Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Valerie Warning has helped families keep food on their tables in the Gateway School District through her Good Samaritan work.
Neighbors celebrate her dedication today — a strong reminder of local support in action.
Allegheny County announced that the century-old Andy Warhol Bridge will celebrate its 100th birthday on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; the party will include contests, games, and performances (with a poem reading and cake blowing) along with food and drink.
A planning process for Penn State New Kensington has started to shape the site's future after closure next spring.
Economic Growth Connection invites community input via a survey from June 23 to Aug. 6 and pop-up meetings on June 26 + July 24 at Voodoo Brewing and Digital Foundry.
Giant Eagle said it will offer more value-oriented bread options after Schwebel Baking Company, source for its branded bread, announced its summer closure due to rising costs and aging equipment — shoppers now see notices in the bread aisle.
Point State Park will close temporarily to prepare for the America250PA concert featuring Nelly and Third Eye Blind this weekend at the park.
The venue will reopen after event setups are complete.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are falling more slowly than in other parts of the region, leaving experts unsure when state averages will fall below $4 per gallon.
The University of Pittsburgh’s CyberCamp welcomes 180 students for a free weeklong program at Oakland and Greensburg campuses.
The camp teaches defensive cybersecurity skills (including threat hunting and digital ethics) to help students master hands-on tech tasks.
A busy Pittsburgh road will close for three days — crews will repair it for the University Line project, and drivers should expect disruptions starting today.
PennDOT crews are finishing the new Commercial Street Bridge deck by using sprinklers (part of a 14-day wet cure process to prevent cracking) as they prepare for the full closure of Parkway East on July 10.
Nine deck placements have used about 2,400 cubic yards of concrete.
Drivers in Pittsburgh will face overnight lane restrictions on the Fort Duquesne Bridge starting tonight as Swank Construction begins field measurements for a $12.17 million preservation project — the northbound upper deck and southbound lower deck will run one lane from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weeknights until July 1.
On Tuesday, patients and visitors at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center found free parking offered by Kay Days, a nonprofit established by Robin Rowe in memory of his wife Kay.
The program replaces the usual $5 fee and now extends benefits to other health centers.
TopGolf Fundraiser Event
6-9 p.m. — Topgolf Pittsburgh — Join for a fun night of golfing, snacks, and drinks — Support a great cause benefiting children in need of permanent families.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
6:00-7:10 p.m. — PNC Park — $10 Loaded Value included — Celebrate West Virginia University Night with baseball and exclusive giveaways.
Knights of the Arcade Comedy Show
— 75 minutes — Arcade Comedy Theater — $15, $10 for college students — Experience a hilarious D&D comedy adventure with audience participation and charismatic characters.
Devora Live Performance
6:00 – 10:30 PM — Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique fusion of outlaw country and dark pop with multimedia artistry by DEVORA.
Tunes At The Terminal: PAPPY SOLO
5-8 p.m. — Strip District Terminal — Free entry — Enjoy live local music in a vibrant atmosphere at one of Pittsburgh's iconic gathering spots.
Speed Dating for Singles in Pittsburgh
7-9 p.m. — Smiling Moose Brewing — $30 ticket — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
WILLIS Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Entry for 18+ or with guardians — Experience the evolving sound of indie rock with WILLIS and The Booyah! Kids.
Love in the Club
8:30 – 11:59 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $27.84 — A vibrant night of 2000s R&B and hip hop dance hits awaits.
MK Fullerton / LOWREV Album Release Show
6-10 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $29.39 to $51.37 — Catch MK Fullerton and LOWREV as they celebrate their album release with special guests Jaxon and Kid Tigrrr.
Brewers vs. Pirates with Postgame Concert
12:15 p.m. — PNC Park — Game ticket required — Enjoy an exciting MLB game followed by a concert from Jordan Davis.
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