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

October 9, 2025

Arts & Culture

Philadelphia Flower Show's 2026 theme will dig into country's gardening roots

by Michaela Althouse

The Philadelphia Flower Show's 2026 theme will be 'Rooted: Origins of American Gardening,' officials said Thursday. The event, from Feb. 28 to March 8, concludes a three-year trilogy exploring the past, present and future of gardening.

October 9, 2025

Government

Philly wants people with disabilities to enjoy 2026 celebrations, but critics say work must be done to ensure access

by Michaela Althouse

The accessibility of Philadelphia's 2026 celebrations for people with disabilities was the subject of a recent City Council hearing. Advocates for people with disabilities say the city has much work to do to ensure access for events like the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game and America's 250th birthday celebrations.

October 8, 2025

Business

Del Buono's owner to reopen shuttered McMillan's Bakery in Haddon Township

by Michaela Althouse

McMillan's Bakery in Haddon Township will reopen under new ownership next year. Del Buono's Bakery owner Tom Whitman purchased the South Jersey business and will run it with a member of the McMillan family.

October 7, 2025

Taylor Swift denies turning down Super Bowl halftime show

by Michaela Althouse

Taylor Swift said she did not turn down the chance to sing in the Super Bowl halftime show, because she wouldn't own the performance footage. Speaking on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' she said she is too focused on her fiancé Travis Kelce's performance during the NFL season to take on the gig.

October 6, 2025

Obituaries

Vincent Termini Sr., second-generation owner of Termini Brothers, dies at 86

by Michaela Althouse

Vincent Termini Sr., the second-generation owner of South Philly staple Termini Brothers Bakery, has died at 86. His family shared news of his death in a social media post Sunday. No cause of death was provided.

October 6, 2025

Ahead of America's 250th anniversary, C-SPAN turns its focus to the nation's founding and its progress

by Michaela Althouse

C-SPAN plans to broadcast 48 hours of programs tied to America's 250th anniversary each week as the United States prepares for its semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026. Much of the programs will feature Philadelphia history.

October 3, 2025

Food & Drink

Here's how much Phillies fans will pay to do the 9-9-9 challenge at the ballpark this postseason

by Michaela Althouse

Phillies fans can now buy a box of nine mini hot dogs and small beers at the South Philly Market at Citizens Bank Park to partake in a viral challenge during Red October. Here's how much it costs.

October 3, 2025

Transportation

SEPTA's City Hall Station is getting a face lift ahead of America's 250th birthday celebrations

by Michaela Althouse

SEPTA is installing new fare gates and making several other upgrades at City Hall Station ahead of an expected influx of riders in 2026. The Broad Street Line station is among SEPTA's busiest and connects to the Market-Frankford Line and several trolley lines.

October 2, 2025

Entertainment

Unrivaled is coming to Philly, marking the city's first pro women's basketball games since 1998

by Michaela Althouse

Unrivaled, a 3-on-3 women's basketball league that was founded in 2023, is going on tour this year and will make a stop in Philadelphia at Xfinity Mobile Arena in January, officials announced Thursday.

October 2, 2025

Crime

Philadelphia Police release survey asking what should be priority of its 5-year plan

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia Police released an online survey Thursday for public input as it develops its five-year strategic plan. Officials said the plan will offer strategies on recruitment, retention, wellness and other topics.