Good morning, Bethlehem.

Lehigh Valley International Airport processed 105,081 passengers in June, a record increase of 5.12% as summer travel gained momentum, officials said (improved flight connections and larger aircraft boosted travel options).

Travelers were reminded to bring Real ID-compliant documents.

ArtsQuest has announced its inaugural comedy lineup for the Joe & Corey Bergstein Theater at the Creative Factory powered by PPL, set to open this fall.

The 150-seat venue will host nationally touring comedians & community events in Bethlehem.

DeSales University hosted the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Community Day on June 27 at its Community Center; rain led to the cancellation of only a few outdoor events like the Car Cruise In and bounce house.

Food trucks & vendors provided plays, free face painting, and lively food for community members throughout the day.

State troopers and Lehigh wrestlers worked with high school athletes at Catasauqua High School today to build wrestling skills and explore law enforcement careers - the initiative offers hands-on mentorship and community connection.

The updated third edition of Birds of the Lehigh Valley and Vicinity now lists 371 bird species (including 22 new ones) and features 216 pages with photos and local site guides.

The guide, a major fundraiser for the Audubon Society, supports habitat and education programs across the region.

The new state budget provides $24.1 million (twice last year’s amount) for 47 rape crisis centers, restoring hope for survivors.

Officials said the funds may expand services, including child therapy sessions, at local centers.

Upper Macungie Township broke ground on a new fire station on Grim Road that will house three fire companies and feature improved safety — including a separate gear locker for firefighters.

The facility spans over 30,000 sqft and will open next year.

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced a $6M competition to modernize Women’s Business Centers for women entrepreneurs, with Pennsylvania organizations eligible for $930,077.

Applications are due Aug. 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET + webinars on July 28 and Aug. 4 will explain the grant process.

OraSure Technologies in Bethlehem has received FDA emergency use authorization for its second generation OraQuick Ebola 2.0 Rapid Antigen Test to detect all four Ebola viruses in patient blood or oral fluids.

The company said it will boost production ahead of testing demand from ongoing outbreaks in Central Africa.

Lehigh Valley set a new record in June with a median sale price of $385,000—a 4.1% rise from last year—amid very low inventory of only 757 homes and 1.4 months.

The market remains tight compared to the balanced norm of five to six months.

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.

AJR Concert at Musikfest

7 p.m. — Musikfest — Tickets from $94.60 — Experience the energetic performance of AJR in the beautiful setting of Bethlehem Musikfest.