Good morning, West Chester.

Today Chester County OIC announced that it has joined a group to end homelessness and launched new adult education classes to help residents build skills and find jobs.

It also reported that workforce training is now open and local leaders represented Chester County at an annual convening in Philadelphia—sharing workforce solutions.

The Rustin High School Golden Knights marching band performed a Van Gogh-inspired show during Friday night football, energizing the community with a display of teamwork and creativity—band director Mike Shoremount celebrated 20 years of leadership.

Two Chester County wineries offer outdoor seating and award-winning wines for summer sips—Casa Carmen Farm and Winery in West Grove sits on a historic property once owned by William Penn while Chaddsford Winery in Chadds Ford, founded in 1982, provides a farmhouse tasting experience with artisan snacks.

West Chester University launches a free monthly Science on Tap series—starting Sept.

16 at Barnaby's Restaurant—where Dr. Elliott Arnold will open the series with a talk on climate change at 6:00 p.m. Each month, a different WCU expert will share science topics and answer questions from community members.

State Sen. Katie Muth announced over $8.4M in grant funding from the Federal Victims of Crime Act and the Federal STOP Violence Against Women Act to support victim services and domestic violence programs in District 44.

The funds will help organizations provide safe shelter, legal assistance, and medical care in Chester, Montgomery & Berks counties.

State Rep. Joe Ciresi and Sen. Carolyn Comitta have introduced new bills to raise funding for the Tourism Promotion Fund to boost Pennsylvania's tourism.

The proposal will use revenue from hotel occupancy taxes on unlicensed stays to support state marketing and cultural attractions—like museums and historic sites.

On Friday, SEPTA asked PennDOT’s Public Transportation Trust Fund for $400 million in operating funds to keep transit running for the next two years—this short-term fix delays tougher cuts amid a $5 billion maintenance gap.

Without a clear plan to replace capital funds, transit services may face more problems in the future.

Due to a knee injury, starting tight end Dallas Goedert will miss Sunday's game against the Chiefs, leaving the Eagles with less blocking strength.

The team will rely on Grant Calcaterra and Kylen Granson to fill the gap — a key change as they prepare for the matchup.

The Eagles will give Saquon Barkley another chance to run well in a rematch with the Chiefs on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. on Fox29—he ran 60 yards on 18 carries and 57 yards on 25 carries in his last two games.

Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber paused contract talks to help his team and hit 50 home runs this season, one of the best walk years in team history & he led the majors in RBIs.

His strong play boosted his value for free agency and teams are expected to offer him a better deal than most designated hitters.

Devon Fall Classic returns to the historic Main Line — a four-day all-jumper competition that began on Thursday and runs until Sunday — and today the event culminates with a $25,000 Grand Prix under the lights at the Devon Horse Show Grounds.

Oktoberfest 2025

12-8 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — $6 specials — Celebrate the fourth annual Oktoberfest with food and drinks in the heart of Chester County.

Dub C Swing Concert

7-9 p.m. — Kennett Flash — $20 GA | $10 Students | $5 BYOB — Experience fresh instrumental versions of your favorite songs with Dub C Swing.

West Chester Chili Cook-Off 2025

12-4 p.m. — Downtown West Chester PA — Free entry — Experience a flavorful showdown with great food, live music, and friendly competition.