Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Swatara Township are searching for 15-year-old ZaBrea Richardson—who was last seen leaving her home on August 4 at 11:30 a.m. PennLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials confirmed that reconstruction for the Broad Street Market will begin on September 30—over two years after a July 10 fire destroyed the historic brick building and displaced vendors. New renderings show plans for an East Plaza and a Central Plaza where vendors will gather. Local 21 News
- ➤ After weeks-long efforts to fix discolored water, Veolia Water said complaints have almost completely dropped off while a few calls about bill increases were reported - the company noted that annual hydrant flushing in parts of Lower Paxton Township may cause brief water discoloration. Local 21 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ This summer, Pennsylvania home prices rose 6.5% from last year to reach a record median of $325,000 in June, leaving many first-time buyers with few options as sales slow and inventory remains low. Local real estate experts said lower interest rates may ease the tough competition in the future — but buying a home remains a challenge today. PennLive
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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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All-4-One Concert
8-11 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Check the site for ticket info — Relive the magic of timeless love songs from the iconic group All-4-One.
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All-4-One Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless love songs of All-4-One live in concert.
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Reggae in the Vineyard
12-7 p.m. — The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey — General Admission and VIP tickets available — Enjoy a day of reggae music, food trucks, and great vibes among the vines.
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Nicks in Time: Tribute to Stevie Nicks
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Tickets start at $53 — Experience a tribute to the iconic Stevie Nicks.
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