Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 12th, 2026

Grover the Groundhog to Make Weather Prediction at Sweet Arrow Lake on Groundhog Day

One of Schuylkill County’s favorite winter traditions is returning to Sweet Arrow Lake as Grover the Groundhog prepares to make his annual weather prediction on Groundhog Day.

Kutztown University Recognizes Schuylkill County Students on Fall 2025 Dean’s List

Kutztown University has announced that 2,261 students were named to its Fall 2025 Dean’s List including dozens from Schuylkill County.

PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver license and photo centers across the state will be closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend.

Commonwealth Court Reinstates Arbitration Award in Minersville Officer Termination Case

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania has reversed a Schuylkill County judge’s decision that had thrown out an arbitration ruling involving the termination of a Minersville Borough police officer, sending the case back to be reinstated.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for January 12th, 2026

               

Skook News Obituaries:  January 12th, 2026

Battle of the Schuylkill County Dunkins? New Walmart Dunkin’ Opens in St. Clair

There’s a brewing rivalry in Schuylkill County that coffee lovers might not have expected.

Mandatory Water Conservation Issued for Parts of Schuylkill County as Drought Conditions Worsen

Aqua Pennsylvania has issued a mandatory water conservation notice for customers in parts of Schuylkill County as ongoing dry weather continues to strain regional water supplies.

Where Schuylkill County Teams Stand in the Latest District XI Basketball Rankings - As of January 12th, 2026

With the 2025–26 high school basketball season now past the halfway mark, the race for District XI playoff positioning is beginning to take shape across all classifications.

Schuylkill Technology Center Students Launch 2nd Annual “Huggable Heroes” Teddy Bear Drive

Students in the Early Childhood Care and Education program at Schuylkill Technology Center are once again working to bring comfort to children in need through their 2nd Annual Huggable Heroes Teddy Bear Drive.

Lucero Zavala Perez Named Shenandoah Valley November Student of the Month

SHENANDOAH - Shenandoah Valley Junior/Senior High School has selected Lucero Zavala Perez as its November Student of the Month.

Schuylkill Weather Forecast for Monday, January 12th, 2026

 

Schuylkill Weather Forecast

for Monday, January 12th, 2026

Tri-Valley Girls Rally Past Halifax

HEGINS - A strong second-half surge powered Tri-Valley to a 39-33 victory over Halifax in a tightly contested girls basketball matchup on Saturday.

Pine Grove Area Dominates Tulpehocken in Girls Basketball Matchup

PINE GROVE — Pine Grove Area turned in a commanding performance Saturday, rolling past Tulpehocken 51–11 in girls basketball action.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for January 11th, 2026

              

Skook News Obituaries:  January 11th, 2026

Driver and Two Dogs Escape Unhurt in Butler Township Crash

No injuries were reported following a single-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon near Girardville.

One Injured After Vehicle Strikes Hoffman Memorial in Ashland

ASHLAND — One person was transported to the hospital Saturday evening following a motor vehicle crash that sent a vehicle into a local landmark in Ashland.

Schuylkill County Democratic Committee to Host Rally and ICE Vigil in Pottsville

Rally and Candlelight Vigil Scheduled in Pottsville on January 20

                                                                                                                                

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 10th, 2026

Southbound Interstate 81 Closed South of Schuylkill County

Interstate 81 southbound is closed Saturday afternoon south of Schuylkill County.