š± When will Steelers fans pack into Latrobe for padded practices?
Latrobe, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Latrobe! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- When will Steelers fans pack into Latrobe for padded practices?
- How does Latrobeās gas price compare to nearby towns today?
- What happens to Latrobe flyers if Spiritās yellow planes stop coming?
Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A stray shower, with a high of 69 and low of 46 degrees.
- Thursday: Pleasant with some sun, temps: high: 76, low: 55.
- Friday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Mike McCarthy is pleased with veteran 'buy-in' during the Steelers' voluntary offseason workouts (centredaily.com) ā Steelers fans in Latrobe can mark their calendars: players are set to return in late July for training camp, with the first padded practice expected on August 3. New head coach Mike McCarthy says veteran participation in voluntary workouts has been nearly perfect, helping him install his system while younger quarterbacks Mason Rudolph and Will Howard get extra reps as Aaron Rodgersā status remains unresolved. 
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ā¢ AAA: Gas Prices Dip in PA (exploreclarion.com) ā Drivers in Latrobe are paying about $4.138 per gallon for regular gas this week, as prices across Western Pennsylvania dip slightly. AAA reports the regional average is $4.140, with national prices still higher than last year and crude oil trading under $100 a barrel. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Spirit Airlines Wants a Government Bailout and Is Offering Taxpayers a Stake in Return (travelpirates.com) ā If you fly Spirit from Latrobeās Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, be aware the airline is in serious financial trouble and even floating a possible government bailout. The piece explains how rising fuel costs and bankruptcy pressures could threaten Spiritās role as Latrobeās only commercial carrier, and offers practical steps for protecting your bookings, miles, and backup travel plans. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Purcellville Music and Arts Festival
250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville
12:00 pm
Saturday April 25
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Other local events
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Denise Krestal-Baldwin: Thirty's Latrobe 6-9
Thirty's Craft Pizza and Beers , 4433 Lincoln Hwy , Latrobe
6:00 pm -
LNS Live at Unity Brewing
Unity Brewing , 3862 US-30 #2 , Latrobe
7:00 pm -
Kentucky Derby Party 2026 ā Latrobe Art Center
Cavallo Fields Event Venue , 5021 Pleasant Unity Rd , Latrobe
5:00 pm -
Member Orientation
Greater Latrobe - Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce , 811 Ligonier St , Latrobe
4:00 pm -
Unity Brewing
Unity Brewing , 3862 US-30 #2 , Latrobe
8:00 pm -
Mother's Day High Tea
Coffee Tree Roasters - Latrobe , 3857 US-30 , Latrobe
3:00 pm -
Latrobe Art Center Spring 2026 Plein Air ā Latrobe Art Center
Latrobe Art Center , 819 Ligonier St , Latrobe
10:00 am
Friday April 24
Saturday April 25
Saturday May 2
Wednesday May 6
Friday May 8
Sunday May 10
Monday May 11
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š Events Nearby
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Mammoth Park Free Fishing Derby
Westmoreland County, PA Calendar
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Gundam Card Game ā Bandai Day!
Latrobe 30 Plaza , 590 , Latrobe
12:00 pm -
Retirement Board Meeting
Westmoreland County, PA Calendar
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Juvenile Detention Board Meeting
Westmoreland County, PA Calendar
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Prison Board Meeting
Westmoreland County, PA Calendar
10:20 am
Sunday April 26
Monday April 27
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Does anyone know the phone number to stop cell phone spam calls ?
I got 8 potential spam numbers just today! I did not answer them when they rang and said potential spam. Sometimes I hate to ignore an unknown numberā¦ (Nextdoor Latrobe)
- Technimark LLC posted a job opening for Tool Maker in Latrobe. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member in Latrobe. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Latrobe here.
š Nearby News
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- Butler County local high school, college sports schedule for week of April 20 (butlereagle.com)
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- Greensburg Salem to vote on comprehensive plan (triblive.com)
- Frosty Cold Morning, Warmer for the Afternoon in Pittsburgh (wtae.com)
- Keller throws 7 strong innings in win over Rays (monvalleyindependent.com)
Ok Latrobe! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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