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Friday, February 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Zoo initiates a $10 million project to develop a Children’s Activity Area, expected to enhance educational programs, animal well-being, and increase annual attendance by 30,000. Lehigh Valley Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The IRS is reducing its workforce by 6,000 jobs, with many in enforcement, potentially delaying tax filings and emphasizing the importance of early filing due to tax code changes, including adjusted tax brackets and deductions. 69 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Allentown School District approved the purchase of a 16.7-acre site for $14.95 million to build a new K-8 school complex in East Allentown. 69 News
- ➤ Pennsylvania's auditor general advocates for an overhaul in cyber charter school funding, highlighting an outdated 2002 funding formula and excessive spending on buildings despite being online-based. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown seeks community feedback on the second draft of its comprehensive zoning ordinance and SALDO update to guide future development. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Allentown City Council voted to expand the role of its solicitor in a discrimination investigation, costing an additional $15,000 amidst concerns over financial implications and management of the inquiry. 69 News
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie expands constituent services with three new district offices in Allentown, Carbon County, and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, operational Monday through Friday. 69 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Health Network unveils plans for two new medical facilities at the historic Bethlehem Steel site, including the region's first women's health center. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
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Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show
The Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show features landscape designers and vendors showcasing a variety of flowers, plants, garden products, and art.
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Sebastian Maniscalco Live at PPL Center
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco will perform live at the PPL Center in Allentown.
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Rascal Flatts - Life Is A Highway Tour
Rascal Flatts will celebrate 25 years of music with a concert at the PPL Center in Allentown.
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Cowboy Bebop Live Concert
A 14-piece ensemble of professional musicians will perform music from the acclaimed anime series Cowboy Bebop.
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West End St. Patrick’s 5K Race 2025
The West End St. Patrick’s 5K in Allentown, PA, returns for its 15th year, inviting participants to don festive green attire for a spirited community race.
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