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Downtown Nazareth has received a new Pennsylvania Main Street designation, opening the door to additional funding, tax credits and technical assistance for downtown revitalization. https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-26/nazareth-receives-state-main-street-designation-wdiy-local-news

On At the Movies, Paul Willistein reviews “You Can See Everything,” the new documentary centered on Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes in the weeks before she reported to federal prison. https://www.wdiy.org/show/at-the-movies/2026-10-26/you-can-see-everything-at-the-movies #WDIY #AtTheMovies

Tonight’s the night! WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares takes place from 5–8 PM at the State Theatre in Easton. Get ready for local personalities, trivia, raffles, and plenty of laughs—all in support of WDIY! Tickets and event details: https://ow.ly/MWfM50ZWNwU #WDIY #LehighValley

On Valley Voices, Margaret McConnell talks with Dr. Sherri Brokopp Binder, Executive Director of Ripple Community Inc., https://www.wdiy.org/show/valley-voices/2026-10-26/a-place-to-call-home-with-sherri-brokopp-binder-valley-voices #WDIY #AllentownPA

Sometimes a little kindness can completely change someone’s path. https://www.wdiy.org/show/when-good-things-happen/2026-10-23/good-people-second-chances-when-good-things-happen #WDIY #Kindness

An Easton woman who overcame serious childhood illness went on to transform medical science. https://www.wdiy.org/show/lehigh-valley-landmarks/2026-10-23/florence-b-seibert-lehigh-valley-landmarks #WDIY #LehighValleyHistory

On the latest Economic Pulse, Dr. Kamran Afshar looks at September housing numbers and other economic trends affecting the region and nation. https://www.wdiy.org/show/economic-pulse-with-dr-kamran-afshar/2026-10-23/economic-pulse-week-of-10-23-26 #WDIY #Economy

Last call for tickets! WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares is tomorrow! Join WDIY for trivia, laughs, and fundraising on Tuesday, October 27, from 5–8 PM at the State Theatre in Easton. Get your tickets: https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY #LehighValley

On this episode of Trailblazers, Melody Bradford talks with Luis Campos, Chief Administrative Officer with the City of Easton, about his family leaving Nicaragua during a period of unrest.. Watch more at WDIY.org. #WDIY #Trailblazers #EastonPA #Leadership #LehighValley

You could go from the audience to the game. ⭐ One of the raffle prizes at WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares is the chance to PLAY in Round 4 of the live show! See you Tuesday, October 27 at the State Theatre in Easton! https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY

Pennie open enrollment begins November 1, and state officials say many uninsured Pennsylvanians may qualify for financial assistance as health coverage costs rise. https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-23/officials-highlight-financial-assistance-as-health-costs-rise-wdiy-local-news

What financial lessons should young people learn early? https://www.wdiy.org/show/teen-money-matters/2026-10-22/starting-young-is-the-greatest-superpower-with-maheen-syeda-teen-money-matters #WDIY #FinancialLiteracy

It's the final day of WDIY's fall fund drive! We've spent this week celebrating what makes WDIY special: independent music, local voices, trusted news, extraordinary volunteers, and a community that believes in keeping it all on the air. https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026

On Environmental Minute, Maddie Yang looks at how transportation, food, water use, and everyday choices contribute to greenhouse gas emissions — and how small changes can add up. https://www.wdiy.org/show/environmental-minute/2026-10-21/carbon-footprint-environmental-minute #WDIY #Sustainability

On Charla Comunitaria, Aurea Ortiz talks with Kelsey McIntyre, winner of the first national Raíces Essay Contest https://www.wdiy.org/show/charla-comunitaria/2026-10-22/food-family-and-the-stories-we-carry-with-kelsey-mcintyre-jennifer-mcintyre-and-sophia-betancourt-charla-comunitaria

We're almost there, because of YOU! WDIY's fall fund drive is almost over, and thanks to the generosity of our incredible community, we're closing in on our goal! ❤️ Give today: https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #BecauseOfYou #WDIY #CommunityRadio #LehighValley

On Defeating Darkness, David Rimberg and Paul Miller talk with members of Sights for Hope https://www.wdiy.org/show/defeating-darkness/2026-10-23/early-detection-and-lifelong-support-defeating-darkness #WDIY #VisionHealth

On this episode of Trailblazers, Melody Bradford talks with Luis Campos, Chief Administrative Officer with the City of Easton about the city’s diverse tax base and the challenges Easton faced during the pandemic. Watch more at WDIY.org. #WDIY #Trailblazers #EastonPA #LocalGovernment #LehighValley

Carlos Benjamin is behind the mic for today’s Friday Blend with new music from Flamin’ Groovies, Billy Strings, Son Volt, and more! Tune in from 1–4 PM on WDIY 88.1 FM or listen online: https://www.wdiy.org/show/the-blend #WDIY #TheBlend

That song you hadn't heard in 20 years. The new artist you can't stop listening to. Everyone has their own WDIY moment. And together, those moments make our community radio station something extraordinary. https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #BecauseOfYou #WDIY #CommunityRadio #LehighValley

There are even more chances to win at WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares! Raffle tickets are $20 for one, $50 for three, or $100 for seven. Join us Tuesday, October 27 at the State Theatre in Easton. https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY #HollywoodSquares

On Megan’s Museum Minute, Megan van Ravenswaay highlights the Pennsylvania Historical Association’s annual meeting in Bethlehem... https://www.wdiy.org/show/megans-museum-minute/2026-10-21/megans-museum-minute-week-of-10-21-26 #WDIY #LehighValleyHistory

On Influence Unplugged, Lindsay Watson talks with Shelby Lawson about moving from healthcare into creative entrepreneurship https://www.wdiy.org/show/influence-unplugged-celebrating-black-legacy/2026-10-20/the-courage-to-reinvent-with-shelby-lawson-and-kashi-johnson-influence-unplugged

The raffle prizes are stacking up for WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares! Tuesday, October 27 at the State Theatre in Easton. https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY #HollywoodSquares

A run through his neighborhood turned into a life-threatening emergency. #WDIY #Trailblazers #EastonPA #LehighValley

On this episode, Melody Bradford sits down with Luis Campos, Chief Administrative Officer with the City of Easton... https://www.wdiy.org/show/trailblazers/2026-10-20/prioritizing-stability-with-city-of-eastons-luis-campos-trailblazers

Last year, WDIY lost approximately $111,000 in annual federal funding. But something extraordinary happened. You stepped up. https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #BecauseOfYou #WDIY #CommunityRadio #LehighValley

What did the third quarter tell us about the markets? https://www.wdiy.org/show/your-financial-choices/2026-10-19/third-quarter-market-review-with-chris-holland-and-bill-henderson-your-financial-choices #WDIY #Investing

Marc Dobbs welcomes Cedar Crest College President Dr. Elizabeth Meade to My 3 Songs to share selections from the Indigo Girls, Hamilton and Paul Simon — and the life and leadership lessons behind them. https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-16/my-3-songs-elizabeth-meade #CedarCrestCollege

Today from 7–9 AM, Laurie Hackett and John Dodds will be live on WDIY raising much-needed support during the Fall Fund Drive! Listen live at WDIY.org and support the Fall Fund Drive here: https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #WDIY #FallFundDrive #SupportWDIY #PublicRadio #LehighValley

Marc Dobbs is giving away a RatBoys vinyl singing to an empty chair and away on today’s Blend. All donors who give between 1-4 get entered to win! WDIY.org

How do you connect Allentown residents with good-paying jobs and long-term career opportunities? https://www.wdiy.org/show/the-well-being-report/2026-10-19/the-power-of-people-with-manuela-guevara-and-matt-trust #WDIY #AllentownPA

One week until WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares! Local personalities, trivia, laughs, and a night supporting independent public radio. Join WDIY on Tuesday, October 27, from 5–8 PM at the State Theatre in Easton. Get your tickets: https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares

What’s hitting the stage at Northampton Community College this season? https://www.wdiy.org/show/lehigh-valley-arts-salon/2026-10-19/setting-the-stage-nccs-2026-27-theatre-season-with-jessica-lopez-barkl-and-darah-donaher-lv-arts-salon #WDIY #LehighValleyArts

A major Revolutionary War campaign began right here in Easton. https://www.wdiy.org/show/lehigh-valley-landmarks/2026-10-16/the-sullivan-expedition-lehigh-valley-landmarks #WDIY #LehighValleyHistory

Tiffany of TS Brand Elevation is joining WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares on Tuesday, October 27 from 5–8 PM at the State Theatre in Easton, all to support local public radio. Get your tickets: https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY #LehighValley #HollywoodSquares

September inflation surged past expectations, with the Consumer Price Index rising 0.6% for the month and the annual inflation rate reaching 3.7%. https://www.wdiy.org/show/economic-pulse-with-dr-kamran-afshar/2026-10-16/economic-pulse-week-of-10-16-26 #WDIY #Economy

On this episode of Young Valley Leaders, Louis Holzman talks with Eva Di Orio and John Mortensen, owners of Soft Machine Gallery. https://www.wdiy.org/show/young-valley-leaders/2026-10-12/an-honest-look-at-entrepreneurship-with-eva-di-orio-and-john-mortensen-young-valley-leaders #WDIY #AllentownPA

On Young Valley Leaders, Louis Holzman talks with Eva Di Orio and John Mortensen of Soft Machine Gallery. https://www.wdiy.org/show/young-valley-leaders/2026-10-12/an-honest-look-at-entrepreneurship-with-eva-di-orio-and-john-mortensen-young-valley-leaders #WDIY #AllentownPA

Allentown’s proposed 2027 budget includes a property tax increase to cover rising costs while maintaining city services. https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-16/proposed-allentown-budget-includes-tax-hike-wdiy-local-news #WDIY #AllentownPA

Cedar Crest College President Dr. Elizabeth Meade joins Marc Dobbs for My 3 Songs, sharing the stories and life lessons behind picks from the Indigo Girls, Hamilton and Paul Simon. Listen: https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-16/my-3-songs-elizabeth-meade #WDIY

Megan’s Museum Minute has local history covered with an iron-mining program in Longswamp Township, an eerie walking tour through Downtown Easton, and more... https://www.wdiy.org/show/megans-museum-minute/2026-10-14/megans-museum-minute-week-of-10-14-26 #LehighValleyHistory

WDIY isn't a playlist created by an algorithm. It's a community of people who love music, care about the Lehigh Valley, and believe our stories deserve to be heard. https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #BecauseOfYou #WDIY #CommunityRadio #LehighValley

The trivia isn’t the only reason to join WDIY’s Lehigh Valley “Hollywood” Squares—there will be raffles and prizes, too! Come enjoy the fun while supporting WDIY on Tuesday, October 27, from 5–8 PM at the State Theatre in Easton. https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares

Join Charles James for this afternoon’s Friday Blend on WDIY 88.1! 🎶 For each donation during the show, Charles will play a “number” song to match that donor’s number. Call 610-758-8810 or donate at https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026

With his daughter off to college, Yusuf Dahl admits he's completely out of the loop on pop culture. Let's hope he doesn't get too many questions about it! Tickets and details: https://www.wdiy.org/lehigh-valley-hollywood-squares #WDIY #LehighValley #HollywoodSquares

This week's Megan's Museum Minute explores industrial surprises in a local forest, a darker side of Easton's past, and the people who helped power their communities 200 years ago. Listen on WDIY: https://www.wdiy.org/show/megans-museum-minute/2026-10-14/megans-museum-minute-week-of-10-14-26

On the latest HerStory, Sandra Bieber talks with Muhlenberg College President Dr. Kathy Harring and attorney Ana Amarante-Craig. https://www.wdiy.org/show/herstory-women-who-lead/2026-10-15/a-calling-rather-than-a-hunger-with-dr-kathy-harring-and-ana-amarante-craig-herstory #WDIY

WDIY's James Zipprodt reports on the latest developments in the effort to restore Bethlehem's historic tannery. Listen here: https://www.wdiy.org/wdiy-headlines/2026-10-14/bethlehems-tannery-restoration-sees-new-support-wdiy-local-news #WDIY #BethlehemPA #LehighValley

You can find news almost anywhere. But where can you hear the voices, stories, and perspectives of the people who make the Lehigh Valley unique? https://wdiy.monkeypod.io/give/fall2026 #BecauseOfYou #WDIY #CommunityRadio #LehighValley