Good morning, West Chester.

Four Pennsylvanian veterans share how serving in Iraq and Afghanistan after Sept.

11 changed their lives and continues to affect their well-being. Historian Robert Kodosky (of West Chester University) highlights the mix of hardship and pride in their experiences, providing a glimpse into the lasting impact of military service.

Local colleagues remember Michael Horrocks (38), a West Chester U football player and Glen Mills resident who died as a co-pilot on 9/11.

Delaware County will hold a memorial at Rose Tree Park (11 a.m.) tomorrow to honor his legacy.

The American Helicopter Museum will present the AHMEC Achievement Award on Oct.

18 to the team that completed the first hydrogen-powered helicopter flight by replacing a traditional engine with hydrogen fuel cells and a battery, marking a historic step toward zero-emission flight in West Chester — a milestone for sustainable aviation.

Chester County is hosting a series of fall festivals with events in Kennett Square from Sept.

12 to 13, in Oxford on Sept. 19, and in West Chester on Sept. 20 among others. Communities will enjoy food, crafts, live music & pumpkin carving as celebrations run until Halloween.

Oil prices rose past $100 a barrel after renewed attacks in the Middle East led to rising fuel costs, and local West Chester drivers may soon face higher gas prices and increasing everyday costs — experts say the trend will affect supply chains until it stabilizes.

West Chester University is hosting a free Sustainability Showcase on Wednesday, Sept.

16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sykes Student Union Ballrooms (110 W. Rosedale Ave) where residents can explore green roofs, geothermal energy, recycling, and other environmental initiatives.

The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center in West Chester will host Girls in Aviation Day on Saturday, Sept.

19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., letting students explore aircraft displays, STEM activities, and career panels to learn about aviation and aerospace careers.

Drivers on eastbound U.S. 30 (Exton Bypass) will face alternating lane closures each night from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. starting Sunday, Sept.

13 through Saturday morning, Sept. 19 as crews mill and pave the highway to address sinkhole risks in West Whiteland and East Caln townships.

Telangana Spice Kitchen in West Chester must address food-safety issues after a Sept.

8 inspection found raw chicken stored at 62° (above safe temperature), no soap or paper towels, flies, and leaking plumbing. The restaurant is required to complete repairs and staff training before reopening.

The Chester County Health Department is expanding free flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics from Sept.

24 through Dec. 18 to help residents prepare for the respiratory season — available via walk-ins or appointments at sites including Great Valley Middle School and the Government Services Center in West Chester.

Merrill Reese, the longtime Eagles broadcaster starting his 50th season, said he plans to call games forever and credits his wife Cindy (a former teacher) for quizzing him on opposing players, and he celebrated his 84th birthday earlier this month.