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WAYNESBORO HEADLINES
Architectural Details: A Closer Look at Waynesboro's Classic Buildings and Monuments
Actress-Author-Speaker Cynthia Manion visited Waynesboro and won new fans “one conversation at a time.”
On the first weekend of fall, Waynesboro's Market in the Park concluded another successful season
The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro presents "Destination Bluegrass," bringing the Grammy Award-Winning Jason Carter Band and other top acts to Waynesboro, November 13-15
Last Day of Summer: Images from Buttonwood Nature Center and Renfrew Park
WASHS celebrates Spirit Week and Homecoming at the Indians' football game on Friday, October 2. Read the latest school family newsletter from WASD.
The Franklin Street Community Garden revitalized a Waynesboro outdoor space
Photographer Amélie Lavenant-Wink explores the meaning of choices in a new art exhibition that opens in Hagerstown on October 2
The Capitol Theatre celebrates 100 years with a ribbon-cutting and a community mixer: Thursday, October 1, at 4 pm in Chambersburg
The Waynesboro Fellowship of Churches is sponsoring its 55th annual Waynesboro Area CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, October 4th. Registration begins at 1:30 pm, and the walk starts at 2 pm. The 2-mile paved route begins and ends at the soccer fields on the corner of Washington Township Blvd. and Country Club Road. Click below for more event info.
This week's Waynesboro America 250 banners: Honoring the U.S. Civilian Conservation Corps and the Waynesboro Volunteer Fire Dept.
The Alexander Hamilton Memorial Library hosts a book sale this weekend, the first of many October programs. Click below for the schedule
Waynesboro School Board President Rachel Fortney was recognized by the Pennsylvania School Board Association for 5 years of community service as director
Waynesboro's Rotary Club: learn more about this organization's 100 years of community service
Waynesboro celebrates Fall Market Day on Saturday, October 3. Main Street will host live music, food, craft vendors, contests, and other family activities from 9 am to 3 pm.
FRANKLIN COUNTY/AREA NEWS
Mastriano: Pennsylvanians said no to the state's rewrite of disease control regulations by sending more than 10,000 opposition comments, causing the Dept. of Health to withdraw its proposal
Wilson College continues its growth with record fall enrollment
Shalom Christian Academy celebrates 50 years of building lives of consequence in Chambersburg
New D.M. Bowman Rec Center at Brook Lane promotes wellness through physical activity
THE HOME TOWN TORCH RUN IN CHAMBERSBURG ON OCTOBER 15 WILL BE LED BY LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TO SUPPORT SPECIAL OLYMPICS PENNSYLVANIA ATHLETES
Franklin County Senior Centers foster connection, purpose, and community for older adults
The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter sponsors its 26th Annual Dog Walk and Contests on October 3
LOCAL HISTORY
Hagerstown's Firefighting Legacy Complements Historic Preservation of Downtown Firehouses
ENTERTAINMENT
Waynesboro celebrates its Annual Fall Market Day on Main Street, Saturday, October 3
The Amish Outlaws perform at Hub City Vinyl in Hagerstown on October 2
Photographer Amélie Lavenant-Wink explores the meaning of choices in a new art exhibition that opens in Hagerstown on October 2
The Waynesboro Historical Society hosts a Trivia Night at Rough Edges: November 19 at 7 pm. Click below for more information or to register a team for this event
BBD Trio performs at Rough Edges October 9 from 6 to 9 pm, 91 West Main Street, Waynesboro
Hub City Vinyl presents: Magical Mystery Girls, an all-female Beatles tribute band, October 3, in Hagerstown
Live music every Friday night at Music Makers from 5:30 to 8 pm, 46 W. Main St, Waynesboro
Live music every Saturday at Triggers Taproom in Waynesboro
Buttonwood's 35th annual Jazz Fest brought five world-class musical artists to Waynesboro
Kat Timpf at the Maryland Theatre, October 2 in Hagerstown
Full Cord: High-energy bluegrass at Hub City Vinyl in Hagerstown on October 8
The Totem Pole Playhouse presents: Jonathan Burns- The Life of the Party, October 24. Click below for times/tickets
Voyage: Celebrating the music of Journey: October 10 at the Luhrs Center in Shippensburg
Gallery 50 hosts the exhibition “Between Worlds,” featuring the works of 10 local artists- with live music on Friday nights at 50 W. Main St in Waynesboro
Explore Franklin County hosts a Tea & Talk on October 4. Meet the people and places that changed history. Click below for details
Dogtoberfest returns to Waynesboro on October 10 with a 5K race, pet vendors and fun for dogs and families
The Weinberg Center hosts a Centennial Kickoff on October 3: A free open house event featuring live entertainment, short films, and family activities
The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro presents: Destination Bluegrass, featuring the Jason Carter Band and other noted performers on November 13-15, in Waynesboro.
COMMUNITY AND CULTURE
Mayor Royer discusses police news, flood relief, and Waynesboro's 9/11 observance in the September report
Boro Bash celebrated the USA’s 250th with speeches, history, music, and American-style fun in Waynesboro
Habitat for Humanity celebrated a Waynesboro groundbreaking for its 67th Franklin County home: “It’s great when we work together”
Miles for Mercy House: Sign up to walk and make your steps matter- October 10 in Chambersburg
Lesher’s Sunflower Field: A Franklin County tradition every September. Click below to see photos
Habitat for Humanity Franklin County sponsors its annual used book sale on October 23/24. Click below for more info or to donate books
Who's in the woods after dark? Buttonwood Nature Center hosts "Creatures of the Night" event on October 17. Click below to register
Julia Shank Dawson turned 100, as family and friends gathered to celebrate her unstoppable spirit and compassionate life
Buttonwood Nature Center hosts the annual “Pumpkins and Pippins” Fall Festival on October 17
Ivy Hill Farm celebrates its 50th Fall Festival from October 9 to 11 with a pumpkin patch, farm animals, rides, live music, food, and autumn decor
Waynesboro commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with a First Responders Procession and a Memorial Service at Red Run Park
Waynesboro Community Bulletin Board: explore and discover events and happenings, posted in public spaces around the area
Destination Bluegrass in Waynesboro, November 13-15, featuring the Jason Carter Band
Buttonwood Nature Center sponsors bimonthly “SOAR” bird walks. The next event is October 4. Click below for info
SPORTS
The Commanders pulled off a big 33-31 win over the Seahawks
WASHS Volleyball team is in sync with a trio of 3-0 wins over Northern York, Shippensburg, and Greencastle
College Football Regional Scores:
Wisconsin 24 Penn State 20
UCLA 54 Maryland 3
Pittsburgh 59 Bucknell 0
The MLB postseason has started with the Wild Card series, featuring four matchups in a three-game format
The Phillies lost Game 1 to the Braves in the MLB Wild Card series. Follow the latest news at Phillies Nation
The Presidents Cup: The U.S. Team made an epic Sunday comeback to retain the cup. Click below for the story
The Steelers beat the Bengals to join a four-way tie atop the AFC North Division
Wisconsin stuns Penn State with late touchdowns as Nittany Lions squander 17-0 lead and fall 24-20 to the Badgers
NFL Week 3 Regional Scores:
Steelers 30 Bengals 27
Commanders 33 Seahawks 31
Ravens 34 Cowboys 31
Bears 27 Eagles 7
Number 21 Florida manhandled 4th-ranked Ole Miss 52-28 to move into the top 10 rankings
Which teams moved up and which fell in the Associated Press college football Top 25 rankings?
Paws 5k Race in Waynesboro on October 10
Tuesday’s MLB Playoff Scores:
Braves 5 Phillies 3
White Sox 6 Astros 3
Yankees 9 Red Sox 0
Padres 8 Cubs 0
Scott McClure discusses his first season as the Indians Head Football Coach
View the Mid Penn High School Football Standings
Orioles management says the team suffered through a disappointing 2026 season because of one fundamental problem.
Yankees vs. Red Sox in the Wild Card series: A postseason rematch in a classic baseball rivalry
BUSINESS
Washington County allocates $1.25 million to infrastructure upgrades at Fort Ritchie to sustain the momentum of the "Ritchie Revival." Source: Hoodline
CVBA now accepting nominations for Young Professional Awards until October 9. Click below to submit a worthwhile candidate
MAJOR STOCK INDEXES: SEPTEMBER 29:
DOW: 51,349 (-0.3%)
NASDAQ: 26,797 (-0.1%)
S&P 500: 7670 (-0.2%)
Read about the latest Franklin County real estate trends and see market data for home buyers, sellers, and renters from Realtor.com
The Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce offers 10 ways to put your business in front of the community. Learn more by clicking below.
South Central PA Women in Business Conference: October 20 in Shippensburg. Click below for event info
Mainstreet Waynesboro's 21 East Main Street Redevelopment Project nears its final stage, but needs public support to complete a signature downtown venue
The Franklin County Area Development Corporation began the Lot 5 Wharf Rd. Industrial Park development. The $5.4 million project represents the largest economic investment in FCADC's 40-year history
The Alexander Hamilton Memorial Library hosts a free Financial Fair on October 3 from 11 am to 1 pm
The Franklin County Area Development Corporation hosted its 38th Annual Industry Appreciation Dinner and announced yearly award winners
The Amberson House Bed and Breakfast: Waynesboro's perfect blend of history, architecture, and hospitality
The Greater Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce sponsors “AiLAB” seminars on the third Thursday of each month.
The Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce hosts its 3rd annual Awards Breakfast on November 19
PENNSYLVANIA/REGIONAL NEWS
THE SPECTER OF ‘FOREVER CHEMICALS’ LOOMS OVER PENNSYLVANIA’S RURAL COMMUNITIES. Source: Penn Capital-Star
ELECTION 2026: THE PENNSYLVANIA RACES THAT COULD DECIDE CONTROL OF THE STATE’S HOUSE AND SENATE. Source: Spotlight PA
21% OF POVERTY IN MARYLAND DRIVEN BY HIGH HOUSING COSTS, REPORT SAYS. Source: Maryland Matters
PENNSYLVANIA DEPT. OF HEALTH PROVIDES STATEWIDE UPDATE ON MEASLES OUTBREAK AS CASES REACH 792 IN 39 COUNTIES. Source: Pennsylvania Government
PENNSYLVANIA BEGINS FALL/WINTER TROUT STOCKING ON OCTOBER 1. Source: PA.GOV
MARYLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES OVER $30 MILLION AWARDED FOR INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES AT 3 STATE AIRPORTS, INCLUDING $5 MILLION FOR HAGERSTOWN. Source: Rep. April McClain Delaney
AI COMPANIES ARE BENEFITING FROM NEW TAX BREAKS. HERE’S HOW PENNSYLVANIA LAWMAKERS VOTED Source: Keystone Newsroom
AROUND THE BORO
BORO AREA EVENTS THIS WEEK:
CHOICE- ON BEING AND BECOMING ART EXHIBITION OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, 5-7 pm, in Hagerstown. See details above
POUR HOUSE TRIVIA AT ROUGH EDGES: Tonight, 7 pm, 91 W. Main Street, Waynesboro
FALL MARKET DAY ON MAIN STREET: Saturday in downtown Waynesboro. See details above
DAILY BORO EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
99 Years Ago
Waynesboro’s 1927 football team posed for a picture on the steps of the old High School on South Potomac Street. Included in the photo is “Wib” Davis (3rd from left, 2nd row), who later became a legendary sports and history reporter for the Record Herald. Photo courtesy of the Ringer Collection at the Waynesboro Historical Society.
DID YOU KNOW?
Since 1990, The Lunch Place in Waynesboro has served over 340,000 free meals to the needy, the lonely, and people seeking fellowship with their neighbors. The Lunch Place is open Monday through Friday from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Christ United Methodist Church, but will be moving soon to a new location on Second Street- details on the grand opening will be announced this week.