Michaela Althouse

MIchaela Althouse

Michaela Althouse is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in climate, technology, education and politics. She’s previously written for Technical.ly, Washingtonian Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, New Project Media and Metro Eireann. She is a Bucks County native who enjoys gardening, exploring Philly and finding the city’s best coffee.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

April 6, 2026

Health News

Wawa recalls lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch sold at Philly-area stores

Wawa has recalled 16-ounce bottles of its fruit punch, diet lemonade, lemon iced tea and diet lemon iced tea sold at stores in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. The drinks may contain an undeclared milk allergen.

April 6, 2026

Weather

Despite incoming cold front and recent rains, there's an elevated risk of wildfires in Pa. and N.J.

Parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania are at an elevated risk of wildfire spread despite recent rains and an incoming cold front. A National Weather Service official said April is peak season for forest blazes in the area.

April 3, 2026

Music

Glenside record store to sell late WMMR DJ Pierre Robert's CD and vinyl collection

The record and CD collection of late WMMR DJ Pierre Robert will be available for sale at Vinyl Chickie in Glenside on April 18. Some of the more rare items will be up for auction, but most are priced from $10-$100.

April 3, 2026

Education

Penn community says proposed changes to guidelines on campus demonstrations infringe on free speech

The University of Pennsylvania released a new proposal for its open expression guidelines this week. But students and staff say it's 'rolling back freedoms when it comes to free speech.'

April 3, 2026

Museums

Check out these 13 exhibits at Philly museums that honor America's 250th birthday

Want to learn more about the American history being celebrated this summer and how the country has developed over 250 years? Check out these exhibits at Philadelphia museums and institutions.

April 2, 2026

History

As Artemis II embarks on lunar mission, here's a look back at Philly's moonwalker

As the Artemis II has embarked on its mission to become the first crewed spacecraft to go into lunar orbit since 1972, here's a look back at Philly's own moonwalker, Pete Conrad.

April 2, 2026

Arts & Culture

One of these six original quotes will be etch into the soon-to-be-installed Harriet Tubman statue

A contest is underway to choose which original quote will be etched into the soon-to-be-installed Harriet Tubman statue in Center City. Voting is open through April 30.

April 1, 2026

News

Judge rules Penn must turn over list of Jewish people on campus

A federal judge ruled Tuesday that the University of Pennsylvania must turn over a list of people affiliated with Jewish organizations on campus. The school has said it plans to file an appeal over privacy and civil rights concerns.

March 31, 2026

Food & Drink

Seven Philly bars, restaurants and chefs named 2026 James Beard Award finalists

Seven Philly chefs, restaurants and bars were named finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards. Kalaya, Emmett and the Lovers Bar, as well as Justine MacNeil, Jesse Ito, Omar Tate and Cybille St. Aude-Tate were recognized Wednesday.

March 31, 2026

Performances

On Stage in April: Philly Theatre Week, 'The Sound of Music' and 'Shucked'

In April, audiences can catch productions of 'Shucked,' '1776' and 'The Contrast,' which is considered America's first play. Plus, Philadelphia Theatre Week returns with pay-what-you-can shows.

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