Good morning, Syracuse.

Records show that from June 15 to 21, a commercial storage property at 7704 Maltage Drive in Clay was purchased for $400,000 by Concrete by Catanzaro Inc. County records list 19 property sales + ranging from a $151 vacant lot at 205 Crafton Ave to a $4.5M apartment deal, reflecting a mix of residential, commercial, and land transactions.

Singer-actress Paris Jackson, daughter of Michael Jackson, visited Rise N Shine Diner in Syracuse on June 29, 2025 with her fiancé and bandmate Justin Long + sparking excitement among locals; the restaurant thanked them on Facebook and noted the visit.

Jackson, who is on tour and set to perform later with her band, made the stop while her music career continues to grow + adding to the diner's reputation as a celebrity hotspot.

Sayir Moussa, an 18-year-old Corcoran High School student who moved from Chad 11 years ago, graduated with a 4.0 GPA this month and ranked 7 out of 296 in his class while playing football, basketball & track.

He already holds a realtor license and designs clothing as he works to achieve his goal of becoming rich in Syracuse.

New York health officials warned that proposed federal funding cuts could threaten the state’s tobacco quitline that has helped millions quit smoking over 25 years.

Director Gina O’Sullivan said the elimination of federal tobacco control programs could harm public health — efforts to lower smoking rates may suffer if funds are reduced.

A longtime developer has proposed converting the long-vacant Comfort Inn on Buckley Road in Salina into apartments and a restaurant, with the town reviewing the plan — the building has been empty for five years — to decide its future use.

Syracuse women’s lacrosse shored up its defense by adding two transfers—one a decorated high school star with a gold medal and the other a former America East defender of the year.

Cece Webb from Summit announced her transfer on Sunday afternoon, and her addition is expected to bring extra experience to the team.

Section III coaches selected the 2025 Salt City Athletic Conference Empire Division baseball all-stars — a roster that features top players chosen from teams across the region for upcoming league games.

Brent Axe said he opposes changing the NCAA Tournament, but moving to 76 teams next season could help Syracuse basketball end its long drought from the tournament.

He noted that the team must improve on a 14 to 19 record from last season to boost its chances on Selection Sunday.

Manlius 4th of July Celebration

4-10 p.m. — 1 Arkie Albanese Ave — Free entry — Celebrate with food, a parade, live performances, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Showcase Camp in Syracuse, NY

11 AM – 4 PM — Twin Rinks @ The MACC — Not specified — A competitive hockey camp featuring 60 players and coaching from NCAA and Junior teams.

Showcase Sundays Summer Concert Series

4-7 p.m. — Spirit of Jubilee Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live music and local vendors at the summer concert series.

Styx with Kevin Cronin & Don Felder

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic rock legends Styx and Kevin Cronin alongside Don Felder in a nostalgic concert event.

Strings at The Mansion on James

6-7:30 p.m. — Mansion On James — $12+ — Enjoy a seasonal supper and live string performances featuring classics from Mozart to Brahms.

Chirp's Musical Showcase

8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — $13.07 — Experience a genre-blending performance from Chirp and Pop Culture in a vibrant Syracuse venue.

Dead Night Featuring Poised For Flight

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $13.07 — Experience an all-star lineup of Grateful Dead bands in an intimate Syracuse venue.

Cami Clune & The Fringe Perform Taylor Swift

8-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $29.30 — Enjoy a lively tribute to Taylor Swift featuring the talented Cami Clune and her dynamic band.

Syracuse Ukrainian Festival

4 PM – 10 PM — 207 Tompkins St — Free entry — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ukraine through food, music, and cultural performances.

Strict Curl Expo

12-8 p.m. — Strength Warehouse — $30 per event — Experience the inaugural Strict Curl Expo featuring competitions with unique weight classes and custom medals.