🌱 Mayor Recovering From Heart Procedure + Affordable Housing

Happy Wednesday, Philadelphia! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 29 Low: 14.

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Here are the top four stories today in Philadelphia:

1. Mayor Jim Kenney is recovering well after a procedure to correct an irregular heartbeat. The mayor had the procedure on Tuesday afternoon. He still plans to return to work on Thursday. (WPVI-TV)
2. Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha broke new ground on a sustainably-minded building that will house 44 affordable apartments for seniors. The nonprofit is building the housing in North Philadelphia at 730 Berks Street. The building will house units for those who are 65 and older or those who are below 60% of the city's medium income. (WHYY)
3. The Philadelphia Film Society announced a new limited film series honoring the career of Academy Award winner Sidney Poitier. “They Call Him Mr. Poitier” will showcase four films this February. The films are “A Raisin in the Sun,” “In The Heat of The Night,” “Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner,” and “Sneakers.” (wooderice.com)
4. Philadelphia police are searching for multiple suspects involved in two armed robberies after officers were called to the scene of 6100 block of West Passyunk Avenue in Southwest Philadelphia Tuesday night. A man was later shot trying to escape an attempt at robbery in the Brewerytown neighborhood. The victim was taken to the hospital in stable condition. (WPVI-TV)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• 100th Celebration Gala Committee At Northeast Phila Chamber-Commerce (8:30 AM)
• Arts Access TV At Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy (6:00 PM)
• Rainbow Reading Group At William Way LGBT Community Center (6:15 PM)

From my notebook:

• The U.S. National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly is continuing to monitor the potential for a significant winter storm Friday and Saturday. While it is too soon for the details, heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding are all possible. Be sure to follow the forecast for updates. (Facebook)
• The School District of Philadelphia is hosting a virtual job fair on Wednesday, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seeking entry-level and experienced professionals for full-time and part-time positions. Register: bit.ly/FoodService_HiringFair. (Facebook)
• Eat Right Philly's virtual Family Cooking Night is tonight from 5:30-6:45 p.m. If you haven’t already, view the ingredient list to make Chicken and Broccoli with Peanut Sauce and watch for the zoom link. (Facebook)

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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.