Volunteers put red sand in sidewalk cracks at the Capitol to recognize victims of human trafficking who often “slip through the cracks.”

Our August magazine dropped this week, with a special focus on youth and schools. Grab a copy at one of our many distribution locations or read online. But first, catch up on this week’s news, below.

“Back 2 School Drive 4 Success,” run by Renewal by Andersen and Harrisburg-based All You Can Inc., is currently accepting donations of school supplies for students in need. Read our online story to find out how to give.

TheBurg has what’s called a “high-class problem”—we can’t seem to print enough copies to meet the huge demand for our monthly magazine. Our publisher shares some tips for how to secure a copy, here.

Community Corner has all of August’s special events happening in the Harrisburg area. For a full, comprehensive list of music, art and cultural events this month, read our Happenings section.

Jones’ Resources, Harrisburg City Council and the city will host the first annual Destry “Des” Mangus Classic Basketball Tournament on Aug. 10 and 11 at Reservoir Park, our online story reported. The event honors a longtime coach and volunteer in the community.

Live music is hot, hot, hot this month in Harrisburg. Our concert reviewer shares her must-see shows.

National Night Out will return to Harrisburg next week with games, food and music on City Island, our online story reported. The event will give community members a chance to interact with city first responders.

Orville Peck performed in Riverfront Park as part of HU Presents’ summer concerts series this past weekend. According to our reviewer, “Peck gave concertgoers a night full of unbridled energy and authenticity.”

Our publisher shares the results of a community listening tour that TheBurg has been on. We have asked residents about the community and about TheBurg, and what they had to say has been interesting.

The Red Sand Project came to the state Capitol steps this week, with volunteers filling cracks in the sidewalk with red sand to raise awareness for human trafficking victims who have been overlooked, or “slipped through the cracks.” In our online story, find out more about the event, hosted by Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect and Children’s Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania.

Roads near the PA Farm Show Complex closed on Wednesday for a rally held by former President Donald Trump, we reported.

Sara Bozich has concert, restaurant and event recommendations for this weekend in Harrisburg, here.

Visit Hershey & Harrisburg released its Harrisburg Arts District app, which allows visitors and locals to more easily find arts-related venues and events in the city. In our online story, find out how it works.

Watson’s Wish financially helps pet owners when they need life-saving care for their furry friends, our magazine story reported. Jessica Beninsky launched the nonprofit in 2022 and has since helped dogs in central and northeastern Pa.

Whitaker Center’s “Girls in STEAM” program received a $35,000 grant from Comcast to help the program continue its career exploration opportunities for youth, our online story reported. “Girls in STEAM” promotes digital literacy and skill-building.

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