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Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ESM Productions launched its 2026 Philadelphia Event Vendor Directory this week — a free platform featuring over 350 local vendors for event planners. The tool aims to boost visibility for small and minority-owned firms and build lasting relationships in the city’s vibrant events industry. Metro Philadelphia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Philadelphia Flower Show runs Feb. 28-March 8 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center and features immersive installations such as The Forest Floor, American Landscape Showcase, and exhibits honoring indigenous and First Ladies’ gardening traditions. Visitors can join workshops, lectures, and family activities (Flowers After Hours for adults) throughout the week. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Northern Liberties Business Improvement District will host the 3rd Annual Espresso Martini Bar Crawl on Saturday, March 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 20 bars and restaurants will serve specialty espresso martini drinks priced at $8, $10, or $12 as part of a neighborhood-wide contest. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Sebastian Garcia returns to Philadelphia with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for his breakout season at the Academy of Music from Feb. 27 to March 1. Garcia (a Bronx native who trained at the Rock School) will perform key roles in Revelations and new works. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Mural Arts Philadelphia is planning a mural that will honor Boyz II Men, with its dedication set for July at 1122 S. Broad Street near the High School for the Creative and Performing Arts. City Council President Kenyatta Johnson helped secure funding — a crucial boost for the project. KYW Newsradio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ PECO’s profit rose nearly 50% to $814 million in 2025 after a January 10% electricity and 12.5% natural gas rate increase. The Philadelphia-based utility will use the hikes to upgrade infrastructure + critics, including Gov. Shapiro, warn that higher bills burden consumers. WHYY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, PennDOT began long-term repairs on southbound Route 202 in King of Prussia, detouring drivers from Prince Frederick Boulevard to Henderson Road onto Saulin Boulevard. Crews will drill up to 100 feet and inject grout (a process lasting until late fall) to stabilize the soil. KYW Newsradio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday morning at 94.1 WIP, Phillies executive Dave Dombrowski discussed a closed-door meeting with Bryce Harper, lockout uncertainty and Aidan Miller’s potential role. He said his team is focused on winning this season while assessing Miller’s best value (for game time) as part of a youthful lineup. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ This summer, the Jr. 76ers Basketball Camps will offer Day Camps from June 15 to Aug. 20 at various local sites for ages 6-14, plus an overnight camp from July 19-31 at Neumann University for ages 10-17. Campers will practice skills with current and former 76ers coaches. Metro Philadelphia
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