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Scranton
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michelle Elise (the Zipper Queen) volunteers at local repair cafes to fix busted zippers using TLC instead of replacing them. Her work builds practical skills and saves money for community members. WVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Little Leaf Farms runs four ten-acre greenhouses just outside McAdoo in Carbon County to grow fresh lettuce using advanced hydroponic systems, which are delivered to nearly 8,000 grocery stores today. The company paused expansion at 40 acres but plans further growth, including a 2026 launch in Tennessee & continued sustainable practices. WVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Scranton hosted a Black History Month trivia night Monday in the Rose Room of Brennan Hall to celebrate local Black history from the Underground Railroad to modern times. Historians like Glynis Johns led interactive presentations and trivia as community members enjoyed prizes and refreshments (event was free). FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan plans to send a formal letter to the governor asking for a two-year moratorium on data center projects so that community interests are considered. The move comes as Pennie enrollment dropped after Affordable Care Act subsidies expired. WVIA
- ➤ Downtown Clarks Summit will remove its 40-year-old clock tower in the next few months due to high repair costs and property disputes—council will soon vote on a dismantling plan, and a 9/11 memorial plaque will be relocated to a new site. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fortis Institute hosted its Give Kids A Smile event Monday in Scranton to offer free dental screenings and treatments for children ages 1 to 17. Students organized the event with a Minecraft theme to make dental care less intimidating. FOX 56
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Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
2-9 p.m. — Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza — Various pricing options available — Celebrate a century of basketball thrills and laughs with legendary performances and fan experiences.
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JCC Zootopia Purim Carnival
12-2 p.m. — Scranton JCC — Free entry — Celebrate Purim with carnival games, music, and a lively atmosphere for all ages.
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Chicago: The Musical
2-4 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the razzle-dazzle of Chicago’s iconic story of fame and fortune in the Jazz Age.
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Van Morrison Celebration: Tupelo Honey
3–5 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not listed — Celebrate the timeless music of Van Morrison in a vibrant tribute performance.
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Cash and King Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the best of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley in one unforgettable tribute concert.
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Brian P. Kelly 2 Mile Footrace
11 a.m. — Scranton Downtown Federal Credit Union — $12 pre-registration, $15 race day — Celebrate the start of the race season with this historic 2-mile footrace on the parade route.
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