Launch Pottsville III to Focus on Food Innovation at Alvernia University’s CollegeTowne

The Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) and Alvernia University have announced the third edition of Launch Pottsville, an entrepreneurial competition designed to promote economic development and support new business creation in the city’s downtown.

Schuylkill County to Host First-Ever Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo This October

Mark your calendars for a rootin’-tootin’ good time as the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds prepares to host the inaugural Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

"Let There Be Rock" Wins Big at Launch Pottsville 2.0

The second installment of Launch Pottsville, an initiative spearheaded by the Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) to revitalize the local arts and entertainment scene, culminated in a night of triumph for the Pottsville chapter of Let There Be Rock.

PADCO and Alvernia University’s O’Pake Institute Partner to Help Strengthen Schuylkill County’s Economy

The Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) announced Wednesday a strategic partnership with Alvernia University’s O’Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship. 

PADCO Announces Micro-Entrepreneur Operating Capital Loan Program for Pottsville Businesses

On Tuesday, the Pottsville Area Development Corporation announced their new PADCO Micro-Entrepreneur Operating Capital Loan Program.

Launch Pottsville is Moving Forward with Next Phase of Entrepreneur Competition

The Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) and its partners announced earlier this month that the Launch Pottsville competition is moving it's next phase.