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Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Philly tenants are working to save 925 affordable rental units that face conversion to market rate if the city does not secure them before the July 4 deadline. Housing advocates and Councilmember Gauthier are urging city officials to act and prevent displacement of roughly 3,000 tenants (many longtime residents). WHYY
- ➤ Today in Philly, March Madness starts at Xfinity Mobile Arena while Philadelphia Wedding Walk offers couples an immersive tour of top venues on Sunday; earlier, Gaelic Storm plays in Wilmington on Thursday and playwright James Ijames' production runs through Sunday, showcasing the week’s vibrant mix of sports, music and arts. WHYY
- ➤ Montgomery County’s first female fire marshal Katelyn Valesky began her career at 16 with Huntingdon Valley Fire Company and now leads service in Hatboro borough. She also volunteers at her local fire house (an effort to inspire local youth in firefighting). Spotlight PA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Aqimero will launch Viva Abejas from March 24 to April 22 to offer bee-inspired dishes, cocktails, and a boozy tea experience on April 11-12 (at 10 Avenue of the Arts). Chef Richard Sandoval will honor pollinators and boost sustainability through Latin flavors. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Local bodegas remain a vital part of Latine heritage as owners like Raúl Serrata work long days to preserve tradition amid tough regulations and rising 24-hour stores (many bodegas now face a future challenge with aging owners and fewer successors). Metro Philadelphia
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilmember Jamie Gauthier introduced legislation on Thursday to change the zoning for five schools slated for closure, aiming to reserve the property for civic use (not housing) so that educational priorities remain the focus. KYW Newsradio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During March Madness, the Sixers scout guard prospects for the 2026 NBA Draft as players like Arkansas’ Thomas, Iowa’s Stirtz, Vanderbilt’s Tanner, Texas Tech’s Anderson, and Purdue’s Smith show strong skills. Iowa and Purdue play key matchups today (Iowa vs. Clemson and Purdue vs. Queens), adding excitement for draft fans. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Union were eliminated from the Concacaf Champions Cup after a 1-1 draw with Club América in Mexico City on Wednesday. The team struggled with disorganization and will focus on turning their season around as they prepare to host Chicago Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Eagles signed former Jets tight end Stone Smartt to a one-year deal to bolster their TE roster before training camp; Smartt played for the Chargers + Jets and will compete with established players for a spot. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Veteran utility man Dylan Moore (33) triggered his opt-out clause in his deal with the Phillies, giving the team 48 hours to add him to their 40-man roster or risk his free-agent status. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Flyers have managed only 20 regulation wins & rely on overtime finishes, raising concerns about their playoff readiness as the season continues. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Phillies unveiled new food & drink experiences at Citizens Bank Park as they gear up for the home opener later this week. The upgrades include Freddy’s Frozen Custard, a high-energy GHOST Energy Deck in left field, and enhanced Grab & Go options that feature local partnerships. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Joel Embiid remains out as the Sixers face the Kings tonight at Golden 1 Arena in Sacramento at 10 p.m. EST; the team will rely on VJ Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes & Justin Edwards due to injuries to key players. Metro Philadelphia
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