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The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement is dedicated to growing support for local news and information to build connected and engaged communities.

We believe that trusted news and information is a public good as necessary as electricity and clean w

04/16/2025

Low ticket alert! We're excited to join with so many of our community partners on May 19 to share a first look at the region's first information ecosystem map, and work together to develop recommendations on how to build the future of local information in Central PA and beyond.

There are still spots left, but they're going fast! Register today at SteinmanInstitute.org

01/21/2025

Our upcoming virtual meet-up isn’t just a boring zoom call. Join us on January 28 for a fun, interactive event on Gather to meet with other community members as we talk about new ways to connect our county with local news! Choose your character, or create your own! Space is limited, so make sure you register today at SteinmanInstitute.org. After you’re done, tell us who each of these characters is named after in the comments 😉

Print media is still relevant:

01/16/2025

Local news is how we find out about what's going on, hold our leaders accountable, and build connection with our neighbors. But the business model is broken, and communities across the country are suffering the consequences.

Let's build something new, better, and more responsive to our community together!

We're launching a new series of virtual gatherings to help build the future of local news! Join us on Tuesday, January 28 for our first digital session and share ideas, ask questions, and help co-create new ideas to make our community be more engaged and informed.

It won't be your typical boring zoom call: get ready for an interactive, collaborative experience on Gather!

Space is limited: register at SteinmanInstitute.org

01/11/2025

We had a blast at yesterday engaging with folks about where they get their local news, and how to make local info more relevant, depolarizing, and effective for their daily lives!

Thank you to for hosting us in their amazing “So You Want to Be a Farmer” section! We’ve still got some buttons left, so be sure to grab one the next time you see us out and about 📰🌱

12/26/2024

How do you get your local news? In order to help reinvent the way we get information about our community, we need to know what's working (or not) in your everyday life! Take the short survey at SteinmanInstitute.org and help be part of the future of local news and information!

12/09/2024

If you could draw a map of how your community gets its news and information, what would it look like? We'll know very soon with your help!

With the launch of Press Forward Central PA, TSI is working to create an open-source hub for the different information sources in our community, including traditional news (newspapers, TV news, etc.) and new, digital platforms (social media accounts, Reddit groups, etc.).

If you are a local news organization, check out our short 10-15 minute survey to be eligible to receive a $1,000 grant to your newsroom!

If you are or know someone who is working in non-traditional spaces that we should know, send us a DM, or email [email protected]!

12/03/2024

We are proud to announce that The Steinman Institute has been chosen to lead the launch of Press Forward Central Pennsylvania (PFCPA)! Press Forward is a national movement dedicated to revitalizing local news and information in the wake of an unprecedented decline in reliable local sources and is investing over $500 million to strengthen communities and expand access to local news. The Central Pennsylvania chapter has been selected as one of the 20 first Press Forward chapters across the country and this was made possible thanks to the Steinman Foundation, the founding partner of PFCPA.

We are proud to be part of this exciting and innovative movement to meet the moment for local news. Learn more at PressForwardCentralPa.org!

11/12/2024

Thank you to Megan of Typothecary Letterpress for showing us around her awesome new space and beautiful collection of old printing presses and materials! It was inspiring to be at the intersection of past, present, and future print this morning! Stay tuned for some fun collaboration 👀👀

11/05/2024

Regardless of the outcome of this historic election, one thing is clear: local news is vital to keeping our community engaged and informed, and our democracy depends on it.

To ensure Lancaster County and beyond is up to date on all the local and national happenings, The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement is proud to sponsor free digital access to coverage of local, state and national elections from LNP + LancasterOnline.

Visit LancasterOnline.com to read up on the issues, the candidates, and the results of the elections, and be sure to vote if you haven't yet cast a ballot!

10/16/2024

They’re here 🥹

There’s more than just a presidential election happening on November 5! From state legislatures to local offices, there are hundreds of candidates vying for important positions across our community. Thanks to election resources like LNP + LancasterOnline’s Voters Guide, community members can learn more about these races to make an informed decision!

Check out the full guide at LancasterOnline.com!

09/18/2024

We’re excited to introduce Pennon, the new parent company that unites WITF, LNP | LancasterOnline, and the Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement.

As we enter a new era for local news and education, we’re transforming the way we serve Central Pennsylvania. We’re building common ground, showcasing local stories and inspiring lifelong learning that empowers everyone in our community.

Learn more: pennon.org

WITF WITF News LNP + LancasterOnline The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement

09/11/2024

Next month on October 9, we're excited to welcome former NPR host and Lancaster native David Greene and KCRW's Left, Right and Center podcast for a special LIVE taping at Franklin & Marshall College! Join us for an evening of conversation, discourse, and through provoking questions.

Following the episode recording, David and the podcast panelists will be taking questions from the audience!

Tickets are free, but space is limited! Register today at SteinmanInstitute.org!

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