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Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse firefighters held a Fire Prevention Open House at Fire Station 17 on Burnet Avenue on Saturday afternoon to warn families about lithium-ion battery dangers found in everyday gadgets and to teach fire safety. Hundreds of community members enjoyed a free barbecue and hands-on activities (part of Fire Prevention Week) as local officials joined the event. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Salina opened its new $7 million Hoosock-Jensen Community Center on Saturday to honor fallen officers Lieutenant Michael Hoosock and Officer Michael Jensen who died in a 2024 standoff. The center at 2601 Brewerton Road offers programs for seniors, youth and teens and has an auditorium for community events—local leaders and family members joined a ribbon-cutting to celebrate. CNY Central
- ➤ In Moretown, the Funky Foodies podcast showed that food insecurity was a problem when Fern shared her lunch with a hungry classmate—prompting hosts Frankie, Fern, and Zara to consider a community garden as a way to help those in need. WCNY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A fire at the Novelis aluminum plant in Scriba damaged its hot mill on Sept. 16 and led analysts to warn that Ford could lose up to $1 billion in earnings from disrupted F-150 aluminum supplies — while other plant areas have resumed, the hot mill is set for repair by the first quarter and investigations are ongoing — forcing Ford to explore alternative suppliers. Syracuse.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Friends of the Central Library in Syracuse is hosting an author lecture series that will begin on Oct 20 with Pulitzer Prize winner Percival Everett and continue in November with Liz Moore before resuming in March with Natasha Alford, Jodi Kantor, and TJ Klune. Tickets can be purchased at the Solvay Bank box office—funds raised will support library projects. CNY Central
- ➤ Gamers, cosplayers, and anime fans gather at OnCenter for the 12th RetroGameCon this weekend. The event features classic game setups—voice actor meet-and-greets, e-sports tournaments, and cosplay contests—and finishes today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse University named its Dean of Students Sheriah Dixon as its first Title VI coordinator to ensure compliance with the Civil Rights Act, effective immediately. Dixon will manage Title VI reports, support students and lead annual training for staff and faculty before New York state's November deadline. The Daily Orange
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials and Onondaga Nation leaders have been negotiating the return of a small lakeshore parcel along Onondaga Lake — a process stalled since 2011 by concerns over tax issues, lake cleanup, and a Columbus statue — that many view as a symbol of historical oppression. The ongoing talks focus on restoring a piece of sacred land as part of the community’s long struggle over native rights. CNY Central
- ➤ Interstate 81 north in Syracuse will be closed overnight from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weeknights Monday through Saturday while crews install new bridge steel as part of the I-81 Viaduct Project — drivers must follow a detour via I-481 north, Brighton Avenue, Rock Cut Road, and East Glen Avenue to rejoin I-81 north. Syracuse.com
- ➤ As Fire Prevention Week wraps up, the Syracuse Fire Department reminded residents to install working smoke detectors and keep heating devices, candles and stovetops safe—measures that help reduce fire risks. Officials also advised checking power strips for proper safety listings and handling lithium-ion batteries with care as winter nears. CNY Central
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saturday, Syracuse ended its ACC win drought with a 1-0 victory over Miami as Mia Klammer scored the winning goal in the 78th minute—this win marked the first conference victory since 2022. The Daily Orange
- ➤ On Saturday, No. 5 Syracuse field hockey won 2-1 against Stanford — its 10th win of the season — as defender Bo van Kempen blocked a top-corner shot to stop a late comeback while the Orange held strong on defense throughout the match. The Daily Orange
- ➤ Sean Kirst of Le Moyne College remembered Syracuse University basketball legend Lawrence Moten—who died on Sept. 30 at age 53—and urged his students to honor his lasting impact on the team and the city’s sports history. Central Current
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Amy Grant Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket information available — Enjoy an evening with the iconic Queen of Christian Pop, Amy Grant.
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Eddie Balduzzi & The Bon Vivants Live
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — Cost info not provided — Experience Americana Rock with local legends covering classic hits from The Grateful Dead and more.
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Bad Sneakers: A Tribute to Steely Dan
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy a night of Steely Dan classics performed by a talented local 13-piece band.
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Candlelight: Best of Hip-Hop
8:30 p.m. — The Palace Theatre — Tickets selling fast — Enjoy a magical concert experience with Halloween-inspired hip-hop classics under candlelight.
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Swan Lake
7-8:30 p.m. — The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters — Check event page for ticket details — Experience the enchanting ballet of love and magic with Swan Lake.
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