Pittsburgh
Morning News
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pim Neill, a 6-year-old girl in Pittsburgh, set a state record by selling over 81,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies since January through door-to-door sales and a viral TikTok campaign for her new kindergarten troop. Her achievement shows local support and teaches young entrepreneurs the value of hard work. CBS Pittsburgh
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Swanson School of Engineering will host a Black History Month event on Feb. 25 at 102 Benedum Hall & Kyaien Conner will present 'The Science of Sankofa' from noon to 1:30 p.m. Attendees can join a Q&A and enjoy lunch. University Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University is piloting the ClassRanked teaching survey system this semester with real time response tracking and AI comment analysis; faculty can join the spring test by signing up before March 2 and full rollout is planned for summer and fall. Data from the old system will be securely transferred. University Times
- ➤ UPMC's Freedom House 2.0 marked its fifth year with a graduate ceremony held Friday at ACH Clear Pathways' Kaufmann Center in Pittsburgh's Hill District, birthplace of the original service. Graduates and officials like Mayor O'Connor and EMS Chief Gilchrist highlighted the program’s role in advancing local medical care. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City crews will start a pothole blitz at 6 a.m. today as 30 trucks fill potholes with cold patch asphalt after the thaw across the city. WPXI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Molchan, a retired mail carrier who received a heart and kidney transplant on May 23, delivered Valentine’s cards by local students at the Center for Organ Recovery (a National Donor Day tribute). He said his gift inspires him to return to golf and cherish a new grandchild. WTAE
- ➤ Pitt launched the Trivedi Institute for Space and Global Biomedicine on Jan. 29 to study spaceflight's impact on human health and develop new treatments (supported by a $25 million donation from the Trivedi Family Foundation) to boost local research and education. The Pitt News
- ➤ Subway on the 900 block of Ridge Avenue in the North Side was closed on Thursday after a health inspection found 10 violations (including two high-risk issues like improper food cooling). The restaurant must pass a reinspection before it can reopen. KDKA
- ➤ The FDA said salmon sold at BJ’s Wholesale Clubs may be contaminated with Listeria. The recall covers 2-lb. bags of Wellsley Farms Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon sold from Jan. 31 to Feb. 7 in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina & Virginia, and buyers are being contacted for guidance. WPXI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Despite snow covering the fields, flower farmer Becca Ringham at Eleven Mile Farm is growing tulips indoors using hydroponics to provide fresh blooms for Valentine's Day; her crate-grown bulbs for Easter and hands-on flower workshops add extra appeal, with blooms sold on her website & at local shops. WTAE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Elroy Face, the pioneer relief pitcher who helped the Pirates win the 1960 World Series, died at 97 yesterday. He set records with 188 unofficial saves and led the franchise with 802 appearances + was inducted into the Pirates Hall of Fame in 2023. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ Local hockey goalie Gwyneth Phillips (who honed her skills in Fox Chapel as a child) will represent Team USA at the Milan Olympics. WPXI
- ➤ Last Friday, Deer Lakes, seeded No. 13, forced turnovers with strong defense against No. 4 Derry, leading to an upset win as students celebrated outside the locker room (highlighting a spirited moment for the team). Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ On Friday, the Elizabeth Forward boys basketball team recorded its highest offensive score of the season in the opening round of the WPIAL Class 4A playoffs against Avonworth — a win that boosts their playoff hopes. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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The Lone Bellow Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience The Lone Bellow’s heartfelt storytelling and harmonies live with a pre-show performance and meet & greet.
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Chris Cain Live Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket tiers vary — Experience the unforgettable soulful Memphis style electric blues of Chris Cain.
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Dave Hause and the Mermaid & Strike Anywhere Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission — Experience a night of rock and punk with Dave Hause and a special performance by Strike Anywhere.
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Disney On Ice - Road Trip Adventures
7-9 p.m. — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets from $37 — Experience a magical journey with beloved Disney characters on ice.
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Langhorne Slim - The Dreamin' Kind Concert
7-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry details may apply — Experience Langhorne Slim's new rock-infused album live as he merges Americana with 1970s vibes.
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Twin Peaks Day Celebration
6 PM – 12 AM — Grim Wizard Coffee — $10 cover — Experience a night with DJs, performances, and trivia in a Twin Peaks-themed adventure.
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INZO: MirrorVerse Tour
7 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience an immersive electronic journey with INZO's innovative soundscapes and vibrant performances.
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Beatles Vs. Dead
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Experience the psychedelic tribute to The Beatles and Grateful Dead by local favorites Eleanor Walrus and Fungus.
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Pittsburgh Winter Wine Festival
12-10 p.m. — PPG PLACE 1 WINTERGARDENS Pittsburgh — Tickets on sale now — Sip, swirl, and savor the best wines of the season at Pittsburgh's premier winter celebration.
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Bryce Vine Concert
7-9 p.m. — Spirit Hall — $54 — Experience a night with Bryce Vine at one of Pittsburgh's favorite venues.
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