For this So Good Lancaster Nonprofit Spotlight, we’re featuring Hourglass, a nonprofit communications organization created here in Lancaster nearly 30 years ago. The primary goal of Hourglass is to protect Lancaster County's unique character and quality of life while ensuring that future growth is socially, economically, and environmentally responsible. The organization's mission is executed by providing the community with reliable, fact-based, nonpartisan information through First Friday Forums, a monthly speaker series held at the Ware Center, and through a bi-weekly newsletter called Keeping Lancaster Current. It was a pleasure to chat with Hourglass’s Executive Director, Lea Zikmund, to learn more about the experience she is bringing to the organization, the history of Hourglass, and what the future holds.

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Hourglass

Annual Commissioners Forum 2026 (YouTube)

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On December 1, 2025 LNP, Lancaster’s local daily newspaper, ran an article about itself called “Nonprofit led by veteran journalist David Greene to acquire LNP | LancasterOnline”. The article announced plans for a new nonprofit to take over all of the newspaper’s assets as a gift from the current owner, Pennon, which also runs WITF, the National Public Radio affiliate station based in Harrisburg. I had an opportunity to chat with David about his history growing up here in Lancaster, his time working at The Baltimore Sun and NPR, and his vision for the future of LNP.

At the time of our conversation, the transfer of assets had still not been approved by the state Attorney General’s office, but David was optimistic that it would happen soon.

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The LNP article published on December 1, 2025

KCRW’s Left, Right & Center

WHYY’s Sports in America

David Greene is Obsessed podcast

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100 years ago, in 1925, a professional baseball team called the Harrisburg Giants played Sunday games right here in Lancaster at Rossmere Baseball Park, which is now the site of Lancaster Catholic High School. The team featured hall of fame players and those games are now considered major league. Baseball historian Jeremy Raff joined us to tell the story of the Harrisburg Giants' time in Lancaster, along with a celebration of these games in partnership with other local organizations like the Lancaster Stormers. Stormers president Michael Reynolds also joined the conversation to give us the history of team and their stadium, Penn Medicine Park, that has been a staple in the community for over 20 years.

Our So Good Music feature is “Pure Gold” by Bad Hints. Stay ’til the end of the episode for a quick chat with Jes Plain and to hear the full track.

Links:

Harrisburg Giants

Lancaster Stormers

Christmas Spirit Light Show

Bad Hints

“Pure Gold” on Spotify | YouTube

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We’re leveling up with a peek inside Lancaster’s video game scene with Chris Trendler (operations partner at Decades) and Zac Gieg (CEO of Just Press Play). Discover how Decades blends great food and cocktails with bowling and a curated retro arcade. Plus, they recently opened a new outdoor bar with ice cream, boozy milkshakes, and lawn games. Then dive into the collecting boom with Zac as he traces his path from kid collector to launching a tournament-ready megastore that brings gamers and hobbyists together.

Our So Good Music feature is “Black Cherry Waterloo” by Lancaster alt-rock band Super Vehicle. Stay ’til the end of the episode for a quick chat and to hear the full track.

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Decades

Just Press Play

Super Vehicle

"Black Cherry Waterloo" on Spotify / YouTube

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This is the first in a series of episodes we’re introducing that we’ll periodically sprinkle into the feed called the So Good Lancaster Non-Profit Spotlights. On this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Susan Klapkin, the vice chair and treasurer of Lancaster County Women for Good, a local nonprofit giving circle with a mission of lifting up other nonprofit organizations that are making a positive impact in our community. This group of over 200 Lancaster Women use a giving circle model where small donations are collected and distributed as a lump sum grant to one of three nonprofits that pitch at a quarterly Gather and Grant event.

Links:
Lancaster County Women for Good
Grapevine
TLC (Tenfold)
Lancaster Farm Sanctuary
A Week Away Foundation

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We’re taking a peek inside the vibrant pop-up scene in Lancaster with the founders of the Good Goods Market: Jami from Petals Flower Trike, Holly from Hillie Ceramics, and Murphy from The Good Murph. Discover how a dinner conversation sparked a creative collaboration that has blossomed into a beloved local market hosted at West Art.

Our So Good Music feature is the atmospheric track 'Stories Untold' by indie R&B artist Christline. Stay ‘til the end of the episode for a chat with Christline about the song and to hear the full track. And look out for our full interview with Christline on our socials.

Links:

Good Goods Market

Petals Flower Trike

Hilly Ceramics

The Good Murph

Christline

Stories Untold on Spotify

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Jason Mundok takes a bite out of Lancaster’s donut scene with two Davids and a whole lot of sweet local flavor. David Burkholder of Achenbach’s Pastries shares how the iconic Leola bakery became home of the Long John and a community favorite for over 70 years. David Hiester from W Donuts talks innovation, expansion, and building community one handcrafted donut at a time.

Plus, we debut our brand new So Good Music segment featuring Lancaster singer-songwriter Joe Lacombe and his track “Pattern.” From donuts to tunes, this episode is all about the local things that bring us together.

Links:
Achenbach's Pastries
W Donuts
Joe Lacombe - Pattern

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We continue our exploration of the inaugural Stuff to Do Fair in Lancaster, featuring insightful conversations with local community leaders and organizations. Join Jason Mundok as he speaks with State Representative Izzy Smith Wade-El along with passionate individuals from Meet People Lancaster, Lancaster Bikes Coalition, and Embodyment Wellness Studio, Lancaster Home Brewers Club, Lancaster Asian American Pacific Islanders, Downtown Lanc Zine, and Lancaster Improv Players. Discover the vibrant community spirit of Lancaster and learn about the various activities and events that bring people together.

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