Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
Good morning, Erie.
🎭 Culture
Erie once had many coin-operated payphones on street corners, bars, and shopping centers before mobile phones phased them out.
Photos from the Erie Times-News document booths at locations (like the Greyhound Terminal, Serafin's Market, and a summit site) dating from 2003 to 2010.
🌲 Environment
In January, Erie received about 31 inches of snow at Erie International Airport, pushing the winter total to 63.8 inches and keeping the city on track to reach its average of 104.3 inches by winter’s end (a typical winter pattern).
Today, Presque Isle State Park officials warned visitors to stay off the ice dunes on Lake Erie—impressive to view but risky due to their hollow, slippery nature—so they can enjoy winter safely from a distance.
🏈 Sports
Voting for the District 10 high school wrestling polls is open and will end at 5:00 p.m. tomorrow, Feb.
4. Fans can choose their wrestler from nominees who earned milestone wins and achieved standout performances in recent matches.
Local ice fishing draws Erie anglers to Presque Isle Bay today, where ice nearly a foot thick supports hours on the frozen surface + proper gear is key for a safe outing.
District 10 athlete of the week polls are now open for winter sports with online voting Monday+Wednesday at 5 p.m. until early March, excluding wrestling athletes; fans can email sports@timesnews.com to suggest nominees based on standout weekly performances.
Fans can vote for District 10's best basketball support player until noon on Thursday, with candidates including local second- and third-leading scorers from schools such as Erie High, Cathedral Prep and Eisenhower.
🎉 Erie Events
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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.
Rose and Bouquets
Galentine's Day evening — 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. — Two45 Waterfront Grille — $31 to $50 — Sip on rosé while crafting beautiful bouquets for a perfect night out.
Plant and Book Bingo Night
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $30 — Enjoy a cozy evening of bingo with plants, books, and various prizes up for grabs.
🏠 Erie Real Estate
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