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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen people were charged by the state Attorney General’s Office in a title-washing scheme that sold stolen luxury vehicles with fraudulent documentation in Lehigh, Berks and Dauphin counties—charges filed in July after a grand jury investigation confirmed the operation. Lehigh Valley Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Black Keys closed out Musikfest on Sunday night with a high-energy set of blues-rock hits spanning nearly 25 years of their career. The Akron group thrilled a mixed crowd on the main Steel Stage with crowd favorites like 'Lonely Boy' + energetic new tracks that kept listeners engaged. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Country music singer Jordan Davis sold out Musikfest's main Steel Stage on Saturday night+ his sellout marked the fourth headliner show of 2025, tying the record set last year. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Musikfest ended on Sunday night with a fireworks display—its festival run lasted 10 days—and organizers will hold 31 upcoming concerts to keep music fans in the Lehigh Valley entertained. Lehigh Valley Live
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An AICUP report shows that independent nonprofit colleges add $29 billion to the state economy by creating and sustaining 200,000 jobs and more when counting affiliated hospitals. In the Lehigh Valley, the schools add $2.2 billion, support 15,850 jobs and collect $119 million in taxes—figures that underscore their local impact. Lehigh Valley Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Purple martins have taken up residence at a new bird house at St. Luke's Arboretum in Bethlehem Township—installed in November to be ready for spring—and arrived in June, officials said. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Matt Tuerk launched Allentown Works with $20M federal funding to help over 650 residents in Franklin Park, Center City and the 1st and 6th Wards access jobs, training and affordable childcare by 2030—an initiative administered by the city and AEDC—designed to break down employment barriers in priority neighborhoods. Lehigh Valley Business
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Hope Capital Investments, led by Vincent Hope, has renovated distressed properties into affordable homes for low-income residents across eastern PA — its portfolio includes over 100 properties while also partnering with landlords to offer full-service management. The firm now acts as a real estate brokerage that renovates, rents, and sells properties, improving neighborhood value and tenant relations. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two
6-10 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticketed event — Experience the chilling tales of Poe while enjoying expertly crafted themed cocktails.
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Roasting Ears of Corn Festival
12-6 p.m. — Museum of Indian Culture — $10 adults, $7 children/seniors, free for kids under 11 — Celebrate Native American culture with music, crafts, and delicious traditional dishes.
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2025 Great Allentown Fair Admission
11:59 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Admission fee required — Experience a week of classic fair fun with agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious food.
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Diabetes Prevention Program
2 PM — Cumberland Gardens — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful health and wellness program to help prevent diabetes.
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Great Allentown Fair
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Check event page for cost — Celebrate local culture and enjoy live entertainment.
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Ace Frehley Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ace Frehley live in concert at a vibrant venue.
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