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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chobani announced a new plant in Rome that will break ground later this year and is expected to be operating by 2027—this 1.4-million-square-foot facility will create 1,000 jobs and support local dairy farms by buying up to 6 billion pounds of milk a year. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Michael Greene is turning the vacant First Baptist Church into The Mizpah—a wine tasting bar and event space—with summer construction and a planned opening late 2025. The space will have a self-serve wine bar and full-service bar that will serve Finger Lakes wines while keeping the building's 1914 Gothic look. The Daily Orange
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse police said that on April 23 a man was shot near Armory Square when he approached a car with a knife at about 4:29 p.m. at the busy intersection of South West and West Fayette streets — officers blocked off Walton to West Fayette and West Fayette to South West as they continued investigating the incident. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Three prison guards at Mid-State Correctional Facility (Marcy) admitted in April 2023 to assaulting an inmate by punching and kicking him and lying during an internal investigation (they face potential sentences of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of $250,000). CNY Central
- ➤ Three corrections officers pleaded guilty in federal court for assaulting inmate James Barton on April 13 at Mid-State Correctional Facility in Oneida County—sentencing is scheduled for this summer. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse University is working to support three international students affected by recent federal actions that revoked visas or terminated legal status. The Center for International Services plus Office of Academic Affairs are helping two students stay on track to graduate while working with the third to continue their studies. Syracuse University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials launched the Sustainable Syracuse Initiative (a key step toward a greener future) in celebration of Earth Day as part of Mayor Ben Walsh's 25-year plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions to 0% by 2040. The plan will assess emissions, plant trees, add solar panels, and expand micromobility (via electric scooters) to boost local sustainability. The Daily Orange
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York lawmakers are pushing to include $35 million in the state budget to rebuild the 90 year old Central New York Regional Market on Syracuse’s North Side — the funds will build a 40000 square foot distribution warehouse and a 19000 square foot food processing plant to support local vendors. Syracuse.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gary Bryant III, a transfer from South Dakota with 102 tackles and two interceptions, committed to Syracuse after a visit to USC last week+ he will use his two remaining seasons to compete for starting snaps in 2025 and fill in for Marlowe Wax Jr. Syracuse.com
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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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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-9 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night filled with improv comedy from the beloved show.
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12th Annual PWP 5K
4 AM — 201 Cherry Rd, Syracuse, NY — Prices vary — Participate in a community-focused 5K event with multiple distance options to support local initiatives.
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Bicentennial Brew Release Party
1-7 p.m. — Willow Rock Brewing Company — Free entry — Cheers to the official Bicentennial Brews Project release and enjoy Derrick's presentation.
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Ian Campbell Live
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — Check the door for cover charge — Experience heartfelt folk rock stories from Ian Campbell's debut album in an intimate setting.
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