Good morning, Bethlehem.

Shift4, headquartered in Upper Saucon Township, signed an agreement to acquire Smartpay—a payment processing and point-of-sale company serving Australia and New Zealand—in a deal valued at NZD 296.4 million, about $180 million.

The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025 subject to regulatory approvals.

Yesterday, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its second golf outing at Woodstone Country Club in Northampton County as local business owners networked under hot skies, and tonight at 6 p.m. during a dinner the Chamber will announce that Yamelisa Jimenez Taveras becomes Board Chair starting July 1 — the first time the executive leadership is entirely female.

In South Whitehall, local HVAC companies reported increased service calls after extreme heat caused several air conditioners to fail earlier this week—technicians said that changing clogged air filters for $8 to $10 can help avoid costly $99-$109 service appointments.

Bethlehem Police are investigating a shooting near Yosko Park that occurred Tuesday night around 7:45 p.m. in the 600 block of Atlantic St—no injuries were reported and no arrests were made.

In This Moment, the hard rock band with five chart-topping albums, will perform at Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem on Oct.

24 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, June 27 and the show is the final Pennsylvania stop on a 23-date tour that began Sept. 18 in Johnstown — guest bands include Dayseeker, The Funeral Portrait and DED.

On Tuesday, the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission Environment Committee approved staff comments on the $300M regional wastewater plan and sent the Hazard Mitigation Plan to the full commission for review—community input and updated cost analysis helped shape a draft Regional Climate Action Plan that is set for EPA submission later this summer.

Area doctors are urging residents to stay hydrated and check on children and seniors as the region faces an extreme heat warning through today — noting that vague symptoms like nausea and fatigue may quickly turn into serious heat-related illnesses.

They also recommend cooling off in air-conditioned spaces and avoiding the midday sun — advice aimed at preventing heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

¡Sabor! Latin Festival

7-11 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free admission — Celebrate Latin heritage with vibrant music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun.

Zeppelin Reimagined

8-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $30-$40 — Experience a groundbreaking tribute to Led Zeppelin with innovative arrangements and a visual spectacle.

Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create your own vibrant mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.

Allentown Band Concert

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Allentown Band's patriotic music and solo performances.

The Wallflowers Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a dynamic night of rock and pop music with The Wallflowers.

Terry Fator Live

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a night of comedy and entertainment with the talented Terry Fator.

200th Anniversary Car, Truck, and Bike Show

1-5 p.m. — Hanoverville Road House — $20 Pre-Registration — Celebrate automotive history with trophies, dash plaques, and door prizes.

Sam Bush Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Tickets available — Experience the musical journey of acclaimed bluegrass legend Sam Bush live in Bethlehem.

200th Anniversary Celebration

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Hanoverville Road House — Ticket purchase grants raffle entry — Celebrate with a BBQ buffet, live music, and a fireworks finale.

Judy Collins Live

7:30-9 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless melodies of Judy Collins, a true icon of folk music.

McKinney Media Presents: 4th Anniversary Photo Gala

Join McKinney Media on August 9 for a powerful celebration of creativity, innovation, and community at our 4th Anniversary Photo Gala in Bethlehem, PA. From multimedia showcases and live entertainment to gourmet cuisine and on-the-spot photography, this immersive experience honors the stories that shaped us—and the future we’re building together.