🎤 Pittsburgh’s about to get funnier

🏈 Rodgers Finally Signs with Steelers

The 41-year-old quarterback has begrudgingly agreed to a one-year, $10 million deal with the Steelers. The four-time MVP has been an outspoken critic of public health measures like vaccines. This will be his third NFL team. He reports to minicamp next week. [The Athletic / NFL]

⛳ Oakmont Tees Up for U.S. Open

Around 200,000 people are expected at Oakmont Country Club June 9-15, and the championship is estimated to bring $200 million to the region. Fans can expect some Pittsburgh-themed concessions, like a shaved kielbasa sandwich, and all sorts of clothing and accessories in the merchandise pavilion. [KDKA / Pittsburgh Magazine]

• 💰The USGA made a $1 million investment in golf courses in North Park and South Park, plus the Bob O’Connor Golf Course in Schenley Park, as part of its championship giveback program. The courses were chosen because they offer affordable golf. [Pittsburgh Magazine]
• 🧢 Don’t want to go to Oakmont? Check out this vintage U.S. Open pop-up shop at Monarch Studios in Lawrenceville.

🗳️ PPS School Board Challenger Concedes

More than two weeks after Election Day, the race for Pittsburgh Public Schools’ District 9 finally has a winner. Allie Petonic conceded to incumbent school board president Gene Walker. Walker won the race by only five votes! [90.5 WESA]

🎤 National Comedy Troupe Invests in Bottlerocket

The retro bar and event venue in Allentown is joining forces with renowned comedy institution Upright Citizens Brigade to offer comedy training — the same education that UCB does in New York and LA. [Bottlerocket Social Hall]

• 📌 Explore more things to do in Allentown — and learn why the neighborhood is so wonderfully goth. [📝 Hey Pittsburgh / 🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

💥 Pop quiz, Pittsburgh! Test your knowledge of local history and current events. 🗓️

It’s time for Neighbor shoutouts 📣 This is where City Cast Pittsburgh Neighbors get to shine a light on their fave local people and spots.

• 🛍️ Ashley J. wants to give some love to Songbird Artistry in Lawrenceville. “Everything in her shop makes me smile, and she has the best Pittsburgh-themed stuff, like Smiley Cookie earrings!”
• 🏡 Bonn M. thinks prospective renters should check out Springfield Lofts, a new (but historic) condo development in the Strip District.

Want to share your own shoutout? 🌟