Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
Good morning, Pittsburgh.
Pat McAfee's 'We're All Mustangs Here' foundation donated new LED video displays, scoreboards and other upgrades to Plum High School as part of his long-standing support for local athletic programs.
The upgrades include an outdoor scoreboard — a key addition for game days — and an indoor video board installed by Daktronics.
Since arriving over a year ago, Toniya Moseley has struggled with unstable housing until she joined the 500 in 500 program—she is now finding steadier support for her and her two children.
Wegmans cleared the final hurdle to start construction on its first store in Pittsburgh region — the company said building will start soon.
Downtown’s $600 million revitalization plan has seen rising costs and delays as work inside the 44-story Gulf Tower continues while its outside remains unchanged—city officials say more time and money will be needed to complete the upgrades.
Yesterday, the Savannah Bananas + Texas Tailgaters visited UPMC Children's Hospital and spent time with patients and staff while bringing smiles to many faces.
Their visit left a positive mark on the hospital community.
Former Steelers quarterback Michael Vick made his college coaching debut as Norfolk State lost 27-7 to Towson—Towson built a 13-0 lead and scored three touchdowns—and Vick now plans to rebuild the program.
Pittsburgh Steelers sent one scout to the Ohio State—Texas game on Jan.10 to see 16-year-old Arch Manning work out as teams gathered data on college talent for future NFL draft picks.
Labor Day 5K Classic
9-11 a.m. — Alpine Club Lanes — Register online — Run the fastest 5K in Western Pennsylvania and set your personal record.
Men I Trust Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — Stage AE — $81-120 — Enjoy the dreamy sounds of Men I Trust live in Pittsburgh.
Kendall Street Company Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Thunderbird Café & Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience a genre-fluid rock concert filled with humor and improvisation.
Pittsburgh Irish Festival
Friday 4 p.m. – Sunday 5 p.m. — Rivers of Steel: Carrie Blast Furnaces National Historic Landmark — $60 weekend pass, free for kids under 12 — Celebrate Irish culture with music, food, and family-friendly activities.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
6:40-8:10 p.m. — PNC Park — Check the event details for ticket pricing — The first 20,000 fans enjoy a Bryan Reynolds bobblehead giveaway for the evening's clash.
Jonathan Coulton Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from the beloved internet musician Jonathan Coulton.
La Dispute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Spirit Hall — Tickets from $68 — Experience an intimate concert with La Dispute at a local venue in Pittsburgh.
Roberto Clemente Inspiring Change
11 AM — Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) — Free entry — Discover the inspiring legacy of Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente and his impact on youth globally.
Modern Calligraphy & Pumpkin Lettering Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Kingfly Spirits — Check pricing online — Unleash your creativity with a festive evening of calligraphy and pumpkin lettering fun.
Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — City Winery Pittsburgh — Ticketed event — An electrifying tribute to the King of Pop's legendary music.
Steel Rippers Underground Bike Rally & Launch Party
Step into the underground. Steel Rippers, a new motorcycle apparel company, is launching with a full-throttle rally and party that celebrates everything raw, loud, and unapologetically biker. Expect a night packed with live music from Fuse, smoke curling from fine cigars, tattoo artistry happening on-site, and the kind of biker grit you won’t find at a polished brewery party.
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