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🌱 Kennywood March Madness + Fetterman PGH Office + Spring Fever Fest
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Hi all. It's me, Rachel Tasker, your host of the Pittsburgh Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, you'll find news about...
- Kennywood March Madness: Rides pitted against each other.
- Sen. John Fetterman will open a Pittsburgh office in April.
- Pittsburgh welcomes spring with annual Arts and Crafts Spring Fever Festival.
Let's go!
But first, today's weather: Occasional rain and drizzle. High: 55 Low: 31.
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Here are the top stories in Pittsburgh today:
1) Newly appointed Sen. John Fetterman will open an office in Pittsburgh next month. "The office at 310 Grant St., Downtown, will be open to the public in April." This marks his fifth in-state office location, following sites in Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Erie. "Our team is proud to open another office to serve the people of Pennsylvania, this time in Pittsburgh," said Joe Pierce, state director for Fetterman.
2) March Madness isn't just for NCAA basketball — Kennywood is getting in on it too. The local amusement park is pitting its rides against each other and asking people to vote and crown a winning 'favorite ride.' "This year's tournament has classic and thrills brackets, and the first round on March 16-17 leaves people with some difficult choices." The second round will follow on March 25-26, and the third will run from March 31-April 1. The championship is slated for April 2-3. Voting takes place via Twitter polls on Kennywood's profile.
3) A Butler-area mall security guard was dragged for nearly a quarter of a mile behind a vehicle going nearly 35 mph while trying to apprehend thieves. The stolen items in question? A 13-foot foam carrot and a piñata from an Easter display at the Clearview Mall. The guard was reportedly not injured in the incident. "Anyone with information on the crime is asked to contact Butler Pennsylvania State Police."
4) The 2023 Susan G. Komen 'More than Pink Walk' is coming up on May 21. The event, which will take place at Schenley Park, is free for participants. "All participants who raise a minimum of $100 will receive a commemorative event T-shirt." Interested participants can register for the race or donate here.
5) The annual Pittsburgh Arts and Crafts Spring Fever Festival is going on this weekend at the Monroeville Convention Center. "Visitors can browse and shop more than 160 exhibitors selling an assortment of arts and craft goods as well as food and beverages." More specifically, guests can expect to find handmade and curated products like home decor, accessories, jewelry, clothing, cuisine and more. Admission is free for children under 12, $6 for adults, and $5.50 for seniors.
Today in Pittsburgh:
- Heinz Chapel "Women in the Windows" Tour (9 AM)
- DIY Lucky Charm Jewelry Making — Plum Community Library (10 AM)
- Songs & Stories — Avalon Public Library (10:30 AM)
- Friends of the Library Used Book Sale (11 AM)
From my notebook:
- US National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA: "The sun's out, the temperatures are warming, and the cherry blossoms are blooming. Enjoy this beautiful day! 🌞🌸" (US National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA via Facebook)
- Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: "What goes on behind the scenes at Phipps Conservatory? Discover the Burgh stopped by to ask Greenhouse Production Manager Lauren Delorenze 10 burning questions folks have always wondered about our glasshouse." (Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens via Facebook)
- Visit Pittsburgh: "Whether it's your first time, or your 50th, once you emerge through the Fort Pitt Tunnel, a world of possibility unfolds. Meet Pittsburgh. Yours to discover again and again. ℹ️ https://brand.visitpittsburgh.com/" (Visit Pittsburgh via Facebook)
- City of Pittsburgh: "Our Neighborhood Services Team is looking for an Infrastructure Engagement Specialist to lead our public engagement around streets, roads, bridges, and more! Apply today at bit.ly/PGHInfrastructure" (City of Pittsburgh via Facebook)
- POGOH: "Can you believe it? Today (March 16) marks one year since we announced POGOH to the public with title sponsors Highmark & Allegheny Health Network! #burghbikes #bikeshare #bikepgh #pittsburgh #pogoh" (POGOH via Facebook)
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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you soon!
— Rachel Tasker
About me: Rachel is a native Pennsylvanian with stops in Erie and State College before making Pittsburgh her home in 2020. She's got a background in a little bit of everything... from working in media newsrooms and public health to the 2016 Presidential election in Washington, D.C. and the 2019 Super Bowl where (surprise!) Tom Brady won... AGAIN. She loves good coffee, bad reality T.V., attending local events and trying new food in the 412. She resides in the South Hills.
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