Good morning, West Chester.

First Resource Bank celebrated its 20th anniversary with a record 450,000 dollars EITC contribution supporting local education, including a 15,000 dollars gift to Westside Community Center.

The donation benefited 60 schools and education groups and underlined the bank's long-standing commitment to community growth.

Local investors KQT Aidens Partners 2 are negotiating to purchase Springfield Hospital for $1M after the prior deal with Restoration Health fell through + the sale depends on lifting a 24/7 emergency services requirement to help restore care at the closed Ridley Park site.

ShopRite Supermarkets is finalizing the purchase of the West Chester ShopRite store today as part of a deal for three locations from longtime family operators.

The store will continue regular operations and keep its staff as the Miller family exits the grocery business — signaling a major shift.

Dunwoody Village in Newtown Square is accepting applications for a Full-Time Groundskeeper, Environmental Services Supervisor, and Cook.

Applicants must meet vaccination and background check requirements and will enjoy benefits that include a 403b plan + tuition assistance.

At People’s Light in Malvern, longtime collaborators are performing Steel Magnolias, a play that draws on decades of friendship to bring powerful characters to life.

The show, which opened on Sunday, runs through Feb. 15.

West Chester University is hosting the free Reflections of New Sweden exhibition exploring Swedish and Finnish heritage along the Delaware River from Jan.

20 to Feb. 22. An artist talk and reception will take place today from 4-6 p.m. in the Knauer Gallery.

On Friday at Penn State Great Valley, CCEDC held its 22nd Annual Economic Outlook offering cautiously optimistic growth views and strategies for managing inflation and tax incentives.

Experts noted that upcoming tax refunds could boost spending for local businesses and residents.

SNAP benefits for 2026 are calculated using federal guidelines based on household size, income, and expenses, and families in Pennsylvania may receive up to $994 monthly for a 4-person household ($218 for each extra person).

The program helps eligible households purchase groceries, with amounts adjusted individually for their financial situations.

CCCBI will host its State of the County breakfast on Feb.

18 at Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester to honor James Logan with the J. Larry Boling Award and Becky Brain with the inaugural Distinguished Service to Chester County Award.

IRS officials warn scammers impersonate the agency by creating urgent emails, calls, or texts; the IRS only contacts taxpayers first via mail (check IRS.gov to verify), so West Chester residents should confirm any suspicious messages before sharing personal details.

Health inspectors identified food safety violations in Chester County on Jan.

20 — Sang Tong Thai in Kennett Square closed after a roach infestation, Fox’s Pizza Den had food kept above safe temperatures, and Simply Acai in West Chester faced equipment issues with plans for additional inspections.

The American Red Cross warns West Chester residents that the nation’s blood supply has dropped 35% over the past month due to high flu activity and winter storms that kept donors away.

Donations made through Jan. 25 will enter donors in a drawing for a trip for two to Super Bowl LX.

America's Sweethearts Concert

4-7 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $46 – $60 — Experience vintage close-harmony songs from a trio that brings history and fun to life.