Arts and Entertainment
Fashion: How Dylan Kepp Brings their Drag Persona “Iris Spectre” To Life
The drag performer creates all of their own designs, in addition to designing for others. [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Neighborhoods
The City of Brotherly Litter: A Conversation on Trash in Philadelphia
By Sophia Battaglia In order to further comprehend the effects trash has on the residents of Philadelphia, I sat with Tonya Sears, a woman living in Nicetown North Philly, and asked her about her experience [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
The Impact of Queer Sports Leagues in Philadelphia
By Dani Hollidge In the heart of Philadelphia, Stonewall Sports has become more than just a league-it’s athriving community that celebrates the spirit of queer sports and inclusivity. Founded as a part ofa national network [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Analysis: Philadelphia is seeing an increase in homelessness despite an influx of resources
B. Jawuan Jones cuts the hair of a client, Darien, as part of his pop-up barber shop on Broad Street It’s 11 a.m. on a Monday, and local barber B. Jawuan Jones heads out to [continue reading…]
Education
North Central: Nariah Anne Jewett Speaks About the Defunding of Methodist Services at Dunbar Elementary School
According to former Methodist Services employee Nariah Anne Jewett Johnson, the defunding of The Methodist Services after-school program at Dunbar Elementary affects students’ access to essential school supplies and hygiene products. [continue reading…]
Business
Chinatown is Not Going Down Without a Fight
In a neighborhood as vibrant and lively as Chinatown, a dismal overcast has been set with the announcement of an arena proposal. 76 Place was first announced in July of 2022, and if approved, is [continue reading…]
Bridesburg
Public Parks; The Key to Giving Big Cities Life
Philadelphia is an extremely diverse city. It’s filled with many Philly natives, as well asmany people who move here for school or work, and many travelers as well. Being filled with alarge diverse population of [continue reading…]
Callowhill
From Power Suits to Gender-Affirming Wear: How The Wardrobe is Revolutionizing Clothing Access for All Communities in Philadelphia
The Wardrobe is stitching together a better future by tackling clothing insecurity, offering everything from business suits to binders for those who need it most. [continue reading…]
Education
Education: The School District of Philadelphia Funding allocation system is flawed, here’s how those affected feel the system could improve
Philadelphia’s school funding system leaves many students in low-income neighborhoods without essential resources, impacting their academic performance and well-being. Advocates and experts emphasize that equity cannot be achieved without sufficient funding and greater local control over resource allocation. [continue reading…]
Arts and Entertainment
Center City: Philadelphia Children’s Theatre Thriving
While arts education is slowly rebuilt in the Philadelphia school district, local programs across the city have built a thriving community of talented students who work year-round to put on multiple productions. Music Theatre Philly [continue reading…]