Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Today the Farm Show Complex hosts the Eastern Alpaca Jamboree featuring 350 alpacas from 93 farms across 15 states—visitors may see the animals judged on physical traits and fleece quality while browsing alpaca toys, clothing and art.
A crash with minor injuries was reported on Eisenhower Boulevard near Highland Street in Swatara Township—Dauphin County police and fire departments are on the scene and motorists are advised to use caution due to potential traffic delays.
On April 4 at 4:35 p.m., a silver Dodge minivan taxi crashed into a concrete wall near Jonestown Road and Earl Avenue in Lower Paxton Township—killing two occupants, including driver Calvin Haivor, 65, and sending a third to Hershey Medical Center.
Detectives said that after witnesses noted his slurred speech and they recovered his wrecked SUV, 53-year-old county commissioner George Hartwick admitted to drinking a half-bottle of vodka before driving to the county building, yet he was not arrested—letting him avoid an automatic 12-month driver's license suspension.
Suspended Dauphin County Judge Sonya McKnight—charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting her boyfriend—will begin her trial tomorrow at 9 a.m. in Dauphin County with Cumberland County prosecutors leading the case.
Hundreds of high schoolers attended Steelton-Highspire High School Career Fair last Friday — 30 local organizations including colleges, an airline, police and manufacturers offered students the chance to ask questions and network with potential employers.
The event jump-started their career planning.
After federal DOGE cuts shuttered about 425 Army Corps campsites including those at Raystown Lake, reservations at state parks rose by 30% overall—with Trough Creek State Park rising 189%—and officials urged visitors to plan ahead; the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources now manages 124 parks with over 7,000 campsites. This move comes as staffing shortages continue to affect Army Corps operations on the lake.
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.
An Evening with Clive Carroll - Acoustic Guitar Master
10 PM - 2 AM — The Manor on Front — Ticketed — Experience an enchanting night of acoustic guitar mastery by Clive Carroll.
Seventh Annual Taste of Jazz Concert
5-8 p.m. — Susquehanna Art Museum — $85 per ticket — Celebrate diverse cultures with jazz sounds, food, and community spirit at this fundraising event.
Garden Faire
10 AM – 4 PM — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Free admission — Celebrate the start of the festival season with family-friendly activities and live demonstrations.
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