Good morning, Harrisburg.

Friends of Peace Church will take over Peace Church (built in 1798-1799 and preserved in its original form) in Hampden Township after Gov. Shapiro signed legislation on July 20, with the sale closing this year.

The state is making repairs while volunteers plan to host concerts, weddings and services there.

Rite Aid closures have left empty stores across central Pa being repurposed by discount outlets and restaurants; some spaces in Camp Hill and Harrisburg opened last week and more will soon be leased (including Dollar Tree and Goodwill).

Harrisburg University is shifting from relying on international graduate students to recruiting local undergraduates amid financial pressures and tighter immigration rules, announced new president Chris Reber in a Friday interview.

The school plans to work with local community colleges to boost domestic enrollment.

Parents should complete required health exams, vaccine updates and dental checks for children entering key grades before school starts today according to pediatrician Dr. Joni Seeberger at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, and keep sick kids home to prevent illness spread.

Capital Blue Cross explains how small business owners in Harrisburg can compare health insurance plans by evaluating premiums, deductibles, and provider networks to support employee wellbeing, and advises employers with 50 or fewer full-time staff to assess overall value for future renewals.

Construction began on West Luxe, a new 213-unit apartment community on Hunter Lane in East Pennsboro Township near Camp Hill at the former Rite Aid headquarters.

Managed by Triple Crown Corporation with Eli Kahn, the project includes smart home features + upscale amenities and will finish in Q4.