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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lower Paxton Township police arrested 11 people during a fireworks event at Koons Park last Thursday—7 adults and 4 minors—on charges of aggravated assault, drug possession, evading arrest on foot, obstructing highways and underage possession of alcohol while investigators are probing a female who allegedly threw a firework into a crowd and recovered a BB gun that resembled a handgun. WGAL
- ➤ Detectives are investigating after police shot Kenneth Cox near Pine Street in Steelton on July 6 after he allegedly shot another man—Mayor Ciera Dent ordered the temporary shutdown of Soul Lounge on N. Front Street amid safety concerns as stray bullets hit a nearby car. Local 21 News
- ➤ A man was shot by police in Steelton after an altercation outside a nightclub — the incident occurred near Pine Street and River Alley at about 4 a.m. on Sunday, Mayor Ciera Dent said on Facebook. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a new law on June 30 that protects food donors by allowing them to give food past its best by date if an inspection shows it is safe for consumption — the change aims to help food banks and charities receive more nutritious donations and reduce waste. WITF
- ➤ Dauphin County Commissioner Justin Douglas announced Monday he launched an exploratory committee to test the waters for a run for Congress in PA’s 10th district in 2026—he will meet with local leaders to assess support and resources for the potential campaign. TheBurg
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Umphrey's McGee Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Check website for price — Experience the fun of Umphrey's McGee's Cruising Altitude 2025 Tour.
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Sunset Music & Movie Series
7-8:30 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Free entry — Experience a fantastic family-friendly performance featuring '100 Years of Broadway' in a picturesque park setting.
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PCTM 2025 Conference: Math in Motion
5:00 PM – 4:30 PM — Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center — Group discounts available — Explore how math empowers educators to transform learning.
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Mecum Auto Auction
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bidding on classic cars while supporting a charitable cause.
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Mecum Auto Auction Event
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Tickets available through a resale marketplace — A chance to bid on unique vehicles and support a good cause.
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Afrosoul Latin Fest
5-10 p.m. — Reservoir Park — Free entry — Close out the summer series with high-energy rhythms and a night of dancing.
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Russell Dickerson Concert
7-9 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Russell Dickerson as part of the Dauphin County Live Concert Series.
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Michael Carbonaro Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro from truTV's The Carbonaro Effect.
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