Good morning, Bethlehem.

Chobani announced a $1.2 billion investment to repurpose a 1.5 million sqft facility in Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County for dairy processing.

Production will begin mid-summer 2027 (with plans for up to 10 production lines), promising a boost for local dairy farmers.

A state Supreme Court ruling now puts skill games at risk for local bars as state police warn establishments to remove the machines by Oct.

13 and plan to seize them starting Oct. 14. A local bar owner says many small businesses could close unless lawmakers regulate the devices.

Bethlehem Public Library now features photographer Sasha Phyars-Burgess’ exhibit Everything Nice, which explores sugarcane’s historical link to slavery.

The artist led Tuesday night visitors through the display to connect her family history with the legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival returns this weekend at the Allentown Agri-Plex with live demonstrations and community projects donating handmade goods.

It runs Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with admission $5 a day and $8 for the weekend.

At Tuesday night’s Student Senate meeting at Lehigh, the Outreach Committee presented survey results from 545 students who requested free laundry, more seating, and extended dining hours to guide future campus improvements.

Lehigh University will change non-medical benefits for new faculty and staff effective Jan.

1, 2027 (retirement contributions drop and a $5,000 dependent tuition cash grant is replaced by the Tuition Exchange program), while current employees keep existing benefits.

Senior volleyball player Alysia Fingall reached 500 kills and shared her journey to Division I and season goals at Lehigh.

She aims to make First Team All-Patriot League while her passion for volleyball (and sourdough baking) highlights a fun yet focused team culture.

Senior field hockey forward Gracen Brant recorded her first two collegiate goals in a 2-0 win over Long Island University on Aug.

28 at Ulrich Field. The victory marked first year coach Corey Mayer's inaugural win as Brant gains confidence from increased playing time.