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Reach High: Stories of Leadership | S. Dale High
As Chair Emeritus of High companies and Chair of High Foundation's Board, Dale believes in his guiding principle of a Higher Purpose.
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Historic Rudy’s Hall is celebrating 125 years of community
Built in 1900, Historic Rudy's Hall is a Lititz mainstay known for its rich history and support for small businesses. Miles Rudy, an entrepreneurial butcher living directly across on Main Street, realized the community needed a Town Hall to gather…
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Lancaster Success Story: Emily Gonzalez
Emily is the owner of GEM's Catering and co-owner of Inna's Pierogi Shop.
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Reflecting on 20 Lancaster City milestones
Fig has been honored to tell the stories of our innovative small city for the past 20 years, cheering on entrepreneurs, leaders, and projects like those featured here—plus many more.
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Meet Armstrong World Industries Foundation’s 2025 grantees
These four organizations are a catalyst for change in the Lancaster community,
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Discover Lancaster: Lancaster County tourism past and present
Beginning as part of the Lancaster Chamber in the 1930s, Discover Lancaster became an independent organization in 1958 and is now the official destination marketing organization for Lancaster County.
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Fig Origin Story: Charter Homes & Neighborhoods
Charter was established in 1990.
Northwest Bank is investing in the Lancaster community
Learn how Northwest is supporting the important work of local organizations.
Better Together: 2025 Giving Guide
Celebrating milestones and connecting you with local nonprofits who need your support all year long to continue serving Lancaster neighbors
Get ready for 24 hours of generosity for Lancaster at ExtraGive 2025
This community-wide day of philanthropy hosted by the Lancaster County Community Foundation returns on November 21.
Visions 2.0: Armstrong World Industries employees get creative
Learn about AWI's recent employee upcycling exhibit in honor of their 75th annviersary.
Make plans to attend the 18th Annual Gifts That Give Hope Fair
Shop alternative gift giving at the 18th annual Gifts That Gives Hope Fair on November 30, 2025.
Meet 14 Lancaster Creative Entrepreneurs
These Lancaster business owners are experts in their field and masters of their craft, bringing inventive ideas and inspired creativity to their work and to the community.
You don’t know Jack: A special Q&A with Water Street Mission
This special feature celebrates Jack Crowley, President of Water Street Mission, for 10 years of leadership.
Abby Baer believes art is the key to both our collective past and future
This story is part of our Reach High series sponsored by High Foundation.
Make yourself at home with loft-style living at the reimagined Stehli Silk Mill
The Lancaster landmark is now leasing studio, one-, and two-bedroom units.
