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Good day Boston! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What JetBlue's $1 billion Logan Terminal C overhaul means for Boston flyers
  • How a Southie 5k helped honor a fallen Boston firefighter
  • Why Downtown Crossing just turned into Boston's biggest salsa dance floor

Also on today's calendar: Tango! Tango! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid with rain, some heavy, with a high of 68 and low of 65 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunshine; warmer, less humid, temps: high: 74, low: 50.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. JetBlue to rebuild Boston terminal with private capital (insideflyer.com) — JetBlue has secured preliminary approval to privately finance a $1 billion reconstruction of Terminal C at Boston Logan, with no municipal tax dollars involved. For Boston-area travelers, this could mean a significantly upgraded main JetBlue terminal in coming years, while also signaling a new model where airlines, not taxpayers, shoulder the cost of major airport improvements.
   

2. Southie 5k backs 9/11 Tunnels for Towers non-profit (bostonherald.com) — A South Boston 5k around Castle Island drew over 1,000 participants and a $50,000 donation to support the Tunnel to Towers foundation's work with first responders' families. Organizers highlighted that the nonprofit helped pay off the mortgage of Boston firefighter Bobby Kilduff, who died battling a Dorchester blaze, ensuring his family can remain in their home.
   

3. Salsa festival takes over Downtown Crossing (bostonglobe.com) — Downtown Crossing hosted a lively salsa festival that previously filled Boston Common, kicking off local celebrations ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event honored longtime "¡Con Salsa!" host José Massó and recognized activist Yvette Modestin with the Drum Major for Justice Award for her community-focused cultural and advocacy work in Boston's Afro-Latin and Latino communities.
   

4. Massachusetts Governor Healey honors Good Samaritan with bravery award named after heroic 9-11 flight attendant from the Bay State (fallriverreporter.com) — Boston is marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with State House ceremonies, a wreath laying at the Boston Public Garden 9/11 Memorial, and the Fallen Firefighters Memorial at Ashburton Park. Governor Maura Healey also honored Good Samaritan TJ Swenson with the Madeline "Amy" Sweeney Award for Civilian Bravery, highlighting everyday heroism and inviting residents to pause for remembrance and a statewide moment of silence.
   

5. Kansas City Royals vs Boston Red Sox Picks and Prediction for Sunday September 13 2026 (statsalt.com) — Sunday's Royals–Red Sox matchup is set for 1:35 p.m. at Fenway Park in Boston, with oddsmakers expected to favor the Sox thanks to stronger pitching and a better overall record. Analysts recommend backing Boston on the moneyline and leaning under 8.5 runs, citing both starters' solid ERAs and the teams' relatively modest recent scoring.
   

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