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in Lancaster
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster search and rescue teams like Pennsylvania Canine Search and Rescue say they want to assist law enforcement more during emergencies. The teams, made up of drone pilots, medical workers and K9 units, are ready to respond quickly when missing persons or children and individuals with autism are at risk—officials urge that their specialized training be utilized more often. Local 21 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elizabethtown Area School District kept all four buses for the band when Superintendent Karen Nell reallocated $3,000 from travel training funds to cover the fourth bus—ensuring full transportation for upcoming events this school year. WGAL
- ➤ Two Lancaster County families are suing the Eastern Lancaster County School District for allegedly threatening them with criminal prosecution unless they produce a copy of their high school diploma—despite Pennsylvania law not requiring homeschool parents to show proof of graduation. The families claim district personnel, including a social worker, harassed them at their homes and the lawsuit names the social worker, the superintendent, and the assistant superintendent as defendants. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A legal battle has erupted over The Lancaster AI Hub after a local citizen appealed the zoning decision for a 2-million-square-foot data center on Greenfield Road and developers filed a lawsuit last Wednesday to stop the appeal—city officials later canceled the zoning meeting due to improper advertising, and a new date is yet to be set. The project has already contributed $80 million to the local economy while developers claim it could create up to 2,000 construction jobs amid ongoing community concerns. WGAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Costco has recalled 3,314.7 pounds of Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke sold on Sept. 18 after green onions tested positive for listeria+ customers in Pennsylvania and other states should throw away the product for a full refund as no illness was reported. FOX43
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nature's Recipe launched a contest on Monday, Sept. 22 for dog owners to share photos of their walks for a chance to win $100—entries will be accepted until Sept. 30 as part of a celebration for National Walk Your Dog Week. The prize will be sent via Venmo. Daily Voice
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, local teams won several sports matches in MPC contests, with Northern volleyball’s Samantha Petroff contributing 21 kills and 20 digs at Mercersburg, Trinity volleyball in Lancaster Catholic sweeping the game with Sophia Vander Velden’s double-double, and Big Spring volleyball shutting out West Perry with 18 digs by Caitlyn Swintosky+ teams in tennis, field hockey, and girls soccer also securing victories. PennLive
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Driving Miss Daisy
2-3:30 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Tickets from $106 — Witness a heartwarming performance at the historic venue in Lancaster.
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Eastool Auction & Expo
12 AM – 12 AM — Solanco Fair Association — Admission varies — Discover woodworking, metalworking, and construction products while bidding on tools and machinery at this expansive expo.
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Oktoberfest Celebration
11 AM – 6 PM — Mount Hope Estate & Winery — Entry fee applies — Celebrate German culture with craft brews and traditional festivities.
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Polo Match at Lancaster Polo Club
1-4 p.m. — Lancaster Polo Club — $10 entry — Enjoy an afternoon of tailgating and polo traditions while watching an exciting match.
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David Sedaris Live
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor and storytelling of renowned comedian and author David Sedaris.
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Béla Fleck Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ware Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic banjo sounds of America's own Béla Fleck in an intimate setting.
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Harvest Breakfast
8 AM – 12 PM — Lancaster Central Market — Pay-per-stand foods — Enjoy special Harvest themed foods, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings Workshop
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $25 materials fee — Create your own stunning sterling silver hoop earrings in this engaging beginner's workshop.
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Manheim Community Farm Show
9 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Manheim Farm Show — Free entry — Celebrate agriculture and community with crafts and friendly competitions.
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The Price Is Right Live Stage Show
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of winning fabulous prizes through classic games from the iconic TV show.
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Freedom Walk to End Human Trafficking
Freedom Walk is a community awareness and fundraising event, rallying hundreds of abolitionists, taking thousands of steps to make a difference. Freedom Walk is an outward expression of our inward desire to see human trafficking completely abolished. Join us on Saturday, October 11, from 10 am to 1 pm at Musser Park in Lancaster and make a difference in our community.
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