Kristin Hunt

Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

June 19, 2025

Movies

David Lynch fans spend thousands to buy director's 'Eraserhead' film print, scripts and coffee makers at estate auction

by Kristin Hunt

David Lynch fans bought the director's 'Eraserhead' film print, 'Twin Peaks' props, scripts from an unfinished project and coffee makers at an estate auction in Los Angeles. The filmmaker died in January.

June 19, 2025

Weekend

Chinese Lantern Festival, Juneteenth and the Club World Cup: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

The Chinese Lantern Festival opens for a new season in Franklin Square on Friday, June 20. Other weekend events in Philly include Club World Cup games at Lincoln Financial Field, a Juneteenth parade and Pride Month parties.

June 19, 2025

Food & Drink

Have a sweet tooth? Reading Terminal Market's ice cream festival returns July 12

by Kristin Hunt

An ice cream festival will bring Philly scoop shops like Franklin Fountain, Milk Jawn, Cloud Cups, Scoop DeVille and Weckerly's to Reading Terminal Market on Saturday, July 12, from 1-5 p.m.

June 18, 2025

Government

As SNAP cuts loom, Philabundance says it's already lost millions in federal funding

by Kristin Hunt

Philabundance, the largest food bank in Philadelphia, says it's already lost millions in federal funding due to cuts to USDA programs. The Trump administration's proposed slashes to SNAP will worsen food insecurity, the group warned.

June 17, 2025

Arts & Culture

Six-story art project to open in former Manufacturers' National Bank building in Old City in 2026

by Kristin Hunt

Artist Meg Saligman's interactive art project 'Ministry of Awe' will open inside the former Manufacturer's National Bank building in Old City in 2026. It will feature murals from , sculptures, performance art and a counterfeit studio.

June 17, 2025

Environment

Wildfire in South Jersey's Wharton State Forest is now 90% contained

by Kristin Hunt

The Mines Spung Wildfire in Wharton State Forest has grown to nearly 6,000 acres, but is 90% contained as of Tuesday afternoon. The blaze, which sparked Friday, has closed numerous roads, a campground and part of Batona Trail.

June 16, 2025

Opioids

Purdue Pharma's $7.4 billion opioid settlement will pay $200 million to Pa. and $125 million to N.J.

by Kristin Hunt

All 50 U.S. states have signed onto a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, and the pharmaceutical company's owners, the Sacklers. The family is barred from selling opioids in America and still subject to civil lawsuits. Pennsylvania will receive $200 million; New Jersey will get $124.5 million.

June 16, 2025

Music

Sabrina Carpenter's 'Manchild' lands No. 1 spot on Billboard Top 100

by Kristin Hunt

The new Sabrina Carpenter single, 'Manchild,' has shot to No. 1 on the Billboard Top 100. It is the pop star's second chart topper after 'Please Please Please' and the first release from her seventh album, 'Man's Best Friend.'

June 13, 2025

Donna Kelce, Johnny Weir join upcoming season of 'The Traitors'

by Kristin Hunt

Donna Kelce and Coatesville native Johnny Weir have joined Season 4 of 'The Traitors.' The Peacock series, hosted by Alan Cumming, announced 23 cast members. Lisa Rinna, Tara Lipinski and Michael Rapaport also will compete.

June 13, 2025

Environment

Wildfire in Wharton State Forest prompts trail, road closures in Burlington County

by Kristin Hunt

A wildfire has burned 100 acres in Shamong Township, Burlington County, as for Friday morning. The cause is unknown. New Jersey officials have closed roads near Wharton State Forest and part of a hiking trail.