David Argall

Thursday gathering will seek ideas on how vacant 192-acre site in Foster Township could be redeveloped.

State lawmakers met at Pennsylvania College of Technology to hear from representatives of impacted communities and to discuss how to better guard against flood damage.

Advocates say child care in Schuylkill County — and statewide — is in crisis, with centers closing, underpaid teachers leaving and waiting lists growing. Gov. Josh Shapiro visited a center in Pottsville this week, promoting a program he hopes will make a difference.

Argall previously led the influential committee for three consecutive two-year legislative sessions, from 2015-20.

Senator calling for action on three state centers that have sat idle since being closed in recent years, and which continue to be maintained at taxpayers' expense.

With budget negotiations ongoing, education advocates strengthen calls for fair funding.

State Sen. David Argall demands answers from Harrisburg on future of White Haven Center; Department of General Services cites 'lengthy but necessary process.'