Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated $26 million to local charities including food banks, children's hospitals and education programs ahead of their wedding tomorrow at Madison Square Garden, supporting groups focused on hunger relief and animal rescue in New York.

The contributions benefit both local and national organizations.

Resorts World donated $250,000 during its A Day of Giving drawing, awarding 25 nonprofits $10,000 each across New York.

Local officials, including Assemblymember Paula Kay and Sullivan County legislature chair Nadia Rajsz, drew winners + five nonprofits in the Hudson Valley received funding.

Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino invites local women and supporters to a free networking event on Thursday, July 30 at Locust Grove in Poughkeepsie from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Three community leaders will share inspiring journeys + government departments will offer resources for professional and personal growth.

A utility worker was electrocuted near Lime Ridge Road in Beekman while restoring power after Saturday's storms left many without electricity, and officials report the worker is stable (initial reports).

Joshua Brazie, owner of J.A.C.

Tree Service, lost two fingers on Tuesday, July 7, when his hand was pulled into a malfunctioning wood chipper during routine tree work at Salt Point + his family launched a GoFundMe to help cover lost income and mounting medical bills.

IBM presented plans to build a $2.5 billion quantum computing center at its Town of Poughkeepsie campus during Wednesday’s Dutchess County Industrial Development Agency session (seeking a sales tax exemption and a 30-year payment plan).

The project awaits local approvals and a feasibility report before moving forward.

Wild turkeys are common this summer in the Hudson Valley (DEC says families with poults are roaming local roads and fields) and experts warn not to feed them (reporting the survey opens early next month to track survival rates).

Local residents are urged to remove dangerous invasive plants such as Japanese knotweed and tree-of-heaven to protect native species and local forests.

Experts advise using proper removal methods and contacting Cornell Cooperative Extension if identification is uncertain.

Rep. Pat Ryan demanded that the Pentagon keep PFAS reporting rules to avoid delaying cleanup near Newburgh, warning that the proposed rollback could push back efforts by up to 20 years and leave local families with unsafe drinking water.

Farmers in the Hudson Valley lost millions from a spring freeze and renewed calls for federal disaster aid on July 7, urging USDA to designate an agricultural disaster so low-interest loans and emergency relief help family farms recover.

Circus Vazquez

7-10 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrills and excitement of Circus Vazquez live in Poughkeepsie.

Green Day Tribute Release Show

3-9 p.m. — Reason & Ruckus — Donations encouraged — Experience an exciting tribute to Green Day while supporting local animal shelters.

Circus Vazquez

7-10 p.m. — Poughkeepsie Galleria — Tickets required — Experience the excitement of Circus Vazquez live with thrilling performances and family fun.