Good morning, Syracuse.

788 businesses registered for Chips & Bricks at Drumlins Country Club last Tuesday, where they networked with Micron, Bechtel & state officials to explore work on projects like factory expansions, highway rebuilds and utility upgrades in central New York.

The NY State Department of Agriculture and Markets sued two Dollar General stores in Syracuse for dirty conditions—mouse droppings, live and dead mice, and gnawed food packaging were found at 1223 South Ave and 401 W.

Seneca Turnpike. Dollar General said it is working to fix the problems.

More than 86,000 people attended Day 10 of the New York State Fair on Friday (Native American Day) and today strawberry milk returns at The Milk Bar while Trace Adkins performs at Suburban Park at 8 p.m.

Herkimer Diamond Mines in Central New York draw tourists this summer who search for clear quartz crystals with a historic twist, as local owner Renee Shevat and veteran miner Jordan McDaniel share stories of Mohawk trade and Revolutionary funding (a tradition crafted over centuries).

Onondaga Community College has been awarded a $1.031 million federal grant to expand its manufacturing training programs for careers in electrical, mechanical and semiconductor systems.

The grant will help purchase new equipment and software to benefit more than 250 students and apprentices each year.

More than 250 kids received free haircuts (plus school supplies and face painting) at a Northside barbershop on Thursday as E.P.I.C.

Roots and Royal Razor teamed with the school district to help students start school when classes resume next Tuesday.

A federal judge in the Northern District struck down the state law requiring companies to pay $75 billion for climate costs on Monday — a move that challenges New York’s strategy to cover extreme weather damages.

EarthJustice attorneys say additional cases could reverse the decision.

At the New York State Fair near Syracuse this fall, vendors serve treat options under $10, with offers like a 25¢ cup of milk (from the Rainbow Milk Bar) and mini soft serve ice cream cones, providing affordable ways for visitors to enjoy fair food while saving cash.

A new vendor debuted Brewer Union at the local fair on Sept.

4, drawing hungry crowds with its twist on the classic Reuben sandwich (dubbed the 'Redneck Reuben').

Onondaga County lawmakers proposed a builders’ revolving loan fund, seeded by surplus money to ease the housing shortage.

County Executive Ryan McMahon and Chair Nicole Watts said the plan will join a local development corporation (a one-stop shop for affordable housing) to boost low-to-moderate-income options.

Today, Syracuse faces New Hampshire in its season opener as running back Tylik Hill vows not to repeat last season’s mistake and quarterback Steve Angeli makes his comeback from injury to lead the Orange (coaches expect strong performances with new defensive tactics).

Fanatics has launched a new line of Carmelo Anthony X Syracuse Orange and Roots of Fight apparel that celebrates the historic 2003 championship run, featuring a cream T-shirt at $54, a white hoodie at $135, and a long-sleeve shirt at $65 available for fans.

Syracuse.com streamed the high school football Game of the Week on Friday, Sept.

4 at 6 p.m. when Elmira played Liverpool at Liverpool High School Stadium (presented by Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists and Crouse Health) with live analysis by local reporters.

Syracuse football opens today at the JMA Wireless Dome against New Hampshire after a major coaching overhaul that brings in defensive coordinator Vince Kehres (from Toledo) and veteran offensive line coach Juan Castillo.

Key transfers and returning players, including quarterback Steve Angeli, will test the team's new strategies at home.