Today
in Lancaster
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rev. Stefanie Adkins became the first female pastor in Bethel AME's 208-year history in Lancaster after receiving the call in June following eight years at other churches. Her family celebrated the historic moment (although some congregation members expressed concerns about the change). WGAL
- ➤ Vista Autism Services announced it will soon expand its Adult Employment Services program to York County, offering workplace support to adults with autism through job coaching and career guidance + integrated employment opportunities with local businesses. FOX43
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After months of renovations, the Dutch Wonderland Inn in East Lampeter Township held a ribbon-cutting and is set to open alongside the theme park this weekend. The inn features family-friendly rooms, a game room, and both outdoor and year-round indoor pools (with a water slide). WGAL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Food truck vendors in Lancaster County face higher fuel costs as gas prices nearly rose $1.80 to $3.95 per gallon, straining budgets and causing vendors like Justin Ilkhanoff (owner of Traveling J's Food Truck) to pay over $500 monthly and hope for lower prices before summer. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McCaskey High School is searching for its oldest living alum as it celebrates nearly a century of history in Lancaster. Two candidates, 101-year-old Harold Shartle Jr. and Jeanne Creswell, have been identified and will be honored at an October banquet. WGAL
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
March 27-29 — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Registration required — Experience a vibrant weekend of dance competitions and awards with family-friendly fun.
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Sports Card Show & Auction
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Ephrata Recreation Center — $7.00 for adults, $2.00 for students — Discover sports memorabilia and get autographs from NFL legends while supporting local youth programs.
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Spring Eggstravaganza - Egg Hunt and Goat Snuggling
1-3 p.m. — Tiny Town — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate Spring with a calm and enjoyable indoor Easter Egg Hunt and goat snuggling experience for families.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
7:30-10:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating tale of Simon & Garfunkel with stunning visuals and a live performance.
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Background Investigations for Police Applicants Course
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Lancaster County Public Safety Training Center — $445 per attendee — A thorough course designed to improve the hiring process for police applicants through effective background investigations.
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Bowman's Fire Co Benefit Featuring Ironwood Drive Band
5:15-9:15 p.m. — Gehmans Mennonite School — Entry details not provided — Enjoy bluegrass music with powerful harmonies from Lancaster's own Ironwood Drive.
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Sean Donnelly Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — West Art Lancaster — Limited tickets — Enjoy a night of laughter with NYC comedian Sean Donnelly who has appeared on major networks.
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The Concert - A Tribute to ABBA
3-6 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of ABBA with an all-Swedish cast in one of the top tribute shows worldwide.
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