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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Clay Planning Board approved three items on Wednesday for the Micron project, including a rail spur, a parcel consolidation into an 819-acre industrial zone (for new buildings), and the overall site plan. A groundbreaking ceremony is set for Friday, and tree removal will start the first phase of construction. CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The state Education Department released 2024-2025 opt-out rates for English language arts tests given annually to students in grades three through eight. In Onondaga County, five districts reported rates of 10 percent or higher, including East Syracuse Minoa at 13.9 percent, while Syracuse City recorded a 1.1 percent rate. Syracuse.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Hochul will propose legislation to amend SEQRA and fast-track housing reviews on previously disturbed land. Developers say the measure may cut delays & extra costs, with full details to be shared when the state budget is presented later this month. Syracuse.com
- ➤ DeWitt town will continue to use blue bins until they wear out as officials reverse a plan to force residents to switch to lidded recycling carts. They will review collection options when the hauler contract expires at the end of this year (preserving off-curb service for a few households). Syracuse.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse's Bishop Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on James Street improved care after New York state sent independent monitor Lowell Feldman two years ago to enforce changes; the facility fixed elevators+ retrained staff, offering a blueprint to boost local nursing home performance. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Donnie Freeman scored 25 points to lead Syracuse to a 94-86 win over Florida State on Tuesday night (his third straight game with 20+ points), boosting his season after returning from a foot injury. Syracuse.com
- ➤ syracuse.com reporters selected 12 all-star gymnasts for the 2025 All-Central New York team. The Gymnast of the Year finalists will be announced after the New York State Championships on Feb. 28 at Valley Gymnastics, and the winner will be revealed on June 23 at Liverpool High School Auditorium. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Calvin Russell, Syracuse’s top football prospect, warmed up with the men’s basketball team on Tuesday at the JMA Wireless Dome after Coach Fran Brown urged him to pursue basketball (his first love), and he will prioritize it this season while balancing football commitments. Syracuse.com
- ➤ syracuse.com selected 12 players for the 2025 All-CNY girls tennis team — among them four finalists for player of the year, Ayla Kalfass, Mira Nadzan, Sonia Nadzan and Eva DeJesus. The winner will be revealed at the All-CNY Sports Awards on June 23 at Liverpool High School Auditorium. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Liverpool hosted Nottingham in a girls basketball Game of the Week on Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Liverpool High School Gym, with Nottingham's Keymora Woods and Liverpool's seniors Graceanne Sleeth and Angeliena Kohler leading the teams as fans watched the game live on Syracuse.com. Syracuse.com
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Stanford Cardinal at Syracuse Orange Women's Basketball
2-4 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Ticket prices vary — Witness the exciting women's basketball rivalry between Stanford and Syracuse.
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
Jan 22-23 — North Syracuse, NY — Early Bird Price: $1299 — Gain essential tools for implementing Lean Portfolio Management in this hands-on workshop.
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New York Sportsman's Expo
12 PM – 5 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Explore all things outdoors and meet over 200 vendors at the NY Sportsman's Expo.
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Brahms & Debussy
6-7:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — $50 — Experience a unique blend of orchestral music with a video game twist while enjoying exclusive pre-concert snacks.
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21st Annual Cazenovia Children's House Chilly Chili 5K
11:30 a.m. — 31 Emory Ave, Cazenovia, NY — Registration fee applies — Get ready to run or walk in this chilly 5K event followed by a fun party.
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Cheat Codes Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — Westcott Theatre — Tickets start at $102 — Experience an unforgettable night with Cheat Codes live in Syracuse.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling night of hockey with the Springfield Thunderbirds battling the Syracuse Crunch.
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Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting AHL matchup as the Belleville Senators take on the Syracuse Crunch.
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Jazz Jam
3–5 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live jazz music in a cozy atmosphere.
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Anthony Martinelli Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Experience the unique pop-rock sounds of multi-instrumentalist Anthony Martinelli.
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