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in Lancaster
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food pantries are restocking after last weekend's winter storm delayed truck deliveries and boosted local food demand. Leaders say icy roads and rising energy costs have forced families to choose between food and heat. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USPS announced that after the recent snowstorm, mail delivery in Lancaster may be delayed as carriers navigate icy sidewalks and snow-covered streets. Homeowners are urged to keep clear paths to their mailboxes so carriers can safely complete deliveries or retry the next day. WGAL
- ➤ Manheim Township approved a plan to establish its own EMS service on March 1 with a 26-member team and new equipment — full service is expected by Jan. 2027. Grotto Pizza will open this summer as customer feedback prompted the expansion. WGAL
- ➤ Gov. Shapiro is urging the state legislature to pass a bill that will require schools to keep cellphones stored during class time—continuing a policy from 2024. The move aims to create a learning environment free from distractions. WGAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FDA officials linked a salmonella outbreak to moringa leaf powder used in superfood supplements and urged those in Pennsylvania with products expiring between Aug. 2026 and July 2028 to discard them. The investigation follows reports of 65 illnesses across 28 states, with Pennsylvania recording one to two cases. FOX43
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lancaster Stormers will debut alternate uniforms—the Red Roses on Saturday, April 25 at Penn Medicine Park and the Road Apples on May 2—to celebrate Pennsylvania Dutch heritage; themed presentations and merchandise will accompany both identities as the full 2026 schedule comes soon. FOX43
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The Sixties Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant journey back to the 1960s with a live multimedia concert featuring iconic hits and captivating stage production.
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Brett Young Concert
8:00-10:00 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartfelt lyrics and smooth vocals of country star Brett Young live in concert.
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Unveiled: The Mystery Hat Reveal
6-9 p.m. — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Ticketed entry — Experience the thrill of handcrafted crochet hat reveals in a fun, interactive setting.
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Financial Budgeting Made Easy with SCORE Mentor Louis Davenport
7:30-9:00 a.m. — DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Lancaster — Free entry — Learn essential financial budgeting strategies and tools for growing your business.
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Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical night of romantic music performed by a live string quartet in a stunning candlelit atmosphere.
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Leading Ladies Summit
A full day of practical, high-quality education that helps women business owners think sharper, lead stronger, and make smarter decisions. Use code LLS26 for a $75 ticket.
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Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
6-7 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons played by a string quartet accompanied by candlelight.
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