👀 What will Pittsburgh look like in 2050?

Pittsburgh Releases 25-Year Plan

Pittsburgh has never had a comprehensive plan to guide its growth — until now. City Council approved a $6 million budget for the city to implement a plan that combines policies and goals to serve as a road map for the next 25 years. Previous proposals were created at the neighborhood level, resulting in a “patchwork of plans” that left out community voices. This citywide plan aims to address a “range of racial, social, and environmental injustices along with the effects of climate change.” [City of Pittsburgh]

• 📣 What will Pittsburgh look like in 25 years? You can have a say! Fill out this form to get more info on public events and surveys.

Biden Opposes US Steel Sale to Nippon

President Biden says he opposes the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel. In December, Nippon Steel announced it would buy the Pittsburgh-based steel producer for $14.1 billion. Lawmakers and locals alike are concerned about what this could mean for unionized workers, supply chains, and national security. [Associated Press]

Jagoffs Steal Jagr Bobbleheads!

The Pittsburgh Penguins had to postpone their giveaway of thousands of Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads Thursday because the shipment was stolen when it arrived in California. The Penguins said they’re “shocked to be a victim of cargo theft.” [TribLIVE]

• 🏒 The Pens retired Jagr’s number 68 last month.

Earlier this month, I shared some new food festivals and events coming to Pittsburgh. Here are a few more to add to your calendar:

Little Italy’s March Madness Pizza Festival

🗓️ March 21

📍Trace Brewing

Eat pizza from all of your favorite neighborhood spots while raising money for Bloomfield Development Corp projects. $20

Le Tour De Donut

🗓️ April 20

📍 Riverfront trails

Join POGOH for a sweet ride along riverfront trails with doughnut stops at local bakery pop-ups along the way. $10

Strawberry Pretzel Jello Salad Festival

🗓️ April 21

📍 The Block Northway

At this YaJagoff event, contestants compete to see who can make the best pretzel salad while raising money for a nonprofit of their choice. Taste testing and voting are free to the public!

Star Lake Parking, PA Family Leave & the Pandemic Turns 4

Can you believe it’s been four years since the pandemic started? Local journalist and host of KDKA Radio’s Saturday show Natalie Bencivenga joins us to take stock of Pittsburgh’s recovery and the state of family leave in Pennsylvania. Plus, are you going to a show at Star Lake this summer? We’re sharing pavilion parking woes and a wacky new way to get to Burgettstown!