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Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rich Life, a Black-owned clothing store at Capital City Mall (in Lower Allen Township) is recognized during Black History Month. The owner said starting the business was a leap of faith and plans to open another location in Virginia later this year (the store also operates in Maryland). FOX43
- ➤ Broad Street Market Alliance elected Paul Gellerman as its new board chair with Doug Rickards as vice chair and Bryan Davis as secretary at a Wednesday meeting — the leadership plans to boost board communication, and Damion’s Fried Chicken will open today at the market serving fried foods. TheBurg
- ➤ Red Cross in Harrisburg is seeking new volunteers as disaster response calls doubled since December, and officials reported 100 disasters helped more than 350 local residents. A virtual session was held to explain different ways for helpers to support recovery efforts. FOX43
- ➤ A local group, Pennsylvania Downtown Center, invited residents, business owners, workers, and visitors to take the Downtown Harrisburg Perception Survey posted on social media Thursday (asking them to rate safety, shopping, accessibility, and community attitude) to guide downtown improvements. Local 21 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Seven ABC Keystone companies were named to ABC National’s 2026 Top Performers lists for excellence in construction safety, quality and project work; one local firm from Harrisburg earned ranking among top general contractors based on 2025 STEP applications. Central Penn Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former William Penn High School, a century-old landmark near Italian Lake, faces possible demolition due to high security and repair costs — the board will vote on the task force report later this month as alumni and local groups express concern about losing a historic asset. WGAL
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Game Commission held its third town hall meeting Wednesday at the Great American Outdoor Show to address rising deer crop damage. Stakeholders discussed expanding hunting programs (including Sunday hunting) to support farmers and boost food security statewide. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FDA warned that oysters harvested by Stellar Bay Shellfish in British Columbia and sold locally may be contaminated with norovirus. Restaurants and retailers should throw them away, as oysters collected (Dec. 30, Jan. 20, Jan. 26, and Jan. 29) may cause foodborne illness. PennLive
- ➤ Walnut Crossing Apartments on Union Deposit Road are under a boil water advisory after a drop in water pressure raised concerns about bacterial contamination. Residents must boil water for one minute or use bottled water for drinking, cooking, and washing until the issue is resolved. FOX43
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kids at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg learn trout fishing at a pond stocked with live rainbow trout at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex. Sports America gives prizes plus free passes for a walleye fishing trip during its catch and release lesson, and the show runs through Sunday. FOX43
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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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