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in Lancaster
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Luther Acres healthcare center in Lititz celebrated five centenarians on Tuesday with a bouquet of roses, cake, and singing of 'Happy Birthday.' Family, friends and staff honored the seniors as they reached a milestone of 100 years of life and wisdom. FOX43
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stay Apparel Co. announced Tuesday it will move from Hershey to a new storefront at 206 S. Market St. in downtown Elizabethtown in early June — the business will also join WhirliGig’s annual pop-up celebration on May 3. FOX43
- ➤ Sprout Vietnamese Eatery in downtown Lancaster will close its doors on Saturday to let its owner focus on Rice and Noodles in Manheim Township (gift cards for Sprout will be honored there). WGAL
- ➤ Manheim Township Manager Rick Kane said that despite Wawa receiving PennDOT funding to build Tesla superchargers at Harrisburg Pike and Dillerville Road (currently home to Second Chance Plants) the company did not file plans to build a store and walked away last year. The site is near Park City Center. WGAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Hairspray' is lighting up the Fulton Theatre in Lancaster County today, offering bold music and a message about inclusion — the high-energy musical runs through May 3, inviting families to enjoy its mix of fun and meaningful performances. FOX43
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Charles Linderman was unanimously chosen as the interim business administrator for the school district after a $10 million budget shortfall led to major staffing changes; he brings over 30 years of experience and will help lead a national search for a new chief financial officer. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County-based TAIT Global has raised a temporary metal structure along Furnace Hills Pike in Lititz after the Warwick Township Board of Supervisors approved a special event application. Locals in the area have noticed the change. WGAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A 6-year-old girl was hospitalized after unintentionally ingesting illegal marijuana edibles found in her backyard, Lancaster Township police said, as officials urge parents to talk with children about stray candy packages. Local 21 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Residents celebrated the completion of the revitalized Bausman Exchange (formerly Place Marie) on Tuesday on Orange Street. The historic building was converted into office space, short-term rentals and a retail arcade, featuring a ribbon-cutting for the new HQ by Regus. WGAL
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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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May Sing Along Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Trio Bar And Grill — Free entry — Enjoy brunch cocktails and belting out tunes with friends in a judgment-free zone.
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All Shook Up
Matinee 11:30 a.m. & Evening 6:00 p.m. — Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre — $32-83 — Experience the hip-swiveling music of Elvis Presley in a delightful musical adventure.
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