Good morning, Allentown.

A yearly car show in Berks County honors the memory of 23-year-old Kacie Rumford — who lost her life to a heroin overdose in 2013 — by promoting a mission against addiction.

Locals support the event that brings the community together around car culture and change.

Yesterday, Cedar Crest College hosted a Buddy Walk to raise awareness for Down syndrome at about 2 p.m. (the event featured an opening ceremony, a walk, and a block party that engaged community members).

Caitlyn Swanson, a Slate Belt mom, opened Cait’s Quality Cuts in 2023 to process local white-tailed deer for hunters and help her family while staying with her kids.

She accepts dropoffs on evenings and weekends and donates meat to local food banks—adding a needed service to the community.

Local experts advise Allentown residents to avoid dangerous plants this fall.

Jimsonweed, poison ivy and mile-a-minute vine can cause severe reactions if touched while growing along roads and in pastures.

Most banks will be closed on Monday, Oct.

12 for Columbus Day so Allentown residents should plan ahead — only Chase and TD Bank will offer in-person services, with Chase open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and TD Bank from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thousands of fans attended Day Two of the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic at Lehigh Country Club on Saturday (marking a five-year commitment) and enjoyed seeing local golf talent up close while recalling past champions.

On Saturday, the Phantoms opened their 13th season against Hartford Wolf Pack at PPL Center as a packed, energetic crowd cheered the team after a shortened training period.