Good morning, Erie.

Concerned residents, supporters, and family of Marchello Woodard met at Abundant Life Ministries Church to talk with the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus about his shooting death on July 2 by a state parole agent—officials were urged to review the case for accountability.

Erie Public Schools teachers welcomed students back for the first day of school at McKinley Elementary School — 933 E.

22nd St., where staff ensured a warm return to class.

Today, Harding Elementary welcomed students for the first day of school as kids learned the alphabet, enjoyed recess, and had a warm send-off from teachers and bus drivers.

More than a dozen City of Erie schools opened today, including ten elementary, three middle, and two high schools, with families and staff looking forward to a successful year.

Rep. Mike Kelly toured the shuttered Erie Coke site on Aug.

21 with local and state officials and pledged to lobby for federal funding to support cleanup of the nearly 200-acre property—an effort expected to cost up to $70 million and take 10 to 20 years.

Erie Mayor Joe Shember dedicated the new $2.6 million Kahkwa Bridge in west Erie on Aug.

25—this bridge is expected to ease local travel.

Mercyhurst University football will start its second Division I season after a record of 4 to 7 last year—head coach Ryan Riemedio built a team of 56 new players including 20 transfers and star quarterback Adam Urena after losing key player Cameron Barmore to Arizona University.

The Lakers will open on August 28 at Youngstown State and face a schedule filled exclusively with Division I opponents.

Reminiscent at Erie Downtown Music Series

6-9 p.m. — Perry Square — Free entry — Enjoy a Motown tribute concert while relaxing in the park with food and community spirit.

First To Eleven Live Concert

6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No cover before 9 p.m. — Experience First to Eleven performing your rock favorites in the Happy Hour Concert Series.

Gem City Renaissance Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Park — Cash recommended — Experience a vibrant one-day Renaissance festival in Erie with themed outfits and local vendors.

Hotel California Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of The Eagles performed by the acclaimed tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA.

Erie Marathon

7 AM – 1 PM — Presque Isle State Park — $5-$100 — Experience the energetic atmosphere of the Erie Marathon and support local runners.

Cole Swindell Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Enjoy a night of country music featuring Cole Swindell with special guest Priscilla Block.

Free Health Services Clinic

6 a.m. — Erie Center for Arts and Technology — Free services — Access free dental, vision, and medical services in collaboration with the Hamot Health Foundation.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

8:30-9:30 p.m. — The Masonic Temple of Erie — Tickets required — Experience a mesmerizing fusion of Queen and ABBA music under candlelight.

LEAF Open Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frontier Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor farmer's market featuring local produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts.

Bartender Training Class

6-10 p.m. — SpringHill Suites by Marriott Erie — $90.00 – $325.00 — Gain hands-on experience and industry knowledge to become an effective bartender in this interactive course.