Franklin County Area Development Corporation

06/08/2026

The FCADC is proud to partner with Lackawanna College on the new welding training center in Chambersburg.

05/21/2026

FYI...Help us welcome Lackawanna College to Franklin County.

05/19/2026

New episode of Mike on the Mic!

I’m excited to share a powerful conversation with two leaders helping shape the future of healthcare and medical education in our region: Dr. Brian Kessler, Dean of the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, and Dr. Maulik Joshi, CEO of Meritus Health.

In this episode, we explore the vision behind the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, the growing need for physicians, and the important ways healthcare, education, and community development are coming together to strengthen Washington County and the entire Quad State region.

This is a conversation about transformational leadership, innovation, workforce development, and the future of healthcare in our communities.

Tune in to Mike on the Mic for an inspiring look at what’s ahead.

05/05/2026

On this episode of Mike on the Mic, we’re celebrating Small Business Week with a conversation featuring Burnside America, a Chambersburg-based manufacturer with local roots, family ties, and a reach that extends far beyond Franklin County.

Mike sits down with Angi and Tony Morrissey, along with Paul Byrne, whose family owns Burnside America, for a conversation about the company’s story, its Irish connections, its decision to grow in Chambersburg, and the opportunities and challenges facing small businesses and manufacturers today.

From family legacy and workforce needs to facility expansion, global markets, and the future of manufacturing, this episode highlights how a company based right here in Franklin County can make an impact well beyond our region.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The story behind Burnside America and its family-owned roots
• Why Chambersburg became the right location for the company’s U.S. operations
• What is manufactured at the Coffee Avenue facility
• The company’s recent building expansion and what it means for future growth
• Challenges facing small businesses and manufacturers today
• What Angi, Tony, and Paul see ahead for Burnside America in 2026 and beyond

On this episode of Mike on the Mic, we’re celebrating Small Business Week with a conversation featuring Burnside America, a Chambersburg-based manufacturer w...

04/21/2026

On the next Mike on the Mic, I sit down with Megan Shreve, CEO of the South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP), for a conversation about leadership, service, and community impact.
We talk about Megan’s professional journey, the accomplishments SCCAP is making in our community, and the upcoming Deliberative Housing Forum that will bring important housing issues and solutions to the forefront.

Don’t miss this thoughtful discussion on housing, community action, and the work being done to create stronger futures across Franklin County. She’s the real deal.

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04/07/2026

FCADC was honored to work alongside Antietam Humane Society in Waynesboro to successfully secure a $45,000 PA Local Share Account grant. Acting as the grant applicant on behalf of AHS, our team helped bring this project across the finish line.

The funding has supported the purchase of a brand-new 2026 animal transport van—enhancing AHS’s ability to safely rescue, transport, and care for animals throughout the community.

Congratulations to Antietam Humane Society on this exciting addition, and thank you for the incredible work you do every day 🐶🐱

Mike Ross (L), President, FCADC is joined by Kacie Morrell, Executive Director, AHS and "Jack Frost" a 5-year old mixed male puppers looking for his forever home and is available for adoption at AHS.

04/07/2026

On this episode of Mike on the Mic, Greg Hoover and Bill Gour join Bosco and Mike for a delightfully debatable, laugh-out-loud trip through the greatest sitcoms of all time — or at least the greatest ones since 1950, which feels like a fair place to start.

From living rooms shaped by canned laughter to Thursday nights planned around must-see TV, this episode dives headfirst into the shows, characters, catchphrases, and theme songs that helped define generations. Whether you grew up with black-and-white classics, ‘70s ensemble chaos, ‘80s family favorites, or the golden age of sitcom domination, this conversation is packed with nostalgia, strong opinions, and more than a few “now wait just a minute” moments.

It’s sharp, funny, and guaranteed to send you back to your own coming-of-age years, when sitcoms weren’t just entertainment — they were part of the weekly routine.

Tune in for a spellbinding stroll through television history, where the laughs are timeless, the rankings are arguable, and everybody has a favorite.

On this episode of Mike on the Mic, Greg Hoover and Bill Gour join Bosco and Mike for a delightfully debatable, laugh-out-loud trip through the greatest sitc...

03/19/2026

On Tuesday March 17th, Mike Ross, President, FCADC, was invited by State Representative Chad Reichard (PA-90) to provide testimony before the PA House of Representatives Policy Committee. The committee held a hearing at Manitowoc Crane Group in Shady Grove titled “Built in Pennsylvania: Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness”.

The discussion focused on how state regulatory environments, energy policies, and infrastructure can better support manufacturing employers and improve industrial competitiveness in Pennsylvania.

Other speakers included Mike Reed, VP and General Manager of North America operations for Manitowoc Cranes, and Gustavo Casagrandi, General Manager, Volvo Construction Equipment. The hearing also included a tour of Manitowoc's production facilities.

03/17/2026

Delivering high-quality, accessible health care is a challenge for every health system, but for independently owned rural medical centers, that challenge is even greater. In this edition of Mike on the Mic, you’ll meet Mike Makosky, CEO of Fulton County Medical Center, and hear how he and his team are rising to meet that challenge every day.

From expanding access to essential services to ensuring patients in our rural communities receive compassionate, dependable care close to home, Fulton County Medical Center is proving that excellence in health care is not limited to large urban systems. You’ll be inspired by the commitment, innovation, and leadership that are helping provide critical care for our neighbors to the west.

Tune in for a conversation that highlights not only the realities of rural health care, but also the people and partnerships making a real difference in the lives of local families.

Delivering high-quality, accessible health care is a challenge for every health system, but for independently owned rural medical centers, that challenge is ...

03/12/2026

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