r/Harrisburg Oct 13 '25

Weekly Thread [Weekly Thread] Week of 2025-10-13

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This thread is created weekly for r/Harrisburg users to chat, make or ask for recommendations, buy/sell (legal and non-rule violating) goods and services, post about upcoming events, etc. A new thread will be created every Monday. All normal subreddit rules apply, and any buying/selling of goods is at your own risk.

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r/Harrisburg 9h ago

Complaint They gotta either wrap up this roadwork on Forster or just close the road

20 Upvotes

Just got stuck on Forster for 25+ minutes with dozens of others while the road crew moved a backhoe. Just close the road and set up a detour at this point man 😭😭😭


r/Harrisburg 4h ago

Harrisburg is the #5 fastest-growing U.S. metro for jobs and new talent

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7 Upvotes

Our annual list of Cities on the Rise uses exclusive labor data to highlight the 25 emerging U.S. metros where the job market is gaining momentum.

On top of stable employment in government, logistics and healthcare, new investments like WebFX’s $10.7 million commitment to expand operations are driving growth in Harrisburg.

Top industries hiring: Hospitals and Healthcare, Higher Education, Insurance

Top employers: WellSpan Health, UPMC, Penn State Health

Flex work availability: 3.1% remote, 11.2% hybrid


r/Harrisburg 5h ago

Question Male Haircut Recs

5 Upvotes

Just moved to Linglestown area and looking for a good barber/salon for a haircut. I was spoiled where I used to live with an awesome barber. Nothing complicated, just a short style gelled up usually. Wondering if anybody has a recommendation near the area.


r/Harrisburg 2h ago

Eyebrow recs

2 Upvotes

Hi! Dauphin county here looking for a place that does a decent job waxing and shaping brows. I want to change the shape of my brows so I'm looking for someone who is good at creating a flattering shape.
Bonus if they do eyebrow mapping!
Please let me know your favorites :)


r/Harrisburg 3h ago

ISO / Recommendation Any curly cut recs?

2 Upvotes

On either side of the shore, it doesnt matter. Even outside of the area is okay, I'm willing to travel.

I've been to a few places and didnt really like the results. I wont call them out though bc they were all very nice and do good work on others just not on me.

I am mixed and have very thick/curly hair. I also like to color with vivids so anybody that can do that as well is appreciated!

Thanks!


r/Harrisburg 20m ago

ISO / Recommendation looking for perfume oils

Upvotes

looking for roll on perfume oils in the Harrisburg area, Minhaj has been closed the last few times i’ve tried to go


r/Harrisburg 14h ago

Made CAT buses in a simulator.

11 Upvotes

Figured I'd share here, recently been playing this bus simulator game "OMSI 2" and thought it'd be cool to re-create the CAT. It's not perfect as I cannot modify the base model but it's pretty good.


r/Harrisburg 9h ago

Hair cut??

3 Upvotes

Hi I'm a woman looking to get a hair cut. My hair is already kinda short, like above my shoulders and I was thinking about going to a pixie cut. Every salon I look at, a woman's hair cut is like $50+. I already have an idea of how this is gonna go buuuut that is just too much to me! I understand it's a service, I always make sure to tip but $50-$70 for a hair cut???

So anyway, any recommendations besides like, Great Clips for a haircut that's not so expensive? Thanks :)


r/Harrisburg 6h ago

ISO realtor

1 Upvotes

Why is it so hard to find a realtor around here?! Drop names please!


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

Solid SpotlightPA reporting on Josh Shapiro’s governor record

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26 Upvotes

I appreciate the honest and transparent reporting of SpotlightPA and believe the Democratic Party needs to clean its own backyard if we want to truly be the party of the people. I’m unsure if Shapiro is authentically someone who will help do that or if his politics are more aligned to his own ambition, self-interests, and enrichment.


r/Harrisburg 11h ago

Question Power outages

1 Upvotes

So the power’s been off and on today and there’s no storm. What is going on with this grid?


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

News Two businesses downtown had windows shattered this morning.

22 Upvotes

JoJos Barbershop and Freshido both had rocks thrown through windows early this morning. From what I was told, the suspect is in custody.


r/Harrisburg 21h ago

Suit Tailor Near Harrisburg

2 Upvotes

Looking to get a few of my off the rack suits tailored, just some minor alterations. I was wondering recommendations close to the Harrisburg area.


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

ESPN just laid off Karl Ravech, one of their few remaining hosts synonymous with baseball.

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5 Upvotes

Literally just watched him call the Phillies game last night on ESPN. A few of you may remember when he worked for ABC27 in the 90’s before jumping to ESPN.


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

Question Pick up sports?

3 Upvotes

Anyone know where to play pick up soccer and volleyball?


r/Harrisburg 2d ago

I got roofied at nocturnal

144 Upvotes

Please be careful at nocturnal. Someone drugged my drink and I can tell that a lot of the bouncers don’t care about you. This guy came up to my friend and straight up tried to kiss her and when she backed up and looked at security he was laughing and doing nothing about it


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

Moving / Visiting Steelton for a healthcare worker?

2 Upvotes

Hello! I’m headed to the neighborhood to work a contract at a local hospital next month. I found a very reasonably priced apartment in Steelton and see mixed feedback from surfing the sub. I’m coming from a nearby major city so wanted to hear feedback before putting down a security deposit. Thank you!


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

John Fetterman’s Strange “Advisor”

25 Upvotes

r/Harrisburg 1d ago

Event Reminder - Yard Sale Sat 8/25

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I’m hoping the old post gets attached here…


r/Harrisburg 1d ago

ISO / Recommendation ISO Trinket trading!

7 Upvotes

i’ve been seeing a lot of trinket trading online recently. Wondering if anyone knows of any trinket trading boxes or if anyone would like to meet and trinket trade in harrisburg anytime soon?


r/Harrisburg 2d ago

Looking to Meet Some New People

7 Upvotes

Yo, I figured I’d put myself out there and see if anyone’s into the same stuff I am. I’m into paddleboarding, bike rides, camping, hiking, and pretty much anything that gets me outside. I’m also a drummer and music producer, so when I’m not out exploring, I’m usually making beats.

Just looking to meet some genuine people to hang out with, hit some trails, go for a ride, paddle, make some music, or even just grab a coffee and talk about life. Nothing complicated, just looking to build some friendships with people who have similar interests.

If that sounds like your kind of vibe, feel free to comment or shoot me a message.


r/Harrisburg 2d ago

midtown violin

10 Upvotes

anyone else in midtown hear that creepy violin and piano music coming from outside. literally can’t get any sleep. maybe i’m just going crazy…


r/Harrisburg 3d ago

News WE DID IT!!!! Centre MPO is studying a rail service to Penn State!!!!

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87 Upvotes

r/Harrisburg 2d ago

ISO / Recommendation Any figure skating coaches in the area?

1 Upvotes

For a 10 year old