Good morning, Syracuse.

Friday evening saw over 2,500 people at Brew at the Zoo at Rosamond Gifford Zoo, enjoying 100+ beverages from 60 vendors at the event's largest fundraiser.

Live music and fun moments, including a popular tiger statue selfie (a quirky nod to tradition), added to the lively atmosphere.

This week in Central New York features a ribbon cutting at the remodeled Chimes building on South Salina St. tomorrow at 11 a.m., an apple orchard expansion at Beak & Skiff on Wednesday, and a Cops 4 Kids golf tournament at Drumlins Country Club Friday that benefits child advocacy.

AAA reported that gas prices in Syracuse dropped to $4.16 today—a 7-cent decline from last week—while the national average fell to $4.01; diesel averaged $5.60 in New York as seasonal trends ease demand.

Maryland high school defensive lineman Chima Okechukwu committed to play football at Syracuse on Saturday.

He became the 25th verbal commitment for the class of 2027 while team practices, which began on Aug. 5, continue.

The Syracuse Mets fell 5-4 to the Columbus Clippers on Sunday at NBT Bank Stadium when a late rally led by Nick Lorusso was halted by a critical error; they will travel Tuesday at 7:05 p.m. to face the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp at Vystar Ballpark.

On Saturday night at NBT Bank Stadium, Ronny Mauricio went 4-for-4 with a home run and two doubles — driving in five runs as the Mets defeated the Clippers 13-7.

Jose Ramos added two home runs as the team will face Columbus again Sunday at 1:05 p.m.

Billy Idol Concert

7:30 PM — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Billy Idol in a vibrant outdoor setting.