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Break It Down: Byham Theater

When you walk into the Sixth Street entryway of the Byham Theater, Downtown, you will see patches of green and black tile on the walls: These are originals from the early 20th century, says John Mumper, facilities manager at the Byham. The grand theater has plenty of history to go with its 100-plus years; let’s break it down.

Rangos Omnimax Theater to Close

The popular domed theater, a fixture of the Carnegie Science Center for 25 years, will close this July and be replaced with a state-of-the-art cinema.

Still Strong at 75: The United Steelworkers of America

The organization has fought since its founding to eliminate child-labor practices, establish a 40-hour work week with paid overtime and workers’ compensation for those injured on the job, ensure paid vacation time and protect pensions.