Sprocket Mural Works artists paint a mural on the side of Zeroday on N. 3rd Street.
Is anyone else’s stomach growling after seeing our May issue’s cover? Just us? Pick up your copy of the magazine today, but you may want to have your favorite restaurant on speed dial. This month is our dining issue, and boy does it look good. Before you dig into the issue, catch up on our local news coverage, listed and linked, below.
Autism brings three local women together, in our magazine story. Heather Zimmerman, Kelly Long and Grace Long discuss the importance of bringing awareness to autism and how it has impacted their lives.
TheBurg received 22 individual and group Keystone media awards this week, the greatest number we have ever received. Take a look at our online article to see which stories won awards in this contest sponsored by the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation.
The Civic Club of Harrisburg is holding an online silent auction to raise funds after it was dealt a financial blow from COVID and recent vandalism, our reporting found. President Marybeth Lehtimaki hopes the community will support them in a time of need.
Dauphin County placed a ballot drop box in downtown Harrisburg in preparation for the upcoming municipal primary, our online story reported. Elections staff has begun to mail out almost 15,000 requested ballots for the May 18 primary, according to the county.
Denim Coffee Company plans to open at a new downtown Harrisburg location on Monday, our online story reported. The shop is the third to open in the state, with existing cafés in Carlisle and Chambersburg.
Dental health has improved over the years, but there is still much to do, according to Capital BlueCross. In a magazine article, health officials share tips for good dental hygiene.
Erik Arneson is known in the community for his past job with the state Office of Open Records and his current position with the Pennsylvania Treasury, but not as many know about his board game expertise. Read more about Arneson and his book “How to Host a Game Night” in our magazine story.
Friends of TheBurg celebrates its one-year anniversary this month. Our editor thanks the community for its continuous support, in his May Editor’s Note.
Lillie Williams, the interim director of the city Department of Building and Housing Development, has a passion for helping people find a safe place to stay. In our magazine story, she shares how her experience living in affordable housing helps her relate to those she serves.
Local “plant lady,” Sara Bozich, tells the story of her progression from accidentally killing plants to nurturing them. She has a few tips for fellow houseplant owners in a magazine story.
The mayoral race in Harrisburg is in full swing with six candidates on the ballot. We reached out to each candidate with two questions about their reasons for running and priorities. We have their answers, here.
Midtown Cinema plans to host a vaccine clinic next week, along with provider Rite Aid, our reporting found. According to the cinema, the clinic offers a “convenient location” for Harrisburg residents.
Schooling kids during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge, especially for children with special needs. In our magazine story, hear from local parents, students and educators who had to adapt in unique ways.
Sprocket Mural Works issued a call for artists this week as organizers prepare for the upcoming 2021 Harrisburg Mural Fest, our online story reported. The arts group will also begin a fundraising campaign for a mural that will be painted at Recycle Bicycle’s new location in Allison Hill.
Zimmerman’s Nuts & Candies has satisfied many sweet teeth in the century-plus that it’s been in business, our magazine story reported. The shop is small but big on variety, offering peanut butter, coffee, dried fruits and a large variety of candy.
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