Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, West Chester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theater-by-The Grove opens its season today with What the Constitution Means to Me, a production by Indiana University of Pennsylvania that will tackle timely American political issues—designed to engage local audiences. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at West Chester University are increasingly using vapes, with many saying flavors and stress relief drive their usage, and officials worry about its impact on health. The university enforces a policy that restricts tobacco use to outdoor areas more than 20 feet from building entrances—while offering wellness services to help students manage substance use. The Quad
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SEPTA received restored funding on Sept. 8—authorized by Governor Shapiro—which will keep bus, train and trolley routes running for the next two years and ease concerns over a $213 million deficit noted as of Aug. The Quad
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Three charming Chester County restaurants offer unique dining experiences—Talula’s Table in Kennett Square serves seasonal farm-to-table courses, The Whip Tavern in Coatesville offers British pub fare with shepherd’s pie and ale, and Birchrunville Store Café in a historic building features weekly special dishes. VISTA Today
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Focus is saying no to good ideas.
~ Sam Altman
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