🌱 'Dining Out For Life' Returns + PPD Building Struck By Gunfire

Happy Monday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Colder; breezy in the morning. High: 38 Low: 26.

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. After going on hiatus during the pandemic, Philly mainstay event Dining Out For Life is back in person this spring. The annual dining-out night supports services for people living with HIV, with participating restaurants donating a percentage of their sales to nonprofit Action Wellness. The event will take place on Apr. 28. A full list of participating restaurants is available here. (WHYY)
2. On Friday night, a Philadelphia Police Department building was struck by gunfire during a shootout. According to the department, one bullet entered the cafeteria of its internal affairs bureau; no one was hurt in the incident. The building is located in a residential neighborhood, in front of homes and up the street from a preschool. (NBC Philadelphia)
3. Residents in Philadelphia's Queen Village section are still struggling with a water main break from July. Some report losing everything due to flooding, while local store employees say the break has affected already-diminished business. According to the City of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Water Department's timeline for completion is April 2022 and is "within expected standards." (WPVI-TV)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• The Philadelphia Commission For Women Presents: Harriet Tubman And The Future Of Democracy - City Hall (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• PennDOT is scheduled to repair potholes on over 70 state highways in the Philadelphia area. Learn more about the upcoming repairs and affected areas. (MyChesCo)
• Philadelphia’s African American Children’s Book Fair recently celebrated its 30th year, with a focus on literacy and diversity. (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.