Tabla de contenidos para September 19, 2025 en ScoopUSA Digital

We are now witnessing the start of what might be seen as Phase 2 of Trump’s efforts to eradicate political opposition. Phase 1 has centered on silencing criticism. It has featured retribution toward people Trump deemed personal “enemies” — not just Democrats who had led the criticisms and prosecutions of him in his first term, but also Republicans and his own first-term appointees who subsequently criticized him, such as John Bolton. Phase 1 also entailed an assault on universities that utilize so-called “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” harbor faculty members and students who speak out critically against Benjamin Netanyahu’s genocide in Palestine, or offer classes critical of the United States’ history toward Black people and Native Americans. Finally, Phase 1 has targeted media that criticized Trump by withdrawing funding for public…

HARRISBURG, PA, September 17, 2025—September is National College Savings Month and the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) joins the Pennsylvania Treasury Department (Treasury) in encouraging families to take advantage of their upcoming, free webinars to educate themselves on the financial aid process and how to start saving early with the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program and Keystone Scholars. PHEAA is hosting a free webinar, “Financial Aid 101,” where their experienced Higher Education Access Partner will present information on the financial aid application process, the types of aid available to students, and strategies to start thinking about affordability before applying for admission. The webinar will be held on Monday, September 22, at 1:00 pm. “The financial aid process can be in-depth and complicated,” said Senator Wayne Fontana, Chairman…

“Self-care is not selfish—it’s survival. Without it, you can’t fully live the life you were created to enjoy.” Every day we wake up and step into the rhythm of life—work, family, responsibilities, and countless demands. For many of us, it feels like there is never enough time to pause, breathe, and focus on ourselves. Yet, self-care is not a luxury; it is a necessity. If we want to enjoy life truly, live with purpose, and experience longevity, then prioritizing our well-being is one of the greatest investments we can make. Why Self-Care Matters Life is not always easy. We all deal with challenges, stress, loss, and unexpected trials. But in the midst of it all, our health—physical, mental, and spiritual—remains the foundation of how well we can live and enjoy…

Lord, Help Us To Understand What Really Counts In Life. Amen. I counted dollars while God counted crosses. I counted gains while God counted losses! I counted my worth by the things gained in the store. But God-sized me up by the scars that I bore. I coveted honors and sought degrees; God wept as He counted the hours on my knees. And I never knew ’til one day at a grave, How vain are these things that we spend our whole life to save? I did not yet know until my loved one went above The richest is he who is rich in God’s love. “At the cross, At the cross, Where I first saw the light and the burden of my heart rolled away. It was there by…

Disaster Strikes! What happens if there’s a disaster and you lose your home? What if you can’t find food or safe water? That’s a scary thought. Yet, every year, children around the world face disasters like floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and conflict. That’s where ShelterBox comes in! ShelterBox Sends Lifesaving Aid When disaster strikes, not everyone needs the same thing. After an earthquake, families might need strong tents and tool kits to rebuild. In flooding, families may get water filters and blankets. In conflict zones, aid could include solar lights and cooking sets. Every package is different, but all are designed to help families survive and recover when they’ve lost everything. What’s in a ShelterBox Aid Package? Do the math problem under each item. If the answer is an even number,…

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BOZEMAN, MONT., September 4, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- Eventgroove, a leading all-in-one event, fundraising, and ecommerce platform, announced its collaboration with The American Legion and its USA 250 Challenge. Celebrating 250 years of America’s independence, the nationwide initiative invites participants to complete physical fitness, wellness, and community service goals. Funds raised by challengers directly support the Veterans & Children Foundation. Individuals and teams can join to complete activities, including walking or cycling 250 miles, 250 hours of mindfulness practices, or 250 acts of community service. The USA 250 Challenge runs through July 4, 2026. Registration is $30 and includes a USA 250 Challenge t-shirt. Eventgroove’s all-in-one platform provides The American Legion with comprehensive registration and fundraising capabilities, including personalized participant pages, progress tracking, and social media integration. This collaboration marks the beginning…

HARRISBURG, PA, September 18, 2025 – Several Northeastern states and New York City have been collaborating since early 2025. Today, the Northeast Public Health Collaborative was formally announced, a voluntary regional coalition of public health agencies and leaders brought together to share expertise, improve coordination, enhance capacity, strengthen regional readiness, and promote and protect evidence-based public health. “Protecting public health has always been a collaborative effort, and that joint work has never been more important. Continuing to work with public health experts in other states allows us to exchange best practices, pursue improvements and efficiencies, and explore opportunities to better meet the needs of Pennsylvanians,” said Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen. “We respect the role public health professionals play in keeping our Commonwealth safe and will continue…

VIRGO August 23 - September 22 VIRGO The Perfectionist Dominant in relationships. Conservative. He always wants the last word. Argumentative. Worries. Very smart. Dislikes noise and chaos. Eager. Hardworking. Loyal. Beautiful. Easy to talk to. Hard to please. Harsh. Practical and very fussy. Often shy. Pessimistic. The Sapphire is the stone for the month of September An ancient Persian legend states that the earth rests on a large sapphire and the blue of the sky comes from the gem’s reflection. Medieval priests and monks wore sapphire believing they would prevent evil impulses and thoughts. It was once thought that, if a poisonous snake were put into a container with a sapphire, the rays from the gem would kill it. Sapphire was believed to turn evil sorcery and negative spells back…

In his life’s work, Charlie Kirk, the rising star in conservative politics, did not give me, or millions of Americans like me in the political center or left, a great deal of optimism about the direction of our nation’s partisan politics. But his brutal assassination, captured in horrific video images none of us can unsee, poses a dire threat to our democracy, and it is the duty of all of us, regardless of political loyalty, to renounce and defuse any further political violence. I deplored Kirk’s politics. I still do. But his politics did not merit violence of any kind. In the outpouring of rage that followed the news of his shooting, many voices on the right, from the exalted studios of Fox News to the lowest sloughs of social…

Harrisburg, PA, September 18, 2025 – The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) voted to add 45 new Historical Markers, which will be placed in 21 counties across the Commonwealth. These markers, which commemorate significant people, places, events, and innovations, join the more than 2,500 existing markers that tell the story of Pennsylvania’s rich and diverse history. The new markers span over 350 years of Pennsylvania history, highlighting a wide range of topics and individuals. From the early colonial contributions of Lancaster County’s Marie Ferree, a French Huguenot pioneer, to the industrial innovation of Northampton County’s Crayola Crayon, and the groundbreaking achievements of Pittsburgh’s baseball legend Roberto Clemente, these markers reflect the depth and breadth of the state’s heritage. Other notable subjects include the work of artist Sarah Stilwell Weber…