Good morning, Allentown.

The Lehigh Valley Auto Show opened yesterday and is underway with hundreds of cars on display and local dealers ready to chat with visitors—it will run through Sunday with adults paying $10 while children, seniors, veterans, and first responders get free or discounted entry.

Allentown’s Rice Bowl program began in 1975 when Monsignor Robert Coll set up donation boxes to help those in need and is now marking its 50th year.

The program has raised more than $350 million and supports 78 parishes (with 75% of funds used for global aid) (and 25% kept locally).

Locally owned American Bank in Allentown reached $1 billion in assets on March 18 — a milestone achieved after over 25 years of service — as Chairman and CEO Mark Jaindl recognized the team's hard work that built customer trust.

Police responded just before 12:50 a.m. early Thursday to a break-in call on the 4800 block of West Hopewell Road in Upper Saucon Township and engaged in a half-hour standoff with an armed suspect who died—authorities said—after negotiations broke down.

At 12:48 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 4800 block of West Hopewell Road in Upper Saucon Township after a 911 call about a break-in—police spent over 30 minutes negotiating with 35-year-old Jessica Gracia before she fatally shot herself and was pronounced dead at 2:41 a.m.—and the home is now boarded up as the investigation continues.

Muhlenberg College’s Fahy Commons received Phius Passive House Certification on March 3 for its energy efficiency and comfort—making it the state’s first non-dormitory higher education passive house; the 20,000-square-foot building already earned two other sustainability awards and features over 180 solar panels and a 10,000-gallon rainwater cistern.

Parkland High School student Eddy Zhang (9th grade) qualified for the U.S. Junior Mathematical Olympiad after strong math contest scores; he now prepares to join other top math students in the competition.

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.

NCAA Men's Hockey Allentown Regional - Session 1

The PPL Center will host the 2025 NCAA Division 1 Men's Ice Hockey regionals, featuring exciting matchups from top teams.

Jessie's Girl: Back To The Eighties

7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Cost Info — Relive the vibrant sounds and culture of the Eighties at this exciting music event.

Lets Sing Taylor - A Live Band Experience

7:30–9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Admission details not provided — Celebrate the music of Taylor Swift with a live band in a vibrant setting.

Mat Return Open Wrestling Tournament

11:00 AM - 12:59 AM — Muhlenberg Memorial Hall — Entry fee applicable — Compete in the excitement of men's folkstyle and novice women's freestyle wrestling.

Nunsense Musical Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Discount tickets available — Enjoy a delightful night with the lovable antics of nuns in this entertaining musical.

Blue Zones Project Allentown Kick-off

10 AM – 3 PM — PPL Center — Free entry — Explore health and well-being through activities and local resources at this community kick-off event.

Easter Buffet

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Slopeside Pub & Grill — Enjoy a festive brunch or lunch buffet in a scenic ballroom setting.