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A cutout of Frederick Douglass, a Black author and orator, standing tall, looking over Carlisle. Douglass stopped in town while on a speaking tour and within his speech, called out the racism within Carlisle and communities like Carlisle. While staying in town, Douglass’ hotel, the Bentz House Hotel (later the Worthington), told him that he was to eat his meals in his room rather than in the dining room where the white guests were staying. Douglass was correct to call out Carlisle, as restaurants banned people of color from walking through their front doors, providing a separate entrance. In what is known today as the Carlisle Theatre, people of color were banned to the balcony; separations of this nature continued in Carlisle well into the 1960s.

Among the Hidden: Carlisle community’s history with racism comes to light in new CALC art gallery (Photos)

Ryleigh Underwood, Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2022

The Carlisle Arts Learning Center (CALC) kicked off the new year with the opening of a collaborative exhibition that was created with the help of the Carlisle community. As a whole, (RE)Presenting...

FEEL THE LUV:  C-Luv Thrift, located at 20 N. Hanover Street, is known for their fun finds and love of all things Carlisle-related. They are also involved in several service projects geared towards helping the greater Carlisle community.

Share the ‘Luv’: Small business owners give back to the community

Kaylea Martin, Staff Writer November 20, 2021

In downtown Carlisle, there is a lot of “Luv” to be shared. C-Luv Thrift’s first opening was in February 2018, with owners Mary Carlton and George Kretzing, who decided to open a store where the...

Which Carlisle classic will have the best chocolate milkshake? Check out our vlog and find out!

Carlisle ‘shake’down: The search for the perfect chocolate milkshake (Video)

Carol Etzel and Treston Johnson April 18, 2018

A&E writers Treston and Carol embarked on a journey through Carlisle in search of the perfect chocolate milkshake. They created a rubric and traveled to two of the most popular, non-chain ice cream...

Hawk Watch is a beautiful trail to hike in Carlisle. It leads you to a view of the valley.

Hiking into fall: trails of Carlisle

Releigh Norrell, Staff Writer October 30, 2017

Hiking can be a wonderful way to stay active and enjoy the beautiful views our area has to offer. If you're looking for something to do this fall, check out one of these hiking trails in the Carlisle area. Hawk...

The market is ready for the fall season with the selling of pumpkins.

Farmers on the Square: tradition in the heart of Carlisle

Carol Etzel, Magazine Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2016

At precisely 3:00 pm every Wednesday, a bell is rung in Carlisle’s town square. This tradition dates back to the seventeenth century, signaling the opening of the farmer’s market. The smell...

Check out the Harmony Society next time you are shopping on High Street.

Harmony Society brings harmony to the High Street shop line-up (Review)

Chenta Shirley, News writer January 27, 2015

Downtown Carlisle can be described as charming. It features several local businesses and stores. One newer but not as well known addition to the High Street line-up is Harmony Society. A cute, artsy...

The nutella and strawberry-filled crepes are a customer favorite at Helena's Chocolate Café and Creperie.

Helena’s Chocolate Café & Crêperie serves to satisfaction (Review)

Spencer Pechart, A&E writer, copyeditor March 21, 2014

Having a bad day? Desperate to satisfy a sweet tooth? Wanting to try something new? Here's a quick fix: head to Helena’s Chocolate Café & Crêperie. Located on 36 West High Street, Helena's...

Located on 129 West High Street, Whistlestop Bookshop sells a plethora of items and has a diverse selection for its shoppers.

Whistlestop Bookshop offers a selection that pops (Review)

Spencer Pechart, A&E writer, copyeditor January 7, 2014

Whistlestop Bookshop sells books new and old, magazines, CDs, bookmarks, and almost anything that a bookworm could imagine. Located on 129 West High Street, the bookstore opened in 1988. "[I opened...

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