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Syracuse
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse lawyer Joe Heath (80) continues his decades-long legal advocacy for the Onondaga Nation and community rights. He remains active in land return efforts and environmental initiatives (warning on local projects) and says he will retire only when the law meets doing right. Central Current
- ➤ Saint Baldrick's held a fundraiser yesterday that supported pediatric cancer research, where more than 400 children played basketball for 13 hours & took part in a head-shaving challenge, raising over $100,000. CNY Central
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An American Airlines Flight 1235 Boeing 737 bound for Charlotte got stuck in soft ground as it backed off the ramp at Syracuse Hancock International Airport Saturday morning, March 21, 2026—causing the rebooking of 158 passengers—while a recovery team works to free it. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Syracuse University’s Newhouse School, 7th-grader Saruar Aitbayeva won the 2026 Post-Standard syracuse.com Spelling Bee on Saturday morning—she advanced through 16 rounds among 23 spellers and will now compete in the national spelling bee in Washington, D.C. Syracuse.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Onondaga County Clerk’s office recorded 66 home sales from March 8 to 14 — including a newer four-bedroom Colonial selling for $608,000 on a .58-acre lot in Onondaga — with public records showing varied pricing across the county. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse defeated Iowa State 72-63 in the NCAA tournament Saturday as Olivia Schmitt scored 15 with five straight 3-pointers to shift the game. The team will face UConn on Monday while head coach Felisha Legette-Jack seeks a waiver for injured Dominique Darius (ineligible to play). Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse is finalizing a deal to hire Gerry McNamara as the next head coach of its basketball team after two seasons at Siena+ officials expect the agreement to be finalized soon. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Liverpool High School tight end Oakley Keegan committed on Saturday to join Alabama’s 2027 football team—he chose the Crimson Tide over offers including Syracuse and Boston College. He missed his junior season due to injury and will add size working under coach Kalen DeBoer. Syracuse.com
- ➤ No. 9 Syracuse women's lacrosse won 6-5 over No. 20 Virginia on Saturday, March 21. The team forced 19 turnovers and held Virginia to its lowest goal total, extending their winning streak to seven games as they prepare to face UAlbany Tuesday at 3 p.m. WAER
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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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