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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Philly residents are invited to join a photo quest that challenges them to drop a pin where a featured city service-related photo was taken (a fun test of local knowledge) this week. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Martha Stewart visited the Philadelphia Flower Show this weekend at the Convention Center and praised the tulip displays. Her visit underscored the care behind the gardens and reminded locals of the event's cherished tradition. The Philadelphia Inquirer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia teens participated in a Demon Slayer-themed mock trial at Parkway Central Library on Wednesday where they learned courtroom procedures and civic engagement. Partnering with the Committee of Seventy (a nonprofit focused on civic issues), the event used role-play and scripting to build legal literacy. WHYY
- ➤ Philadelphia School District is set to cut $225 million from next year's budget to avoid a $300 million deficit by fiscal 2030. The district will eliminate 130 vacant central office positions and 220 substitute roles while reassigning 340 school employees, with no teacher or principal layoffs. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ Community College of Philadelphia’s board approved a 9.4% tuition raise that will lift the per credit cost from $159 to $174 starting fall 2026 — a decision made in response to higher inflation and contract expenses, with only one faculty member voicing concern during public comment. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ The Philadelphia School District is set to phase out Fitler Academics Plus and 17 other schools — starting in 2027 with K‑5 closures and ending in 2030 when the last class graduates. Community members in Germantown oppose the plan to protect the school’s long legacy. The Philadelphia Inquirer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Despite last winter’s cold and snow, Philadelphia cherry trees are budding on schedule. Experts say peak bloom will occur in early April at areas like Fairmount Park + the Schuylkill River unless a late freeze delays the blossoms. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Philly Parks and Rec is expanding its community composting program with 23 active sites and plans to add five to 10 new locations on applications open through March 27— a move that will help keep food scraps out of landfills and provide free compost for local gardens. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pitcher Jhoan Duran, acquired last summer at Citizens Bank Park, has a chance to break the Phillies' 45-save record in the new 2026 season. If healthy, he will anchor the bullpen as the team eyes a playoff run — chasing history along the way. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Phillies announced former 2008 World Series Champion Chase Utley will be inducted into the 2026 Toyota Wall-of-Fame on Aug. 7 during Alumni Weekend in South Philadelphia + his inclusion marks one of the club's highest honors. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Eagles signed former Falcons edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to a one year deal as he joins the team to bolster their pass rush. His prove it contract is reportedly worth up to $7.3 million with $4.3 million guaranteed, and the signing comes after Jaelan Phillips left for Carolina Panthers. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Philadelphia's Eagles signed defensive lineman Jordan Davis to a $78 million contract over three seasons. Davis spoke about his new deal on Wednesday (he is honored to set a higher standard for his position) as the team reinforces its commitment to developing undervalued talent. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ After 55 years of sharing Philadelphia 76ers season tickets, Aaron Selkow plans to give them up to honor a lifetime of family memories and community tradition. The cherished seats have long connected generations at local games. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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