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Hey there, Dillsburg! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will Big Bottom Brewery’s closure become a comeback story for Dillsburg?
  • Which Dillsburg athlete just scored big academic honors at SU?

Also on today's calendar: Soul-Full Sunday: Yin Yoga & Sound Healing — Matthew Kramer and 1 more event.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Partly sunny, windy and cold, with a high of 34 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Friday: More clouds than sun, temps: high: 36, low: 25.
  • Saturday: Cloudy; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 39 and low of 21 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Central Pa. brewery's emotional closure notice has an unexpected twist (pennlive.com) — A Dillsburg favorite, Big Bottom Brewery on Tristan Drive, has closed its doors but may soon get a second life under new ownership. After announcing an indefinite shutdown on Dec. 7, the owners say a potential buyer has stepped forward, offering hope that local craft beer fans won’t lose this hometown spot for good.
   

• SU. has Four Raiders named to the 2025 Division II Academic All-District ® Volleyball Team (fcfreepresspa.com) — A Shippensburg University volleyball standout from Dillsburg has been honored for excelling both on the court and in the classroom. Junior libero Shay Kolivoski, a mechanical engineering major, earned Academic All-District recognition alongside three teammates, spotlighting local talent achieving at a high collegiate level just up the road from home.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sheila here snoozing away in a comfy chair, praying Santa gets me my own “Furever Family” for Christmas.
    Honestly, I’ve been extra specially good this year, so hopeful my Prayers are answered. Could it be with you? (Nextdoor Chadwick Meadows)
  • Seasonal affective disorder is more than just the winter blues.
    If you are feeling depressed, reach out to your doctor or a mental health professional for help. If you need immediate assistance, help is available!… (Nextdoor )
  • GIANT Food Stores posted a job opening for PT Produce Associate - 6310 in Dillsburg. Apply here.
  • Arby's Restaurant posted a job opening for Team Member in Dillsburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dillsburg here.

🗞 Nearby News

Boiling Springs

  • December 8 recap: Cumberland County news you may have missed today (cumberlink.com)

Mechanicsburg

  • Dirt bike driver blows through stop sign, flees from Mechanicsburg police (local21news.com)
  • Pa. senator leads Wreaths Across America ceremony at State Capitol (fox43.com)
  • Use This Bankrupt Retailer's Cards Immediately, PA AG Advises (patch.com)

Ok Dillsburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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