Good morning, Bethlehem.

Jason Powell—an Associate Chief Engineer from Nazareth who attended local public schools—helped develop the rockets that launched Artemis II into space and says the mission nears its dangerous re-entry as astronauts will prepare to break through Earth's atmosphere at 5,000 degrees.

During a Thursday town hall in Lower Mt. Bethel, residents opposed a proposed data center that would add 500 jobs and bring up to $8 million in tax revenue.

Developers say the project is in early planning stages and needs approval before moving ahead over five to seven years.

Mike Moore and Leila Ehtesham lead students at Mountaintop Design Labs to turn ideas into projects using a woodshop, metal shop, laser cutters, and 3D printers (with safe practices) on campus.

Their hands-on mentoring builds practical skills and confidence for learners from architecture, engineering, art, and science.

Lehigh students face severe stress and health issues from a dense exam schedule this spring, and campus experts say the current exam culture harms well-being (they are calling for new testing methods to better balance academic challenge and health).

Lehigh University won the Blood Donor Madness challenge held Thursday at Coca-Cola Park, earning 77 new donors + a $10,000 check for its scholarship fund among 13 local colleges.

Miller-Keystone Blood Center organized the contest to boost awareness and registration of younger donors.

Bethlehem Planning Commission approved Lehigh University's new East Hill Residence Halls project on Thursday at 110 Mountain Drive South + 65-66 University Dr. The 23,394 sqft dorm will include 371 beds across 265 dwelling units and must meet city stormwater and fire access rules.

ArtsQuest announced that SteelStacks will host SoccerFest throughout June and early July, featuring live broadcasts of every FIFA World Cup 26 match, youth programming, live music & food and more.

Key events include a talk with historian Dan Morrison on June 20 at the Bethlehem Visitor Center.

Freedom won its boys lacrosse game over Liberty (15-3) last week with five goals from Chase Sipel while the three city teams shared only three wins overall; Freedom now prepares to face Bethlehem Catholic, Moravian Academy and Pope John XXIII this weekend.

Freedom’s volleyball team remains undefeated at 8-0 after sweeping seven of eight matches, including a March 26 win over Parkland and a marquee sweep over Whitehall to secure their District 11 lead.

They will face Easton and Pocono Mountain East later this week.

Craig Anderson, ’60, started with a local softball team and pitched for the inaugural Mets before returning to coach at Lehigh + his long career and mentoring shaped a legacy that influences local sports.

Lake Street Dive Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — $165/each — Experience an energetic live performance from Lake Street Dive in Bethlehem.

LKV April Sidewalk Sale

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — Free entry — Browse and shop from over 30 vendors at this annual community sale.

Healthy Kids Running Series - Bethlehem PA (Race #3)

Course run — Expected 100-500 participants — Bethlehem, Pennsylvania — Fun and healthy activity for kids of all ages.

Healthy Kids Running Series - Race #4

Kids running event — All day — Bethlehem Pennsylvania — Registration fee applicable — Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through fun running activities.