Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 passed through Westmoreland and Allegheny counties Saturday as free watch parties in towns like Derry and Greensburg gathered along Norfolk Southern tracks — delighting thousands with its powerful blasts and thick black smoke.

It stopped in Pitcairn and Leetsdale before continuing its journey.

McKees Rocks native Damar Hamlin hosted a youth football camp for 300 players on Saturday at Sto-Rox Junior and Senior High School and his Chasing M’s Foundation is sponsoring an all star game today with gates opening at 6 p.m. for high school seniors from Pittsburgh and Buffalo.

In June, Pittsburgh sports teams and local donors raised over $1.5 million in the #BurghProud Challenge to help the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank deliver 4.5 million meals to local families.

The Richard King Mellon Foundation matched donations, boosting the impact.

Pittsburgh officials and community members celebrated the grand opening of Homewood Pool on Friday, July 10 at Homewood Park (a $22.87 million transformation that added a natural turf football field, playground, amphitheater, and more), and the pool is now managed by CitiParks’ Aquatics Team.

Fort Pitt Museum hosted the 1776 Symposium Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. (admission ranged from $15 to $30) to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with expert talks and exhibits on the Revolution and western frontier.

Hartwood Acres was honored this week as the first park in Allegheny County to be inducted into the National Old-Growth Forest Network.

The 629-acre park — home to mixed hardwood forests — encourages visitors to reconnect with nature while exploring its public trails.

Local public health officials note that CDC data shows 2-year-old vaccination coverage dropped 1 to 2 percentage points and flu shots fell nearly 7.4 points – experts stress vaccines remain vital to protect children against serious illness.

Allegheny Health Network now offers Nurse Midwife Services from a new office in Penn Hills (providing care for low-to-moderate risk pregnancies and routine women’s health visits).

Providers plan to educate residents about midwife care and expect more referrals as word-of-mouth grows.

Esmerlyn Valdez hit two home runs that helped the Pirates rally to a 7-6 win over the Brewers at PNC Park on Saturday afternoon.

The win marked the first game of a doubleheader.

The Pirates announced Friday night that they acquired infielder Jacob Gonzalez and left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert from the White Sox in exchange for pitcher Jaden Woods and the 34th overall pick (aimed at bolstering Pittsburgh's bullpen) as part of their MLB Draft selections on Saturday.

The Pirates surpassed last year’s home run total on Tuesday night at PNC Park when Ryan O’Hearn hit a towering homer.

Fans cheered the milestone as the team built on its strong season (a record-breaking moment that has energized local supporters).

The Pittsburgh Pirates selected LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with the No. 5 overall pick in the MLB Draft, building on their recent success (expectations are high for his future role).

The Pirates won both games of their doubleheader against the Brewers on Saturday, Jul.

11, as Bryan Reynolds delivered the game-winning hit and reached base safely three times—securing a strong victory.

Congress The Band Concert

8 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Ticket availability varies — Enjoy an evening of live music with Congress The Band in a vibrant venue.

Congress The Band Live

8:00 – 11:00 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Congress The Band in a lively setting.

Pittsburgh Speed Dating for Singles Age 30s/40s

7-9 p.m. — The Dog Penn — Check website for ticket price — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly speed dating event.

Ax and the Hatchetmen Concert

8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — General Admission Tickets available — Experience an indie rock night featuring the energetic Ax and the Hatchetmen with special guest John-Robert.

Captain Mike & The Shipwrecked Tribute

8 p.m. — Crafthouse Stage & Grill — Ticket options available — Celebrate the music of Jimmy Buffett with Captain Mike and The Shipwrecked at this lively tribute event.

USL Championship: Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Louisville City FC

12:00 – 15:00 — F.N.B. Stadium — Check event for cost — Witness an exciting USL Championship clash between two competitive teams.

World Cup Fan Zone Parking

2-6 PM — Acrisure Stadium — Parking from $14 — Secure your spot for the World Cup Fan Zone event.

Man Man Concert at Mr. Small's Theatre

8:00 p.m. — Mr Small's Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the eclectic sounds of Man Man live in Pittsburgh.

An Evening with Harry Connick Jr.

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exceptional musical talent with Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist Harry Connick Jr.

Company - The Musical

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Greer Cabaret Theater — Tickets from $90 — Experience the iconic musical Company in an intimate setting and enjoy a night of theatrical excellence.