Reading
Morning News
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The IM ABLE Foundation announced its 2nd Annual IM ABLE Games, including a 2-mile fun run, Sprint Duathlon, Kaaginator Fitness Challenge, and Hot Wing Hustle, scheduled for Saturday, September 20 at the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum in Reading — the event is open to all abilities. Local community members will join in to test their strength and enjoy music, craft brews, and food vendors. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Today, about 500 volunteers are leaving their day jobs to join United Way of Berks County for the annual Day of Caring in Reading, where they are weeding, washing buses, and cleaning vehicles at local sites. Leaders say the event will support groups like Opportunity House and the Reading Firefighters' Museum—making a real impact on the community. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ United Way of Berks County started its annual campaign on Wednesday at FirstEnergy Stadium during a Day of Caring event that celebrated local success stories of children helped by its programs. The group aims to raise $10.8 million over the next 10 weeks and leaders like Scott and Angel Helm urge the community to support the effort—giving hope to local families. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The 3rd Annual Ron Stackhouse Pool Tournament will take place on Sept. 27 at the Liberty Fire Company Social Quarters in Sinking Spring — registration begins at 9 a.m. and play starts at 10 a.m. A maximum of 64 players will compete in an 8-ball race to 4 to honor local pool legend Ron Stackhouse and raise funds for The American Heart Association. Reading Eagle
- ➤ On Sept. 3, a three-alarm fire displaced 38 residents from two apartment buildings on North Fifth Street, and a relief drive at the DoubleTree by Hilton provided clothing, gift cards, and essential household items to those affected—local officials and area businesses stepped up to help. Jackie Thinna and his parents, who escaped the flames in their pajamas and lost many belongings, are staying with friends as they search for new housing amid an ongoing investigation. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The Muhlenberg Township Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its long-standing Temple Halloween Parade on October 4 at 6 p.m. (rain date October 5 at 4 p.m.) as the route starts on Sharp Avenue, moves to Kutztown Road, then north to Mount Laurel Avenue, and ends at 7th Avenue where local bands, car groups, fire trucks, floats, and food vendors will feature with judges awarding parade design prizes. Berks Weekly
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Last night, the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance gave awards to 22 winners at GoggleWorks to honor building projects that boosted the local economy and created jobs—these projects involved $186 million in investments and 2,600 jobs. The event showed strong local teamwork and set the stage for more growth in the region. Berks Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kutztown University’s Teacher Leadership Academy is expanding this fall to include Antietam School District along with its current Schuylkill Valley partnership, with 48 teachers from Schuylkill Valley and 24 teachers from Antietam set to participate. The program customizes coursework to each school’s improvement plans—supporting teacher retention and leadership as it grows its partners to include Reading and Methacton. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Over 300 Berks County students attended Alvernia University’s Momentum Makers Summer Camp for four weeks of hands-on learning in fields like medicine, culinary arts, and sustainable fashion. The program partnered with local experts—such as Reading Hospital—and will expand career exploration opportunities in the future. Alvernia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Playing on his home course, Rich Delucia won the Berks Senior Amateur Championship at Golden Oaks Golf Club on Wednesday—his nine-foot birdie putt on the final hole secured a one-stroke win over James Carpenter. He finished at two-over par with rounds of 72 and 74. Reading Eagle
- ➤ At Heidelberg Country Club on Tuesday, Wilson High won a golf meet with a 208–246 score against Schuylkill Valley as Kyla Quimby shot 50 and Luke Fallon recorded 51 on 12 holes with a par 45—Wilson also posted strong rounds from Kolton Stankiewicz at 53 and Kyle Lamb at 54 while Schuylkill Valley's Abby McCaffrey and Tyler Spitler-Bruno each scored 61. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Wilson's Bulldogs will face Reading's Red Knights Friday night at Gurski Stadium while active and retired military and first responders with valid ID are admitted free; the Salute to Service game will kick off with pregame snacks and drinks at 5:30 p.m. then start at 7 p.m.—honoring sacrifices made on 9/11. Reading Eagle
- ➤ The NHRA Nationals will run Friday through Sunday at Maple Grove Raceway as it celebrates its 40th year—drawing over 60,000 fans and boosting local hotels and restaurants in Berks and Lancaster counties. WFMZ-TV
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Nurse Blake
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $53 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious performance.
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Zach Williams Revival Nights Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience hope-filled music from Grammy Winner Zach Williams on his Revival Nights Fall 2025 Tour.
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Dusty Slay Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Nashville's stand-up comedian Dusty Slay.
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Los Tigres Del Norte Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Tickets start at $81 — Enjoy live performances from the legendary band Los Tigres Del Norte in Reading, PA.
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Beethoven Symphony No. 9
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, a powerful celebration of unity and the human spirit.
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Treaty Oak Revival Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Event rate parking available — Experience the energetic blend of Red Dirt country and punk rock with Treaty Oak Revival.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets required — Experience the epic journey of Avatar: The Last Airbender through a live orchestra performance of its beloved score.
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Times Past, Time's Passed: An Exhibition of Paintings by Robert Seabourne
You are invited to the reception for an art show of paintings by Robert Seabourne that pay tribute to the beauty & history of the Oley Valley. The show runs from October 1-25, at The Crossroads Guitar & Art in Gilbertsville.
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The Music Of Hans Zimmer and Others
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the epic scores of Hans Zimmer and more in a captivating live performance.
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Aaron Lewis Concert
3:30-9 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the Grammy nominated former Staind frontman as he promotes his new solo album.
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