Good morning, Lancaster.

Today on World Homeless Day, Jack Crowley—president of Water Street Mission—hosts a 24-hour livestream event called 'Conversations on the Bench' at 131 South Prince Street to raise awareness for homelessness.

The event features guest Regina Cooper who shares her work in street outreach and shows how local officials support those in need.

The Ashville Road covered bridge in Little Britain Twp.—a historic span over the Octoraro Creek—is set to close for six weeks starting Monday, Oct.

20 to allow permanent repairs after being hit by a vehicle in March, and drivers in Lancaster and Chester counties will use a designated detour.

A local Sheetz is asking customers to use cashless payment options or round up their purchases due to a penny shortage as the U.S. Mint will soon stop producing pennies because it costs more than their value — a store sign in south-central Pennsylvania explains that shoppers can also exchange spare pennies for a self-serve drink.

Millersville University students led by Professor Timothy Trussell have been excavating the remains of the 18th-century Gailbraith Ordinary near Marietta — they uncovered thousands of artifacts including oyster shells that suggest the tavern once imported seafood.

The field school will let visitors view the site on Oct 15 and Oct 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

UGI announced it will replace natural gas mains in Lancaster starting Oct.

13 until the end of October; drivers will face road closures, detours, parking restrictions, and some natural gas service interruptions. Work occurs weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.—affecting streets such as South Lime and Seymour—while temporary restoration follows the repairs.

Portions of Route 30 and Route 222 are shut down in Lancaster County and detours will be in place all weekend—drivers may be directed through Lancaster or along Route 272/Oregon Pike as police ask for patience at the busy interchange.

Eddie Kaufman, a 20-year-old Mid Valley student-athlete, died earlier this week after a lengthy battle with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia—his family said he passed away peacefully at CHOP in Philadelphia with his parents by his side.

Sports fans in Lancaster can soon enjoy immersive experiences at Cosm venues—using shared reality technology from two Pennsylvania companies to offer unique interactive sports events.

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.

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.

Trivia Nights at Smokehouse BBQ & Brews

6-8 p.m. — Smokehouse BBQ & Brews — No cover charge — Test your trivia skills while enjoying delicious food and competing for prizes.

Self-Heal Workshop with Barbara O'Neill

5 PM – 2 PM — Lancaster Mennonite School — Ticketed event — Discover practical tools for natural healing and vibrant living in an immersive 5-day experience with Barbara O'Neill.

VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class

Mon-Fri, Oct 27-31 — ThinkSafety Training LLC — $2400 — Enhance your IT skills with this expert-led VMware training class.

Pumpkin Madness

1-6 p.m. — Cherry Crest Adventure Farm — Entry Fee Required — Get ready to smash, throw, and carve pumpkins in a fun-filled afternoon of pumpkin destruction.

LMHM Fall Fundraiser at Bierhall Brewing

5-8 p.m. — BierHall Brewing Company — Community event supporting the museum — Enjoy trivia and craft beer in a friendly atmosphere.

Trivioke Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy a night of music trivia followed by karaoke with prizes for top trivia teams.

Back to the Future Live Music Event

10:00 PM – 11:59 PM — The Village Nightclub and Lizard Lounge — $20 entry — Catch classic hip hop vibes live from Greg Nice and enjoy sounds by talented DJs.