WITF

06/18/2026

We're excited to welcome new leadership!

Maximilian “Max” Duke has been selected as the next president and CEO of Pennon, the parent organization of WITF, Pennon Education and Media Solutions, effective July 20, 2026.

Max brings more than 25 years of public media experience to the role, most recently serving as vice president of station strategy and development at PBS. As he begins this new chapter, Max has shared that one of his first priorities will be listening and learning from the communities we serve. In the months ahead, he looks forward to meeting with his new Central Pennsylvania neighbors and understanding how we can continue to make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Please join us in welcoming Max!

Learn more: https://www.witf.org/2026/06/18/pennon-names-maximilian-duke-next-president-and-ceo/

06/17/2026

On this episode of Cloth of the Nation, hear how Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) works to drive meaningful change on behalf of all veterans and the country they served through research, education and advocacy.

🪖🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform or visit: witf.org/cloth

06/17/2026

PBS learning resources for sciences, technology and engineering, for educators and parents/caregivers.

06/17/2026

Explore the roots of country music in PA with untold regional stories of the state’s role in the creation of a uniquely American form. Plus, explore how the genre is thriving and inspiring a new generation of musicians and fans.

Check out this WITF documentary on the Public Media Making History at 250 website: https://www.publicmedia250.org/post/witf-music-presents-country-music-in-pennsylvania

Explore the roots of country music in PA with untold regional stories of the state’s role in the creation of a uniquely American form. Plus, explore how the genre is thriving and inspiring a new generation of musicians and fans.

06/16/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and Creative Director, Mitch Mathias.

Mitch recently celebrated his 20th anniversary at WITF, where he started as a video editor. He created and managed high-quality video productions, with two of his documentaries winning Mid-Atlantic Emmys.

Aside from his professional accomplishments, he was a great leader, mentor and friend.

Mitch will be dearly missed by our team, and we send our deepest condolences to his family and those who knew him.

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06/15/2026

Take a historic look at how Pennsylvania's natural resources helped transform the state into an industrial powerhouse. With economic booms and revolutions in natural resource extraction came an environmental price. Pennsylvanians set about restoring the state's environmental riches and in the process helped shape the national conservation and environmental movements of the twentieth century.

Check out this WITF documentary on the Public Media Making History at 250 website: https://buff.ly/oOH4xah

A historic look at how Pennsylvania's natural resources helped transform the state into an industrial powerhouse. With economic booms and revolutions in natural resource extraction, came an environmental price. Pennsylvanians set about restoring the state's environmental riches and in the process he...

06/12/2026

At the end of the Vietnam War, veterans, activists and refugees in Central Pennsylvania all had one thing in common: they all had a story to tell.

Check out this WITF documentary on the Public Media Making History at 250 website: https://buff.ly/1kEae9d

The Vietnam War…In Central Pennsylvania, many supported America’s involvement. Many others did not. At the end of the war, veterans, activists and refugees all had one thing in common… They all had a story to tell. This program is proudly featured as part of the PBS Stories of Service Waveleng...

06/11/2026

Find upcoming ticket opportunities at https://www.witf.org/support/tv-pledge-ticket-information/

06/11/2026

Due to tower maintenance, WYPM and WITF's Chambersburg signals may be operating at reduced power or temporarily unavailable. Normal service is expected to resume by early evening on June 11, 2026.

06/10/2026

Gerry Mcateer's years in military service taught him discipline, resilience, problem‑solving and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Now as a farmer, he uses those skills at Spruce Hill Acres in Annville, PA.

🪖🎧 Hear his story on this episode of Cloth of the Nation. Listen on your favorite podcast platform or visit witf.org/cloth.