Good morning, Erie.

The rebuilt Burger King at West 26th Street and Peninsula Drive in Millcreek is set to open on Aug.

3 at lunchtime. The 3,582 sqft restaurant features double drive-through lanes and a mostly glass dining room designed to let in natural light, according to PEC Management II's Grayson Patterson.

An experimental electric plane built by Beta Technologies landed in Erie on July 23 during a proof-of-concept flight, and North Coast Air will install a battery charging station (expected to be ready by year-end) to support future electric flights.

Representatives Mike Kelly and Nathaniel Moran introduced the Shipbuilding Investment and Workforce Act today to boost U.S. shipbuilding and support plans for a new shipyard on Erie's bayfront (expected to create 1,000 jobs with added local economic benefits).

Erie County’s Health Department reported cyclosporiasis cases rising from 7 on July 17 to 102 on July 23, with local doctors beginning to treat patients experiencing watery diarrhea.

Officials advise anyone with diarrhea lasting over three days to see a doctor (no hospitalizations have been reported).

The Erie County Department of Health advises residents to read labels on hemp-derived THC products, like candies and drinks, as they may impair judgment and interact with medications + new federal rules in November will limit sales, so families should store these items securely.

Erie residents can use a food dehydrator or oven to turn extra produce into longer lasting snacks — the guide offers simple techniques to reduce waste and promote healthy eating.

Fans can vote for the District 10 preseason defensive back of the year until Monday at noon.

The poll lists 10 top candidates, including local star Shaiede Smith, giving community members a chance to choose the returning player they view as most impactful.

Monthly Puzzle Swap

10 AM - 12 PM — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Swap gently used puzzles with fellow enthusiasts in a fun community event.

FRC Erie Summit 2026

8 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Bayfront Convention Center — Registration required — Explore the future of public sector cybersecurity with practical strategies and meaningful conversations.

Piff the Magic Dragon Live

7-10 p.m. — Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical magic and comedy of Piff the Magic Dragon at this charming venue.

Piff the Magic Dragon Comedy Show

6-8:30 p.m. — Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club — $35-$45 — Experience the comedic magic of Piff the Magic Dragon and his Chihuahua sidekick.

Old Crow Medicine Show Concert

5:30-7 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — All Ages — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Old Crow Medicine Show in a beautiful outdoor setting.

8 Great Tuesdays Concert Series

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse lineup of local and regional bands in a beautiful park setting.