Pittsburgh
Morning News
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Fresh Market is opening its first Pittsburgh store on March 18 at a former Whole Foods (vacated since 2022) in Shadyside. Doors open at 7 a.m. with a ribbon cutting scheduled at 8:30 a.m. and food samples, giveaways and a happy hour will follow. KDKA
- ➤ At 380 Auction in Murrysville, a fire on Monday — damaging three greenhouses, forklifts and supplies — was contained by firefighters who kept the flames from reaching the main building. Co-owner Jim Beacom said strong community support helped the business as it works to rebuild. WTAE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ VisitPittsburgh supports the launch of the MixBurgh Foundation — a new collaboration among local bars and distilleries aiming to boost the city's cocktail scene. The initiative was announced Tuesday, March 10. WPXI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SmartAsset’s study released on Tuesday, March 10 shows that a $100,000 income has varying purchasing power across U.S. cities, with Pittsburgh’s value at $76,064 + a 25.2% effective tax rate. The study highlights that taxes and living costs are reshaping how far dollars stretch nationwide. WPXI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Burrell High School senior Lily Sassani created a Holocaust education patch showing Girl Scouts' role during the Holocaust and will display it at the Tri-City Historical Society in New Kensington from March 12 through mid-April. She spent two years researching+ writing and interviewing to produce the project. The Tribune-Review
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A locally sold jackpot-winning Cash 5 ticket in southwestern Pennsylvania will expire soon — winners must check tickets to claim the prize before the deadline. WPXI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT announced that the McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge will close at 10 a.m. Saturday until March 14 for construction work + posted detours guide motorists along South Duquesne Boulevard while sidewalks remain open for pedestrians. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UPMC Magee-Womens nurses called for standardized staffing ratios on Tuesday in Oakland. They asked UPMC leadership to align nurse-to-patient ratios with local hospitals - a shift expected to improve patient care and reduce nurse burnout. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Steelers re-signed defensive tackle Esezi Otomewo after he played 12 games last season with nine tackles, one sack and one quarterback hit. The 6 ft 5 in, 282 lb player is expected to build on his three-sack preseason performance to strengthen the team’s rotation. PennLive
- ➤ Former Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett signed a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers worth up to $7.5 million. The Pitt first-round pick, joining his fifth NFL team after a season with the Raiders and Eagles, will prepare to compete for a starting role. PennLive
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A-10 Men's Basketball Championship Session 4
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM — PPG Paints Arena — Tickets from $28 — Catch the excitement as teams battle it out for the championship title in an action-packed session.
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Bastard Bearded Irishmen Festival
5-9 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $24.29 — Experience high-energy Celtic rock with local favorites and more on the Front Porch Stage.
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Josiah Queen: The Mt. Zion Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an uplifting night of worship with Josiah Queen and special guests as they perform powerful music from the Mt. Zion album.
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5AM Trio and G-Space Concert
8-11:59 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $32.01 — Enjoy a night of live music with 5AM Trio and G-Space at a top-rated venue.
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Shen Yun Performance
2:00-10:30 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a breathtaking journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture with stunning dance and live music.
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Aaron Gillespie Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29 to $33.26 — Experience an intimate evening of music and stories with Aaron Gillespie and friends.
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A Hands-On Introduction to Color Grading
6-9 p.m. — Trace Brewing — Bring your own laptop — Dive into the world of color grading with this immersive workshop using DaVinci Resolve.
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Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour
7-10 p.m. — Benedum Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket limit of 6 — Enjoy a unique blend of music and comedy from LA's rising star.
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Odoo Academy Training Session
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh Downtown — Free entry — Enhance your Odoo skills with interactive training sessions led by seasoned experts.
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Freddie Dredd Live
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Tickets from $81 — Freddie Dredd brings his unforgettable performance to Pittsburgh.
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