Good morning, Reading.

Area college students received several awards and honor society inductions during a campus event on April 27, with the Kutztown University Psychology Department recognizing research, leadership, and club contributions.

Achievements also included a first-place surveying win by Slippery Rock University’s junior Alice Bogia—highlighting strong academic progress in Berks County.

PennDOT is starting several road projects in Berks County that include paving and milling on Route 100, construction on Interstate 78 and Route 222, and sweeping on Route 183 — work scheduled overnight or during daytime hours will continue through Nov.

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Kelly Spayd of Keller Williams Platinum Realty in Spring Township received three awards at the Keller Williams Greater PA Regional Awards Gala on April 10 for Individual Gross Commission Income, Closed Volume, and Closed Units—she also earned local top agent honors for 2024 after closing 86 units totaling $33,245,000. Spayd now leads Berks County in 2025 as she continues to serve her clients with dedication.

On April 27th, Gavin Rapp from Conrad Weiser won three events while John Kowalski from Schuylkill Valley and Xavier Beatty from Reading High each won two at the Schuylkill Valley Track and Field Invitational in Leesport—shining with top times that ranked them among the best in the state.

Wyomissing senior Alexis Hardy won both the 100 and 200 races at the Schuylkill Valley Track and Invitational in Leesport on Saturday — a strong start for the Berks girls as Wilson's junior Maddie Henne won the discus and freshman Alivia Noecker won the shot put.

These wins highlighted a day of standout performances at the meet.

Vince Gill Concert

7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the musical talents of Vince Gill live in Reading, PA.

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025

4-8 p.m. — Shiloh Hills Park — Entry fees vary — A fun and engaging running series encouraging kids to embrace an active lifestyle.

Schuylkill Navigation Bicentennial

10 AM – 4 PM — Berks County Heritage Center — Free displays, fee for lectures — Explore canal history through engaging lectures and historic artifacts at the heritage center.