Good morning, Scranton.

Family events are scheduled this week with carnival attractions, live auctions and makers' activities.

In Scranton, LRCA Riverfest is set for Saturday, May 2 — a family-friendly event featuring food vendors, live entertainment and educational exhibits.

Union Pacific No. 4014 (Big Boy) will visit Steamtown National Historic Site in June as part of its coast-to-coast tour celebrating America’s 250th anniversary; officials expect tens of thousands of visitors to enjoy the historic locomotive.

EMPOWER: The Leadership Experience conference brought over 700 attendees together today at Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center as Geisinger hosted talks, a teen session, wellness displays, and vendor showcases focused on women’s leadership.

The 2027 speaker portal opens tomorrow.

Tickets remain available for the free America250 concert in Wilkes-Barre on June 20 featuring Lady A, En Vogue, and Carson Kressley — while the Hershey show on June 13 will add Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, The Avett Brothers, and Chloe Flower.

Fans must register early.

The Shapiro administration has announced $267 million for 31 RISE PA projects aimed at cutting emissions and lowering energy costs for businesses in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Officials say the funding will also support manufacturing jobs and bolster local industry.

Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti and Representative Kosierowski warned that proposed federal Medicaid cuts could soon force local hospitals to limit services and strain emergency rooms.

They said reduced funding will add pressure to an already tight healthcare system.

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins are in a five-game playoff series with the Hershey Bears, and today Bob Ide & Roger DuPuis discuss the team's outlook and coach Kirk MacDonald's strategy in the WVIA podcast studio.

Vinyasa Yoga Flow Class

5:30-6:30 p.m. — The Greenhouse Project — $10 Suggested Donation — Experience the healing power of yoga in a nurturing greenhouse environment.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

7-10 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant youth theatre performance of this classic musical tale.

A Tribute Night to The Eagles

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Tickets from $40.65 — Enjoy classic rock hits live as The Ultimate Eagle’s Tribute Band celebrates the music of The Eagles.