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Syracuse
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ McKesson will open an independent pharmacy at Valley Plaza through its Project Oasis program to improve prescription access in a pharmacy desert after a Walgreens closure. Local advocate Rhonda Vesey (Aunt Rhonda) is organizing a community dinner Tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m. at McKinley-Brighton Elementary School to explain the plans. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New York educators appear in the documentary short '1 in 5: Confronting Childhood Poverty in New York' and share how Syracuse schools face high poverty rates (41% of children) while urging lawmakers to fund community school programs for better support. CNY Central
- ➤ The State Board of Education denied ousted school board member Cherlyne (Twiggy) Billue from returning to the district's board after a unanimous vote cited security and ethics policy breaches. Billue had filed an appeal in early March with backing from the NY Civil Liberties Union. CNY Central
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Healthcare workers and union leaders in Central New York warned of a 'Code Red' at Crouse Hospital on Friday due to a $2 billion Medicaid funding gap that, if not closed by April 1, could force hospitals, nursing homes & clinics to scale back services and risk jobs. CNY Central
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Westhill boys basketball completed an undefeated season Friday, Mar. 20 by beating Hudson 54-42 at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena in Binghamton. Star Eli Prince scored 31 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and head coach Jon Connelly celebrated his first state championship as head coach. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse Crunch clinched a playoff berth at Blue Cross Arena with a 5-3 win over the Rochester Americans as Nick Abruzzese and Conor Geekie each scored twice. The team returns home to face the Cleveland Monsters (7 p.m.) for Syracuse Stars Night. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Gerry McNamara impressed fans when his Siena team nearly upset Duke on March 19, boosting his candidacy to coach Syracuse basketball. Athletic Director Bryan Blair said he will share more on the coach search soon — fueling hope among supporters. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Marcellus captured back-to-back state championships on Friday, March 20 at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena when senior Tucker Burnett scored 23 points in a 62-47 win over KIPP Capital. The team overcame a tough season — injuries and losses — with Burnett’s steady leadership. Syracuse.com
- ➤ On Thursday, Marcellus beat Olmsted 56-31 at Veterans Memorial Arena with senior star Tucker Burnett scoring 26 points and smartly directing his team + his performance helped the Mustangs advance to a third straight state title game on Friday. Syracuse.com
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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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Dial Up the 90's
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Relive the glory of the 90's with a live band playing your favorite hits from grunge to pop.
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Providence Bruins vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-8 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting AHL matchup between the Providence Bruins and Syracuse Crunch.
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Dave East Concert
7-10 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Tickets from $93 — Experience an unforgettable performance by the renowned rapper Dave East.
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Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble
4-7 p.m. — Crouse hinds concert theater — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with the stars of Whose Line is it Anyway? in a hilarious live performance.
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Camping in Alaska Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Song & Dance — Entry with ID required — Experience the post-emo vibes of Camping in Alaska with Dead Butterflies and more.
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Nirvani - A Nirvana Tribute Experience
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience the raw energy of Nirvana with a tribute show filled with iconic anthems and chaotic stage presence.
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Syracuse Wine Festival 2026
1-9 p.m. — The Oncenter — $30-$40 — Sample wines and spirits from 40+ vendors while enjoying music, food, and fun.
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Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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