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Harrisburg
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg Green Alliance has launched as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to improve public spaces by merging with the Harrisburg Parks Foundation and forming a Neighborhood Advisory Committee to engage residents in enhancing community pride and economic growth. Central Penn Business Journal
- ➤ TFEC is investing in leadership programs to help nonprofit leaders across Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lebanon, and Perry Counties (including Dillsburg) build capacity to serve community needs, and will host the free Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit on April 22 at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel & Conference Center. Central Penn Business Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Juniata High School student died in a crash, the Juniata County School District said on Monday, and community counselors will be available tomorrow to support affected students. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg’s new luxury event space, Élevé Event Studio, is set to open in coming weeks at the former Cafe 1500 in the 1500 Condominium building at 1500 N. Sixth St., and it is already booking weddings, receptions and corporate events—complete with in-house catering and event planning. PennLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school seniors can apply for the 2026 Best and Brightest award offered by PA Media Group by submitting an online application with an essay and letters of recommendation before March 6 (eligibility requires a minimum 3.0 GPA for students in select counties). PennLive
- ➤ Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania held an event at the Capitol on Monday where scouts met female legislators and inducted them into Troop PA — an honorary group celebrating Girl Scout leaders — to inspire leadership in young members. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro visited downtown businesses on Monday and said state investment in the local economy will depend on cooperation from city leaders and private partners. He met with owners at Anna Rose Bakery and McGrath’s Pub, who noted high parking rates as a major challenge. FOX43
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UPMC Harrisburg Hospital closed its walk-in emergency room at 12:30 p.m. Monday because of a heating system failure, but it still accepted labor and delivery patients while directing other emergencies to UPMC West Shore in Mechanicsburg + UPMC Community Osteopathic. FOX43
- ➤ Some UPMC patients have experienced MRI result delays (up to 30 days) because of a radiologist shortage fueled by an aging population and a pause in H-1B visa recruitment. UPMC has added radiologists and teamed with external providers to ease wait times. PennLive
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Great American Outdoor Show
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Horse World Expo — No pre-registration required — Explore the latest in outdoor recreation and sports at this expansive show.
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Great American Outdoor Show
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Horse World Expo — Admission fees apply — Explore the world of outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, and camping.
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Shane Smith and The Saints Concert
7-10 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of soulful music with Shane Smith and the Saints performing live.
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The Breakers: Tom Petty Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience the emotional sound of Tom Petty's hits with the country's premier tribute band.
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Yonder Mountain String Band Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — XL Live — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the innovative sounds of Yonder Mountain String Band who are at the forefront of progressive roots music.
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Elevation Worship Concert
7-9 p.m. — Giant Center — Tickets from $105 — Experience an uplifting evening of worship music with Elevation Worship.
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Pennsylvania RV Supershow
11 AM-5 PM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Tickets for adults, kids 16 and under free — Explore the latest RV models and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this premier showcase.
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PA Home + Garden Show
12-8 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — $10 parking, promo code available — Explore innovative home improvement solutions and gardening trends with experts.
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