Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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