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Harrisburg
Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Rescuers using a drone found a York County dog with a pretzel jar stuck on its head and brought her to a veterinary clinic for urgent care—she is suffering from dehydration and tick infestations and has been named Dallas. WGAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Foundation for Enhancing Communities announced it will distribute over $140k in arts grants to 35 nonprofits from Dauphin, Cumberland, York, Franklin, Lebanon, and Perry counties—funding free performances, arts education, and cultural events for underserved residents. FOX43
- ➤ Olivia’s from Gettysburg and Jennifer Brillhart of the York County Food Bank visited FOX43 kitchen to preview a smoked pork chop dish with cauliflower smash and dragon fruit drizzle ahead of the Iron Chef Competition. The event will be held on Aug. 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wyndridge Farm in Dallastown—drawing local food fans to live culinary action. FOX43
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dauphin County General Authority sold the 228-acre Dauphin Highlands golf course for $45.6 million to a Dallas firm that will build a data center if approved—golfers will still play until work may begin after December 2027 as some voiced concerns while others welcomed the change. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health insurance premiums will likely rise nearly 20% in 2026 — analysts predict steep cost increases next year. Hurricane Erin is expected to affect parts of the state, new home building costs remain high — and Hawk Mountain has opened its fall migration season. 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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Shooting Star 5k Run and Walk for Life
7:00-11:30 a.m. — City Island Carousel — Registration fee applies — Participate in a vibrant community run and walk event for a worthy cause.
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