Good morning, Allentown.

A 48-year-old Bethlehem man drowned Sunday at Scott Park after being recovered from the confluence of the Lehigh and Delaware rivers, marking the second fatal river incident in a week and prompting officials to urge caution on the waterways.

U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie announced on Friday that Mack Defense in Allentown has received $47 million in federal funding to continue building the M917A3 heavy dump truck for the U.S. military.

The funding is part of a five-year contract (up to $221.8 million) to meet heavy logistics needs.

Lehigh Valley public schools are testing a new AI system that scans security footage for guns (developed by ZeroEyes), with some districts planning to deploy it this fall while others remain undecided.

Officials say the tool is meant to boost student safety.

Whitehall-Coplay School District's board approved its final 2026-2027 budget Monday night (at the education center), which includes a 4.7% tax increase for property owners and staff cuts to address a $6 million shortfall.

The $107.1 million plan represents a 5.6% spending rise from last year.

East Penn School District is changing its policy for kindergarten through fifth grade as district-issued devices will no longer be sent home in the 2026-27 school year—flexible instruction will now replace remote learning while in-person classes remain the focus.

Additional details will be announced in the fall.

At the Grand Central Environmental Education Center in Plainfield Township, organizers held the American Kestrel Banding and Bee Day Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.—attendees learned how banding helps track U.S. falcons and took part in a bee education session with Scouts.

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation will open the region’s first Autism and Neurodevelopmental Wellness Center at 501 Cetronia Road in Upper Macungie Township this fall.

The 5,400 sqft facility will offer therapies, support (music, art, and movement), and activities to assist neurodivergent individuals and families.

Luke Bryan Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of country music star Luke Bryan live.

Monster Truck Show

1-3:50 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Tickets $28.50 — Experience thrilling monster truck action with top drivers competing for glory.

Seth Witcher Acoustic Performance at Artillery Brewing

1-5 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Enjoy a dynamic acoustic set from local artist Seth Witcher in a family-friendly atmosphere.

2026 WWE Summer Tour in Allentown

7:30-10:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for an electrifying night as WWE returns to Allentown for the first time in three years.

Bourbon & Blues Night with BC Blue

6-10 p.m. — 1812 Piano Lounge — Reservations required — Enjoy a soulful evening of live blues music with BC Blue, featuring the dynamic sounds of Bev Conklin.