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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across the Lehigh Valley include service projects, celebrations, and memorial services to honor the civil rights leader's legacy.  Lehigh Valley News

CRIME NEWS

  • Elon James, 40, was convicted on charges including aggravated assault and attempted carjacking in Bethlehem, facing up to 42 years in prison.  WFMZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks receives a $10,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to enhance summer programming with high-caliber artists and interactive movie experiences.  Lehigh Valley News
  • A new art installation in the Northampton County Courthouse, celebrating Lehigh Valley's history from an African American perspective, was unveiled by the Esther M. Lee Heritage Center.  WLVR

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Biden administration has finalized a $93 million deal under the CHIPS and Science Act with Infinera for a new microchip packaging facility in Bethlehem, aimed at enhancing U.S. semiconductor production.  WLVR
  • The January 2025 issue of LVstartup covers the upcoming Lehigh Valley Entrepreneurial Summit and highlights Easton's business district as a model for community development, along with featuring startup Casa 401.  Lehigh Valley Economic Development

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • The Gravity Vault Lehigh Valley, an innovative indoor climbing gym with over 17,000 square feet of climbing space and advanced training features, is set to open in Whitehall, aiming to foster a community of climbers.  WLVR

EVENTS

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  • Voyage: The Best Journey Tribute Band Performance

    Voyage, acclaimed as the best Journey tribute band in the world, features lead singer Hugo, an impressive vocal and visual mimic of Steve Perry.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • 59th Annual Railroad Days Model Train Open House

    The 59th Annual Railroad Days model train open house features two floors of model train displays, taking place on February 1 and 2, 2025.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Michael Jackson HIStory Show at Wind Creek Event Center

    Experience a tribute to the legendary Michael Jackson featuring his iconic music and performances.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Cupid's Chase 5K Fundraising Event

    The Cupid's Chase 5K is an inclusive race organized by Community Options, Inc., aimed at raising funds to support individuals with disabilities, featuring certified race timing and awards for top finishers.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • First Biannual Salerni Art Song Recital

    This recital features music by renowned composers Arnold Schoenberg, Earl Kim, Paul Salerni, and Heather Gilligan, performed by soprano Sarah Chafly and pianist Steve Beck at the Zoellner Arts Center.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Winter Winefest & Market

    The Winter Winefest & Market at ArtsQuest celebrates wine with sampling opportunities and sales of various wines.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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