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Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jim Thorpe, one of America’s greatest athletes, came to Carlisle in the early 1900s where he played track and football and won two Olympic gold medals, which helped shape his legendary career (his Native name means 'light in the sky') and left a mark on the town. Local 21 News
- ➤ Grand Rising Curations announced that Lake Street Dive, with special guests The Dip, will perform at Riverfront Park — a venue along the Susquehanna River — on Fri, July 31 while jam band String Cheese Incident is set to perform on Wed, Aug. 5; additional shows will be announced soon. FOX43
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Great American Outdoor Show is underway at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex, drawing thousands of visitors and boosting the local economy with $70 million in spending and over 7,000 jobs. The 9-day event offers vendors, free seminars, and family-friendly activities related to hunting and fishing. Local 21 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NASA named Lykens Valley Children's Museum in Dauphin County a Community Anchor for STEM education while awarding a grant for a mobile planetarium that will boost local STEM access. FOX43
- ➤ Huynh Nguyen '26 left an out-of-state school to join Harrisburg University for small classes and a hands-on approach. She studies Business Administration and works as a Marketing & Business Development Intern at Susquehanna Civil Inc., gaining practical skills as she prepares to graduate this fall. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
- ➤ The Lower Dauphin Nanoline team won a state competition by redesigning 'Operation' and now may compete for a national championship in Flint, Michigan if they choose to participate. FOX43
- ➤ Harrisburg School District Superintendent Dr. Benjamin Henry recommended demolishing the old William Penn building and using the field for student athletics during a board meeting Tuesday. The board will decide on next steps at the Feb. 24 meeting. Local 21 News
- ➤ A new law signed Wednesday, Feb. 11 requires public and private schools to teach cursive handwriting. Introduced by Sen. Wayne Langerholc Jr (aiming to preserve historical literacy and bolster fine motor skills), the measure will affect schools statewide. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center was named one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for 2026 by Healthgrades Tuesday, marking its third consecutive honor (3rd award) (following a national clinical review). Local 21 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hunters in Pennsylvania get one final chance to hunt extra pheasants released by the Game Commission as the small game season nears its end. This special release offers an added opportunity to secure game before the season closes. FOX43
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg University announced on Tuesday, Feb. 11 that it is restructuring the debt on its underused downtown building, pausing bond installment payments and working with advisors + bondholders to align financing with current needs while academic programs continue without interruption. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Summer Britcher of Glen Rock earned her career-best Olympic finish at the Milano Cortina Games by placing 14th in women's singles luge and improved on past finishes of 15th, 19th and 23rd at previous games (Sochi, Pyeongchang, Beijing). Local 21 News
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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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Ballyhoo! with Artikal Sound System
7-8:30 p.m. — XL Live — Last-minute tickets available — Experience energetic reggae vibes with Ballyhoo! and Artikal Sound System.
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Permitting Without Pain: Part 1
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Capital Union Building — $225 members, $525 non-members — Explore permitting best practices and compliance in a comprehensive workshop with DEP experts.
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Herbal Alchemy Exploration
6-7 p.m. — Agape Elixir Bar — Free samples included — An evening of magical herbal explorations awaits.
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