Good morning, Harrisburg.

An 11-year-old from Juniata County lost his right hand when an alligator attacked him while fishing on June 27 in Florida, and he is now recovering at a hospital in Hershey with help from family and local donors (support from Helping Hands of Juniata County and nearby teams).

A market analysis by Food Trade News revealed that Giant, based in Carlisle, led central Pa. supermarkets by capturing 54.41% of sales in a $4.3B market from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, while other chains trailed in performance.

Maryland-based Realterm and the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority announced plans to build a 105,000 sqft cargo facility at Harrisburg International Airport in Lower Swatara Township near Middletown; the facility will have eight airside drive-in doors, 40 landside loading docks and over 180 parking spots to meet diverse cargo needs.

Lower Allen Township’s former BJ’s Wholesale now sports a Freedom Fuel sign and sells gas at $3.47 per gallon after ACR Property LLC purchased the site in April; a White House social media post on Tuesday, July 08 noted the private discount (not a government program) amid higher local prices.

Pennsylvania has ranked 13th in CNBC’s top states for business, its highest position in 15 years, after reforms in permitting — and steps to reduce the Corporate Net Income Tax — spurred growth.

Governor Shapiro and the PA Chamber expect continued progress to draw more investment.

PASSHE’s board approved a $172 per semester tuition increase for 2026-27 that will be credited if $652 million in state funds is received + it is exploring three-year degrees to attract more students while setting a $1.7 billion budget with a $31 million deficit across 14 campuses.

Dr. Christopher M. Reber (HU's fourth president) reintroduced himself in a video and held a Town Hall meeting (on his first day) to outline plans for monthly sessions and community events like Pizza with the President as he begins a listening tour across the region.

Spotted lanternflies are beginning their seasonal life cycle in Pennsylvania with nymphs growing larger and redder in July and adults expected by August (local officials urge residents to report sightings and remove host trees).

City Council vice president Lamont Jones announced Harrisburg received $94,772 in unclaimed property this Thursday from PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity; residents are urged to search for unclaimed money – more than $41 million is owed – and a helping event will be held on Aug.

8 at Hamilton Health Center.

Drivers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike will face a 3.5% toll increase starting Jan.

3, 2027, after the Turnpike Commission announced the change this week.

Halden Horizons Group plans to turn a long-vacant former publishing house on N.

13th St. into a 12-unit apartment building — with a 15-space parking lot and two affordable units — pending Harrisburg City Council approval.

The Hershey Bears released their 2026-27 regular season schedule on Thursday, detailing home and away game matchups that promise an exciting season for local hockey fans.

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.

The String Cheese Incident Live

7:00 – 8:45 PM — Riverfront Park — Tickets available — Experience an evening with pioneers of live music and innovative band culture.