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Good morning, neighbors. š Thanks for starting your day with the Spotlight!
š¤ļø Thursdayās weather: Humid with a mix of sunshine and clouds and a high near 88Ā° (itāll feel closer to 95Ā°). An afternoon thunderstorm canāt be ruled out, but most of the day should stay dry. The UV index will be very high.
Here's whatās in todayās Spotlight:
Save the date for the MDP carnival
Montgomery County sues major social media companies
Happening Today
Thursdayās national celebrations
On this day in history
Thank you for reading!
Corey
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š”In The Spotlight
š” Save the Date: MDP Community Carnival Returns in September
Mark your calendars! The MDP Community Carnival returns September 24ā26, with three nights of food, rides, live music and more.
š¶ Live music Thursday, Friday & Saturday
šļø Thursday: Wristband Night + Italian Night
š® Friday: Mexican Night
š· Saturday: Roasted Pig Night
MDP has already released this year's food menu, with everything from burgers and funnel cakes to pierogies, pulled pork and nightly specials ā and says more announcements about bands and theme nights are still to come.
š September 24ā26
ā”ļø Save the date and make sure to follow their FB page for updates.
š± Montgomery County Sues Major Social Media Companies Over Youth Mental Health
Montgomery County has filed a federal lawsuit against Meta, Snap, TikTok and Google, alleging their social media platforms are contributing to mental health problems among children and teenagers.
According to the County, the lawsuit seeks to hold the companies accountable for what officials describe as the negative effects of social media use on young people, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, sleep disorders, self-harm and suicidal ideation.
County officials pointed to the 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey, which states that three or more hours of social media use approximately doubles the risk of depression and anxiety symptoms among youth.
Montgomery County says it is the largest jurisdiction in Pennsylvania pursuing litigation against social media companies. The lawsuit was filed in federal court in California as a joint effort between the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners and District Attorney's Office.
šDeveloper-Commissioned Analysis Projects $55.4M in Annual Local Tax Revenue
An economic and fiscal impact analysis prepared by 4ward Planning after being retained by the developer projects that five proposed Upper Merion data center developments could generate approximately $55.4 million in local tax revenue each year once fully developed and operating.
The Spotlightās full story breaks down the major projections and assumptions and includes the complete 33-page analysis for readers to review.
The Spotlight is sharing the analysis as source material for the community; its publication should not be interpreted as an endorsement of the findings or the proposed developments.
š„³ Wednesdayās National Celebrations
National Prosecco Day (whatās your favorite brand?)
National Filet Mignon Day (picked mine up at Costco)
š°ļø On This Day In History
1942 - the Manhattan Project commences.
1967 - Bonnie and Clyde is released
š Happening Today
Itās weekend eve, hereās whatās happening around town:
Mahjong Meetup Mania at the Library
Bingo at The Depot Bar and Swedeland Social Hall
Open Game Room at the Senior Center
āStudent Dayā specials at Bury The Hatchet
Pork specials & Live Music at Screwballs
Special $25 Walk In rates at The Amazing Escape Room
Chess Club meets at Hibachi of Valley Forge
Beer Garden at PK&T
Live Music
Bright Kelly | Screwballs | 8:30 pm
Chris Marsceill Trio | Eddie Vās | 6:30 pm
Danny Lynch | Gypsy Saloon | 6 pm
Joel John Project | KOP Town Center Green | 6 - 8 pm
Josceppit | The Ribby | 7 pm
Aaron Quarterman Jr. | Peppers | 6:30
Thanks for spending a couple of minutes with me.
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Have a fantastic day,
Corey
