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Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
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Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On September 9th, Kennett Square’s 2025 Annual Mushroom Festival celebrated its fortieth year with thousands enjoying mushroom-themed food, rides, and kid-friendly activities that highlighted local agriculture — organizers donated $2,000 to 43 local nonprofits. VISTA Today
- ➤ Local organizations will host a Poverty Simulation on Friday, October 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Good Samaritan in Coatesville—an interactive event where participants role-play household challenges to learn about financial hardship—and expect community members to bring a dry food or hygiene product. The event will be organized by co-hosts including Kennett Area Community Service and Chester County United Way—groups that aim to drive local community action. MyChesCo
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bucks County-based Hank’s Gourmet Beverages, known for its traditional root beer and upscale packaging, has shifted its business banking to Firstrust Bank to gain a stable partner for future growth. The company will rely on Firstrust’s 90-year local legacy to support its expanding craft soda business. VISTA Today
- ➤ West Chester-based QVC Group is shifting its focus to social and streaming platforms to sustain its turnaround strategy—following a nearly $1.3 billion operating loss in the fourth quarter and an 8% drop in fiscal revenue. CEO David Rawlinson’s contract was extended through 2027 with an option to stay until the end of 2028. VISTA Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in West Chester responded at 1:25 a.m. Sunday, September 7 to an indecent exposure incident on the 100 block of East Barnard Street when two women reported a man exposing himself—officers said the suspect remains at large and urged anyone with information to contact Officer Graham. MyChesCo
DRINK NEWS
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 4, Pennsylvania voters will select judicial candidates for two vacancies on the Commonwealth and Superior Courts — two candidates are vying for the Commonwealth Court seat while three seek the Superior Court position. The partisan contests and prominent endorsements will influence future decisions on civil and criminal cases. WFMZ-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Girl Scouts of America announced the 2026 cookie lineup that adds Exploremores— a rocky road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie— to a range of classic flavors while planning to retire Girl Scout S'mores and Toast-Yay! at the end of the season; local councils will set cookie sales from January to April. This update gives fans a full spread of their favorite choices and one exciting new option. FOX 29
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter lost $57,222 for spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott during Philadelphia’s win over Dallas; he was ejected before his team began play and is expected to appear on Sunday when the Eagles face the Kansas City Chiefs. The NFL enforced the penalty as a one-game suspension with time served—prompting the league to set a precedent for sportsmanship on the field. WFMZ-TV
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