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🏟️ 11th hour for 76ers arena proposal
December 12, 2024 · — Ava Wojnowski
Delay of Game … A critical City Council vote on the proposed 76ers arena was delayed twice yesterday and is now scheduled for 8:30 a.m. The Council appears to support the project but it's negotiating over how much the team will pay in a Community Benefits Agreement. John Chin of the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation, an opponent of the project, is optimistic about the delay: “It’s not over.” We spoke with Chin on today’s podcast for some historical context behind pushing projects into the areas around Chinatown. Listen here 🎧
What's CITY Talking About?
🤔 The Face of Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro is popping up in news stories surrounding the arrest in Altoona, Pa., of the United Healthcare CEO’s alleged killer. The attention on Pennsylvania and Shapiro echoes the 2024 election, which of course makes us wonder about 2028… [Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]
🚢 That’s Gonna Cost Ya
The SS United States is still floating by the Ikea in South Philly after several delays to move the boat to Florida, where it’s set to be sunk in order to become the biggest artificial reef in the world. The ship is supposed to be moved by today, and if not Okaloosa County in Florida faces a $100,000 penalty. [PhillyVoice]
🛸 It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s a … Drone?
After various drone sightings were reported in New Jersey and New York, Philly suburbanites are now beginning to notice them, too. The police and local authorities are investigating. [🔒The Inquirer]
👀 See Jason Kelce’s Show Live & for Free
Jason Kelce’s new ESPN show, “They Call It Late Night,” will be taping at Union Transfer. And you can be in the live audience for free. Check this website to request free tickets. [🔒The Inquirer]
What To Do
Thursday, Dec. 12
- 🎁 Jingle & Mingle with Santa | 5-7 p.m. | Free | Old City
- 🧪 The Chemistry of Tea | 6-8 p.m. | Free | Old City
- 🧑🎄 The Complete Works of Christmas: Abridged (First Day) | 7 p.m. | $20 | Center City
- 🏒 Flyers vs Red Wings | 7 p.m. | $45+ | South Philly
- 🎤 Jim Gaffigan: Barely Alive Tour (First Day) | 7:30 p.m. | $64.75+ | North Philly
- 🎄 Matt Rogers: The Prince of Christmas | 7:30 p.m. | $37 | South Street
- 🐱 Fantastic Cat | 8 p.m. | $25+ | University City
Friday, Dec. 13
- 🎻 Ray Chen Plays Barber | 3 p.m. | $24+ | Center City
- 🕯️ Candlelight Tours of Pennsbury Manor | 3-6 p.m. | $9 | Morrisville
- 🎶 Philly miniFEST | 5:45-11:45 p.m. | $25 | Northern Liberties
- 🎤 The Starting Line | 6:45 p.m. | $112.24 | South Street
- ❄️ 5th Square Holiday Party | 7 p.m. | $40 | Northern Liberties
- 🩰 BalletX in Bryn Mawr (First Day) | 7:30 p.m. | $25+ | Bryn Mawr
Curious about the diversity of podcast guests at City Cast Philly? We strive to interview a cross-section of Philadelphians who are reflective of our city. And we believe in transparency, too, so we’ve just shared an analysis of our 2024 guest demographics — check it out here! 📝
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