Good morning, Harrisburg.

Ollie's Bargain Outlet said it will open 75 new stores this year after acquiring 63 former Big Lots locations to expand its market presence.

The retailer explained that the expansion will strengthen its competitive position and boost shareholder returns.

A retired pastor in Cumberland County, Stephen Melton, was formally arraigned Monday morning in a human trafficking investigation after admitting to paying for sex acts at GL Massage in Carlisle — his pre-trial conference is set for May 12.

Michael Choma, 45, from Mount Joy operated a sex trafficking ring from 2017 to 2021 in Dauphin and Cumberland counties by exploiting five women—aged 18 to 22—using drugs and threats to force them into sex with paying men, and he now faces 73 charges including 63 felonies for human trafficking and sexual assault.

Penbrook Borough and Susquehanna Township settled a federal civil rights case with 24-year-old Jasmine Malseed after she said an officer kicked in her door while she was in her bath towel in August 2021 — officials agreed to pay her $225,000 to resolve claims that police searched her home without a warrant.

Pennsylvania high schools will require a personal finance course for graduation starting in the 2026-27 school year—this rule follows surveys showing that 85% of high schoolers want to learn money skills and is already popular at schools like Northeast High.

Teacher Steve Novosel and his students say the class gives them lessons they will use after high school.

York County’s ECHO program added 854 new child care openings this past year as grants funded upgrades, new equipment, and even teacher aides at centers like Jack & Jill Nursery, which now faces a waitlist for its new infant room.

Stakeholders warned that the funding will run out at the end of 2026—so state lawmakers are urged to create a long-term solution to the ongoing child care shortage.

Mayor Wanda Williams and Police Commissioner Thomas Carter demanded immediate action at Harmony Tower on North Second Street where residents have lived without hot water for nearly four months, with many being seniors or medically compromised.

City Codes Director Anne Montgomery said her team has begun inspecting each unit and will start fining apartments without service today while Lynd Management awaits a $58,000 loan to complete repairs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Community Night at FNB Field

4-8 p.m. — FNB Field — Free entry — Celebrate local baseball and school spirit at this annual community event.

Octave Cat Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — $ — Experience a fusion of modular synths and electric piano influenced by late 70s vibes.

Buckethead Live Concert

8:30-10 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds of acclaimed guitarist Buckethead in an unforgettable performance.

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.