July 2026
Newsbytes archive for June 2026
Posted by dronon on Wed 1 Jul 2026 - 10:27Contributors this month include 2cross2affliction, dronon, earthfurst, EberraWolf, and Sonious. Also, Happy Canada Day!
Anthrocon kicks off 18th year held in Pittsburgh, mayor pledges 'Anthrocon Day'
Posted by EberraWolf on Fri 3 Jul 2026 - 11:15
Anthrocon’s 18th year being held in Pittsburgh is in full swing, and on Wednesday the Mayor of Pittsburgh commemorated the occasion by proclaiming that day as “Anthrocon Day”. The convention started to be held in the city 20 years ago, in 2006, which was the catalyst for the celebration. Since then, Anthrocon has held its annual furry convention around June and July in the city, with the exception of 2020 and 2021 having been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Anthrocon cancels parade and block party due to continued intense heat
Posted by Sonious on Fri 3 Jul 2026 - 19:27The intense heat forecast for this fourth of July throughout this weekend has caused Anthrocon to announce that the block party and parade in the city on Saturday will be cancelled.
Anthrocon has been closely monitoring the extreme heat and severe weather situation in Pittsburgh forecast for this weekend. Convention leadership has been in contact with emergency services personnel and other entities regarding this situations.
After careful consideration for the health, safety, and wellbeing of our fursuiters, attendees, and residents of Pittsburgh, Anthrocon has decided to cancel the 2026 Fursuit Parade and Block Party scheduled for 2pm, July 4th.
We know both Anthrocon attendees and our friends in Pittsburgh look forward to this even every year; but the health and safety of all concerned is our paramount priority.
Anthrocon attendees should look for announcements of alternative indoor activities in place of the parade this year. We apologize for the necessity of this decision and hope you'll continue to enjoy the events throughout the holiday weekend.
Weather Underground reports that for Pittsburgh, Saturday afternoon is expecting to have a temperature of 91F / 32.77C but it will feel like 100F / 37.78C.
Digging Up Positivity - June 2026
Posted by Pegla on Sun 5 Jul 2026 - 13:05Temperatures are rising, but so do the charity numbers. We also spotted the first ninja giraffe in the world, and our special guest is a long standing member of the furry community, an adorable plush fox that is mostly active behind the curtains! Aurapuffs!