Good morning, Lancaster.

Warmer weather has led to several ice sculptures being dismantled for safety at the Lititz Fire & Ice Festival at Lititz Springs Park—organizers removed displays like Mickey Mouse as wind and sun weakened the ice.

The 10-day festival runs from Feb. 13 through Feb. 22.

The Manheim Township School District board placed superintendent Dr. Pate-Hefty on administrative leave on Wednesday.

She began her role in July 2025 and previously led Whitewater Unified (the board has not provided additional details).

The Pennsylvania DEP has issued a code orange air quality alert for Lancaster, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lebanon, and York counties as fine particle pollution increased overnight and is expected to worsen today due to a temperature inversion.

Sensitive citizens—children, older adults, those with asthma or heart disease—should limit outdoor exertion.

Addison Fatta, a Wrightsville native (trained at Prestige Gymnastics in Lancaster), scored a perfect 10 on vault last Friday that helped the Sooners defeat Florida; she will boost the undefeated team's bid for a repeat national championship when they host LSU Friday.

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.

The Drifters, The Platters, and Cornell Gunter's Coasters

3-6 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of classic hits from rock and roll legends.

David Nail Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Tellus 360 — Tickets start at $153 — Experience an unforgettable night with country music star David Nail.

Air Supply Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic harmonies and timeless hits of Air Supply live in concert.

Lamb Of God Album Release Celebration

5-6 p.m. — Dreaming Human — Buy Tickets — Celebrate the release of a 10th album at the record store with exclusive activities.

Mark Lowry Concert

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor and musical talent of Mark Lowry, famed for his iconic Christmas song.

Art Battle Lancaster

6:30-10 p.m. — West Art — Auction admission — Experience a thrilling live painting competition with local artists and a chance to bid on unique artworks.

Riverdance

8-11 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the mesmerizing choreography and classic Irish music in this worldwide phenomenon.

Zenkaikon 2026

7:15-8 p.m. — Lancaster County Convention Center — Cost not specified — Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of anime, manga, gaming, and fantasy culture.