Good morning, West Chester.

Malvern entrepreneur Darci Henry grew up on her family's 200-year-old farm and launched her clean makeup line in 2013 using healthy ingredients inspired by an anti-inflammatory cornflower plant—her products are made in the United States.

Essential Utilities was named a 2025 Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia honoree by the Chamber of Commerce for its leadership in community impact and civic engagement (the company invests $2 million annually in local projects).

This recognition underscores its integrated approach to service and volunteer programs that benefit the region.

A Bucks County man testified in his trial and admitted to killing his father — he now faces charges for murder and beheading.

Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square covers more than 1,000 acres and features over 10,000 plant species along with the nation’s largest green wall covering more than 4,000 square feet.

Pierre du Pont transformed the property in 1906—drawing inspiration from European designs—and today it welcomes over a million visitors who enjoy its world-class horticulture and historic architecture.

PECO has launched its 2025 Powering the Arts Grant Program offering $150,000 in grants for nonprofit arts organizations in the region—eligible groups must apply by July 31 for $5,000 awards to fund projects from Oct.

1 to June 30 with a one-to-one match required, and awards will be announced on Sept. 15.

Data from the U.S. Department of Education showed that 18 Philadelphia-area colleges paid average faculty salaries above $100,000 in 2024.

Delaware County Community College ranked 17th at $101,374 plus West Chester University averaged $96,879 and narrowly missed the top listing.

Erin McHale, a PhD candidate at Rutgers, reported that native bats preyed on spotted lanternflies—an invasive insect that has harmed trees and crops since it arrived in 2014—based on DNA analysis of bat droppings collected from 2018 to 2022.

The study suggests that using guano tests could become a tool for tracking the spread of the pest.

Find Waldo Local in West Chester

Aug 1 – 13 — Bookmarks — Free entry — Hunt for Waldo cutouts in local shops and collect prizes along the way.

Interactive Music Class with Miss Christine

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Oakbourne Mansion & Park — No registration or fee — Engage young children in a fun music and movement class outdoors.