Good morning, West Chester.

Elk Township cherishes its historic covered bridges that preserve long-held traditions and rural charm; the Rudolph and Arthur bridge (reconstructed and reopened in late 2025 after Hurricane Ida) stands near Lewisville amid active family farms.

Evelyn Bennett leads the 134-year-old Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Women’s Board in Malvern and is expanding its community impact with a donated pharmacy and planned events like a golf tournament and fashion show later this year (details to come).

Three Chester County companies appear on PBJ’s Best Places to Work list.

Bala Consulting Engineers and Stephano Slack in Wayne are in the large category while Green Lawn Fertilizing/Green Pest Solutions in West Chester is in the extra-large group—PBJ will announce top rankings at Stateside Live! on July 23.

ANEU Kitchens is opening its largest food and wellness space this fall at Eagle Yards Corporate Center’s west campus in Tredyffrin Township — a 20,000 sqft facility offering grab-and-go meals, cooking classes and wellness events.

State lawmakers voted 126 — 75 on Monday afternoon to pass a bill banning phones in schools, but differences between the house and senate versions mean the measure will go to a senate committee for reconciliation before reaching the governor’s desk.

Chester County health inspectors reported on Tuesday that several food establishments faced sanitation and food temperature violations.

GIANT Food Store in Thorndale must repair its dessert cooler by June 5 + sites like Punch Buggy Brewing Company and Xpress Stop are addressing additional issues.

Vanguard will leave its 87,600 sqft office at 45 Liberty Blvd in Malvern by the end of June (reducing occupancy from 100 to 36 percent) while Microsoft is in talks to renew its 42,600 sqft space.

Phillies ace Cristopher Sánchez extended his shutout streak to 48 2/3 innings with four scoreless innings against the Padres on Wednesday - he passed historical left-hander records and continues a strong season.

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.

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.

Hops for Homes Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Chester County Art Association — $45 — Sample craft brews and support affordable housing efforts with Habitat for Humanity.

Summer Kickoff Concert with Lenape Brass

6-7:30 p.m. — Westtown Township Oakbourne Park — Free entry — Celebrate America with a concert featuring classic tunes and tasty hotdogs.