Good morning, Harrisburg.

Dauphin Highlands Golf Course closed after 33 years of play and its site is set to become an AI data center — a move to help settle a $13 million debt.

Families and local golfers share fond memories as the county sold the property to Harrisburg I LLC.

Founder Danny Albert brought community members together at a Harrisburg Senators game today to support recovery from addiction.

He organized the event to break stigma and promote hope, and he plans similar gatherings throughout the year (fostering local connection and support).

The Giant Company in Carlisle confirmed Monday that a cybersecurity attack forced it to take its website offline — the company said it is working to secure its systems while keeping stores open despite some e-commerce features being affected.

Developers are converting 333 Market St. into a 138-room Courtyard by Marriott hotel in the tallest building in Harrisburg — supported by $11 million in state funding — as part of a $64 million revitalization plan; the hotel is expected to open in September 2028.

Gas prices in Harrisburg dropped slightly on Oct.

12 to $4.29 a gallon but remain more than $1 higher than a year ago. Experts warn that supply challenges (including refinery updates) and global uncertainty mean further relief may not come soon.

Tec Centro Capital Region plans to convert a two-year idle garage at 1408 Susquehanna St into a welding and sheet metal fabrication training facility to help adults gain in-demand skills; however, a planning commission vote recommended denying the needed variance and a zoning hearing board is set for Oct. 19.

Between Oct. 2 and Oct.

9, state inspectors observed numerous food safety violations at Dauphin County establishments, including expired milk and unsanitary surfaces at Panera Bread and local schools (some issues were corrected on site). Officials said further action would follow.

Residents in Upper Allen Township opposed Veolia's plan for a water tower rising 100 feet at a Commissioners meeting on Oct.

7 (settlement measures include a tree buffer, decorative fencing and earth-toned paint) amid concerns it will lower property values. Township officials noted they lack legal power under state law.

Harrisburg City Council approved land development plans for four housing projects approved last month — including a 34 unit affordable project by TLC Capstone at Regina Street, an affordable co-op at Walnut Street, four Habitat for Humanity row homes on Jefferson Street and eight attached rowhomes on Logan Street.

Woda Cooper Companies plans to build a 67-unit affordable senior-living building at 1203 S-13th St. near Foose Elementary School, offering one-bedroom and two-bedroom units for residents aged 62 and older with on-site services.

The project is set for a zoning board review on Oct. 19.