Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Girl Scout troops distributed thousands of cookie boxes today as part of a Mega Drop event in various neighborhoods — handing out Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patties and other favorites.
Pennsylvania American Water lifted a water conservation order at 10:30 a.m. Sunday for 42,000 Mechanicsburg residents after restoring production at its treatment plant when tests showed safe water despite contamination on Yellow Breeches Creek—customers can now use water normally.
Gov. Shapiro declared a disaster emergency as a major winter storm hit Pennsylvania, with forecasts of 12–18 inches of snow around Philadelphia and 14–22 in the Poconos.
PennDOT moved equipment and set travel restrictions on several highways starting Sunday at 3:00 p.m.
PennDOT has temporarily reduced the speed limit to 45 mph on I-81 and I-83 in the Susquehanna Valley due to a winter storm.
The changes cover roads from the Maryland state line to Schuylkill County on I-81 and from Maryland to Route 581 on I-83.
Dr. Arthur Williams at Hamilton Health Center in Harrisburg uses a holistic approach to help patients with HIV and drug addiction — building on medical advances since the 1980s, allowing treatment with one pill a day.
He integrates HIV screening and substance abuse care, seeing patients as family.
Capital Blue Cross is offering a conflict-free health plan that provides transparent pricing & cost-effective benefits designed around member outcomes, as local employers explore alternatives to vertically integrated insurers.
The approach has already saved groups millions and may lead to lower premiums in the coming months.
Elevation Worship Concert
7-9 p.m. — Giant Center — Tickets from $105 — Experience an uplifting evening of worship music with Elevation Worship.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Herbal Alchemy Exploration
6-7 p.m. — Agape Elixir Bar — Free samples included — An evening of magical herbal explorations awaits.
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.
78th Annual Zembo Shrine Circus
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Zembo Shrine Auditorium — Free parking — Experience thrilling G-Rated entertainment perfect for the whole family at the 78th Annual Zembo Shrine Circus.
AI in Sales Symposium II: From Hype to Revenue
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM — Capital Union Building (CUB) — Free entry — Explore how AI transforms sales from hype to real execution and revenue impact.
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