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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Butz Family of Companies in Allentown is using Lean practices on two large healthcare projects to cut waste and improve teamwork. Director Emily Lowe said the team trains on the Lean Integrated Project Delivery process (a method that emphasizes early involvement and open communication) to better meet client needs. Lehigh Valley Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 7—two days ago—hundreds of high school students from Bucks, Lehigh, and Northampton attended ArtsQuest Music Industry Day in Bethlehem to learn about music programming and production at a nonprofit venue. The event offered a look at behind-the-scenes work that sets up shows and pays for bands—teaching students about career paths in music and film. Lehigh Valley News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Da Vinci Science Center announced winners of the 2025 STEAM Awards who will be celebrated at Science Soirée on April 25 at PPL Pavilion — the awards honor exceptional students and educators for achievements in science, technology, engineering, arts and math, with accomplishments ranging from biomedical research and engineering innovation to equity in science education. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro announced 81 new Main Street Matters investments to boost small business and repair main streets across Pennsylvania today — including funding for projects in the Lehigh Valley like a $1 million investment for Northampton County redevelopment and support for a redevelopment project in Bethlehem. The investments are part of his budget proposal that adds $20 million to the program to spur local economic growth. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Northampton County’s billionaire businessman turned astronaut Jared Isaacman—who led private space missions and founded Shift4—will appear today for his NASA administrator confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill at 10 a.m. His nomination is supported by former NASA astronauts and follows his notable contributions to local projects in the Lehigh Valley. 69 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Allen High School Canary is competing in Sports Illustrated's 2025 Best Mascot in America contest and leads the Sweet 16 round by 50 votes. The mascot must win to move on to the Elite 8 bracket — it will face canine Stormin’ Norman from Center Point-Urbana High School with voting ending Friday at 11:59 p.m. Lehigh Valley News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Easter Buffet
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Slopeside Pub & Grill — Enjoy a festive brunch or lunch buffet in a scenic ballroom setting.
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Science Soiree
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Da Vinci Science Center — Tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of science with an engaging evening of exploration and discovery.
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Pickle Fest
11 AM – 5 PM — Slatington EXPO Center — Free entry — Celebrate all things pickled with tastings, food pairings, and family-friendly fun.
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Pinfest
10 AM - 7 PM — Allentown Agri-Plex — Registration required — Explore a vibrant indoor and outdoor flea market focused on pinball and gaming culture.
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ROOTED - Allentown Health & Wellness Festival
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness with local vendors, fitness classes, and wholesome food options.
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LVRR May Summer Series 5K
10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — 1600 Park Dr, Allentown, PA — Free entry — Participate in a lively 5K race that kicks off a monthly series from May to September.
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the fun of live theatre with Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.
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