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Syracuse
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CNY SPCA is featuring Batman, a gentle 50-pound dog with plenty of charm, for adoption at 5878 East Molloy Road in Syracuse. Interested adopters must complete an application & ensure their pets are up-to-date on rabies vaccines. Syracuse.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ West Union in Steuben County had the highest unemployment rate in New York during 2020-2024 at 21.6% according to census data released in January. In Onondaga County, Pompey reported an 8.6% rate while Syracuse recorded 7.7%. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse University faces challenges ahead as it prepares to choose a new chancellor after Kent Syverud stepped down last year and will leave in June; the school will tighten its budget to address falling international enrollment, rising sports costs, and challenging federal policies while supporting local economic growth. Syracuse.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local tenant is urging Councilors Patrona Rowser, Donna Moore & Marty Nave to adopt Good Cause Eviction protections as rising evictions and unsafe living conditions push families out of Syracuse. The letter warns that without safety measures, vulnerable residents may continue to face substandard housing. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ More than 90 Section III bowlers competed at AMF Syracuse Lanes on Thursday, and they will return on Monday at 10 a.m. for the final shootout round. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Cara Macaluso led the CBA girls basketball team with 21 points in a Section III Class A quarterfinal win over Mexico on Wednesday—earning her the Game of the Week MVP as reported by Syracuse.com. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse men’s basketball will play a road game at Wake Forest in Winston-Salem tomorrow at 5:45 p.m. The team (15-13, 6-9 ACC) seeks an offensive boost after a loss to North Carolina as it prepares for the ACC Tournament. WAER
- ➤ No. 6 Syracuse men’s lacrosse visits No. 7 Princeton today at 4 p.m. in a rematch of last year's NCAA quarterfinal thriller & top scorer Joey Spallina helped secure the win previously, with coach Gary Gait expecting a close, high-scoring contest. WAER
- ➤ Institute of Technology senior Ryan Brown, undefeated at 29-0, will compete as the top seed at 190 pounds in the Division I state wrestling tournament today at MVP Arena in Albany (he could become Syracuse City’s first state champion in 35 years). Syracuse.com
- ➤ Cicero-North Syracuse earned Game of the Week MVP honors after its Section III Class AAA quarterfinal win over Christian Brothers Academy on Wednesday, Feb. 25 in DeWitt (the game was highlighted by Syracuse.com). Syracuse.com
- ➤ The sixth-seeded Henninger boys basketball team upset West Genesee 50-47 on Wednesday, snapping a 15-game losing streak (their last win was on Jan. 11, 2019) at the Wildcats’ home court. They will face second-seeded East Syracuse Minoa at 6:45 p.m. Monday in the Class AA semifinals at Liverpool High School. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Skaneateles high school boys hockey defeated New Hartford in the DII sectional semifinals on Feb. 25, 2026 with an overtime game-winner from junior Luke Bobbett’s pass to junior Deakin Redding (4-3 win). They will face top-seeded Whitesboro Monday at 5 p.m. in the sectional finals. Syracuse.com
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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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K-Pop Kids Dance Party
12:30-3:30 p.m. — The Song & Dance — All ages welcome — Celebrate with K-Pop remixes and dance at this family-friendly rave.
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Dylan Scott Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Dylan Scott, a rising star with a hit-filled discography.
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The Town Pants Concert
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience high-energy Celtic roots-rock from an acclaimed band with a fiery live show.
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Burt Fest 2026
10 PM — The Lost Horizon — Ticket information available — Celebrate local music with CowCalls, Cactus Cathedral, and more at Burt Fest 2026.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Tickets available — Experience the legacy of Simon & Garfunkel through music and multimedia in a captivating live performance.
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Free Show by The Mere Mortals
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience a thrilling night of danceable hits from local supergroup The Mere Mortals.
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Syracuse Men's Lacrosse vs. Georgetown
11:30 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college lacrosse matchup between Syracuse and Georgetown.
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Royal Bunny Brunch
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Ticket required — Enjoy a magical Easter brunch with beloved characters and delicious family-style breakfast.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Impatience with actions, patience with results.
~ Naval Ravikant
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