Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Harrisburg University and Select Medical unveiled a new Doctor of Physical Therapy program at UPMC Health Sciences Tower on Thursday.
The hybrid program lets working professionals earn their degree while staying in their community.
Maintenance crews will patch pavement on the John Harris Memorial Bridge + the ramp to I-283 at the Eisenhower Interchange on Saturday, Mar.
28 and Sunday, Mar. 29; PennDOT advises drivers to follow detour routes and expect delays.
Harrisburg officials report that a court-appointed receiver’s revitalization plan is making progress at the Governor’s Square housing complex, with eight units restored and eight more expected by Memorial Day — though several homes remain boarded up.
Drivers on Route 30 should plan for overnight repairs as PDOT will begin work on eastbound lanes in Hellam Township at 7 p.m. Sunday.
Work will continue until mid-summer and then switch to westbound lanes, with barrier work on the Cool Springs Road bridge through late spring.
State Sen. Lisa Boscola will propose a 60-day suspension of Pennsylvania’s 57+cent gas tax to ease rising fuel prices from the war in Iran; the proposal may use bonds to cover revenue losses for infrastructure projects and follows similar measures taken during the Ukraine conflict.
WellSpan Health will expand its Medicare ACO with Penn Highlands Healthcare in January to add about 4,900 patients and boost coordinated care in the region.
The expansion will aim to lower overall costs and enhance care quality for more Medicare recipients.
Lemoyne-based Campbell Commercial Partners finalized the sale of a 4,000 sqft investment property at 49 Prince Street in Harrisburg on March 26.
AFC Urgent Care has leased the building for four years and Jonestown Realty Partners II LLC purchased it as an investment.
Central Dauphin High School hosted a parade after The Rams defeated the Imhotep Charter Panthers over the weekend to win the PIAA Class 6A state title — officials say the celebration honors the team's effort.
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.
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.
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.
The Four Horsemen - Tribute to Metallica
8:00-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets available — Experience the thunderous tribute to Metallica with precise riffs and high-energy performances.
Plants & Pints Festival
1-5 p.m. — Strawberry Square — $20.00 — Celebrate community spirit with food and drink at this culinary festival.
Dave Matthews Tribute Band
8:30-10:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets vary — Celebrate the music of the Dave Matthews Band in a nostalgic 90’s atmosphere.
The Weeknd Night Dance Party
8-11 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant beats of The Weeknd at this exciting dance party for adults.
Singer's Lounge
6-10 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — $35 VIP, $30 Reserved Seating — Celebrate a decade of R&B and Soul with local artists at this lively showcase.
Spring Student Entrepreneur Showcase
11 AM - 2 PM — Capital Union Building (CUB) — Free entry — Explore innovative student-run business ventures and enjoy a taco bar while networking.
Railroad Earth Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info unavailable — Experience a captivating performance by Railroad Earth in a vibrant atmosphere.
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