Good morning, West Chester.

Chester County’s Schuylkill River Trail was named Pennsylvania’s most beautiful trail by Visit PA.

The 75-mile completed segment of the planned 120-mile route includes a section exceeding 30 miles from Philadelphia to Parkerford — a great day-hike and scenic option for local outdoors enthusiasts.

According to Stacker's ranking (using 2022 Niche data), eight towns in Chester County are featured among the top 100 best places to live on the East Coast, with Chesterbrook named best nationally.

The list includes Berwyn, East Whiteland Township, Upper Uwchlan Township, Exton, Devon, East Marlborough Township and Birmingham Township.

West Chester’s Meradia was acquired by F2 Strategy, a portfolio company of Renovus Capital Partners, and chose the borough as its headquarters after moving from Chicago; the firm plans to hire more local talent (currently 50 employees).

Chester County native Reuben Riehl launched Lancaster County Cannabis from his basement four years ago and now runs a booming Amish hemp business that moved 50,000 pounds generating $500,000 in sales today — he aims to hit $1 million next year if new contracts in California and the Midwest finalize.

Former Chaddsford Winery general manager Corey Krejcik is launching Proximity Wine Bar in Unionville, sourcing food and beverages solely from local suppliers (within 100 miles) and offering classes and tastings.

The venue, located at 1701 W. Doe Run Road, will open when additional funding is secured.

Southern fast-casual chain Chicken Salad Chick is set to bring six locations to Chester and Montgomery counties.

Franchisors Amanda Furiato, Drew Christy and fiancé Ryan Metz are scouting sites near anchor stores such as Marshalls + HomeGoods, with one property already identified in Montgomery County.

Jennersville shows its layered history as country music echoes fade into a quiet everyday life.

The community now features a 123,000 sqft shared campus at Pennock's Bridge & busy shops along Baltimore Pike that honor its past and promote current growth.

The West Chester Area School District won four PenSPRA Awards of Merit for its work in magazines, newsletters, social media, and video series — recognition announced during a March luncheon at the PenSPRA Symposium.

Chester County vineyards are hosting elegant winery weddings as couples choose scenic spots for proposals, rehearsals, and ceremonies.

Venues like Va La Vineyards and Kreutz Creek Vineyards offer local wines and a friendly, fun vibe that is setting a new trend.

USPA Tested & Open Mother of All Meets

8 a.m. — Alpha Phlyte Fitness West Chester — Registration required — Compete in a powerlifting meet with both tested and non-tested divisions.

Willow Hill Full Nashville Band Show

7-11 p.m. — Ponderosa Barn — Tickets available — Enjoy a lively night with Willow Hill returning for a full Nashville Band show.

Mahjong 101 - Beginners Class

6-8 p.m. — Shine Nutrition — Cost not specified — Engage your mind while enjoying smoothies at this fun beginner's Mahjong class.

Laugh Lounge

7-11:30 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $31 – $36 — Experience a night of diverse stand-up comedy with three hilarious performers.

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 with crowd participation and a mix of genres.