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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Steel Curtain, the Pittsburgh Steelers-themed coaster at Kennywood, reopens today at 11 a.m. after a year-long closure for modifications—Kennywood added three new columns and braces to improve safety. PennLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ This summer, Cinemark will offer family movie tickets for $1.75 (plus taxes and fees) at four local theaters in Pittsburgh. The deal will be part of the new Summer Movie Clubhouse (available for certain movies) that brings affordable family outings. WPXI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day Weekend brings a variety of events to Pittsburgh. Kennywood Bites and Pints Food and Drink Festival runs each weekend through June 29 with global food and rides available, Pittsburgh Riverlife Chalk Fest takes place on Isabella Street (North Shore) with street art, food and live music, and the Mega Reptile Expo at the Monroeville Convention Center runs today and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for exotic pet enthusiasts. CBS Pittsburgh
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State's Board of Trustees voted to close seven commonwealth campuses—including Penn State New Kensington—at the end of spring 2027. Affected campuses will stop accepting new or transfer students after fall 2025 as they begin a two-year wind-down phase that leaves students and faculty facing an uncertain future. WTAE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brooke Riederer, a Pittsburgh mom under 40, suffered a 'widow maker' heart attack while shoveling snow at her Ross Township home on May 23rd and was rushed to AHN Wexford where doctors found her main artery was 99% blocked. She now urges other women to seek prompt treatment for symptoms like jaw or back pain—warning that early care can save lives. CBS Pittsburgh
- ➤ A Pittsburgh woman under 40 survived a widow maker heart attack even though she was healthy. Brooke Riederer spoke with KDKA's Lindsay Ward to share what women should know about heart attack symptoms. CBS Pittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jonah Montagnese won the Class 2A 1,600-meter race in Shippensburg as WPIAL runners finished in the top three spots. His fast run set him apart — his victory points to strong competition in future meets. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
- ➤ Former Steelers cornerback Steven Nelson said on Instagram that the team should move on from free agent Aaron Rodgers because he is 'washed and he don’t give a damn' — urging them to spend money on someone else. Alex Highsmith said team members remain excited if Rodgers signs while Rodgers said he must focus on personal matters involving family health. PennLive
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Post Malone Live with Jelly Roll
6:30-9:30 p.m. — PNC Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a blend of pop and hip-hop with chart-topping artist Post Malone and special guest Jelly Roll.
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Southern Avenue Live Performance
8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the uplifting sounds of the Grammy-nominated Southern Avenue blending blues, soul, and gospel.
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Christian Singles Paint Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Paint Monkey Waterfront — $43 for Hub Members, $58 for Non Hub Members — Unleash your creativity while connecting with local Christian singles in a fun and welcoming environment.
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Nikka Costa Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Nikka Costa on her Dirty Disco Tour.
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American Aquarium Concert
8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission Tickets — Experience a night of anthemic rock songs reflecting on maturity and balance in life.
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Vampire Weekend Concert
5-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Ticket prices vary — Experience Vampire Weekend live in Pittsburgh as they perform their greatest hits and new tracks from their latest album.
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Heart Attack Man Live
7-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $35.32+ — Rock out with Heart Attack Man and friends for an electrifying evening.
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Madame Clicquot
2-11:30 p.m. — Pittsburgh CLO — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Madame Clicquot at Byham Theater on June 5th.
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Jon Pardi Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Petersen Events Center — Tickets vary — Experience the neo-traditional sounds of Jon Pardi on his Hollywood Honky Tour.
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Mt. Joy Concert
7-9 p.m. — Stage AE — Last-minute ticket availability — Experience an unforgettable evening with Mt. Joy's music in Pittsburgh.
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