West Chester
Morning News
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cindy Ware now has her long-missing family diamond after a neighbor discovered it stuck in his water shoe while on vacation in Florida. The gem was identified by a local friend from a photo and returned a cherished heirloom to Ware in Kennett Square. VISTA Today
- ➤ Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center and CEO Javonna Wylie earned a workforce innovation award and announced her new board position with 2nd Century Alliance as team member Cailey Oehler joined a national leadership cohort. Their achievements support CCOIC's commitment to workforce development and regional partnerships. VISTA Today
- ➤ S&T Bank will host its 2026 Share a Smile Day on Feb. 27 at 14 branches to raise funds for CHOP’s Children’s Fund while employees sell personalized t-shirts to benefit families in need across Chester, Philadelphia & Delaware counties. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ West Chester-based QVC is working on a new strategy to tap into nostalgia and niche buys (while considering Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections) as it fights to regain market share from online competitors. The company is leveraging its live-shopping roots to attract a fresh audience. VISTA Today
- ➤ RKL—a leading advisory firm—has been named one of America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms by USA TODAY today following a Statista survey of clients and peers. The firm employs nearly 700 staff and offers a wide range of tax and advisory services from its Exton office. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Immaculata Symphony partners with the Chester County Youth Orchestra to present 'Symphonic Colors' on Sunday, Feb. 22 from 3-5 p.m. at Alumnae Hall Theater (part of Immaculata University) where families can meet the musicians and learn about the instruments. VISTA Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Following a severe cold snap that pushed records for natural gas usage on Feb. 7 and Feb. 8, PECO detailed nearly $10 billion in planned investments to strengthen its electric & natural gas systems and ensure reliable service during high demand. VISTA Today
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ AMETEK Inc. has approved a 10% increase in its cash dividend and will pay $0.34 per share on March 31 (shareholders on record as of March 16), raising the annual dividend rate to $1.36. MyChesCo
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Comedy Jam
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Windish Entertainment — Tickets required — Get ready for a night packed with punchlines featuring talented comedians.
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Dueling Pianos with The Philly Keys
7:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Enjoy a high-energy, all-request dueling piano show where no genre is off limits.
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LoCali Live: Anthony Baldini
6-8 p.m. — LoCali Wine Lounge — Enjoy sipping wine while experiencing heartfelt acoustic sessions from local musicians.
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