The Punxsutawney Spirit

The Punxsutawney Spirit First with the news each morning.

Founded in 1873, our daily paper, The Punxsutawney Spirit, along with its sister papers, Jefferson County Neighbors and Spirit Extra!, reach approximately 8,000 homes.

PUNXSUTAWNEY — This year’s Senior Expo was put on by state Rep. Brian Smith and Sen. Joe Pittman on Thursday at the Firs...
09/25/2026

PUNXSUTAWNEY — This year’s Senior Expo was put on by state Rep. Brian Smith and Sen. Joe Pittman on Thursday at the First Church of God in Punxsutawney. The expo brought a full house of seniors that were checking out the booths. Smith said it featured information for senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, personal and family caregivers, and the general public. Read the full story in Friday's edition of The Spirit. (Photo by Larry McGuire)

The Steelers got their new season off to a good start this afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. TJ Watt had an especially imp...
09/13/2026

The Steelers got their new season off to a good start this afternoon at Acrisure Stadium. TJ Watt had an especially impactful day, including a 35-yard pick-six late in the game.

Pittsburgh beat the visiting Atlanta Falcons 20-13. The team will travel to New England to face the Patriots next weekend.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

Many of the Steelers starters didn't make the trip to Buffalo last night for the last preseason game, allowing the young...
08/28/2026

Many of the Steelers starters didn't make the trip to Buffalo last night for the last preseason game, allowing the young team members one last chance to prove their worth.

The Steelers led the way most of the game at the brand new Highmark Stadium, but a last minute touchdown by the Bills along with a 2-point conversion gave them a 27-26 victory.

Pittsburgh will kick off the regular season at home against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, September 13.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

Will Howard and Drew Allar shared duties at quarterback on Friday night as the Steelers hosted the New York Jets, but ne...
08/22/2026

Will Howard and Drew Allar shared duties at quarterback on Friday night as the Steelers hosted the New York Jets, but neither of the young players were able to reach the end zone. The Jets beat the Steelers 17-0.

The Steelers will travel to Buffalo next Thursday to wrap up their preseason.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

Football is back! The Steelers kicked off their preseason at home against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. Ste...
08/14/2026

Football is back! The Steelers kicked off their preseason at home against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not play against his old team, giving backups Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and Drew Allar a chance to take snaps.

The Steelers came out on top, 28-9, and will face the Jets at home next Friday night.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

Due to unforeseen press issues we regret to inform the community that we were unable to produce our print product last n...
06/10/2026

Due to unforeseen press issues we regret to inform the community that we were unable to produce our print product last night. We are diligently working to repair the issue. In the meantime, you can view the e-Edition of today's paper free of charge by visiting our website www.punxsutawneyspirit.com and selecting the e-Edition button on the homepage. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Exactly a week after heading to the city to take part in the NFL Draft festivities, Punxsutawney Phil and his handlers h...
04/30/2026

Exactly a week after heading to the city to take part in the NFL Draft festivities, Punxsutawney Phil and his handlers headed back to Pittsburgh this afternoon to throw out the first pitch at the Pirates game!

Groundhog Club Vice President Dan McGinley threw a perfect pitch while handler A.J. Dereume held Phil to the delight of the fans in attendance. (See first pitch video in the comments.)

Enthusiastic fans had the opportunity to meet Phil and the Inner Circle members prior to the game.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

Punxsutawney was well-represented at the opening day of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh this afternoon!Punxsutawney Phil and...
04/23/2026

Punxsutawney was well-represented at the opening day of the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh this afternoon!

Punxsutawney Phil and members of the Inner Circle participated as commentators for the Great PA Mascot Race, held at Point State Park this afternoon as thousands of football fans decended upon the city.

The Penn State Nittany Lion won the 40-Yard race, facing competitors Steely McBeam of the Steelers, Swoop of the Philadelphia Eagles, and Roc the Panther from Pitt.

Inner Circle member Dan McGinley read a proclamation at the race, declaring the city of Pittsburgh as the true winner for the day.

Photos by Alan Freed / The Punxsutawney Spirit

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