Good morning, Syracuse.

Oswego County Humane Society at 29 W.

Seneca St. is offering free adoption for Samantha—a 12-year-old spayed and vaccinated cat with obesity and severe joint disease who is not in pain—and will provide her with extra care to ensure she has easy access to food, water, and her litterbox.

On Saturday, the 3rd Annual Jill Bertolero Memorial Beanbag Tournament was held at Clay Park to honor Jill by raising funds for Francis House through food sales and raffles—with support from Syracuse University, the Syracuse Mets, and local donors.

The event celebrated Jill’s legacy and recognized the community’s commitment to quality end-of-life care.

Modovolo, a drone startup in Vernon Center, built a lightweight modular drone that snaps together like Legos and flies for hours—CEO Justin Call tested prototypes behind a rural garage on July 25th—to offer low-cost UAV options for both civilian and military users.

Little Big Town performed with Wynonna Judd and Shelby Lynne at Syracuse’s Empower Amp concert—closing with their top 10 hit 'Boondocks' that brought a home-like feel to country music.

Football player Steve Angeli transferred to Syracuse from Notre Dame this offseason—he has known coach Fran Brown, Nunzio Campanile, and other Syracuse players since grade school, which helped shape his decision.

The Syracuse Mets won a 5-4 game against Buffalo on Saturday night at Sahlen Field—this win put them in sole possession of first place in the International League second half standings.

The team will conclude its six-game series today with first pitch at 1:05 p.m.

On Friday night, the Syracuse Mets beat the Bisons 5-3 at Sahlen Field with strong pitching from Justin Hagenman and a crucial home run by Luke Ritter—this win marked their tenth victory in 11 games and kept them in second place as they continued a six-game series against Buffalo.

Luke Schlachter—who spent two years as an assistant coach and school counselor—has become the new head coach of Manlius Pebble Hill’s boys soccer team, replacing Tim Goldman while also taking on the role of director of mental health counseling.

Tully’s Alexa Shay ranks among Section III girls volleyball assists leaders over the past five seasons — syracuse.com will list top statistical leaders in several sports over the coming weeks.

Sauce Boss Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — The 443 Social Club & Lounge — $25 – $35 — Experience a vibrant mix of blues music and delicious gumbo from Bill Wharton, the Sauce Boss.

Wellness Unplugged Overview

12-4 p.m. — Emerald Cocktail Kitchen — Free entry — Indulge in wellness pop-up classes, local vendor deals, and health-focused delights in a vibrant atmosphere.

FREE SHOW - Dan Wagner

6-8 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Experience the energetic sounds of Dan Wagner's alternative rock live at Funk 'n Waffles.

Coldfront Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — $10 cover — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of ColdFront as they cover classic and contemporary hits.

Asian Elephant Extravaganza

10 AM – 3 PM — Rosamond Gifford Zoo — Free for members with paid admission — Celebrate the cultural traditions of South Asia with music, dance, and engaging elephant encounters.

The Great New York State Fair 2025

5 AM – 7 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Experience a specialized exhibition showcasing the best of agriculture in New York.

T.3 Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $23.63 — Experience the harmonious blend of a capella and instrumental music with T.3.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Concert

8:00 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Tickets starting at $81 — Experience the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd with their energetic new tour featuring classic hits and surprises.