Good morning, Bethlehem.

Volunteers at Northern Valley EMS are hosting a chicken barbecue fundraiser with meals to go from (noon to 5 p.m.) on July 18, and local faith events including pet blessings on July 12 along with a craft fair and festival later this month offer community chances for fellowship and fun.

The Weisenberg/Lowhill Historical Society barn now features new, brightly painted hex signs replacing faded stars from 2004.

Local artists Keith Breininger + Robert Maletsky led the project with community donations and neighborly support.

Spin Me Round at Palmer Park Mall has joined a Warner Music Group pilot program that will let music fans drop off damaged vinyl for recycling.

The project, running through September, is part of a nationwide effort to repurpose records (reducing waste).

Bethlehem residents using PPL for power will see bills rise by about $7 due to a 3.23% rate increase this week amid soaring temperatures.

PPL will invest the extra revenue in grid upkeep, while local experts advise cleaning air filters to reduce power use.

Fireflies have returned to light up local yards and fields as summer takes hold, their natural flashes helping them find mates + reminding residents to reduce lawn chemicals that threaten their survival.

Lehigh County Executive Josh Siegel will discuss regionalizing fire services at the County Conference of Governments in September to address rising costs and a shortage of volunteer firefighters—local leaders are exploring shared equipment and partnerships to improve emergency response.

St. Luke’s University Health Network pediatricians urge parents to consider an early measles vaccine for eligible children as cases rise statewide.

The advisory covers two groups (infants 6-11 months old) and (children who received their first dose at one year), and parents are advised to consult providers before travel.

Experts warn that a child's body temperature can rise dangerously fast in a hot car and urge parents to leave a personal belonging in the back seat as a reminder.

The advice aims to prevent tragic emergencies during busy summer days.

Bethlehem Catholic senior Keanu Dillard became the first local wrestler to win four PIAA 3A titles after defeating Whitehall’s Willmont Kai in the state final, cementing his place as one of Lehigh Valley’s best.

He set a childhood goal and overcame injuries to reach this milestone.

In the Lehigh Valley Summer Soccer League last week, Hurricanes A drew 2-2—extending their unbeaten streak to seven while Hurricanes B earned their first win with a 3-1 over the Roughies.

Other teams, including New Tripoli Bank and All Star 16's, also held competitive matches.

Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band

7:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an evening of classic island tunes with the Coral Reefer Band.

Slap Dragon Concert

7:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy performance by Slap Dragon in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Bethlehem Blueberry Festival Performance

2:30-4 p.m. — Burnside Plantation — Free entry — Enjoy a lively 90-minute duo set at the blueberry festival.

Grupo Niche Concert

7-10 p.m. — Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza — Tickets available — Celebrate the rhythms of salsa and cumbia with the legendary Colombian group Grupo Niche.