Insuring Community: Property pride is a key component of a healthy city.
“You live there on purpose?” This used to be the most common reaction after acknowledging that my wife and I… Read More
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Community Comment
Making “The Ask:” A new column seeks to add diverse voices to TheBurg.
In November 2013, I was having coffee in the downtown location of Little Amps when I was introduced to Lawrance… Read More
A Better City: We all share responsibility in building community.
PinnacleHealth System has enjoyed being a part of Harrisburg for more than 140 years. What makes our city so wonderful… Read More
Community Comment: Draft Zoning Code Sparks Concern
Editor’s Note: Harrisburg will hold public sessions on its proposed new zoning code on Wednesday and Thursday. The letter… Read More
Lessons in Money, Life: With the Nubians, you’ll learn a lot more than how to pick a decent stock.
Allow me to introduce you to a group of dynamic, well-seasoned ladies—oh, and one gentleman—who have quietly and successfully been… Read More
A People of Invention: During Black History Month, let’s publicize the intellectual accomplishments of African Americans
Each year, Black History Month rolls around, and I think to myself, “Okay, get ready to hear story after story… Read More
Cause for Optimism: In addition to resolving its financial crisis, Harrisburg may benefit from a growing preference for urban life.
We are at a promising time in our city’s history. This is due, in no small part, to the obvious… Read More
Blog Response: Former mayoral candidate Nevin Mindlin reacts to “Stick to the Plan.”
After reading David Black’s response (to Paul Barker’s blog post, “Stick to the Plan“), I thought, “I get it, ‘Don’t… Read More
Blog Response: CREDC’s Dave Black reacts to “Stick to the Plan.”
I am writing to comment on Paul Barker’s article on the Comprehensive Plan process and the recent meeting at John… Read More