Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Erie.
🏘️ Community
Due to renovations at its campus, the Erie Community Foundation will move the Erie Gives celebration to the Erie Insurance courtyard on Aug.
11, where food trucks and nonprofit booths will be set up—donors must drop off checks at the Hagen History Center by Aug. 4 or donate online.
💼 Business
Churchill Downs Inc. announced its plan to sell Presque Isle Downs & Casino and eight other gaming properties in the coming months to focus on its flagship racetrack and the Kentucky Derby.
The sale, revealed July 30, will help reduce debt and reinvest in core operations.
🏛️ Government
Eligible households that received LIHEAP last season (if including a child, a person aged 60 or older, or someone with a disability) received a one-time $100 supplemental payment beginning July 29.
PA DHS said the payment, sent directly to utility providers, will not affect LIHEAP eligibility for next season.
📰 Lifestyle
Erie offers a waterfront bucket list for August including beach walks at Presque Isle, sunrise yoga at Dobbins Landing, and free outdoor concerts at Rebich Investments Amphitheater.
Locals can also explore pirate adventures, sunset views at the Bicentennial Tower, and wine tours along Lake Erie.
🏈 Sports
Former SeaWolves outfielder Max Clark, who passed through Erie at age 20 (hitting .252 in 43 games), was promoted to the Detroit Tigers yesterday.
The 21-year-old is among several ex-SeaWolves moving up to the majors.
🎉 Erie Events
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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.
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