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Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Health technology company Philips will expand its Mifflin County facility by adding 24,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 40,000 square feet of warehouse space—this expansion is expected to create 120 new jobs and is part of a planned investment of over $150M in U.S. manufacturing and research and development. PennLive
- ➤ The Plant Witch is opening a boutique in Strawberry Square with houseplants, crystals, and tarot—bringing community events like pot painting workshops and bingo nights. A ribbon cutting is on Aug. 25 and the grand opening will take place on Aug. 30. Central Penn Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Pennsylvania man is suing two state troopers after he spent two weeks in Rikers Island Jail—following a July 31 traffic stop in Dauphin County where officers mistakenly charged him with drug possession when he said the white powder was baking soda and charges were later dropped. PennLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hershey High School topped the region's rankings in the annual U.S. News & World Report Best High School Rankings that were released Tuesday—ahead of Cumberland Valley and Camp Hill Senior High Schools. The rankings, based on state assessments and graduation rates from the 2022-2023 school year, come as Pennsylvania public school funding remains in limbo due to a state budget dispute. PennLive
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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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All American Dairy Show
Various times — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Admission fees vary — Experience nearly 2,000 top dairy cattle from across the U.S. and Canada during this premier showcase.
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Crash and Cross Live at The Doghouse
7 PM – 1 AM — The DogHouse — Free entry — Experience an evening of acoustic tunes with Central PA's favorite duo.
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