Good morning, Scranton.

PBS President Paula Kerger visited WVIA studios in Jenkins Twp on Wednesday and discussed the future of public broadcasting as the station coped with a 20% budget drop after federal funding cuts and welcomed one million new donors (supporting local media partnerships).

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a settlement that will raise average PPL residential bills by nearly 5%.

It also pauses rate cases for two years and enhances customer programs, including waived reconnection fees for qualifying low-income customers (earning up to 150% of poverty level) starting July 1.

Penn State announced that Menah Pratt will become regional chancellor for its Hazleton, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre campuses effective Aug.

1. Pratt (a seasoned higher education leader) will guide local campuses through transition as the Wilkes-Barre site prepares for closure.

Happy Hour at the Barre

5-7 p.m. — Lace Venue by Epicurean — Cash bar available — Enjoy a unique blend of yoga, barre, and Pilates while indulging in a creative happy hour menu.

The Music Man Performance

2-5 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy a lively rendition of this beloved musical classic.

Spy Class 1778

3:30 p.m. — Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library — Free entry — Kids will dive into local history through fun code-breaking and spycraft activities.