Philly’s most important election in a decade
It’s no exaggeration to say today’s primary election will shape the future of Philadelphia.
Along with the likely new mayor, voters will choose who’ll make up a City Council filled with new faces, and there’s a chance sheriff could also change. Don’t forget about the many judges, or the city charter questions.
- All of it is covered in our Procrastinator’s Guide, your cheat sheet for Election Day. Take it with you to the polls, open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., or use it to fill out your mail ballot before you drop it in one of these boxes.
- Still not sure your choice for top job? Philly Mayor Quiz is there to quickly explore.
- Are you one of 1,400 voters who might need to redo your mail ballot? You have until 8 p.m.
- Want to help predict turnout? Remember your voter number and submit it to the Sixty-Six Wards blog.
Starting when the polls close, you can track the mayoral results live on Billy Penn’s homepage, and listen live on WHYY-FM 90.9 for updates. Good luck and happy voting.
An ‘ultimate’ model for athleticism, fun, and inclusivity
Philly’s new professional women’s ultimate team officially formed in April, and is considered a strong contender to make the championship in D.C. this June.
- The Philadelphia Surge’s roster includes grocery store workers, dentists, scientists and college students of all identities taking time to train, compete, and “give people something to aim for.”
For Billy Penn, Nick Kariuki dives into everything ultimate, the Surge, and their mission to be an inclusive sport.
RECAP: What else happened?
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• President Biden was in town yesterday, attending his granddaughter’s Penn graduation and eating lunch afterward at Vietnam Cafe. [KYW/AP/@JarrettRenshaw]
• Get ready to sign a tablet: Philadelphia is using electronic poll books for the first time today, and workers are hoping to avoid snafus. [Billy Penn]
• More arrests were made in the ongoing Philly prison escape investigation, while officials continue their search for the remaining fugitive. [Billy Penn]
• Philly’s health department is planning to open a new health center in Frankford that will provide primary care for adults and kids, pharmacy services, and lab testing. It’s scheduled to open in 2025. [WHYY]
• More Indego bike share stations are coming this year, including in Manayunk, West Philly, Center City, South Philly, Old City, and on North Broad. [PhillyVoice]
• A Chester County woman showed up to Taylor Swift’s Philly concert with 81 printed pages of lyrics and a clip-on reading light to see them. [CBS3]
• Craving a 2 a.m. bagel after a Saturday night out? The forthcoming Philly Bagels location at 15th and Locust will have you covered. [Eater]
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Kenney is staying mum today as the city votes on his likely successor. Nothing on his public schedule.
ON THE CALENDAR
🪩 No denying the W hotel has a prime Center City location, and a new monthly series showcases live electronic music and dancing, starting the DJ Dave and her algorave beats. Free with RSVP. (7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18)
🎳 Camp Jamison, which gives kids from Philly a camping escape each summer, hosts its Bowling Bash fundraiser at Pike Lanes Bowling just outside the city in Bucks. Tickets are $15. (5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 20)
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