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Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia officials and Philadelphia Soccer 2026 leaders marked 100 days until FIFA World Cup 26 with a pep rally at the Comcast Technology Center on March 3 (launching the 'How Do You Phan?' campaign) that invites locals to adopt a team and join planned fan festivals at Lemon Hill this summer. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia women have long shaped the city through roles in early politics and the Revolutionary War — from Hannah Callowhill Penn’s leadership to Molly Rinker’s espionage that helped change the course of history. Their legacy endures in local landmarks like Callowhill Street and the Betsy Ross House. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Calder Gardens will host a series of events this March including guided Walks every Thursday through Monday, a Moon Alignment Series on March 16 with meditation, an Artists as Gardens concert featuring Gryphon Rue on March 21 with two sunset shows, and Silent Day on March 25 for quiet reflection. Metro Philadelphia
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Prospect Dante Nori had a breakout WBC debut with two home runs, a double and a walk that helped Team Italy win 8-0 over Brazil — his performance showed promise as the team prepares to face Team USA on Tuesday. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey will miss the next two games due to a sprained right fifth finger, with tests and an updated status expected after Tuesday’s home game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Union lost their third straight match at Subaru Park on Saturday night + marking their worst start since 2012; they will host Club América on Tuesday in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Union II hosted FC Cincinnati 2 at Subaru Park on Sunday at 2 p.m.—the team looked to extend its undefeated season after a 1-0 win over Toronto FC II last weekend, and they had won all three matchups with Cincinnati last season. Metro Philadelphia
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