🥇 Root for these Philadelphians at the Olympics

From Figure Skating to Curling, Philly’s Represented at the Olympics

The Super Bowl wasn’t the only big event that happened this weekend. The Winter Olympics have officially begun and three local athletes are competing for gold in Italy. If you haven’t paid attention to the Winter Games just yet, be sure to root for these stars in the coming days. [🔒 The Inquirer]

• Related: These Olympians are part of a long history of Philly-area athletes who’ve made their mark at the Olympic Games. [📝 City Cast Philly]

It’s Almost Tee Time in Philly

For those of us who didn’t book a flight to Milan, don’t worry. The Philly region has some major sporting events coming up this year, including the PGA Championship in May. One of the biggest competitions in the golf world, it needs a dedicated crew to pull it off, so they’re looking for 3,000 volunteers. One of the perks is access to the course as a spectator when you’re off the clock. [🎧 City Cast Philly, Axios]

Philly’s Biggest Independence Day Event Promises 16 Days of Festivities

The slate of events include six nights of fireworks (order your earplugs now) and an expanded parade route throughout Center City. This year’s festival will be a major one as it celebrates the country’s 250th birthday, which comes at a complicated time for America. [WHYY, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

• Related: Here’s what else to look forward to as the semiquincentennial approaches. [📝 City Cast Philly]

City To Potentially Drop Overnight Curfew for Gyms

A controversial curfew in the 7th and 8th Districts to curtail nuisance businesses could be amended to exclude gyms and fitness centers after resident feedback. The curfew, which restricts certain businesses operating from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., already has an exception for restaurants with liquor licenses. [🎧 City Cast Philly, Philly Voice]