Good morning, Pittsburgh.

Pennsylvania hunters set a record for the season by donating 294,844 pounds of venison that provided about 1.2 million servings to families facing food insecurity.

The initiative processed donations from 8,382 deer with help from over 110 licensed processors across 56 counties.

Wayfair will open its first Pennsylvania store next year at North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.

The 95,000 sqft plan includes an on-site design studio and aims to boost local shopping options.

Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh is launching a monthly program on Third Thursdays that extends museum hours for visitors to explore all six floors, enjoy a cash bar + join guided tours.

The Baldwin-Whitehall School District appointed Dr. David Muench as principal of J.

E. Harrison Middle School Tuesday. Muench brings 29 years of education experience and will work with staff to support students during this transition.

Dorseyville Middle School teacher Scott Vensel was named Holocaust Center’s Educator of the Year for his LIGHT Education Initiative that promotes Holocaust education (encouraging students to reflect on history and tolerance) in Indiana Township.

Tomlinson, a retired land management supervisor, signed a conservation easement agreement with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to protect 35 acres of family farmland (seven generations) in Clark Hollow, Ligonier Township, ensuring it remains undeveloped for future generations.

PennDOT will soon begin floodwall reconstruction on Parkway East's ‘Bathtub’ section—known for frequent Monongahela River flooding—to raise walls that slow floods.

Work is expected to start early October or late September; drivers will face lane and ramp closures as contract details finalize, with a full one-week closure planned in 2027.

Lidl has expanded a multi-state recall of Eridanous Shortbread Cookies after it was found that the packaging lacked English allergen information.

Customers with allergies to wheat, soy, milk, egg, or coconut should dispose of the cookies or return them for a refund.

The Steelers cut ties with former first-round safety Darnell Savage after one month on the roster and signed safety Rayshawn Jenkins+ Coach Mike McCarthy said Savage’s injury recovery and limited drill time led to the swift change.

Pitt quarterback Mason Heintschel was named to the 90th Maxwell Award watch list after setting freshman records last season with 201 completions for 2,354 yards and 16 touchdowns.

Semifinalists will be announced Nov. 10 and the winner is set to be revealed Dec. 10.

On Monday, the Pirates bolstered their bullpen by acquiring reliever Luke Weaver from the Mets, Kirby Yates from the Angels, Lake Bachar from the Marlins, and Triple-A pitcher Andrew Moore from the Padres (all deals involving prospects) as they sought to strengthen their team for a push into October.

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez was named National League Rookie of the Month for July after posting strong numbers before today.

The honor underscores his growing impact on the team.

Family members filled the stands at Steelers training camp in Pittsburgh as they welcomed home a celebrated local football star from Gateway High School and Penn State who once energized the hometown team.

In a July 30 statement, the Steelers said players hold different personal views after Aaron Rodgers used the Pat McAfee Show to criticize Dr. Fauci and defend his anti-vaccination stance.

Rodgers’ remarks have sparked discussion within the locker room.

JGBG & Terpene Station Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — $20.17 — Celebrate the music and memory of Jerry Garcia with high-octane bluegrass and Grateful Dead tributes.