Good morning, Erie.

Construction nears completion on a new Chipotle Mexican Grill by the Sheetz on Constitution Boulevard (Route 51) in Chippewa Township, although its opening date is unannounced.

Crews are also building a drive-through Starbucks nearby and clearing land for a new Diehl Kia dealership lot next to the Giant Eagle.

In 2025, Erie County Public Library data showed that fiction dominated as one war novel topped both the check-out and download lists, and readers favored titles from Kristin Hannah, Lisa Jewell, and Emily Henry (library staff reported).

Penelec will upgrade 15 insulators on the block between Schley and Chestnut Sts near St. Vincent Hospital and Erie High School — both with backup power — and will cause a power outage affecting 340 customers on Jan.

12 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. If inclement weather occurs, the outage will be delayed to Jan. 13.

Erie County Health Department reported its first flu-related death of the season on Jan.

9, noting that fewer than five residents have died as flu cases dropped since Jan. 2. Doctors advise vaccination+hand washing+mask wearing to protect vulnerable people.

Literary Landscapes Workshop

6-7 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $40 — Transform a hollowed-out book into a whimsical succulent garden in a creative and eco-friendly workshop.

Soo Greyhounds vs Erie Otters

7-9 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Watch the 2026 Soo Greyhounds take on the Erie Otters live on FloHockey with streaming available on various platforms.

CRI Fire & Ice Winter Fest

5-10 p.m. — Erie Yacht Club — $40/pp — Enjoy ice sculptures, a DJ, vendors, auctions, drinks, and fireworks at this festive winter celebration.

Ghost Hounds Concert

7-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic hits with Ghost Hounds and special guest Don Felder of the Eagles.