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WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY — West Chester University is planning two days of events for the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, anchored by a tribute to Michael Horrocks, a 1985 alumnus and former Golden Rams football player who was co-pilot of United Airlines Flight 175, the second plane to hit the World Trade Center. A statue of Horrocks stands at John A. Farrell Stadium, where players touch its toe before taking the field for home games.

At Saturday's 6 p.m. home opener against Indiana University of Pennsylvania, the stadium will observe a moment of silence for Horrocks and all who died in the attacks, followed by a post-game film tribute and fireworks marking the start of the home season.

On Friday morning, the WCU Student Veterans Group will host a public memorial ceremony on the Academic Quad from 9 to 10:30 a.m. West Chester Police Chief Josh Lee will speak, along with Jeremy Ruspantine, a student veteran who was in high school on 9/11 and later served in Iraq. That evening, the Wells School of Music's free 10th annual Concert on the Quad will include Barber's "Adagio for Strings" as a 9/11 tribute and Copland's "Lincoln Portrait," narrated by university President Laurie Bernotsky. Both Friday events move to the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in case of rain.

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DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Corinne J. Badman has been named Downingtown's new borough manager, a role she had been filling on an interim basis after two years as assistant manager. With nearly 30 years in municipal government, Badman said her priorities include infrastructure, flood mitigation, parks, public safety, financial planning and securing grants to ease the burden on taxpayers. She emphasized open communication with residents and invited them to reach her at [email protected]. See her message at Downingtown.org

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Downingtown Borough announced Wednesday that it is seeking residents to serve on five volunteer panels that help shape local policy. The openings include an alternate seat on the Zoning Hearing Board, alternate positions on the Planning Commission, and vacancies on the Historic Commission, the Flood Advisory Committee and the Sustainability Advisory Committee.

The borough emphasized that applicants do not need a professional background in any of these areas. Residents with a straightforward interest in contributing are welcome, and borough staff provide guidance to help new members understand what their roles involve. Most of the panels meet once a month.

Descriptions of each board and committee, along with the volunteer application, are available at downingtown.org/281/Volunteer. Residents with questions can call the borough office at 610-269-0344, ext. 201.

EAST CALN TWP — East Caln Township will restrict Bell Tavern Boulevard to one lane from Monday, Sept. 21, through Wednesday, Oct. 7, weather permitting, while a contractor performs stormwater infrastructure work in the roadway. Flaggers will direct traffic, and drivers are asked to use caution and allow extra time. Access from Madison Way, Lincoln Drive and Kennedy Drive may be blocked at times, but only one at a time.

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Host Jenny Leigh talks with boudoir photographer John Thompson, who traded a nearly decade-long law enforcement career in Georgia for a fresh start in Chester County after meeting his wife, Victoria. Thompson shares how he built JWTIV Photo into an award-winning boudoir business focused on everyday women — moms, brides, and first responders — rather than models, and how he and Victoria create a comfortable, full-day client experience from consultation to reveal.

He speaks openly about overcoming stereotypes as a male photographer, the professional credentials and training behind his work, and the emotional impact of helping clients see themselves in a new light — an experience that's also been part of his own healing from his time in law enforcement. The episode wraps with a look at what sets his business apart and his love for life in Chester County as a transplant who's made it home.

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Upcoming local events…

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 5, 9am-1pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 12, 9am-1pm

KSQ Mushroom Festival (Kennett Square) - Sept 12 & 13

Pastries With The Police (Wallace twp) - Sept 12, 10am-12pm

Kids Day @ East Caln Park (Bell Tavern) - Sept 12, 10am

Battle of the Bands (Downingtown VFW) - Sept 12, 12pm

Caln Community Day (Caln) - Sept 12, 4pm-8pm

Annual Cheers to CVC: Battle of the Badges (Exton) - Sept 17, 5pm-8pm

Upper Uwchlan Litter Clean-up (Upper Uwchlan) - Sept 19, 9am-11am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 19, 9am-1pm

Historic Chadds Ford Days - Sept 19, 10am-5pm

Battle of The Coulds March up Ship Rd (Uwchlan) - Sept 19, 10am-1pm

Wallace Twp Community Day (Glenmoore) - Sept 19, 10:30am

Third Annual PawPaw Festival (Bondsville Park) - Sept 19, 11am

Master Plans Presentation: Lionville and Rossi Parks (Exton) - Sept 23, 7pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Sept 26, 9am-1pm

Lithium Battery Collection Event (West Bradford) - Sept 26, 9am-11am

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Oct 3, 9am-1pm

Downingtown Fall Fest - Oct 4, 11am-4pm

East Brandywine Fall Festival - Oct 4, 12pm-3pm

Downingtown Farmers’ Market (Kerr Park) - Oct 10, 9am-1pm

Family Fall Fest (Broad Run Park) - Oct 10, 4pm-7pm

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