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Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Madame Rochéle’s Apothecary will open early May at N. 2nd and Locust downtown, offering cocktails, small plates, and charcuterie with non-alcoholic drinks; on Sundays it turns into a tea house with baked goods from Anna Rose Bakery (marking Justin Browning’s fifth business). TheBurg
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvanian First Ladies and women gathered on Wednesday at the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg to honor Women’s History Month — the event featured a panel discussion with current and former first ladies and raised funds for a $250,000 scholarship program. FOX43
- ➤ Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto shows at the GIANT Center in Hershey this weekend with performances today at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m. and additional shows on Sunday, featuring elite skaters and pre-show character experiences with Elsa and Mirabel; tickets are available from Hershey Entertainment. FOX43
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that gas prices in Pennsylvania reached about $3.95 per gallon on Friday, March 27, after nearly 29 consecutive days of increases + rising fuel costs could soon lead to higher transportation and everyday prices. Local 21 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg University and Select Medical welcomed 52 (from 12 states) students to their new Doctor of Physical Therapy program on March 26 with a lab immersion and kickoff breakfast on campus as the cohort began hands-on training and collaboration. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 100,000 checks totaling nearly $23 million are being mailed to Pennsylvania residents as the first round of Money Match checks in 2026, the state treasury said. State Treasurer Stacy Garrity urged residents to cash their checks when they arrive. WGAL
- ➤ PennDOT installed warning signs on I-81 to keep tractor-trailers off Front Street because the route poses a risk to a low-clearance Amtrak bridge near UPMC. Rep. Nate Davidson requested the signs to ease truck congestion in downtown and improve safety for local residents. WGAL
- ➤ State Sen. Gene Yaw proposed new legislation making smoking in vehicles with children 12 or younger a ticketable offense in Pennsylvania; the measure would apply to all smoking devices & follows CDC findings linking secondhand smoke to asthma, infections and sudden infant death syndrome. WGAL
- ➤ In Dauphin County, conflicting reports say TMI Unit One will begin partial grid delivery in the second half of 2027 (with full connection expected later) while PJM Interconnection predicts complete grid deliverability in 2031. WGAL
- ➤ PennDOT will repair pavement on Route 11/15 from Market Street to Haldeman Street in Wormleysburg next week on Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.—the road will be reduced to one lane, so drivers must use caution. FOX43
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Allison Condran from Brookdale Grandon Farms in Mechanicsburg said the community gives residents a voice in planning care, offering personal and memory care + amenities like Creekview Park and pet-friendly apartments. She stressed early financial planning and resident input to create a welcoming home. Central Penn Business Journal
- ➤ WellSpan Health held an outreach at Tony's Barbershop, where staff shared personal stories to encourage colorectal cancer screening among local businesses. The program aims to promote preventive care in the community. FOX43
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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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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.
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Plants & Pints Festival
1-5 p.m. — Strawberry Square — $20.00 — Celebrate community spirit with food and drink at this culinary festival.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Pink Talking Fish Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish!
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