Ward of Health cut the ribbon on its new downtown Harrisburg location.
We’ve made it to the end of another week in Harrisburg, and we’ve been here to cover the local news. In case you missed any of our reporting, make sure you get up to speed by clicking the links, below.
Dauphin County announced the awardees of its annual gaming grant funds, our reporting found. To view the full list of projects that will receive funding, click here.
Dr. Charles Crampton broke racial barriers and rose to prominence in early 20th century Harrisburg, but not without setbacks and scrutiny, our magazine story reported. However, his local legacy is still seen through the youth he inspired.
Harrisburg City Council approved a contract with SitelogIQ to develop a five-year capital improvement plan, our reporting found. The company will evaluate the city’s buildings, facilities and energy utilization, among other assets and make recommendations.
Nyeusi Gallery has a new art director—local artist Steve Barber. In our magazine story, read about Barber and what it means for him to be the director of the area’s only dedicated Black art gallery.
Sara Bozich has found all of this weekend’s best events and has compiled them all here.
Schaedler Yesco Distribution, a Harrisburg-based company, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. In our magazine story, read about the history of the family-run electric supply business.
Shirley Rae’s ice cream shop recently opened in Lower Allen Township at Arcona, our magazine story reported. College sweethearts Rita Weiss and Peter Neavling reconnected later in life and opened the shop despite the pandemic and health issues.
The Susquehanna Art Museum is showcasing a rare collection of its art in the exhibit “From Mantel to Museum: The Eclectic Legacy of Patricia L. Murray,” our magazine story reported. The exhibit emphasizes the connection between art collectors, the museums they donate to and the communities they serve.
Veteran’s Grove, a community of tiny homes for unhoused veterans in Harrisburg, is nearing completion, our online story reported. This week, the project made progress as a local business volunteered its time and resources to install windows and doors on the 15 tiny houses.
Ward of Health cut the ribbon on its new downtown Harrisburg restaurant, our online story reported. The business, a former Broad Street Market vendor, offers plant-based menu items.
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