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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Pittsburgh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After weeks of heavy rain, Venture Outdoors opened its new Downtown Dock on the Allegheny River on Friday, June 13—featuring a 100-by-50-foot floating facility with four kayak launches including one ADA-compliant launch. The dock, located near the Convention Center, offered a variety of kayak rentals and will expand in 2026 with plans for a boathouse that includes educational opportunities. NEXTpittsburgh
- ➤ Pittsburgh mascots will race go-karts at Three Rivers Karting Entertainment Park in Leetsdale on Thursday, July 24th at 8:30 p.m.—the race will take place during halftime of a championship—and free admission lets fans vote for their favorite mascot’s chosen charity until 7 p.m. WPXI
- ➤ Ginette Conover’s dog, Penny, went missing on Dec. 3 and was not seen for 34 days until volunteers, flyers, and a drone search helped locate her near John J. Kane Regional Center, and she is now healthy with only a few ticks. Ginette and her husband Kevin said they are very thankful for the community help—neighbors worked together to bring Penny home. The Tribune-Review
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday morning, a rollover crash in Point Breeze killed one male teen and injured three others (one in critical condition) according to Pittsburgh Public Safety. The Tribune-Review
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business owners and city council are working to revive East Carson Street in South Side where over 20% of storefronts are vacant by hand-delivering a survey to ask about improvements such as landscaping, lighting, and security. The survey must be completed by Aug 31 to determine if owners will pay annual fees for changes & to attract more daytime and nighttime customers. WTAE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The board of governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education approved tuition rates for the 2025-26 school year with in‑state tuition rising by $139 per semester to $3,997 and full‑year tuition increasing by $278 after a seven‑year freeze—PASSHE is asking for a 6.5% state appropriation increase that may reverse the hike if more funding is provided, affecting local institutions such as PennWest California, PennWest Clarion, IUP and Slippery Rock University. WTAE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This July, Pittsburgh welcomes 11 new restaurants offering a mix of cuisines and dining styles in neighborhoods from East Liberty to the South Side — the openings include revived concepts and first ventures by seasoned restaurateurs who aim to shake up the local food scene. These new spots provide residents with a range of options from quick lunches to unique dinner experiences. NEXTpittsburgh
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pittsburgh Steelers signed T.J. Watt to a new three-year extension that pays him $41 million a season and makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback. His contract is worth up to $144 million over four years — it keeps him with the team until 2028. PennLive
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Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival 2025
2-8 p.m. — Hartwood Acres Park — Save up to $10 on admission — Experience regional wines and spirits amidst the stunning backdrop of a Tudor Mansion.
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Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
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Gospel Sunday at the Northside Mysic Festival
GOSPEL SUNDAY at the Northside Music Festival — Sunday, July 20 | Allegheny Commons East Park — Free Admission! Open to All. 10a–2p, 5–8p — A day of live music, faith, food, and family fun!
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Abe Partridge Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Check venue for cost — Experience the musical talent of renowned songwriter and visual artist Abe Partridge.
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La Grassa Pizza at The Vandal
5-9 p.m. — The Vandal — $31 to $50 — Enjoy a special pizza night featuring La Grassa's signature dishes while the chef takes a well-deserved break.
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The Soul Rebels Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets starting at $64 — Experience the exciting sounds of The Soul Rebels in Pittsburgh.
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USPA Level 2 Coach Certification Course
All day — David L. Lawrence Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Enhance your coaching skills with hands-on experience and in-depth training for powerlifting athletes.
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Oil Change Workshop
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Millvale Tool Library — Free entry — Learn the basics of changing your car's oil in this hands-on workshop.
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Body By Design Grand Re-Opening and Community Wellness Day
2-5 p.m. — Body By Design — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with demos, giveaways, and a community spirit at the new holistic spa location.
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The Mocktail Mixer
6-8 p.m. — Velum Fermentation — Ticketed event — Celebrate Pittsburgh’s sober community with creative zero-proof cocktails and engaging activities.
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Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Miami FC
7-10 p.m. — Highmark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a Wicked Theme Night filled with Broadway magic and a postgame Fireworks Frenzy.
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