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in Lancaster
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ York County farmer Jim Rexroth said he is open to a data center on his 541-acre farm but faces community pushback shown by roadside signs. He will speak at Conewago Township’s planning commission meeting on April 27 to start a dialogue. FOX43
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Giant plans a new grocery store at the former Martin’s Country Market site in Ephrata (after a four alarm fire two years ago). Construction at the intersection of West Main Street, Route 322 and Hackman Road will begin once permits are secured and more details are announced. Local 21 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Flinchbaugh’s Orchard in Hallam has 200,000 tulips blooming this spring, with public tulip picking open Monday through Saturday. Special events include Sunset and Sips on Fridays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and the Tulip Festival on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WGAL
- ➤ Country star Brad Paisley will join The Band Perry and Tyler Nance for a Memorial Day weekend concert on May 23 at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course’s PENN Heroes stage — a live event showcasing multiple generations of country music talent in central Pennsylvania. FOX43
- ➤ The restored Philadelphia style townhouse, once home to Frederick Muhlenberg, first speaker of the House, stands in Trappe as a tribute for America's 250th anniversary. Historic Trappe bought the building in 2001 and craftsmen use research (showing details from 1781 to 1791) for a faithful finish (guiding the restoration). WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Lancaster is working to address a $10 million deficit that may force furloughs for more than 100 staff members (teachers, specialists, and administrative employees) and a vote on the furlough agreement will occur on Tuesday, April 21. WGAL
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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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Long Island Ducks vs. Lancaster Stormers
7:59 p.m. — Penn Medicine Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Long Island Ducks and Lancaster Stormers.
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Trivia Night at Southern Market
7-9 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Engage in a fun-filled evening of trivia with friends while enjoying great drinks and exciting prizes.
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JOSHUA Live at Sight & Sound
3:00 p.m. — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biblical story of Joshua come to life on stage in an engaging musical performance.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
May 8-10 — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Registration required — Experience a vibrant dance competition with opportunities for scholarships and industry recognition.
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The Planets Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gardner Theatre — Cost Information Not Provided — Experience a breathtaking finale with Holst's The Planets and stunning NASA imagery.
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