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The Spark

When people come together and talk about really interesting topics, great questions spark better understanding and opportunities for new ideas to form. On The Spark from WITF, host Asia Tabb starts conversations about what’s happening in the world and at home. Share your ideas at https://witf.org/programs/the-spark.

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The Spark Weekly 6.15.2025: PA Cares and LGBTQ+ Youth

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2025/06/15

In Central Pennsylvania, LGBTQ+ youth are navigating increasingly complex and often dangerous environments at home, in school, and in their communities. Advocates Amber Roadcap, Executive Director of the LGBT Center of Central PA, and Hope Dehnert, a local LGBTQ+ youth advocate and researcher, joined The Spark to speak candidly about the challenges these young people face—and what all of us can do to support them. also, on the program; As concerns about student mental health continue to rise,

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500 Years of Anabaptism: Reflecting on a Global Faith...

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2025/06/14

This year marks the 500th anniversary of the Anabaptist movement, a religious tradition born during the Protestant Reformation that has since spread across the globe.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Journalist Roundtable: Rite Aid’s Collapse

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2025/06/13

Once a dominant player in the American pharmacy world, Camp Hill-based Rite Aid is now struggling to survive after filing for bankruptcy for the second time. With hundreds of stores slated for closure, the company’s downfall marks a dramatic turn for one of Pennsylvania’s most recognizable corporate names.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Creating Safe Spaces: Advocates Say LGBTQ+ Youth in...

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2025/06/13

In Central Pennsylvania, LGBTQ+ youth are navigating increasingly complex and often dangerous environments at home, in school, and in their communities. Advocates Amber Roadcap, Executive Director of the LGBT Center of Central PA, and Hope Dehnert, a local LGBTQ+ youth advocate and researcher, joined The Spark to speak candidly about the challenges these young people face—and what all of us can do to support them.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener

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Harrisburg Celebrates Juneteenth!

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2025/06/12

Asia Tabb speaks with Dr. Campbell about the Harrisburg Juneteenth festivities starting this Saturday (6/14).Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lancaster VegFest Marks 9th Year with a Mission...

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2025/06/12

What started as one woman’s personal mission to advocate for animal welfare has blossomed into one of the most anticipated community events in Lancaster. The 9th annual Lancaster VegFest took place this past weekend, drawing thousands of attendees and over 140 vendors to celebrate plant-based living, sustainability, and inclusivity.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Two PA Colleges Earn PA CARES Designation for Mental...

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2025/06/11

As concerns about student mental health continue to rise, two Pennsylvania colleges—Bucknell University and Pennsylvania College of Technology—are being recognized for their leadership in suicide prevention and mental health services. Both institutions recently received the PA CARES designation, a recognition from the Pennsylvania Department of Education for campuses that demonstrate a strong commitment to student mental wellness.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See

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‘Fulfillment’: Author Lee Cole Explores Work,...

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2025/06/11

Lee Cole’s new novel, Fulfillment, takes readers deep into the warehouses and inner lives of working-class America, telling a story of two half-brothers on diverging paths. The book captures both the physical grind of warehouse labor and the existential weight of trying to find purpose in a chaotic, modern world. Cole joined The Spark to talk about his inspiration, the emotional terrain of his characters, and the layered meaning behind the book’s title.Support WITF:

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Lancatster Cat Café Blends Coffee, Community, and...

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2025/06/10

In downtown Lancaster, a cozy and colorful new business is creating a buzz — not just for its coffee, but for its cuddly residents and inclusive vibe. Co-founded by Jax Lanza and John Bender, two professionals who left careers in teaching and law, the cat café is more than just a trendy hangout. It’s a passion project rooted in community, comfort, and connection.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Downtown Harrisburg Aims for Revival Through...

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2025/06/10

Harrisburg is charting a bold course for revitalizing its downtown core—one that blends short-term wins with a long-term vision rooted in community input, economic development, and local identity.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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WITF Central PA Spelling Bee: A 69-Year Tradition...

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2025/06/09

For nearly seven decades, the Central Pennsylvania Spelling Bee has brought together young students from across the region to compete in one of the area’s most cherished academic traditions. Since about 15 to 17 years ago, public media organization WITF has proudly taken on the role of organizing the bee, continuing the legacy that was originally sponsored by PennLive and the Patriot-News.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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The Spark Weekly 6.8.2025: Men's Mental Health Month...

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2025/06/08

Coming up on this week's edition of The Spark Weekly. June marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the unique challenges men face in seeking mental health support. Dr. Luke Piper, a psychiatrist at UPMC Lititz, joined The Spark Weekly to share both professional insights and a deeply personal story. When Van Wagner talks about trees, it’s more than just classroom chatter — it’s a personal mission. The Danville Area High School agriculture teacher and

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Braver Angels: What's new with Braver Angels in PA

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2025/06/07

In a time of deep political division, two leaders with vastly different backgrounds—one in marketing, the other in human resources—are helping Pennsylvanians find common ground through Braver Angels, a national nonprofit focused on depolarization.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Journalist Roundtable: Pa Budget Season Begins

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2025/06/06

As Pennsylvania approaches its June 30 budget deadline, the state Capitol is bustling with legislative maneuvering, behind-the-scenes negotiations, and intense public advocacy. But according to journalists closely watching the process, it’s still early—and anything could happen.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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William Penn’s "Holy Experiment": Quaker Roots,...

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2025/06/06

Long before founding Pennsylvania, William Penn Jr. was just “a guy in England,” according to historian Daniel K. Richter. But his story—and the colony he helped establish—was anything but ordinary.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Celebrating Young Talent: Hershey Theatre Apollo...

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2025/06/05

The spotlight is once again shining bright in Hershey as the 17th season of the Hershey Theatre Apollo Awards kicks off—an annual celebration of high school theater talent from across Central Pennsylvania.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Providers Push Lawmakers for $13M to Save Brain...

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2025/06/05

A coalition of Pennsylvania providers is urging lawmakers to include a $13 million funding increase in the upcoming state budget to support residential rehabilitation services for individuals with traumatic brain injuries. If approved, the state investment would unlock an additional $17 million in federal Medicaid matching funds, bringing the total to $30 million.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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PA Agriculture teacher completes ‘67 Trees on 67...

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2025/06/04

When Van Wagner talks about trees, it’s more than just classroom chatter — it’s a personal mission. The Danville Area High School agriculture teacher and certified forester recently completed a unique and physically demanding journey: climbing a tree at the highest point in each of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Central PA’s Pride Festival Expands with Resilience...

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2025/06/04

For Dr. Eric Selvey, President of the Pride Festival of Central Pennsylvania, Pride is personal — and political. After first joining the board in 1993, serving as president for three of those years, and then returning in 2021 after the pandemic hiatus, Selvey has seen the LGBTQ+ movement in Central Pennsylvania evolve into something both resilient and radiant.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Inside the Wolf Sanctuary of Pennsylvania

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2025/06/03

Tucked away in the wooded hills of Lititz, Pennsylvania, the Wolf Sanctuary of PA offers a permanent home to over 50 gray wolves and wolf dogs—animals too wild for domestic life and too misunderstood for most traditional shelters. Since its founding in 1980 by the Darlington family, the sanctuary has grown into both a rescue haven and a powerful educational resource, helping the public understand the complex nature of these majestic canines.Support WITF:

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