Good morning, Lancaster.

Today, the 37th annual Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy rolls through Lancaster and Dauphin counties, starting at 1:30 p.m. from the Manheim PA Auto Auction—this event features 400 trucks, a family festival with free parking, and fundraising activities with wish kids riding along.

Late Thursday night, firefighters from Bainbridge Fire Company rescued stranded boaters on the Susquehanna River near River Road + Constitution Drive, but when their own boat became stuck, crews from Middletown Volunteer Fire Department navigated hazardous rapids to bring everyone safely to the Falmouth Boat Launch.

A Lancaster County landscaping company said rising diesel costs have increased fuel expenses ahead of a busy spring and summer season.

Owner Keith Evangelisti of Red Rose Landscaping has grouped jobs together to reduce costs while serving the Susquehanna Valley.

Asian adoptees in the Susquehanna Valley are reconnecting with their heritage through martial arts, poetry, and singing.

Maya Sony Schwartzwalder—who earned a third-degree brown belt—and Zhu Ling Jin use creative outlets to explore their culture on Through a Different Lens.

Governor Shapiro requested a disaster declaration Friday after a freeze wiped out 25 acres of fruit crops at Honey Bear Orchards, causing a $200K loss; local farms in Lancaster County also reported damage.

Farmers plan to rebuild for a fuller season next spring.

Gov. Shapiro visited Cherry Hill Orchards in Lancaster to urge aid for fruit farmers who lost up to $200M after an April freeze, as state and federal officials work to redirect $75 million to help the recovery.

Without additional funding, Lancaster’s mobile hygiene unit, launched in 2021 to offer showers and medical care, will be terminated at the end of June.

Local officials are seeking new support (funding details remain pending).

Alex Horton, the 22-year-old world champion bowler, celebrated his victory at 222 Dutch Lanes — his childhood bowling alley — where he first learned the sport; new owners Jordan Steffy and his family took over while Horton said he will continue competing and travel to Europe this summer.

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.

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.

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.

Lee Brice Concert

8:00 – 8:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy live country music from Lee Brice in a cozy setting.

Trivia Night at Southern Market

7-9 p.m. — Southern Market — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy an evening of brain-teasing trivia and compete for gift card prizes.

Scotty McCreery Live in Lancaster

7:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics with country sensation Scotty McCreery.

Scotty McCreery Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt storytelling and chart-topping hits of country music star Scotty McCreery live.

America250 Family Day

10 AM – 4 PM — Historic Rock Ford — Free entry — Celebrate America250 with crafts, historical interactions, and family activities all day long.