Harrisburg mayoral candidates at a debate hosted by ABC27.
It’s your last chance to grab our April issue of the magazine before our May issue hits the stands. Don’t miss out on reading our special home and garden section for spring and then prepare for a mouth-watering May dining issue. In the meantime, catch up on this week’s news, below.
Autism Acceptance Month is in April and our story shines light on the topic locally. Several Harrisburg area organizations are working to raise awareness and improve support for neurodiverse families.
Country artist Russell Dickerson will take the stage in Harrisburg’s Riverfront Park this July as part of the Dauphin County Live Concert Series, our online story reported.
Dauphin County shared that its elections office has begun sending out mail-in ballots ahead of the May 20 municipal primary election, our online story reported. They have also deployed ballot drop boxes around the city.
Disability Pride Harrisburg festival celebrated community members with disabilities, as well as the grand opening of the Thrive CIL office, our online story reported. Thrive was formerly called the Center for Independent Living, however, the center has moved locations and rebranded.
Families this month should take time to explore the area’s rivers and bodies of water and get their hands in the mud. Our columnist has several fun ideas for how to teach kids about soil, wildlife and gardening.
Harrisburg couple Bruce and Eva Burchfield’s home renovation process was featured on a national television show. In our magazine story, read about the huge undertaking and historic transformation.
Mayoral candidates in Harrisburg participated in a televised debate this week, our online story reported. The five Democrats shared their stances on pressing issues and, while making jabs at each other.
Park Harrisburg announced that it would terminate use of its “LUVHBG” code on the Park Mobile app, which gave users four free hours of parking on Saturdays, our reporting found. The organization also noted that it is removing many of its pay stations as it transitions to an online platform.
Refugee resettlement has been significantly affected as the federal government has made changes. In our magazine story, we delve into the local impacts on resettlement agencies and how churches and volunteers are stepping up to help. To hear from several refugees themselves, read our online article.
Sara Bozich’s list of weekend happenings channels all things spring, with a flower bouquet bar, outdoor dining and neighborhood trash cleanups.
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