Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of July.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Fans packed Hershey Stadium on Sunday despite a weather-related reschedule to enjoy Thomas Rhett and Niall Horan live—Rhett debuted his new tour song 'Sky Fall' while both artists closed with a joint performance mixing country and pop hits.
AAA data shows that on Monday, July 20, gas prices averaged $4.003 a gallon nationally amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict, with diesel at $5.11; local drivers in Harrisburg might soon see higher fuel costs as oil prices continue to rise.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate fell to 4.1% in June and nonfarm jobs reached a record high of 6.2 million.
The labor force grew by 17,000 (with notable gains in education, health and leisure) while the rate stayed below the national average.
The state announced that nine projects in Dauphin County will get $14 million in grants from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program — funding will upgrade Market Tower, Broad Street Market and local parks as part of a nearly $445 million investment statewide.
PennDOT will begin long-term traffic shifts, ramp detours and lane restrictions on Route 11/15 and I-81 near Exit 65 in East Pennsboro on Thursday, July 23, weather permitting.
The project covers concrete patching, lighting and signage updates and will last up to 90 days for some work and until June 15, 2027—promising safer travel.
Rabbittransit is updating its fare prices and launching the new RabbitPay system today on fixed routes across the region — riders using the app save 20 cents per ride while cash fares cost $2 and require exact change.
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.
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