Good morning, Delaware County. This is Hey Delco, we don’t chase twisters like Glen Powell, but we do chase the latest news, events, and cool stories around Delco to keep you in the know.

In today’s edition:

• Your guide to National Night Out 👮

• The Hulk is in town💚

• Cobbs Creek Golf Course takes another step forward ⛳

• (Reminder) Vote for the best Delco town 🗳️

• First look at the week’s Event/Music schedule 🎶

• And much more…

Let’s get to it.

— Clint & Jennifer Losch

THE DIGEST

National Night Out: A Community Bash with a Purpose

Delco neighborhoods are gearing up for a night of fun and community bonding at this year’s National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The event, now in its 41st year, is all about bringing locals together with law enforcement to build safer, more connected communities.

What’s in store? We’ve got live demos, music, emergency equipment displays, and a whole lot of family-friendly activities. It's a chance to meet the people keeping your neighborhood safe and enjoy a summer evening with your community.

There are events happening all across Delco. Here’s a list.

Road Closure Alert - The Hulk is in Delco

Guess what, folks? The Hulk—uh, I mean, Mark Ruffalo—is back in town! As we reported last week, the upcoming HBO crime drama Task has been filming off and on in our neck of the woods for the past year.

Well, this is the week when they will be back in Delco, which means celebrity sightings and road closures.

Here’s where you need to avoid unless you plan on Hulk-smashing your way through traffic:

Gradyville Road: Aug. 6 and Aug. 7, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., will be closed and detoured between Delchester and Providence roads in Edgmont Township. Local access will be maintained up to the work zone.

West Chester Pike: Aug. 6 and Aug. 7, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., rolling lane closures between Campus Boulevard and Bishop Hollow Road in Newtown Township.

Can Mikey Miss Revive 97.5?

This one is for you sports talk fans. After months of will-he-or-won't-he, Mike Missanelli’s return to 97.5 the Fanatic is official. The 68-year-old radio veteran, who left the station two years ago abruptly, is set to take over the 10am-2pm midday slot alongside Bill Colarulo starting mid-August.

Why does this matter? Well, 97.5 is in a bit of a rut, with ratings lagging behind their rival, 94 WIP. Bringing back Mikey Miss, who consistently pulled solid numbers in the Nielsen ratings, feels like a move to inject some much-needed energy into the station. The Fanatic needs a win, and they’re betting that Missanelli is the guy to deliver it. Check out Crossing Broad for more insights about this move.

Don’t Forget to Vote: What’s the Best Delco Town?

As a friendly nudge, don’t forget to show your love for your town.

94WIP is taking their show on the road with the "Tour de Delco," a journey through Delaware County to celebrate sports, traditions, and all things Delco pride.

Do you think your town is the top spot in the county? Prove it!

Submit your town’s story, rally your neighbors, and show WIP why your community deserves to be the ultimate stop on their tour.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Cobbs Creek Golf Course Nears Its Revival with New GM at the Helm

The Cobbs Creek Golf Course is on the brink of a major revival, with Christopher Parker stepping in as the new general manager (Interview with Chris Parker is at 15:34 of the linked video). This $150 million project is bringing the course back to life with exciting new features like a TGR Learning Lab and a short course designed by Tiger Woods’ company.

For someone who practically lived on this course during high school as p art of the UDHS golf team, while also working summers at the City Line Sports Center, it’s incredibly exciting to see Cobbs Creek getting new life.

What do you think about a Hey Delco Open at the new Cobbs Creek? Stay tuned!

Here’s a complete breakdown of the phased timeline for opening the learning lab, short course, and complete Olde Course.

Local Vendor Events for Business Owners

Looking for opportunities to promote your business? These local events are looking for vendors:

• Folcroft Borough is looking for vendors for their Community Day Street Fair in September

• Annual Fall Craft Fest at Prospect Park Square on Sept 21

• Delco Has Your 6 Community Event May 17, 2025 (spots are going fast)

_{Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.}

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Ready to ditch your couch like it’s the last-place finisher? Here are the gold-medal events in Delco this week

_{Note: This may not be every event happening this week. If we missed something. Yell at us in an email. Just hit reply and let us know about upcoming events that you want to see featured.}

Save the Date

(Aug 10) Baseball Night at Dolan’s Bar » Details
(Aug 24) Beer Muscles 8 at 2SP Brewing Company » Tickets
(Sept 30) 8th Annual Delco Golf Outing at Bluestone Country Club » Details

Monday, August 5

(7:00 PM) The Light in the Piazza at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets

Tuesday, August 6

(All Day - Outside Delco) Ardmore Restaurant Week | Ardmore
(10:30 AM) Diary of a Wimpy Kid at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets
(6:30 PM) Quizzo Night at Artillery Brewing | Drexel Hill
(7:00 PM) Food Trucks at Market Square Memorial Park| Marcus Hook
(7:00 PM) The Light in the Piazza at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets
(7:30 PM) Trivia at Marple Public House | Broomall
(8:00 PM) The Most Delco Quizzo @ Dolan’s | Ridley Park
(8:00 PM) Quizzo at Barnaby’s | Aston

Wednesday, August 7

(All Day - Outside Delco) Ardmore Restaurant Week | Ardmore
(10:30 AM) Diary of a Wimpy Kid at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets
(2:30 PM) Oakmont Famers Market | Havertown
(4:00 PM) Trolls Party w/ Princess Poppy at Charming Star Playroom | Newtown Square
(5:00 PM) Dining Under the Stars | Media
(7:00 PM) Quizzo Night at Ship Bottom Brewery | Swarthmore
(7:00 PM) Trivia at 2SP Brewing | Aston
(7:00 PM) Bingo at JT Brewski’s Pub | Primos
(7:00 PM) Diary of a Wimpy at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets
(8:30 PM) Quizzo at Ship Bottom Brewery  | Swarthmore

Thursday, August 8

(All Day - Outside Delco) Ardmore Restaurant Week | Ardmore
(10:30 AM) Diary of a Wimpy Kid at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby
(4:00 PM) Tired Hands Summer Beer Park | Newtown Square
(7:00 PM) Free Film Screening - The Journey Home at Nolan’s Pour House | Media
(7:00 PM) Diary of a Wimpy at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets
(8:00 PM) Bingo at Cawleys Irish Pub | Upper Darby

Friday, August 9

(All Day - Outside Delco) Ardmore Restaurant Week | Ardmore
(4:00 PM) Tired Hands Summer Beer Park | Newtown Square
(4:00 PM) Backcountry Bites Food Truck at 2SP Brewing | Aston
(4:00 PM) Savannah’s Southern Cuisine Food Truck at Ship Bottom Brewery | Swarthmore
(6:00 PM) The Most Delco Quizzo @ Dolan’s | Ridley Park
(7:00 PM) Ship Bottom Brewery at Linvilla Orchards | Media
(7:00 PM) Bingo at Norwood American Legion | Norwood
(7:30 PM) Newsies at Upper Darby Summer Stage | Upper Darby » Tickets

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Upcoming Concerts

Delco’s, The Mary Veils, Set to Open for Rock Legends The Hives at the Fillmore on Sept 29: The fuzzed-out riffs of The Mary Veils will set the stage for what’s sure to be an unforgettable night with The Hives and their insane live show (many consider The Hives to be the best live performers). This is a can’t-miss gig—tickets are flying, so snag yours ASAP.

The Screaming Orphans at the Kelly Center: Tickets went on sale last week for the Screaming Orphans. They are a chart-topping all-sister Celtic folk and pop band from Donegal. They will be at the Kelly Center in Havertown on September 8. Seating is very limited and tickets will not last long.

Here’s the upcoming live music lineup around Delco:

Monday, August 5

(8:00 PM) Karaoke at Rams Pizza Tavern | Clifton Heights

Tuesday, August 6

(4:00 PM) Chuck Mac at Tavola | Aston
(6:30 PM) Bluegrass Jam at The Kelly Center | Havertown
(7:00 PM) Open Mic w/ Brett Jolly at Gatsby’s | Aston
(7:00 PM) Fabulous Greaseband and MHPD National Night Out at Market Square Memorial Park | Marcus Hook
(7:00 PM) Doom Scroll Band and The Looms Band at War3house3 | Swarthmore
(7:30 PM) Tiki Karaoke at Romarco’s | Clifton Heights
(9:00 PM) Karaoke at The Red Lantern | Glenolden

Wednesday, August 7

(5:00 PM) Jim Cesca at Ashley’s Restaurant and Bar | Glen Mills
(6:00 PM) Rob Carroll at Laporta Restaurant | Media
(6:00 PM) Catholic Community Choir at The Bowl | Springfield
(6:00 PM) Karaoke at Barnaby’s | Aston
(7:00 PM) Karaoke Night at Liberty Tavern | Woodlyn
(7:00 PM) Karaoke at Marple Public House | Broomall
(7:00 PM) Karaoke w/ Bobby Jones at Shere-E-Punjab | Media
(7:00 PM) The Return of Fest at War3house3 | Media
(7:00 PM) Open Mic Night at The Kelly Center | Media
(7:30 PM) Rose Tree Park Summer Concert - Makin’ Music | Media
(7:30 PM) Bachelor Boys at 118 North | Wayne » Tickets
(7:30 PM) Open Mic at Tom N Jerry’s | Folsom
(9:00 PM) Karaoke at Media’s Town House | Media

Thursday, August 8

(5:00 PM) Ryan Shubert at Ashley’s Restaurant and Bar | Glen Mills
(6:00 PM) Karaoke at Duffers Tavern | Glen Mills
(6:00 PM) Acoustic on the Deck at Barnaby’s | Aston
(6:30 PM) Irish Traditional Music Session at The Kelly Center | Havertown
(7:00 PM) AM Radio Trio at Tom N Jerry’s | Folsom
(7:00 PM) DJ Cory AK at War3house3 | Swarthmore
(7:00 PM) Open Mic Night/Jam Session at Shere-E-Punjab | Media
(7:30 PM) Rose Tree Park Summer Concert - Barry Harris Band | Media
(8:00 PM) Empire Strikes Brass at 118 North | Wayne » Tickets
(9:00 PM) Karaoke w/ DJ Kurt at Marty Magee’s | Prospect Park

Friday, August 9

(2:00 PM) Rick Caldwell at Pennswoods Winery | Chadds Ford
(4:00 PM) JJ Rupp at Tom N Jerry’s | Folsom
(4:00 PM) Miss Mandy at 118 North | Wayne
(5:30 PM) Ashley Gray at McGillicuddy’s | Havertown
(6:00 PM) Ken Pierson at Ashley’s Restaurant and Bar | Glen Mills
(6:00 PM) Acoustic on the Deck at Barnaby’s | West Chester
(6:00 PM) Lisa Chavous and Bobby D at Off the Rail | Media
(6:30 PM) Adam Monaco at Laporta Restaurant | Media
(7:00 PM) Karaoke at Not Just a Crab | Springfield
(7:00 PM) Steve Kurtz Dance Party at Romarco’s | Clifton Heights
(7:00 PM) Vinny Trav Duo at Ship Bottom Brewery | Swarthmore
(7:00 PM) Live Music at Gridiron Pub | Aston
(7:30 PM) Rose Tree Park Summer Concert - Chameleon Funk w/ local legend Ben Singleton | Media
(8:00 PM) Curtis Jr at Westgate Pub | Havertown
(8:00 PM) Bloom & Decay - Grateful Dead Tribute at Shere-E-Punjab | Media
(8:00 PM) Khadijah Renee Trio at Jamey’s House of Music | Lansdowne » Tickets
(9:00 PM) The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow at 118 North | Wayne » Tickets
(9:00 PM) DJ Jacky T at McGillicuddy’s | Havertown
(9:00 PM) Karaoke & DJ Big Rick at Samantha’s Kitchen | Drexel Hill
(9:00 PM) Buzz-Kill at Tom N Jerry’s | Folsom
(9:30 PM) DJ Moon at JT Brewksi’s Pub | Primos

SPORTS

Villanova’s Olympic Hot Streak: 20 Games, 16 Medals,

Villanova is keeping its Olympic tradition alive, with yet another athlete in the Summer Games in Paris, marking the 20th consecutive Olympics with Wildcat representation. Former track & field standout Patrick Tiernan '16 was named one of five athletes selected by the Australian Olympic Committee to compete in the marathon at Paris 2024 Olympics. With a legacy dating back to 1948, Villanova athletes have snagged an impressive 16 medals—11 gold and 5 silver

Delco's Own Allie Wilson: So Close

Wallingford native and Strath Haven grad, Allie Wilson, just missed advancing to the semi-finals in the women’s 800m at the Paris Olympics by a nanosecond in her repechage round. But hey, making it this far is no small feat! Delco couldn’t be prouder of its Olympic athlete as she continues to inspire us all with her journey on the world’s biggest stage.

Olympic Medal Count

Philadelphia Phillies (66-45)

It’s been a rough week for the Fightins. But on Sunday, the Phillies finally snapped their 6 game losing streak, as Bryce Harper had a 3-hit day, including a home-run, to snap his own 1-27 slump.

Upcoming Series

8/5-8/7: @ Dodgers

Philadelphia Eagles

They’re back! The preseason officially kicks off this Friday at the Ravens. In preparation for the first game, we will have our first hoagie review posted on Wednesday.

I don’t know about you, but when I think about football food, I think hoagies. If you do too, we’ll help you make sure you grab the best for gameday!

WEATHER

Wednesday

92 🌡️ 73 | 🌤️ | 3% | 💨 SSW 8 mph

Thursday

89 🌡️ 66 | 🌦️ | 77% | 💨 W 6 mph

Wednesday

72 🌡️ 64 | 🌦️ | 64% | 💨 NE 9 mph

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