Good morning, Lancaster.

Kathryn Davis, Miss Lancaster County Teen, is urging more people to donate blood to ease a critical shortage after surviving a 2021 bus crash that injured over 30 people — her platform, phlebotomy fam, promotes family blood donation.

Cameron Hill, a Cocalico senior, has led a project to raise awareness about accessibility since his freshman year and now partners with United Disability Services to help local businesses remove barriers—he has presented his ideas to groups like the Ephrata Better Business Bureau and supported programs including therapy dogs for students.

The Lancaster County Food Hub is facing high demand after SNAP benefits expired at the start of November, with long lines forming along Queen Street and near Turkey Hill - the hub is calling for more volunteers and donations to help keep supplies for residents.

Columbia Borough Police in Lancaster County are asking for toy donations to assist the U.S. Marine Corps with the Toys for Tots campaign this holiday season — drop-off sites include locations such as 308 Locust St at the police department and 310 N.

11th St at Andy's Market, and Lancaster Toys for Tots reported over 70,000 toys were given out last Christmas.

A fundraiser has been started for Paige Dowlin, a 15-year-old who died in a camper fire at Roamers Retreat Campground early Saturday morning when state troopers arrived at the scene, and her family now faces the loss of their home and pets as campaigns by her mother's employer and cousin aim to cover funeral costs.

Ric's Bread in Lancaster City has been sold by longtime owners Mike and Shelley Stauffer, who retired after 20 years of service—new owners Katie-Marie Wilson and Clayton McKee will take over in the next few weeks while keeping the same recipes.

The transition was marked with a Facebook post thanking loyal customers and even a nod from the governor.

Franklin and Marshall College announced a plan to offer free tuition for first-year students from families earning $75,000 or less — and to cap tuition for students from families earning up to $150,000 at the equivalent of Penn State's in-state rate.

The college said the 2025–26 tuition will be $72,950.

Manheim Township said a section of the Heritage Trail between Worthington and East Delp Road reopened over the weekend+ it is now accessible to walkers, bikers, and others while public works apply the final finishing touches on the new bridge.

Ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections, local officials and community leaders met at the Ware Center in downtown Lancaster to discuss mental health, addiction, and recovery.

Rep. Izzy Smith-Wade-El and the Millersville University deputy police chief led the forum—Chris Dreisbach from Blueprints for Addiction Recovery urged anyone facing these challenges to seek help.

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.

Malta Band Concert

9-10 a.m. — Homestead Village — Free entry — Celebrate the 100th Anniversary with community music and special performances by the Malta Band.

The 3rd Annual Enigmatical Dinner Fundraising Event

5:30-9 p.m. — Pepper Theo Cafe and Events — $250-1000 per person — A whimsical dinner that presents courses as riddles to benefit educational programming.

Persuasion Performance

7-8 p.m. — Historic Rock Ford — $25.00 — Experience a unique one-act adaptation of Jane Austen's final novel within the intimate setting of a historic mansion.

Luminous Blue Concert

6-9 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at Eden Resort & Suites — Tickets available — Experience an inspiring mix of pop, jazz, and fusion genres performed by Lisa Lynn Ericson.

Trivioke Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine from 7-9 PM — Enjoy trivia followed by karaoke and great prizes.

The Tavern Cook: Eighteenth Century Dining Through the Recipes of Richard Briggs

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Historic Rock Ford — Free entry — Explore 18th-century culinary delights and stories with food historian Marc Meltonville.

Trivioke Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine from 7-9 p.m. — Test your music knowledge and sing your heart out at this fun-filled trivia and karaoke night.

Trivia Night at Southern Market

7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off draft beer and wine — Test your knowledge and win gift cards while enjoying great drinks.