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Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia will host the Block Party Bonanza this summer for America's 250th celebrations; 250 neighborhood parties will be drawn to receive a $250 ShopRite gift card and civic kits (patriotic decorations, mini Constitutions and outdoor toys) with permits approved between May 23 and Oct. 23. WHYY
- ➤ The StrEAT Festival returns to Manayunk on Sunday, April 19 & will feature over 85 food trucks, live music & vendors along a closed Main Street. Families can enjoy a new kid-friendly section and pay-as-you-go food and goods at this free event. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Zoo euthanized 11-year-old red panda Khumbie after an exam revealed cancer in his liver, gallbladder & abdominal lymph nodes. Born at Erie Zoological Gardens, he lived at the zoo since 2015 and was a favorite among staff and visitors. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers will present its final home season, Echo and Flame: Fenghuang Awakens, at Mandell Theater (at Drexel University) with performances on Friday, Mar. 27 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Mar. 28 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., including a world premiere tribute to Gus Solomons, Jr. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Five musicians will debut original songs honoring Anandibai Joshee, the first Indian woman doctor in Philly, on Saturday, March 28 at Christ Church Neighborhood House. The Anandibai Mixtape by the South Asian American Digital Archive celebrates her lasting impact on local history. WHYY
- ➤ A comedy musical, 'The Wizard of Dreams and Nightmares,' premieres Sunday at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, offering family-friendly humor; visitors can also explore an assembly exhibition at the National Liberty Museum, attend a Badass Women’s History Tour at Kimpton Hotel Palomar & join Calder Gardens guided walks. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Museum of Art has moved the famous Rocky statue inside for a new exhibit that will last for a few months + the relocation gives visitors a fresh way to view this local icon. KYW Newsradio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Philadelphia judge denied a request to halt renovations at FDR Park; the $250 million project to add athletic fields, courts, and wetlands will continue as planned. Eleven local residents are appealing the decision to state court, arguing the changes undermine the park’s natural features. WHYY
- ➤ Home care advocates warn workers face crisis as state leaders consider an $800-million boost to raise reimbursement rates and improve pay amid growing demand from an aging population, with lawmakers set to decide in the upcoming budget review. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Eagles signed wide receiver Elijah Moore and swing tackle Fred Johnson to one-year deals to add depth for the season. Moore, formerly with the Jets and Bills, and Johnson, in his fourth season, are set to bolster the roster + support injured starters. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ FIFA Fan Festival Philadelphia (a free celebration) will run from June 11 to July 19 at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park; the 39-day event offers big screens for games, local food trucks, DJ entertainment and expanded transit, with the city set to upgrade the site after the festival. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia sports writers forecast the 2026 Phillies season based on a core lineup featuring Trea Turner, Bryce Harper, and rookie Justin Crawford debuting on Opening Day — their outlooks with varied batting order tweaks and potential trades hint at a strong postseason run. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Joel Embiid returns to the Sixers starting lineup on Tuesday night when they face the Bulls after missing 13 games with a right oblique strain; he will join Paul George, returning from a 25-game suspension, as the team readies for its final 10-game push for playoff positioning. Metro Philadelphia
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