Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of July.
Good morning, Allentown.
🌲 Environment
A local nature column highlights that burdock, a biennial naturalized plant from Europe and Asia, grows over 6 feet tall with purplish burrs that once inspired Velcro and roots rich in antioxidants — along with blooming yarrow, cup plants and mimosa trees around the valley.
🏛️ Government
South Whitehall Township officials spent nearly three hours on July 9 at Springhouse Middle School reviewing Project Atlas—a proposed 406-acre data center campus near Parkland High School.
The panel raised concerns over design, generator testing, noise + traffic while noting that ordinance issues remain unresolved.
🎉 Allentown Events
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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.
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