Franki Rudnesky

Franki Maria Rudnesky is a staff writer for PhillyVoice, with interests in entertainment, social media, pop culture, education and the arts. Franki has worked as a staff writer, copy editor, and social media manager for The Hammonton Gazette. Before that, she was a digital intern and production assistant for NBC10. She is a South Jersey native who received her master's degree from Villanova University and her bachelor's from Saint Joseph's University.

franki@phillyvoice.com

July 14, 2024

Family-Friendly

Adventure Aquarium to offer month of events for 'Shark Summer'

by Franki Rudnesky

Adventure Aquarium, located on the Camden waterfront, is hosting the Shark Summer festival from Monday, July 15, through Sunday, Aug. 18. The offerings will include shark-themed shows, activities, visits from the Scuba Tooth Fairy and behind-the-scenes tours.

July 14, 2024

Investigations

Local politicians react to Donald Trump assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally

by Franki Rudnesky

Former President Donald Trump was the target of a possible assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump said he was shot in the ear, and his campaign said he was doing 'fine' after the shooting. Local politicians reacted to the shooting on social media.

July 14, 2024

'Abbott Elementary' Season 4 to premiere Oct. 9

by Franki Rudnesky

The fourth season of 'Abbott Elementary' will premiere on Wednesday, Oct. 9, on ABC. It will air weekly at a new time of 9:30 p.m. It will be available to stream the next day on Hulu.

July 11, 2024

Education

Stockton University to begin offering undergraduate degree in cannabis studies

by Franki Rudnesky

Stockton University, located in Galloway, will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management degree in the fall. Stockton will be the first college or university in New Jersey to offer an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies. Other colleges across the state offer associates degrees, masters degrees and certificates in cannabis studies.

July 11, 2024

Celebrities

Sabrina Carpenter eats spicy wings while discussing 'Espresso' lyrics on 'Hot Ones'

by Franki Rudnesky

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter, a Bucks County native, is the latest guest on First We Feast's 'Hot Ones' show, where celebrities are interviewed by host Sean Evans while eating progressively spicier chicken wings. During her appearance, Carpenter talked about her hit song 'Espresso' and what it was like headlining Bethlehem Musikfest back in 2016.

July 11, 2024

Streaming

What to stream this week: 'The Bachelorette,' 'A Family Affair' and 'The Acolyte'

by Franki Rudnesky

Some of the latest hit shows and movies available to stream as of July 10 include 'The Bachelorette' on Hulu, 'The Acolyte' on Disney+, 'A Family Affair' on Netflix, and 'Presumed Innocent' on Apple TV+.

July 10, 2024

Performances

Broadway musical 'Funny Girl' makes its Philly debut next week with a Temple alum in its cast

by Franki Rudnesky

The musical comedy 'Funny Girl,' starring Katerina McCrimmon and Melissa Manchester, is playing at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia from July 16-28. The cast also includes Sean Seamus Thompson, a Philadelphia native who attended Temple University. Tickets can be purchased online.

July 9, 2024

Social Media

'Bachelorette' contestant from Pa. misses out on rose in premiere, but gains fans on social media

by Franki Rudnesky

Brett Harris, a 'Bachelorette' contestant from Lancaster County, was eliminated in the Season 21 premiere on Monday. Despite his early exit, he charmed fans of Bachelor Nation with his humor, ability to do a split and catchphrase.

July 9, 2024

Shopping

Sustainable fashion brand Reformation opens its first Pa. store near Rittenhouse Square

by Franki Rudnesky

The sustainable fashion brand Reformation has opened its first store in Pennsylvania at 1723 Walnut St. near Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia.

July 8, 2024

Investigations

Great Valley Middle School students created fictitious TikTok accounts to impersonate, harass teachers

by Franki Rudnesky

Students at Great Valley Middle School in Malvern created 22 TikTok accounts that impersonated their teachers and posted videos that included 'pedophilia innuendo, racist memes, homophobia and made-up sexual hookups,' the New York Times reported. Some students were suspended by district officials say their ability to act is limited.