Good morning, Allentown.

Wendell Sherman, a former Lehigh University teacher and World War Two veteran, will turn 100 on Monday in a family celebration that also marks his and his wife Doris’s upcoming 75th anniversary — a century milestone for our community.

Local churches are hosting food fundraisers to support community needs.

Morgenland Church in Orefield accepts hoagie orders until Aug. 30 with Sept. 8 pickup; Christ’s Church in New Tripoli held a picnic on Aug. 22 with live music; and Weisenberg Lutheran Church will host a raffle & bake sale on Sept. 12.

Spot & Tango will invest $20 million to expand its Upper Macungie Township facility by adding 20,000 sqft to its 66,700 sqft plant, doubling production capacity and increasing its workforce from 100 to 150 employees within one to two years (driven by the region’s skilled labor and proximity to headquarters).

Mimi’s on Main opened July 24 at 1492 Main St in North Catasauqua.

Owner Amy Huynh serves 30 rotating ice cream flavors + artisan baked goods and plans to add comfort foods in the fall.

Culture Fest brought over 40 cultures together at Cedar Beach with live music, dance, vendor booths and a 10-team basketball tournament.

Founder Michelle Zattoni said the event unites diverse groups and may expand to a two-day celebration next year.

Gabriel Chamber Ensemble will perform its Stars, Stripes and Strings! concert on Sept.

13 at 2 p.m. (Outdoor Amphitheater, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton), featuring works by Bach, Copland, and Sousa with proceeds benefiting both organizations.

Gin Blossoms, Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors will perform at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks in Bethlehem on Aug.

25 at 6:30 p.m. with gates opening at 5:30 p.m. The event is presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network + Jefferson Health.

Former President George W.

Bush will visit Lehigh University to open its 2026-27 Compelling Perspectives series on Oct. 29, hosted by University President Joseph J. Helble. Registration opens Sept. 2 at 11:00 a.m. + the event is closed to the media.

Weisenberg Lutheran Church in New Tripoli hosted Superhero Vacation Bible School from July 15 to Aug.

5, where 24 children learned Bible stories, crafts, games and faith lessons with surprise visits from superheroes — the event also featured an Adult Bible Study.

Weisenberg Lutheran Church in New Tripoli hosted a four-evening Superhero Vacation Bible School for 24 children from July 15 through Aug.

5, featuring visits by characters like Batman and Superman. An Adult Bible Study also deepened faith and community bonds.

Wild sunflowers and diverse butterflies are thriving—giant native blooms and migrating monarchs can be seen today in local parks and natural areas.

This late-summer display offers a cheerful splash of nature that brightens Allentown’s outdoor scene.

Pennsylvania Game Commission and Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission are asking Allentown residents to review a draft plan to protect 858 native species and submit comments by Sept.

19. The updated plan will be delivered by Oct. 1 to secure federal funding for conservation.

Pennsylvania health officials report 89 new measles cases in the past week as part of a statewide outbreak centered in areas like Lancaster and Chester, with Lehigh County recording two cases + local hospitals staying on alert as school sessions resume.

The Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors reported a record median sale price of $389,500 in July (3.9% higher than last month) as closed sales fell slightly to 693, showing strong buyer demand amid limited housing supply.

Carbon County saw lower prices while homes sold locally in 17 days.