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Syracuse
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Ray Middle School seventh graders, Trent Irwin and Tyler Mattison, were honored for their bravery after a fellow student was injured in a Jan. 15 ski accident at Song Mountain in Tully — they alerted ski patrol and notified staff. CNY Central
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Eddie Bauer Outlet at Destiny USA began its final clearance sale (with up to 60% off select items) on Feb. 9 and will fully close when remaining inventory sells out—likely sooner than the 90-day window set by employees. Syracuse.com
- ➤ During Feb. 2 to 6, county Clerk offices in Onondaga, Cortland, Cayuga and Madison counties registered 31 new businesses (including barbershops, a produce farm and a refrigeration service), while local organizations announced board updates for the Everson Museum of Art, Oswego Health and Hope for Bereaved. Syracuse.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Black Keys will perform at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino Event Center in Verona on Saturday, Oct. 10 — with special guest Jeremie Albino opening at 8 p.m. — and they will release their new album Peaches! on May 1. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse Jazz Fest is returning for its 40th edition as the festival expands its leadership team with Stacey Waterman, Marissa Greenlar, and Carrie Wojtaszek — while founder Frank Malfitano focuses on guiding its next chapter. Details on the 2026 schedule and performers will be announced soon. Syracuse.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ National Grid warned customers that their energy bills could be higher next month because many turned up the heat during a recent below-freezing spell in Central New York (with wind chills falling well below zero). CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Baldwinsville School District will decide by the end of this school year whether to delay high school start times to around 8:45 a.m. in fall 2028, a change aimed at boosting teen learning while requiring schedule adjustments for younger students. Syracuse.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Upstate Connect Care expanded its hours for adult urgent care for patients with non-emergency needs. It operated from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays at 725 E. Adams St. (across from the main hospital) to help ease ER crowding. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse men’s basketball demolished Binghamton 85–47 on Monday night, setting a strong tone for the season as the team prepares to face Drexel on Saturday. WAER
- ➤ Section III’s boys wrestling tournaments have finalized seedings as top competitors set to meet at Onondaga Community College on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. The top two (DI) and top three (DII) will earn spots at the state meet in Albany on Feb. 27-28. Syracuse.com
- ➤ After the 2025 season, Syracuse lost 29 players to the transfer portal, with 24 signing with new programs including FBS and FCS schools while five remain unsigned — only five were starters, keeping most key players on the squad. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse coach Adrian Autry said benching freshman Kiyan Anthony in Saturday's loss to Virginia was a game decision after a slump in performance. His call drew many questions during Monday's ACC coaches' call. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Liverpool’s boys basketball team and Bishop Ludden-Grimes dropped from the top 30 in Class AAA after four combined losses last week (the first time in winter), and NYSSWA rankings continue to be updated each Tuesday as the regular season nears its end. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Section III girls wrestling tournament seedings were announced Tuesday afternoon. The tournament will be held Sunday at Onondaga Community College and qualifiers will advance to the state tournament on Feb. 26 (MVP Arena in Albany). Syracuse.com
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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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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
6-7 p.m. — Palladian Hall at the Treasury — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a candlelit experience featuring Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece performed by a string quartet.
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Lake Effect Half Marathon
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Lewis Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in the 15th annual Lake Effect Half Marathon and associated racing events.
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Pearly Baker's Best Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Five Guys — Tickets starting at $13.07 — Experience a Grateful Dead tribute with a diverse song catalog and a captivating performance.
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2026 Central New York Boat Show
Feb 19-22 — CNY Boat Show — Admission details not specified — Explore the latest in boat and yacht accessories, alongside interactive exhibits and expert insights.
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North Carolina Tar Heels at Syracuse Orange Basketball
1-3 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling college basketball rivalry between the Tar Heels and Orange.
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Jazz Jam Night
7-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — 18+ entry — Enjoy an open mic night hosted by Attamizk and friends with soulful Americana vibes.
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Brett Young Concert
7-10 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a night of live music featuring Brett Young's latest album 2.0.
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6 PM — Mohegan Manor Restaurant & Lounge — Ticket includes dinner and show — Uncover the comedic mystery while dining in an interactive atmosphere.
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NYS Spring RV Show
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. — New York State Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — Explore RVs, camping gear, and enjoy a new cornhole tournament at this family-friendly event.
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