West Chester
Morning News
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bank of America’s Golf With Us initiative lets children (aged 6 to 18) play a round for $5 at Downingtown Country Club and Honey Brook Golf Club if they enroll by May 24. The program partners with Youth On Course to help young golfers build life skills. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kennett Summerfest returns Sunday, June 14 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on South Broad Street in Kennett Square, offering wine tastings, interactive art projects, artisan vendors and a new non-alcoholic experience debuting by local entrepreneur Jacqueline Burnham (designed to welcome all drinkers). MyChesCo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ During Cheyney University’s commencement on May 9 at the Historic Quadrangle, twin sisters Tia and Jasmin Cross graduated as valedictorian and salutatorian from the Class of 2026. They will begin MBA programs at West Chester University this fall. VISTA Today
- ➤ Students from BLAST Robotics helped at an 85th anniversary event by the Paoli-Berwyn-Malvern Lions Club at Royer-Greaves School for Blind in Paoli, where they joined an ice cream social and learned about local outreach and vision care programs (a STEM effort that built leadership beyond robotics). MyChesCo
- ➤ STEMFest 2026 will take place at the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kids will build rockets + meet pilots while exploring hands-on exhibits and competitions. MyChesCo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in East Brandywine Township will face a closure on Guthriesville Road from Tuesday, May 26 to Tuesday, June 9 due to sewer work. They are advised to take detours via Little Washington Road + U.S. 322 to avoid delays. MyChesCo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blackbird Health is launching caregiver support sessions that teach parents stress management and repair techniques to improve family emotional well-being. The program aims to help families facing everyday challenges and is designed to build stronger bonds at home + boost child resilience. VISTA Today
- ➤ A Giant Food Store in West Grove was cited for food safety violations after a May 12 inspection found its refrigerated unit at unsafe temperatures—causing deli meats, cheeses, and expired milk to be discarded. The Health Department also noted restroom and sanitation issues. MyChesCo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stonewall in Elverson and Applebrook Golf Club in Malvern have been named among Pennsylvania's top courses for the 2024 to 2025 season by GOLF Magazine. Stonewall offers guests two 18 hole courses and walk about play while Applebrook features a private club feel with a farmhouse style clubhouse. VISTA Today
- ➤ After a loss Saturday, the Golden Rams became the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Division II Atlantic Regional. They will host the tournament today at Serpico Stadium in West Chester with tickets at $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors (cashless) as East Stroudsburg plays Bloomsburg first. MyChesCo
- ➤ Today, the PGA Championship begins at Aronimink Golf Club where local business owners have converted parking lots into VIP shuttle stops to help spectators access the event that is expected to bring $125M to the region—residents are advised to arrive early to avoid road closures. FOX 29
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 with crowd participation and a mix of genres.
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Turks Head Music Festival
12-7 p.m. — Everhart Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant day of music, art, and community with local bands and vendors.
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Silent Book Club Gathering
9-11 a.m. — Matlack Florist - Garden Center — Free entry — A peaceful space for book lovers to share their literary passions.
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