Good morning, Allentown.

The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission is coordinating with tech developers to plan new AI-driven data centers that promise local job growth while addressing power and infrastructure concerns — proposals include a 5.1 million sqft Atlas Industrial project in South Whitehall and another expansion in Upper Macungie.

The LVEDC released its seventh Hot Careers Dashboard and Guide today, showing the region’s most in-demand jobs, salaries and training programs (including options for students and mid-career professionals).

Career counselors and employers can use the guide to plan workforce development.

Catasauqua High School announced its first-quarter honor roll for grades 9 to 12 as part of the 2025 – 26 academic year.

The school highlighted students’ academic achievements on campus.

Riders raised concerns at a meeting Wednesday night as LANTA proposed fare hikes—raising base fares from $2 to $2.50, day passes from $4 to $5, and monthly passes from $60 to $70—to meet state requirements and inflation; the board will vote next month, with increases in effect by late March.

Lehigh County Coroner Dan Buglio said his office has expanded post-mortem testing for respiratory viruses – influenza, COVID‑19 and RSV – in unattended home deaths to confirm causes.

Deputies now carry testing kits, and results are processed within 48–72 hours and shared with local health officials to track the surge.

A seven-story apartment building at Walnut and South Fourth with 44 one- and two-bedroom units received preliminary final approval Tuesday from the planning commission in Allentown — the project, known as The Quarter, will feature interior parking, a lobby, and a green rooftop lounge as additional plans are pending.

Frank DiBussolo Trio: Bucky Pizzarelli Legacy

7:30-10 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets required — Experience masterful jazz guitar in tribute to the legendary Pizzarelli.

Neko Case Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $1 from each ticket benefits Peer Solutions — Experience an evening of enchanting music by Neko Case in a welcoming venue.

Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

7:05-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Tickets required — A thrilling AHL matchup featuring local hockey rivalries.

Downtown Allentown Restaurant Week

February 1-7 — Downtown Allentown — Variety of offers and prix fixe menus — Indulge in delicious specials at local eateries during this culinary celebration.

R&B ONLY

8 PM – 12 AM — Archer Music Hall — 21+ event — Sing, dance, and experience R&B music from past to present.