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Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia has launched a weekly photo quiz that challenges residents to guess where a local image was taken as this week’s contest highlights Indigenous Peoples Day—offering a fun test of city knowledge. Participants can submit their answers online as the competition continues. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Community members gathered at the 5th Annual Wingohocking Neighbors Day in Nicetown Saturday to honor Qidere Johnson—known as LGP Qua—a rapper killed in an attempted robbery in May. Attendees recalled his rise in music and his generous support to local schools, which continues to inspire youth. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Philly sports fans felt deep pain as the Phillies ended their season and the Eagles and Flyers also lost, but local joy came when Questlove and Quinta Brunson held a fun Game Night—many cheered the down-to-earth event. Over 1,000 residents signed a petition to make Fairmount Park safer while city officials work to stop illegal dumping, and a $1 million tequila theft linked to an international crime ring left many questions unanswered. The Philadelphia Inquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Prospect Medical Holdings received court approval last Friday to auction Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Springfield Hospital, reporting $10 million in bids with $7 million for Crozer-Chester and $3 million for Springfield. The judge approved abandoning the hospitals if the sales did not close promptly — a decision made after addressing tax assessments and deed restrictions at Springfield. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emily and Matt Meyers, a Paoli couple who began restoring comic books in 2013, restored the True North Collection of 200 rare comics for a Canadian collector last month and earned high praise from collectors—despite grading companies alleging fraud against them. They use detailed restoration techniques with archival materials and Japanese tissue to return the comics as close as possible to their original state—ensuring the books meet high standards for collectors. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Calder Gardens in Philadelphia showcases five sculptures by Alexander Calder that reveal the artist's creative history. The display features 'Black Widow' (1948) making its U.S. debut, 'Myxomatose' (1953) resembling a sick rabbit, 'Jerusalem Stabile II' (1976) honoring an Israeli visit, 'Untitled' (1943) from wartime, and 'Tentacles' (1947) that sounds a clear gong when tapped. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Philadelphia will host the 8 Seconds Rodeo at Liacouras Center this Saturday with pre-show community events starting at 3 p.m. and a 7 p.m. main event where riders will compete in bull riding, barrel racing, and bareback bronco riding for $60,000 in prize money — the event celebrates Black cowboy culture and Philly’s urban riding heritage. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Calder Gardens opens at 21st Street and the Ben Franklin Parkway to honor three generations of Calder sculptors whose work has shaped Philadelphia’s public art. Local tours and museum programs underline the family’s impact — from City Hall to the Philadelphia Art Museum — showing art's lasting role in the city. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ The Philadelphia Film Society is preparing for its biggest week as the Philadelphia Film Festival runs Oct. 16—26 with 10 days of premieres, conversations, and late-night audiences. The society operates nine screens in Center City—Film Society East, Film Society Bourse, and Film Society Center at 1412 Chestnut St. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ The Philadelphia Art Museum changed its name to PhAM as new signage now marks the shift while the Rocky statue remains on display as a temporary loan from Sylvester Stallone — the statue has a long film history and stays near the museum’s steps for visitors to enjoy. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Yesterday, the 8 Seconds Rodeo took place at Temple University’s Liacouras Center, featuring line dancing and rodeo competitions that showcased urban cowboy culture—drawing a lively crowd. Today, Patti LaBelle headlines a free Victory at Sea concert at Independence Mall for the Navy and Marine Corps 250th anniversary—adding to Philly’s busy fall lineup with events like the Scrapple & Apple Festival and OURfest. The Philadelphia Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Luke’s Grand View Hospital closed five outpatient offices at the end of July without giving the required 60 days notice — the Pennsylvania Department of Health issued a citation while patients were redirected to other St. Luke’s locations. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a painful loss marked by a throw to first that ended their hopes, the Phillies are planning major changes in their lineup and management—upgrading the outfield and searching for a new manager in the offseason. Their moves aim to fix fundamental errors seen in the final game. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Phillies manager Rob Thomson led the team to 346 wins but faced criticism for key postseason decisions such as his bunt call in Game 2—players like Bryce Harper still backed his steady approach. The organization will soon review his role along with major roster commitments as it plans offseason changes. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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