For over half a century, the Greene County Historical Society has brought in vendors, encampments and various forms of entertainment, including the Civil War reenactors for their annual Harvest Festival. The two day event, which took place on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8 usually brings in, “over 2,000 people” during the course of … Continue reading
The fall season is here, and with that comes the inevitable exodus of leaves along with celebrations. According to the Pennsylvania Weather Action, a regional meteorologist website which calculates Pennsylvania’s fall foliage, the leaves are expected to peak from Oct. 22-28 in Greene County. Greene County is outlined in the article, but not labeled. However, … Continue reading
The Waynesburg Borough and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, otherwise known as PennDot, have partnered together for a several week-long road renovation and construction project taking place across numerous areas of Waynesburg. Brian Cumberledge, who serves as the street department manager for the Waynesburg Borough, spoke on some of the details of the road renovations that … Continue reading
On Saturday, Sept.23, the Crosspoint Assembly of God church hosted the Hope Harvest Fall Fest at the Greene County Fairgrounds from 2 to 5 p.m.. The pastor at Crosspoint Assembly of God, Josh Koss, spoke more about the event. “It was a fall festival with a very Christ-centered focus. The goal was to bring families … Continue reading
From 7 a.m.to 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday, flea markets are held at the Greene County Fairgrounds. Vendors are located in the #9 Auction Building, the Midway or under the Grandstand. There were not many early tables up upon the 7 a.m. open time, but Heidi Sharpless and Shelly Rocha took their businesses to … Continue reading
Despite summer coming to a close, the weather is still warm and inviting, which allows the borough of Waynesburg to host several outdoor events such as fairs, parades, and even, farmers and flea markets. In the parking lot next to Domino’s Pizza on High St., several vendors set up their stands to have those in … Continue reading
The Washington & Greene County Covered Bridge Festival just transpired. It is held annually on the third weekend of September, and celebrates the covered bridges in the area. Crafts, food and live music are included, and there are nine different sites across Washington & Greene County. It is a great time to have fun with … Continue reading
One place to always rely on something going on is the Greene County Fairgrounds. Located just eight minutes from Waynesburg University, this roughly 40 acres of space has room for all kinds of activities. The fairground is comprised of different sections that all serve a purpose. There is a track, different barns, two arenas, a … Continue reading
With graduation approaching, the borough of Waynesburg is preparing to lose a portion of its temporary population with Waynesburg University students heading home for the summer. The annual loss will take a toll on the borough in some respects but not in others. The 2022 publications of the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages and … Continue reading
Only about 15 minutes away from Waynesburg University’s campus live 15 soft, fluffy animals. Lippencott Alpacas is a farm located at 265 Meadowbrook Road, Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. The owners, Lena and Philip Galing, live in Lena’s family home on the farm. The farm has been in Lena’s family for four generations since the 1870’s. It was … Continue reading
