today’s news and information gleanings from here and there!

Quote for today… “The citizens, however, refused them canteens of water and charged outrageous prices for food goods.” –  From an article, “Panic and Profit – Harrisburg’s reaction to Confederate invasion” in today’s Harrisburg Patriot-News.

• In Columbia? “In once rundown urban districts across the country, craft breweries have helped to transform the neighborhoods around them.” – The Miami Herald

• Novel concept: working together. “Municipalities between Lebanon County and Harrisburg seek regional grant to study safe bicycle routes” – Harrisburg Patriot-News

• The Produce Geek shares thoughts on summer favorites

• 20,o10 calories! Chestnut sets hot dog eating contest record with 69 in 10 minutes – USAToday