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The Morning Agenda

WITF, Inc.
Pennsylvania
Josh Shapiro
Harrisburg
Mail-In Voting
Washington County
Gun Violence
Gettysburg College
Pennsylvania Flood Insurance
Central Pennsylvania
Insurance Coverage For Speech Therapy
Penn State
Governor Josh Shapiro
Electric Vehicles
Penn State University
David Mccormick
Scott Perry
Jason Fry
Pennsylvania State Budget
David Gatling Sr.
Kea Hansard

Sometimes, your mornings are just too busy to catch the news beyond a headline or two. Don’t worry. The Morning Agenda has got your six. Each weekday morning, host Karen Hendricks will keep you informed, amused, enlightened and up-to-date on what’s happening in central Pennsylvania and the rest of this great commonwealth.

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Pennsylvania Democrats recently got a bill to raise the minimum wage through the state House, though it likely will face resistance in the GOP-controlled Senate. It’s the third time in four years that this chain of events is playing out on this issue... more

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A rural Perry County township nestled in the crook of the Susquehanna is joining a national debate over the construction of data centers. Watts Township supervisors moved Wednesday night’s meeting outside as more than 125 people showed up and filled ... more

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Top Pennsylvania lawmakers say school districts may need to demonstrate improvements before additional state dollars are guaranteed. This year’s budget proposal includes a third installment of adequacy funds for historically underfunded schools.

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Dawn Kiefer
Republican state senator whose district includes Cumberland and York counties
Pennsylvania State Senate
Episode: PA Headlines | April 3 | Public outcry at a Perry County data center meeting.
Jordan Wilke
Reporter
WITF
Episode: PA Headlines | April 3 | Public outcry at a Perry County data center meeting.
Erin Gabriel
Government affairs representative
Pennsylvania Health Access Network
Episode: PA Headlines | April 3 | Public outcry at a Perry County data center meeting.
Patricia Kelmar
Senior Director of Healthcare Campaigns
U.S. Public Interest Research Group (USPIRG)
Episode: PA Headlines | April 3 | Public outcry at a Perry County data center meeting.
Sarah Hofius-Hall
Reporter, contributed reporting on PIAA playoffs and facility fees
WVIA
Episode: PA Headlines | April 2 | Assessing adequacy funding, plus PIAA playoffs, in Pa. schools.
Jillian Forstadt
Reporter, contributed reporting on adequacy funding
WESA
Episode: PA Headlines | April 2 | Assessing adequacy funding, plus PIAA playoffs, in Pa. schools.
Jacqueline Purcell
Woman with diabetes and mobility needs
Patient recipient of home care
Episode: PA Headlines | April 1 | A deep dive into medical “facility fees.”
Tamara Baptiste
Paid home caregiver for her mother
Private caregiver (home care)
Episode: PA Headlines | April 1 | A deep dive into medical “facility fees.”
Ed Mahon
Journalist with Spotlight PA focusing on data-driven reporting
Spotlight PA
Episode: PA Headlines | March 30 | Over 1,000 people protest Trump at Pa. Capitol for “No Kings” rally.

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Karen Hendricks
Host of The Morning Agenda

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • My “Go to” source for local/regional news summary

    At a time when it’s becoming increasingly difficult to stay up-to-date and informed on local and regional news, The Morning Agenda has become an important part of my day with its emphasis on Southcentral PA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kathleen-PA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Useful to catch up on PA news

    There aren’t many evenhanded podcasts focused on PA news, but this one points to places/incidents/events I might need to follow more closely. Grateful for it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bowed Bookshelf
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    This is a fantastic summary of the morning’s big stories in PA. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    westshore717
    United States2 years ago
  • Local newsrooms rock!

    This is me:

    I have been listening to this show for a while and did not think it could get better. Well, I was wrong. Releasing this earlier lets me add this to my morning flow! Thanks for making great better!

    William

    This is AI:

    I've been listening to this show for a while now and didn't think it could get any better. Well, I stand corrected. Releasing it earlier allows me to incorporate it into my morning routine seamlessly! Thank you for elevating the already great experience!

    Best regards,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willw06040
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Start to the Day

    Tim selects interesting and important items to cover, presents them concisely, and provides great information Pennsylvanians need to know. Great job.

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    5
    x-James-x
    United States2 years ago

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Concise PA news wrap keeps me informed and on top of daily events.
Evenhanded PA coverage with clear context for local issues.
High-quality briefings that fit nicely into a morning routine.
Strong reporting and practical takeaways for Pennsylvania.
Reliable local updates that help me stay civic-minded.

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PA Headlines | March 31 | Approaching April 15, only half of Pennsylvanians have taken advantage of a new tax credit.
Q: Has automatic voter registration actually translated into more votes, or are people simply registering without turning out?
People who register through automatic voter registration are voting, but the share is not as high as those who register through other means; overall turnout effects are nuanced and depend on multiple factors.
PA Headlines | March 31 | Approaching April 15, only half of Pennsylvanians have taken advantage of a new tax credit.
Q: What does that mean practically for rural areas in terms voter registration and potential political impact?
Rural areas have seen significant gains in registration, largely along existing partisan leanings, with practical impacts varying by county and election administration capacity.
PA Headlines | March 20 | A deep dive into the Central PA Spelling Bee.
Q: And what's the track record of this event over the years, in terms of how spellers fare at the Scripps National Spelling Bee?
Getting to the national championship is an absolute honor, with participants typically performing very well, reflecting the strong educational emphasis of the program.
PA Headlines | March 20 | A deep dive into the Central PA Spelling Bee.
Q: Well, I have to ask you in today's world of spell check and autocorrect, is spelling still taught in school, and where do things stand with the value of spelling today?
The event emphasizes language and literacy skills, helping students expand vocabulary and understand word origins, which supports reading comprehension and writing ability.
PA Headlines | March 20 | A deep dive into the Central PA Spelling Bee.
Q: Well, first off, Jen, can you give us some of the stats? How many students are involved in the Central PA Spelling Bee and from how many school districts?
254 students qualified for the semi-final online test, with 34 advancing to the Grand Championship; 65 schools are represented.

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A concise, weekday briefing focused on central Pennsylvania, blending regional politics, public policy, and local affairs with brisk reporting and on-the-ground reporting from area journalists. Episodes frequently cover state-level politics, budget concerns, health care stories, infrastructure, and public safety, often weaving in context from reporters and officials to explain how national issues play out locally. A standout quality is the clear, efficient delivery and the way stories pair legislative updates with human-interest angles, making it helpful for listeners who want to stay civically engaged without getting bogged down in minutiae.

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4. Patricia Kelmar
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7. Jacqueline Purcell
8. Tamara Baptiste

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