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Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg hosts its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on March 21; beginning at 2 p.m. at the Market Street Bridge, the parade features Irish pipe and drum bands, dancers and floats and follows a 4-Mile Race starting at 12 p.m. FOX43
- ➤ The city designated Allison Hill a Blueprint Community, offering resources and training (for local leaders) to develop neighborhood revitalization projects; the initiative (launched by the city) is expected to improve community spaces. FOX43
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction on a 700-acre site in Cumberland County may resume today to build a substation that will supply energy to a planned data center in Middlesex Township + the project marks an important development for local business growth. FOX43
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Creative York is now running the Belmont Theatre, which is closed for renovations and set to reopen with new shows in September. The historic venue, originally known as York Little Theatre, will merge performing arts with Creative York’s gallery and classes+ the change aims to boost the local arts scene. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Shapiro Administration has invested $4.1 million to expand Schools-to-Work and pre-apprenticeship pathways statewide so high school students can gain career skills; Susquehanna Township School District will use part of the grant to launch a teacher training program at its Sara Lindemuth and Anna Carter Primary School. Central Penn Business Journal
- ➤ More than 500 elementary students in Camp Hill finished painting 25 panels of parachute cloth that show local landmarks, lions, and pizza in art class. The artwork will be installed outside Eisenhower Elementary in May after wall repairs and priming + drivers on Route 15 can see the vibrant community story. WGAL
- ➤ Harrisburg School District launched its All-Star Reading Event: Read Every Day to Score Big on Wednesday at Camp Curtin Academy. The event, part of Read Across America Week, promoted literacy among Pre-K to 5th grade students with the help of over 70 community volunteers. FOX43
- ➤ The Department of Ed. announced that in July, nursing degrees will be removed from the professional programs list — cutting federal aid for graduate nursing — so local students must review their funding options. FOX43
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shippensburg men’s track and field clinched its 15th consecutive PSAC Indoor Championship in Shippensburg this past weekend. The Raiders now plan to carry this local winning streak into the upcoming outdoor season. FOX43
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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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Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets starting at $62 — Experience an unforgettable night of Cosmic Country music with Daniel Donato.
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Colebrook Road Album Release Celebration
7-11 p.m. — The Farmhouse at Englewood Hershey — Ticket info unavailable — Celebrate the release of Colebrook Road's latest album with a night of remarkable bluegrass music.
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