Good morning, West Chester.

Valley Township is evolving as new homes and shops emerge near old farms and mills while residents honor a rich legacy of industry and agriculture (historic bridges and schoolhouses still mark its past).

Friends Association will host its inaugural Steps to Home 5K Run (and 1-Mile Walk) on Sunday, Aug.

23 at 8:00 a.m. at Downingtown West High School to raise funds and awareness for families in Chester County facing homelessness.

Kristen Rosen began her career as a personal care assistant at CCRES and now works as an HR recruiter at the organization.

Her growth shows how the nonprofit invests in local talent to strengthen community services.

Chester County Futures has launched a LinkedIn Alumni Network to help first-generation graduates reconnect and access career opportunities.

The nonprofit will host its first Alumni Social event this summer to strengthen ties within the community.

Chester County hosts 30 Little Free Libraries (including locations in West Chester, Downingtown, Exton, Malvern, Phoenixville, Kennett Square, Coatesville, Spring City, Berwyn, and Glenmoore) where locals can share books without a library card.

A searchable map helps readers locate the nearest box.

High school students will have a chance to attend a free two-day Computer Science AI Summer Camp at Widener University’s Freedom Hall in Chester starting Tuesday, July 14 and continuing Wednesday, July 15 from 9 AM to 4 PM daily (advance registration is required as space is limited).

Pennsylvania launched a pilot program in four counties to reduce overdose deaths among older adults using the WISE curriculum.

The initiative, which teaches medication management and healthy living, will include six weekly sessions starting on July 8 in Lawrence County — local agencies will train facilitators and monitor outcomes.

D-K Diner in West Chester was closed on Wednesday after a fire in its crawl space led health officials to order a full cleanup and repairs (including removal of contaminated food and damaged surfaces).

The restaurant will not reopen until it passes reinspection.

John Serock purchased Loch Aerie Mansion in Malvern for $4M in mid-May; his catering company had long partnered with the venue, and he is honoring all booked weddings while planning midweek nonprofit discounts, minor improvements for corporate events, and a liquor license to create a more turnkey experience for clients.

Exton Square Mall will close on Tuesday after 53 years of serving as a community hub (a redevelopment plan to convert the 65-acre site into a mixed-use town center remains in legal dispute) as longtime visitors take a final walk through the venue.

St. Peter’s Village will be sold at an absolute auction on Wednesday, Sept.

30 at 2 p.m. at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern. The sale covers 83 acres with 13 historic buildings and 121 home sites in Warwick Township.

Disney's Moana Jr.

10:30 a.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $21 – $27 — Experience Moana's journey of courage and self-discovery through unforgettable songs and breathtaking storytelling.

We May Be Right - Billy Joel Tribute

8 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — $51 – $61 — Experience the electrifying tribute band that brings the hits of Billy Joel to life with dynamic performances and audience sing-alongs.