West Chester
Morning News
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The remains of Zachariah Walker, lynched 114 years ago, will be buried on Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. at Church of Christ Cemetery at 750 Doe Run Road in Coatesville—part of the Annual Senator Andy Dinniman Community Gathering that will include a funeral procession stopping at a historic lynch site and a forum at Gateway Church. VISTA Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Malvern-based Vanguard added over $1 trillion in customer assets under CEO Salim Ramji, who reaffirmed the firm’s low-fee investing ideas from founder Jack Bogle and began using generative AI tools to enhance fund offerings—teaming with Wellington Management while steering clear of crypto. VISTA Today
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s summer whiskey lottery is open until 5 p.m. on Aug. 8, letting eligible residents and licensees register for a chance to buy rare bottles including a $7,499.99 Weller Millennium Straight Bourbon—winners will be notified the week of Aug. 11 and must show a valid ID at pickup. Participants must have a verified FW&GS account and active credit card on file, and reselling a lottery bottle without a license is illegal. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Four under-40 professionals in marketing and social media are making a big impact in Chester County. Graham Foley works for the Philadelphia Flyers — while Erik Weber and Stephanie Carbaugh build local online brands and Camille Mola leads TikTok efforts for a consulting firm. VISTA Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thornbury Farm hosted a celebration on July 26 that marked 200 years since Marquis de Lafayette returned to Chester County after the Battle of Brandywine & farm owner Randell Spackman guided over 300 visitors on a tour of key historic sites while local historians and reenactors explained Lafayette's legacy. VISTA Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Center Township supervisors approved a new installment of CDBG funds for a paving project in Luciusboro. The funds will support future road improvements in the area. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eagles traded defensive tackle Thomas Booker for cornerback Jakorian Bennett from the Raiders on Monday night—adding depth to their secondary. Bennett, who started 11 games in two seasons with Las Vegas while playing through a shoulder injury, will compete with teammates in camp for a spot in the starting lineup. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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90’s Rockfest
7:30-11 p.m. — Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of the 90’s with tribute bands for Stone Temple Pilots, Alanis Morissette, and Weezer.
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Registration for Fall Grief Groups Open!
A Haven's fall grief groups for children, teens, and families are now open! If you or your family are in need of grief support, please reach out to Carrie Silver, Clinical Director, [email protected], for more info.
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