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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Derry Township celebrated World Down Syndrome Day on Friday at Troegs Independent Brewing—hosting the fourth annual 3.21 For Life Festival that featured music, games, and crafts for children. The event highlighted programs that promote inclusion and has donated nearly $130,000 over the past three years to support local organizations. FOX43
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tractor-trailer crash on Friday morning at 6:05 a.m. in Camp Hill shut down all eastbound lanes of Route 581 between the exit and entry ramps of Route 15 near Gettysburg—state police are investigating and say it is unclear if anyone was injured. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Asoul Ramen in Capital City Mall in Camp Hill opened several months ago and is attracting local fans with its unique decor—featuring a large faux cherry tree and illuminated paper fish—and flavorsome ramen with broth simmered for 14 hours. Restaurateur Chi from Lancaster said business remains brisk as word-of-mouth brings new customers. Central Penn Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Constellation is reviewing the environmental impacts of restarting Three Mile Island Unit 1, a reactor that has been offline since 2019, as it plans to supply carbon-free power to a Microsoft data center and resume operations by 2028. The review will assess water quality+ air quality and update permits, with the company aiming to submit a detailed report in October for NRC evaluation. WITF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On March 15, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture inspected several Cumberland County restaurants and found multiple food safety violations—Midstate Taco in Lemoyne had live cockroaches on display while Bagel Lovers and Red Barn Produce did not meet food safety standards. Corrections were made on site and some establishments passed as risk-based inspections continue across the region. WITF
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Mid-Penn Conference girls ended the 2024-25 swim season as the top scorers after the PIAA championships finished on March 15 at Bucknell University’s Kinney Natatorium. Waynesboro’s Eve Phillips competed in the 100 free finals during the meet—adding to the season’s standout team performance. PennLive
- ➤ A report on Pa. high school football’s biggest stock risers for the week of March 15-21 highlighted emerging talents such as Lucas Shanafelt, Terrance Smith, and Mid-Penn players — it also noted that Penn State recruits Terry Wiggins and Maxwell Hiller visited during a November 9, 2024 White Out game against Washington. PennLive
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Passion Into Profit Workshop
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — East Shore Area Library — Free entry — Explore ways to transform your passions into profitable ventures in a community-friendly setting.
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Live Dead & Brothers Concert
7:30-10:00 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating blend of psychedelic blues and jam band roots with Live Dead and Brothers.
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All Breed Dog Shows
All day — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Admission varies — Watch 201 AKC breeds compete in conformation shows over five days of dog shows.
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The Record Company Live
7-9 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the energetic live performance by The Record Company featuring a unique blend of rock and blues.
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Blue October Live Concert
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the alt-rock sounds of platinum-selling band Blue October as they perform live.
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Community Night at FNB Field
4-8 p.m. — FNB Field — Free entry — Celebrate local baseball and school spirit at this annual community event.
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Octave Cat Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — $ — Experience a fusion of modular synths and electric piano influenced by late 70s vibes.
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Buckethead Live Concert
8:30-10 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds of acclaimed guitarist Buckethead in an unforgettable performance.
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Bumpin Uglies Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Check online for ticket prices — Experience the reggae-punk-ska vibes from Bumpin Uglies' new album, Lyrics Over Everything.
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