The Government’s Back, Baby—and Columbia’s Got Questions, Coffee, and School Cash After 43 days of bureaucratic limbo, the federal government has finally reopened, and Columbia Borough is breathing a cautious sigh of relief—while still clutching its coffee and muttering, “Well, that was a ride.” President Trump signed the funding bill late Wednesday night, ending the…
Calling All Young Republicans: Step Up for Columbia Borough Columbia Borough has always been a community built on grit, tradition, and the belief that everyday people can shape the future. Now, more than ever, that spirit is needed in our local Republican Committee. We’re calling on the next generation of leaders—young Republicans across Columbia Borough—to…
Columbia Borough School District Should look at Transportation Options, Let’s look to Lancaster for Inspiration Columbia, PA — Columbia Borough School District (CBSD) has long been designated a walking school district, meaning it does not provide bus transportation for its general student population. Students are expected to walk or bike to school, with transportation only…
Veterans Day Feature: ColumbiaPa.Online Honors Our Heroes On this Veterans Day, ColumbiaPa.Online proudly honors the men and women of Columbia Borough, Lancaster County, who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Columbia’s story is inseparable from America’s military history — from the Civil War to Afghanistan, our community has always answered the call. Columbia’s…
Leafageddon 2025: Columbia Borough Braces for the Great Sweep-Off COLUMBIA, PA — Residents of Columbia Borough, grab your rakes, move your cars, and prepare your souls. The annual showdown between man, machine, and Mother Nature is upon us. That’s right: leaf collection and street sweeping notifications are back, and they’re coming for your curbs. According…
From Runways to Rollercoasters: Why McGinness Isn’t the Bermuda Triangle of Development (November 10th, 2025) Columbia, Pa. If you read Joe Lintner’s latest piece on the McGinness Airfield, you’d think Columbia Borough had just purchased a cursed plot of land where developers vanish into thin air and zoning laws are written in invisible ink. Rick…
Can You Live in Your Business? Columbia Borough’s Zoning Rules and a Real-World Example In Columbia Borough, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the idea of living in your business space may seem practical or even appealing—but it’s not as simple as moving in. According to Columbia Borough’s zoning ordinance, residential occupancy within a commercial property is generally…
From Runways to Revenue: Columbia Borough’s Bold Bet on the McGinness Innovation Park By ColumbiaPa.Online | November 7, 2025 In a move that could redefine Columbia Borough’s economic future, local officials have transformed a long-abandoned airfield into a launchpad for innovation, jobs, and revitalization. The 58-acre McGinness Airport site, once a quiet patch of land…
The Real Reason Columbia Borough Doesn’t Bus Its Students — And Why the Mayor Isn’t to Blame In Columbia Borough, Pennsylvania, one question echoes through school hallways and neighborhood sidewalks: Why don’t our kids have buses? For years, many residents have pointed fingers at local leadership — especially the mayor — blaming them not only…
Mayor Leo Lutz: A Legacy of Stability and Community Investment Mayor Lutz has served Columbia for over two decades, making him one of the longest-tenured mayors in the region. During his tenure, he has overseen: In a pre-election interview, Lutz emphasized his commitment to representing the people of Columbia: “If I think something needs to…