Good morning, Harrisburg.

At Stony Lawn Farms in Londonderry Township, Adam and Sarah Kopp rebuilt their barn using steel and new wiring after the 100-year-old structure burned last year—ensuring better safety and comfort for their animals.

Shippensburg University’s Small Business Development Center will expand its services to Dauphin County in 2026 to offer no-cost consulting and low-cost training to local small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Last year the center served 627 clients and supported 64 new businesses—backed by state and federal resources.

The latest report from the Pennsylvania Tourism Office shows that tourism generated $83.9 billion in economic impact in 2024 by supporting over 500,000 jobs, collecting $5 billion in taxes, and welcoming nearly 202 million visitors.

Governor Shapiro said the report highlights a $7 billion boost in tourism growth and that spending in Central Pennsylvania reached over $10.1 billion, with Dauphin and Lancaster counties leading — a sign of strong local economic support.

Central Dauphin East High School was evacuated Tuesday morning after smoke was reported in the building on Rutherford Road — students left before fire crews arrived.

Firefighters responded at 6:54 a.m. and later checked the HVAC units on the roof to locate the source of the smoke.

The Goddard School will open its second center in Mechanicsburg, adding 22 teaching jobs and serving about 180 young students in a new 13,800-square-foot facility.

The school will feature 10 classrooms, an indoor gym, a dramatic arts space, a STEM room, and outdoor areas—ensuring a safe and clean learning environment.

Veolia Water warned customers that discolored water — resulting from extra hydrant flushing required by the Pennsylvania DEP to check manganese levels — should not be used for drinking, washing, or preparing food; starting Saturday, about 10,000 customers in Lower Paxton will be advised to run cold water until it clears.

Lower Paxton Township hired its first paid firefighters to address a 16% rise in fire calls, assigning ten new staff to Colonial Park, Paxtonia, and Linglestown.

The recruits will begin shifts within four weeks—funded by an $8 monthly fire tax increase—to improve response times as staffing shortages continue.

West Shore Historical Society began rehabilitating the Sheepford Road bridge on Tuesday, Sept.

16, by clearing trees for a crane location — the 114‑foot bridge spans the Yellow Breeches Creek between Lower Allen and Fairview Townships and will be restored for pedestrian use by spring when its ownership transfers to the society.

The deadline to register for this fall’s municipal election is October 20th — residents must complete their registration to vote in upcoming contests.

Rep. Lisa Borowski will introduce a noise pollution bill that lets cities install noise camera systems at select intersections to spot violators—officials say the measure will help reduce health risks like hearing loss and sleep loss.

The lawmaker plans to give municipalities the option to act on growing noise concerns in our communities.

At UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. doctors explain that there is no simple screening test for ovarian cancer and most cases are found in advanced stages—women with family history, obesity, or other factors face higher risks.

Dr. Jacqueline Evans advises patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle, report unusual symptoms, and keep regular gynecologic appointments to stay informed about their health.

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.

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.

Fort Hunter Day Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Admission details not provided — Celebrate autumn with arts, crafts, games, and historic demonstrations.

Starting and Improving Farms Conference

10 AM-8 PM — Capital Union Building (CUB) — Register by September 15th — Explore innovative farming practices and network with industry experts.

Finger Eleven Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience a night of rock with Finger Eleven's unique sound and powerful hits.

Final Boss Big Band

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Kulkarni Theatre Parking — Ticket prices not specified — Experience an epic night of jazz reimagined from classic video game soundtracks.

Oteil Burbridge Live Performance

8:00–9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical magic of two-time Grammy winning bassist Oteil Burbridge in a night of unforgettable performances.

Pumsucculent Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Pre-registration required — Create cute succulent pumpkins for fall decor.

The Four Horsemen - Tribute to Metallica

8:00-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets available — Experience the only album-quality tribute to Metallica with The Four Horsemen.

Low Cut Connie Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience the energetic vibes of Low Cut Connie at this rock and pop concert.