Voice: Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
Adios, 2025 …
… happy to have you in the rear view. Here, the things we cared about in the year that was — and what to expect in 2026.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyLaTonya Myers
The Philly woman was on probation for 12 years before securing her early release. Now she’s helping others navigate the system — including a local mom who is now probation-free thanks to REFORM Alliance and Myers’ nonprofit, Above All Odds
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy“To Be On Someone’s Mind Is To Be Loved”
It’s hard to serve others these days. That’s why the United Way’s Bill Golderer, along with former Big Brothers CEO Marcus Allen, is giving thanks this week to Philly’s nonprofit leaders
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyHow to Support Veterans
More than a dozen ways to give back to those who fought to keep you free
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyReminder — There’s a D.A.’s Race
Why the Forward Party’s endorsement of District Attorney candidate Pat Dugan is good for Philadelphia
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyPhilly Music Fest
The annual event presents nine shows over seven days in venues all over town to raise money for music education in schools. Come for the bands you don’t yet know you’ll love
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyJimmy Kimmel’s Right to Satirize
Does he have one? A Temple Law professor who studies comedy and democracy on whether both are imperiled now
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyHappy Birthday. Thank You
The Citizen turns 10 today! Here, 10 ways you have helped us make an impact in the last decade
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThank You, Carol Saline
The bestselling author, magazine writer and local icon died this weekend. Here’s why she mattered
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThe Museum Will Welcome You Now
Three years into her tenure, Philadelphia Museum of Art Director/CEO Sasha Suda is reimagining the institution for a new age and a new population. Can she convince the city — and her colleagues — to get on board?
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy