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Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The century-old Kipona Festival will take over the riverfront during Labor Day weekend with 25 food trucks, a drone show, and a Native American festival over three days. Organizers say the event will also offer live music, games, and other activities to celebrate the end of summer. PennLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Since July 23, Mecum Auctions has showcased 1,200 vehicles, 250 memorabilia items, and 25 motorcycles with some items over 100 years old at the Farm Show Complex until July 26; the event draws 10-20 times more early morning attendees than similar auctions with 500-600 people lining up—making it a unique destination for car enthusiasts. PennLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews responded to a shooting at the intersection of North 5th and Woodbine streets around 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 24 — officers are questioning residents and checking doors as the investigation continues. WGAL
- ➤ A Dauphin County judge sentenced a central Pa. couple for lying about who was driving and swapping seats after a 2:30 a.m. collision in March 2024 at an East Hanover Township intersection that killed Steelton father Nassan Campbell-Richardson — the judge criticized their actions as unforgivable. PennLive
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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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Fitz and The Tantrums Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sound of indie pop and neo-soul with Fitz and the Tantrums at the top of their game.
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