Marshall Keely

York

State Government and Politics Reporter and Weekend Anchor at WPMT-TV (York, PA)

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Spectrum invests $1.5M in small businesses in rural N.C., areas hit by Helene

2 days ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

North Carolina small businesses took center stage on Thursday as dozens of small businesses and community leaders gathered for a celebration and awards ceremony at Raleigh Union Station.
Longtime teacher becomes first deaf assistant at North Carolina legislature

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

RALEIGH, N.C. — They’re the people behind the scenes at the General Assembly. It’s a critical role in government, interfacing with North Carolinians seeking help from legislators every day. “Probably the average would be 20 to 30 people or maybe even more,” estimated legislative assistant Hope Turner.
Psychedelic helps mental health for N.C. patient who ‘wasn’t getting better’

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

RALEIGH, N.C. — Psychedelic drugs are generally thought of as illegal, recreational drugs, but physicians and scientists across the country are exploring their medical benefits. New studies are underway at UNC Chapel Hill and now legislation in the North Carolina General Assembly is exploring the possibility of using psychedelic treatments for mental health across the state.
Debate over eastern North Carolina Confederate statue continues

1 week ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

RALEIGH, N.C. — In the middle of the small North Carolina town of Edenton, a statue stands high above the square. The disagreement begins with how to refer to it. Some would call it a memorial, others would call it a monument. No matter what it's called, since the death of George Floyd, another question has loomed: what should be done with it?
N.C. lawmaker, advocates call for disability support

3 weeks ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

RALEIGH, N.C. - The North Carolina General Assembly is in the midst of budget season, and one group of people fear they're being left out. One North Carolina woman has become an outspoken figure in the fight to get people living with intellectual or developmental disabilities more help. What You Need To Know The N.C. waitlist for Innovations Waivers has almost 19,000 people on it, and it's growing Gov.
N.C. bills would let anyone over 18 conceal carry

1 month ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina’s gun laws could see a big change this year. This session the North Carolina General Assembly is considering bills to allow anyone over the age of 18 to carry a concealed gun without needing a permit. A bill to remove the requirement already passed in the state Senate last month.
Bill would allow N.C. schools to use epinephrine nasal spray

2 months ago | spectrumlocalnews.com | Marshall Keely

State lawmakers are responding to breakthroughs in a lifesaving drug this session as a bipartisan bill in the North Carolina House of Representatives could allow a less painful way to reverse allergic reactions to be used in public schools during emergencies.
'Dream come true' | Pa. DJ eyes 'fortune' in game show appearance

Feb 27, 2025 | fox43.com | Marshall Keely

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A Franklin County DJ’s good fortune led him to one of the biggest stages in television. You might hear Ryan Smetzer's voice on your radio but this week you’ll see his face on one of the nation’s premier game shows. "[It's] an absolute dream come true," Smetzer said. In many ways, Smetzer is already living out his dreams of hosting the MIX95.1 morning show from the station’s studios in Chambersburg, Franklin County.
Newly nominated Pa. education secretary defends Shapiro budget, calls possible U.S. Department of Education shutdown 'catastrophic'

Feb 26, 2025 | fox43.com | Marshall Keely

HARRISBURG, Pa. — After a record $1.1 billion increase in basic education funding last year, Governor Shapiro is doubling down on his investment in Pennsylvania public schools, asking for another $606 million increase this year. Acting Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe has been on the job for a little more than a week, but Senate Republicans weren’t pulling any punches during budget hearings on Wednesday.
Minimum wage, workplace safety on table in Pa. budget hearings

Feb 25, 2025 | fox43.com | Marshall Keely

HARRISBURG, Pa. — It’s been 16 years since the last minimum wage increase in Pennsylvania. At $7.25 per hour, the minimum wage in the commonwealth is tied for the lowest in the nation, sitting at the national minimum wage mark. Governor Shapiro and Democrats in the state’s general assembly are pushing for a minimum wage hike again this year as budget hearings continue in Harrisburg. Department of Labor and Industry Secretary Nancy Walker discussed the potential impact on Tuesday.