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Harrisburg
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday at 2:37 a.m., a house fire displaced 11 people in East Pennsboro Township when residents tried fighting the blaze with fire extinguishers and buckets before crews arrived—no one was hurt and the American Red Cross is helping those affected while investigators work to determine the cause. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Private funding from foundations, a health system and United Way created hundreds of new child care spots in York County through ECHO grants that helped centers like Jack & Jill open new infant rooms, boosting options for local working families. Supporters say the funding will run out by the end of 2026—lawmakers are urged to find a lasting fix for low wages and provider shortages. WITF
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania Money Match is sending more than $1.7 million in refunds to over 7,000 residents today as Treasury automatically returns unclaimed funds. The program was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year (ensuring checks reach rightful owners). Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, legislators and groups including PlayPA for Charity, the VFW Department of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania State Elks Association and the Pennsylvania Moose Association met at the State Capitol to discuss modernizing the state’s Small Games of Chance Law — a law that lets organizations run paper-based games to support their missions. Representatives said a modernized law could double non-profit revenue — a change aimed at boosting support for these community programs. FOX43
- ➤ In Pennsylvania, a new report reveals that the average state-owned bridge is over 50 years old — county-by-county rankings along the Susquehanna Valley show differences in condition. WGAL
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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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