Free and open to both campus and community, they are presented via Zoom or in person in Sykes Student Union 209.

2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday

This year, Martin Luther King Day was a day to be celebrated. For many, it was a day of understanding the line in the sand, reaffirming the \"Dream\" and acknowledging what you stand for the fight for equality, human rights, or something different.

Trump's first week, the real story

The New York Times describes Trump as leading \"a global wave of hard-line conservative populism.\" Rubbish.

US children fall further behind in reading, make little improvement in math on national exam

WASHINGTON (AP) — America's children have continued to lose ground on reading skills in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and have made little improvement in math, according to the latest results of an exam known as the nation's report card.

The Raelian Movement launches "Adam & Eve were created Black" Campaign in Honor of Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, the Raelian Movement proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking campaign, \"Adam & Eve Were Created Black\" (as are all First Human Creations in The Universe.)

Frederick Drew Gregory

He has achieved outstanding feats in the area of space, but when it comes to buzzing about achievements or giving credit to whoever is due, he somehow slips under the radar.

Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

Jason LaCroix felt privileged to work from home, especially as a father to two young children. He needed flexibility when his son, then 6, suffered a brain injury and spent 35 days in intensive care.

Books of the Bible Mini Version Pt.1

Lord, Help Us To Study And Know Thy Word And Have It Embedded In Our Hearts. Amen.

Blessed up, the story of a champion

It's a journey of one man's heart, faith, perseverance, strength, redemption, and compassion that led him down a path to two championship titles and a professional career in the sport of boxing.

Back in the Day

Bokeh photo of the golden age dawns, a time of rebirth, where ancient wisdom returns to the earth indigenous ways, a guiding light's embrace, mother earth heals, in this sacred space. this is a time of change, a wondrous rebirth

How about if Canada annexes Blue America?

Trump wants to buy Greenland and annex Canada as the 51st American state.

Beautiful Black Melanin (Pt 1)

“The most unique element of the ancient African societies was their melanin content.

2025 New laws now in effect in PA, NJ and DE

Last week, in my Civics column, I wrote about some of the things a candidate must do in order to get on the ballot for the upcoming May 2025 Primary Election.

Our Mission and Values

Scoop is a for-profit Community Media Company that prides itself on its dedication to Community.

Pennsylvania State Police open hiring cycles for Cadets, Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) opened a new hiring cycle on January 1 for women and men considering a rewarding career in law enforcement, beginning the selection of cadets who will train to become state troopers.

MAGA takes on Elon Musk's 'tech bros'

Just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump was scheduled to return to the White House, the coterie of American tech oligarchs who played a decisive role in re-electing him was busy exerting their own power in ways that suggest the MAGA coalition may be heading for a crack-up.

Look back at 2024: End of the Year in Review

Once again, as the year came to an end and the year 2025 began, the question remains: What were the most memorable moments that come to mind when you reflect on the year 2024?

The Gift of Education will keep on giving through Veronica Joyner

Veronica Joyner made the decision to close her very successful charter school.

109th PA Farm Show -'Powering Pennsylvania'

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, Community and Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger, Congressman Glenn \"GT\" Thompson, and a host of state and local officials, as well as current and future Pennsylvania agriculture industry leaders, cut the blue ribbon, officially opening the 2025 PA Farm Show.

It was a Great Night

Lord God Our Father, We Thank Your Son Jesus, Who Came To Save Us From Our Sins. Amen.

We the People will prevail

The holidays provide an apt time to pause and assess where we are.

The Transformational Coach

Overcoming the Holiday Blues: Finding Joy and Peace during the festive season

Marianne Jean-Baptiste tests our limits of empathy in 'Hard Truths'

Of all the movie protagonists you might have seen this year, none is Marianne quite like Mike Leigh's \"Hard Jean-Baptiste's Pansy in Truths.\"

The darker side of the rise of women’s sports: With more visibility comes more online harassment

For Djaniele Taylor, attending WNBA games was the perfect way to rediscover a sense of community coming out of the long slog of pandemicera lockdowns.

Tennessee State's historic foray into ice hockey could break barriers for Black Youth in sports

\"I think it's important to invest in these unorthodox sports for Black athletes because it allows Black children to have more opportunities to play sports in general.

42% of Americans say they'll regift to save money this holiday season

FA-LA-LA finances and spending stressors Nearly half of Americans are worried about money (49%) this season, from the festivities to their financial obligations: In fact, a third (32%) feel the stress over their holiday spending will be more than last year, while half (48%) anticipate that their financial concerns will take away from their holiday joy.

Seven principles of Kwanzaa

Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chairman created of Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach, Kwanzaa in 1966.

PennDOT driver license, photo centers closed for New Year's holiday

HARRISBURG, PA, December 21, 2024 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver's licenses and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year’s holiday.

PennDOT driver license, photo centers closed for New Year's holiday

HARRISBURG, PA, December 21, 2024 – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver's licenses and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year’s holiday.