🌱 Red Bus-Only Lane + Flower Show Back At Convention Center

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Here are the top four stories today in Philadelphia:

1. Philly has implemented a red-painted bus-only lane along Chestnut Street in Center City to reduce traffic congestion. The goal of the bus-only lanes is to improve transit reliability and enhance SEPTA efficiency in the city. (PhillyVoice.com)
2. Eleven separate shootings took place across Philadelphia Friday night into Saturday. The shootings left two dead and 10 others injured. No arrests have been made at this time. (CBS Philly)
3. The Urban League Of Philadelphia has received a $350,000 federal grant from U.S. Rep. Brendan F. Doyle for its housing counseling program. The program is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and recognized by the city and state. (Patch)
4. The Philadelphia Flower Show is returning to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. After two outdoor shows at FDR Park due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the show will be back at the convention center from Mar. 4-12, 2023. (Philadelphia Sunday Sun)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• 100th Annual Directors Cup Golf Challenge At Union League Golf Club at Torresdale (10:30 AM)
• GNL’s BINGO Nite Virtual Event, Hosted By Girls Nite Live (7:00 PM)
• Helping To Protect Your Standard Of Living: The Value Of Individual Disability Insurance Virtual On-Demand Event, Hosted By New York Life (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Philly pools opened this week! Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is partnering with Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative for a swimwear drive so kids can take advantage of free swimming lessons at Philly public pools. (Philadelphia Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Looking for a vacation but not wanting to travel outside of the city? Try a staycation at The Rittenhouse, Four Seasons, The Logan, Loews, and more. (Philadelphia magazine)
• Introducing the Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance! Non-profits Diversified Community Services and United Communities have merged to provide high-quality services to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty. (Philadelphia Sunday Sun)

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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.