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Harrisburg
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Messiah University's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry mourned senior Brendan Heisey, 22, who was struck by a train near the south gate on Friday—officials confirmed he was pronounced dead on scene. Local 21 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Steelton-Highspire School District Superintendent Mick Iskric resigned—his last day is September 30—after his absence from start-of-year events highlighted tensions in the district. The board has named assistant superintendent Willie Slade as interim leader while it searches for a permanent replacement. ABC27
- ➤ Commonwealth Charter Academy, Pennsylvania’s largest K–12 public cyber charter school serving over 35,000 students, won a Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award for innovative educational video content—its in-house team produced engaging lessons—and the award was given by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences at a ceremony in Philadelphia. Central Penn Business Journal
- ➤ Last week, the Steelton-Highspire school board accepted Dr. Michael Iskric Jr.'s resignation, with his last day set for Sept. 30, and named Willie Slade as interim superintendent to keep schools stable. The board also approved a 4% salary increase for Slade and rescinded the raise for the assistant superintendent role and the business manager while focusing on the district's financial recovery. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Costco has recalled 3,314 pounds of Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke that may be unsafe because green onions could be contaminated with listeria. Customers should check and dispose of the recalled meals, which were sold in several stores & have a sell-by date of Sept. 22. PennLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pumsucculent Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Pre-registration required — Create cute succulent pumpkins for fall decor.
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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.
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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.
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Team Night at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show
6 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — $10.00 — Compete for prizes while enjoying thrilling equestrian competitions featuring top riders and horses.
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2025 Pennsylvania National Horse Show - Saturday Pass
6 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — $25 — Watch top equestrian athletes compete in the thrilling $100,000 Grand Prix de Penn National.
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Here Come The Mummies
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticketed entry — Experience the quirky Mummfest Tour featuring the energetic sound of Here Come The Mummies.
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