Jim Thorpe Current

12/04/2025

11/04/2025

The story of Jim Thorpe is experiencing renewed national attention, but his life is far too powerful, complex and inspiring to be captured in a single moment. Verily Storyworks, a next-generation storytelling studio and intellectual property (IP) development company, is proud to announce their flags...

11/04/2025

The Jim Thorpe Current- November 2025

11/04/2025

Matt Birkbeck, best known for his gripping nonfiction bestsellers like ‘The Life We Chose’, ‘Deconstructing Sammy’, and the haunting ‘A Beautiful Child’ (which was adapted by Netflix for its acclaimed Girl in the Picture), makes a stunning leap into fiction with The Wicked—and what a l...

10/07/2025

The Jim Thorpe Current - October 2025

07/18/2025

https://jimthorpecurrent.com/stay/kelly-suites-on-broadway-welcomes-new-owners/

A beloved downtown landmark has new stewards. Kelly Suites on Broadway, a charming four-room historic boutique hotel located in the heart of Jim Thorpe, has recently been purchased by Frank and Sarah Kudlack, local entrepreneurs and owners of Nomad Distilling Co.

07/18/2025

https://jimthorpecurrent.com/taste/local-distillery-launches-new-canned-cocktail-flavor/

Nomad Distilling Co. out of Williamsport PA. recently launched a new flavor of Litty Lemonade, their original canned cocktail, and it’s been flying off the shelves. Strawberry Litty Lemonade is now available at all of Nomad’s tasting rooms, in several local distributors as well as online.

07/18/2025

https://jimthorpecurrent.com/play/the-history-of-the-switchback-scamper/

Sunday, September 28, 2025 will mark the 54th Annual Switchback Scamper 10K race and 5K walk. The Lutheran Church of St. John, 319 South Avenue, Jim Thorpe is the sponsor of the race for quite a few years. But it’s origin is as follows:

07/18/2025

https://jimthorpecurrent.com/fit/9-family-friendly-summer-activities-in-the-poconos/

Have you made your summer vacation plans yet? The Pocono Mountains offers memorable family fun throughout all four seasons, but our region is particularly great for escapes during the warm weather months.

07/18/2025

https://jimthorpecurrent.com/live/john-drury-local-legend-and-visionary-towering-figure-in-jim-thorpes-rebirth-passes-on/

John Drury, a cherished family man, respected physical therapist, and committed community advocate, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, at St. Luke’s Miners Memorial Hospital in Coaldale, PA.

07/01/2025

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The Jim Thorpe Current- July 2025

06/17/2025

The Jim Thorpe Current- June 2025