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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ LHM Social Services Foundation opened a 42,000 sqft transitional housing facility for its Horizons program to provide housing, meals, and case management to unhoused individuals and families. The facility at 3251 Butler Ave (Susquehanna Township) features 58 furnished units to support long-term stability. TheBurg
- ➤ Downtown Harrisburg is set for early revitalization as local leaders and businesses launch projects to boost foot traffic and renew public spaces. Coordinated efforts include new events and improved streets (state backed) and community engagement that start showing results now. TheBurg
- ➤ Pennsylvania’s largest indoor RV show is running today through Sunday, Mar. 1 at the Farm Show Complex & Expo Center, featuring over 800 RVs and the latest technology at discounted prices (tickets available in person and online). FOX43
- ➤ This March, Harrisburg will host a variety of community events ranging from the Maple Sugar Festival (Mar. 1 at Fort Hunter Park) to art exhibits, scavenger hunts, live concerts, and wellness walks across town that promise fun, learning, and social connection. TheBurg
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Keystone Innovation Collaborative is uniting universities, industry leaders, founders and investors from across the state to fight fragmentation in Pennsylvania’s startup ecosystem + it is building on local successes to spur innovation and commercialization. Central Penn Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Drumming community members established the Downbeat Foundation to honor late drummer Ben Smith by offering free drum lessons and instruments to children in Harrisburg. Its May Jam fundraiser will take place on May 16 at Royal Winery (a nod to Ben’s legacy) and aims to raise $100,000 to expand music access. TheBurg
- ➤ Whitaker Center opened its new live animal exhibit, Survival of the Slowest: Counterintuitive Adaptations, today; the show features 19 habitats with sloths, green iguanas and chameleons — live educator-led sessions explain how slow-moving animals survive. TheBurg
- ➤ Art Association of Harrisburg celebrates its 100th year with centennial exhibits including Women of the Permanent Collection running through Nov. 27 and a Centennial Gala on April 26, while offering ongoing art classes and community events at 21 N. Front St. TheBurg
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Caleb Houston ’27 (an advanced manufacturing and robotics student) was inspired by mentor Dr. Charles Shearrow and designed an emergency stop bump guard at the STORMWERX Research Center in Enola. He presented the project at the 2025 Research Symposium and plans a defense career. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
- ➤ Whitaker Center in downtown Harrisburg is hosting Scout Sundays for Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts, featuring hands-on STEM workshops from October through May. Participants can earn badges in robotics, coding & engineering and may attend individually or as a troop with discounted admission. TheBurg
- ➤ Harrisburg High revived its theater program and will perform Once on This Island on March 27, 28, and 29 at the John Harris campus at 2451 Market St. under director Jacob Trimble-Waddell (who seeks to build skills and foster a welcoming space for students). TheBurg
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local bakeries are selling sweet treats to fund heart health programs & support the Peyton Walker Foundation's mission in south central Pa. Shoppers can help by purchasing these treats at participating locations. FOX43
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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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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.
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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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Nirvana Tribute Experience: Nirvani
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket required — Experience the sounds and vibes of Nirvana with a tribute performance that will take you back to the 90s.
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