Good morning, Harrisburg.

Mayor Wanda Williams announced a fireworks display on July Fourth at Riverfront Park with more than 70 officers to secure the event, while food trucks serve from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.

Dauphin Highlands Golf Course in Swatara Township will close on Oct.

12 as the property is sold to a firm for a data center, and members can pick up refund checks starting Oct. 1 or opt for store credits by completing a form at the pro shop beginning July 13.

Harrisburg-based Honey Bear Ice Cream at Broad Street Market has been selected as one of ten vegan stops on PETA’s Nice Cream Trail — a summer event where the first local visitor who completes all stops by the end of August wins a vegan ice cream party with the IScream truck for up to 50 guests.

Harrisburg-based Mette, Attorneys at Law expanded its family law practice by hiring Camp Hill-based Cognetti Law Group, including noted attorney Maria P.

Cognetti. The firm unified its services across offices on July 1, ensuring clients retain full representation continuity.

Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 will roll through central Pa. on July 7 and 8, with watch parties in Lebanon and Lewistown – the events offer locals a chance to see the only operating locomotive of its kind as part of its 7,000-mile tour celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday.

Susquehanna Art Museum unveiled Helen’s Courtyard, a 3,000 sqft community space outside its Education Center, on June 25.

The area will be completed by July 31 and host Coffee and Art on Sept. 26 at noon, offering art classes, school programs & receptions.

On Wednesday, July 1, Harrisburg University said its dean, Roozbeh Sadeghian (noted for his work in machine learning and noninvasive healthcare screening), was elevated to IEEE Senior Member for his technical expertise and leadership.

The Harrisburg school board approved the 2026-27 budget with a 1.5% property tax increase Tuesday that brings in $227.1 million.

The board then voted not to staff Rowland Academy — keeping the building available for future use if consolidation plans change.

A petition is urging the district attorney to file charges against the school facility dog handler after the animal died in a hot car, with local residents calling for accountability.

Revenue Secretary Pat Browne said Pennsylvania finished its fiscal year with $48.9 billion in General Fund collections (2.4% above estimates), driven by robust sales, income, and corporation tax receipts.

On July 1, UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute earned the highest three-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for its cardiac surgery outcomes at its central Penn locations, marking a decade of consistent recognition in coronary bypass, mitral valve, and combined procedures.

July 4th Food Truck Festival and Fireworks

1-9 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with 40 food trucks and live music as fireworks light up the night sky.

Rick Springfield Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — PENN Heroes Stage — Enjoy an evening with the Grammy-winning artist who defined power-pop in the ’80s.

The Jellybricks Live

7-11 p.m. — McGrath's Pub — Check venue for cost — Enjoy a night of classic rock with The Jellybricks, a band that embodies persistence and passion.

The Swisher Sweets 10-Year Anniversary

7 p.m. — XL Live — Free show — Celebrate a decade of music with surprise performances by local favorites The Swisher Sweets and guests.

Guns N' Roses Concert

6:25-7:55 p.m. — Hersheypark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying rock anthems from the legendary Guns N' Roses live.