Tag: Pennsylvania

Ohio and Pennsylvania lawmakers are racing to regulate a massive boom in AI-driven data centers amid concerns over rising utility costs, farmland loss and environment risks.

Washington County residents and environmental activists protested proposed data centers in the county in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania on March 12.

Western Pennsylvania farmers and chefs tell U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio how climate change and Farm Bill delays impact local food. Read about the recent James Beard Foundation roundtable.

There is nothing quite like a summer night lit up by lightning bugs. To ensure future generations get to enjoy that same magic, Pennsylvania is embarking on its first-ever statewide firefly inventory. Discover how this inventory will shape future conservation policies for PA's state insect and support local "firefly tourism."

Whether you call them gobs or whoopie pies, these sweets are a deeply rooted Pennsylvania tradition. From classic chocolate to inventive flavors like cherry chip and creamsicle, the annual Gob Fest in Johnstown celebrated more than just sugar; it highlighted a shared family legacy and a resilient community spirit that continues to fill the mall with sweet memories The Johnstown Galleria hosted its annual Gob Fest on Jan. 31 where vendors sold thousands of gobs, a western Pennsylvania cake-like sandwich dessert.

Pennsylvania stands to lose the most abandoned mine land funding (over $169 million) if President Donald Trump signs House Bill 6938 into law. West Virginia would see a reduction of $97 million in funding. The AML fund is crucial to cleaning up acid mine drainage that is widespread across Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio, and continues to threaten local ecosystems.

Western Pennsylvania dairy farmer William Thiele was recognized in the Oval Office as President Donald Trump signed the bipartisan Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025.

From improving crop yields to monitoring livestock health, AI has the power to transform farming—but it requires massive data centers to function. Discover the benefits and burdens of bringing this next-gen technology to rural America

For decades, the Robena Coal Mine defined Alicia, Pennsylvania. Now, a proposed natural gas-powered hyperscale data center could bring jobs back—but at what cost to the peace and health of the community? Residents share their stories on the future of Greene County.

The annual dairy conference brings together dairy producers and allied industry representatives who want to grow their skills and network with individuals across the dairy industry.