Good morning, Allentown.

A farm combine caught fire on Thursday along Sell and Ridge Roads in Heidelberg Township and remains active while crews work to determine the cause.

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect today through late Saturday night across nearby counties — heavy showers may deliver 2 to 3 inches of rain in a short period.

Upper Macungie Tavern opened on July 11 in the former Sunset Grille on Ruppsville Road, led by owner Emmanuel Teloniatis and his wife Kalliopi Alti, and now offers Greek-inspired dishes with indoor and outdoor seating, with plans for brunch, a children’s menu and an upstairs dining area.

A historical quilt assembled from 13 unique blocks will be auctioned at the Great Allentown Fair’s America250 celebration at the Farmerama Theater on Sept.

4 at 7 p.m.—the event supports The Great Allentown Fair Foundation.

The fourth annual Lehigh Valley Jazz and Arts Festival is happening today at Charles A.

Brown Ice House with four bands, a student performance, art therapy, and creative workshops — a fun event for families with a suggested $10 donation.

The American Legion Band of Bethlehem will perform American Landscapes at 7 p.m. July 24 at Bethlehem Rose Garden (Eighth Avenue and West Union Boulevard), and the Macungie Band will hold its Celebrate America concert at 10 a.m. July 25 on Third and Main streets in Emmaus.

Both events are free.

Today, the Parkland Garden Club opens nine diverse gardens as part of its 27th Garden Tour with a Star-Spangled theme honoring America’s 250th birthday; visitors may explore the gardens from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Allentown + surrounding townships.

Lehigh Valley projects are getting $4.2M in state grants from the Pennsylvania Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program.

The funds will improve the Lehigh Valley International Airport parking garage, support a commercial redevelopment in Whitehall Township, and build a multi-purpose athletic facility at Allentown Central Catholic High School.

LANTA executive director Owen O'Neil explained that services have expanded while funding has been challenged as rising costs and increased demand strain available resources in the region.

The agency is pursuing a two-year stabilization program (including right-sizing and revenue initiatives) to maintain and grow transit services.

South Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners honored fire marshal John G.

Frantz for his 31-year service on July 1 as he prepares to retire. The board also approved plans for a solar array at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church to generate electricity solely for the church property.

Scully Company hosted a Grand Opening for Phoenix Ridge Apartments this week at 520 W.

Cumberland Street, offering 144 high-end rental units (35% leased since occupancy began in March) aimed at working professionals.

Parkland student athletes announced college sports commitments on Friday, July 17.

They chose colleges including Lander University, Lehigh University and others for sports like field hockey, football and girls soccer.

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.

DCI: Drum Corps International - 2 Day Pass

6:30-9:30 p.m. — J. Birney Crum Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience top-tier drum corps performances with exclusive VIP packages.

Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs

5:30-7:45 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action with local favorites IronPigs taking on the RailRiders.