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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A free farmers market held on Wednesday at Hamilton Health Center in Steelton provided over 8,000 pounds of fresh food to residents in need, organized by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank & two other groups. Program manager Michael Callaghan said the event eased food cost worries with no questions asked. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning opened its third center in Middletown Tuesday to provide free early childhood education for 150 local children from underserved backgrounds. The 48,692-square-foot facility with 12 classrooms is part of a $350 million expansion plan that will add three more centers in the coming years — increasing access to quality education for local families. TheBurg
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will host a virtual public meeting to discuss plans for restarting the facility at Three Mile Island—now known as the Crane Clean Energy Center. FOX43
- ➤ A PennDOT crew in Dauphin County begins work today on a structure along Powells Valley Road that has been closed since May to remove the old span, install a new concrete pipe and end walls, restore the stream and resurface the roadway—motorists must use a detour via Route 225, Rutter Road and Enders Road—while the project is expected to take five to six weeks. PennLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Derek King is the new head coach for the Hershey Bears — he played in the NHL and coached with the Chicago Blackhawks. The team’s season starts on Oct. 11. Local 21 News
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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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Dauphin County Jazz & Wine Festival 2025
3-9 p.m. — The Centennial Barn — Admission details pending — Celebrate with national jazz acts, local wines, and a vibrant atmosphere.
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