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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse firefighters battled a house fire Saturday, April 12 on the 100 block of Herriman Street in Skunk City that spread to a second home and led ambulance crews to treat a man and check on two cats and a dog — police closed Grand Avenue and Herriman Street. Syracuse.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Syracuse sketch comedy series American High Shorts was nominated for a Webby Award in the People’s Voice category—leading with 45% of the vote—while fans can vote until April 17; winners will be announced on May 12. Syracuse.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 12, 2025, Syracuse police held a gun buyback at St. Lucy's Church where 130 assault rifles — including an Uzi — were turned in during a three-hour event that collected 638 guns overall. The Attorney General raised the payout for assault rifles to $750 from $500, spurring more people to turn in their weapons. Syracuse.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, April 12th, the Syracuse Orange women’s lacrosse team played Virginia Tech at Thompson Field in Blacksburg at 12 p.m. ET—airing on ACC Network Extra—after a loss to Yale and a win over California that showed strong plays from key players Emma Ward, Ashlee Volpe, and Caroline Trinkaus. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Syracuse football team will hold its spring game at 3 p.m. Saturday at the JMA Wireless Dome, where fans will see starting quarterback Rickie Collins Jr. and 17-year-old Demetres Samuel Jr. play on both offense — defense in an 11-on-11 matchup. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse quarterback Rickie Collins is inactive for the spring game—he is held out as a precaution because of his throwing thumb. His injury is not expected to affect fall camp—backup roles will go to redshirt freshman Jakhari Williams and redshirt-senior Michael Johnson. Syracuse.com
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Talk Back to Your Inner Critic for Girls
5-8 p.m. — DRE'S Safe Place — Cost included — An empowering workshop for young girls to build confidence and silence self-doubt.
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Live Music: Nasalrod in Syracuse
9 p.m. — The Night Drop — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy an energetic performance from Nasalrod at a popular local venue.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
10 AM – 2 PM — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Contact for pricing — Enjoy a delightful brunch buffet and take family pictures with the Easter Bunny.
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Dead Night featuring Grateful Upstate Toodeloo
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — $13.07 — Enjoy a vibrant night of music with a local band at a beloved venue.
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Roots Of Creation Concert
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy reggae-rock vibe of the award-winning Roots Of Creation.
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McArdell & Westers Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of engaging live music with McArdell and Westers in a friendly pub atmosphere.
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Acting for Adults: Masterclass & Workshop Series
6-9 p.m. — ArtRage Gallery — $30 Masterclass, $120 Full Series — Dive into the world of acting with hands-on experience and expert coaching.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
All day — 411 Montgomery St, Syracuse, NY — Registration Required — Experience a weekend full of dance competitions with awards and scholarships.
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2025 Kentucky Derby Party
5-10 p.m. — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — $95 — Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with live music, a buffet, and exciting raffles!
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