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Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program (a local nonprofit) said a donated minivan will help transport mini horses to schools and community events across the area. FOX43
- ➤ Mark Hawthorne (with 30 years of service) fought to keep the Boys and Girls Club alive after a two-year COVID closure, facing dropped enrollment and lost staff, and he is pitching school districts in Harrisburg and Steelton-Highspire to open new club sites later this year. PennLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Spc. Romeo Fleck, 22, of Harrisburg and assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division was killed in a vehicle crash in North Carolina on Saturday, Feb. 14, with another soldier dying and one injured and in stable condition as officials investigate the incident. WGAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Civic Club will host an eclectic evening celebrating Black History and The Arts on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at 612 N. Front St, where local figures including keynote speaker Rev. Eric Jackson and artist Julia Mallory will highlight diverse community contributions. TheBurg
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued a code orange air quality alert for most of the Susquehanna Valley — including Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon and York counties. Fine particle pollution increased overnight and will continue to rise, so sensitive groups are advised to limit strenuous outdoor activity. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg City Solicitor said HMAC owes deep six figures, which triggered a denied license renewal leading to closure of the live music venue; community members voiced concern while city officials said they will consider a payment plan (after speaking with HMAC lawyers on Feb. 10). Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Elliot Kelley, a 5-year-old from Newville, has battled pediatric cancer with financial help from Four Diamonds & inspired doctors and nurses with his courage throughout the past year. FOX43
- ➤ Choice Consulting has opened its first dedicated office in Harrisburg at 845 Sir Thomas Court to expand Medicaid managed care and value-based healthcare services. The new 2,200 sqft space will boost local care access and improve performance in the region. Central Penn Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hershey Bears lost 3-1 to Belleville Senators on Monday at CAA Arena, ending a nine-game point streak—Louie Belpedio scored Hershey's only goal as Belleville pulled ahead in the final 20 minutes with goals from Olle Lycksell, Wyatt Bongiovanni, and Philippe Daoust. FOX43
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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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Keystone Nationals Indoor Truck & Tractor Pull
March 19-21 — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the excitement of top trucks and tractors competing in a thrilling indoor setting.
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