Good morning, Syracuse.

Francis House will host its annual fundraiser There’s No Place Like Home on October 15 at the New York State Fair Exposition Center from 5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m. The event raises money to keep a home open for people with terminal illnesses and will offer an open bar, gourmet food stations, raffles, and a silent auction.

Rhonda Vesey led a grassroots campaign in Syracuse’s Valley neighborhood to bring a new grocery store to the long-shuttered Tops site at Valley Plaza — the store, backed by Buffalo entrepreneur A.K.

Kaid, is set to open in May.

On Tully Farms Road in LaFayette, families enjoyed the 52nd annual Apple Festival — featuring fresh apple fritters, over 400 crafters, and local vendors.

The weekend event attracted about 30,000 visitors and celebrated the fall season.

Gas prices in Syracuse dropped to $3.11 last Monday (down 2¢) amid a gradual decline seen across nearby markets with Buffalo and Rochester also reporting lower costs.

With higher inventories (and the seasonal switch to winter-grade fuel), AAA expects even lower pump prices in the coming weeks.

New York residents are funding clean energy and support programs when paying their electric and gas bills, with about 43% of electric and 50% of gas payments going toward state fees instead of directly to the utility.

National Grid said the cost breakdown is available on its website—critics say a clearer, separate billing line would better inform customers.

Assemblyman Al Stirpe will host a free e-recycling event on November 1st from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — the event at East Syracuse-Minoa Central High School is in partnership with Sunnking Sustainable Solutions and requires registration.

I-81 northbound in Syracuse will be closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on weeknights for bridge steel installation beginning today until Oct.

18 — drivers must follow a detour via I-481 north, Exit 1, west on Rock Cut Road, north on East Brighton Avenue and west on East Glen Avenue to rejoin I-81.

The Christopher Columbus statue still stands in Columbus Circle five years after Mayor Ben Walsh announced plans to move it amid community debates.

The Heritage Park Advisory Committee recommended lowering the statue and adding local memorabilia for a reimagined Heritage Park—city leaders have not yet decided on any changes.

During this week's Weekend Today segment in Central York, viewers learned how to prepare a tea-rubbed T-Bone steak using Earl Grey tea and spices (the method also works for a porterhouse).

Matt Read will appear on NBC3 Sunday mornings (7 a.m. and 9 a.m.) to share his grilling recipe with local viewers.

At Oswego Speedway Saturday night, 34-year-old Canadian racer Matt Williamson won his fourth Billy Whittaker Cars 200 in six years by leading nearly every lap and earning a $53,000 prize—his win in Friday night's Salute to the Troops 150 marked his second top DIRT Week sweep.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Artist Talk: Emptiness Works by Abisay Puentes

6:30-8 p.m. — Community Folk Art Center — Free entry — Explore the fusion of visual art and sound in a discussion with multimedia artist Abisay Puentes.

Back and Forth - Tribute to Foo Fighters

8 PM – 12 AM — Westcott Theater — Tickets available — Celebrate Foo Fighters' music with electrifying performances from an acclaimed tribute band.

The Thorn Live Performance

1-3 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an impactful live performance from The Thorn.

Pace Setters Mens Basketball Exhibition

7:00-8:30 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling fast-paced basketball action with the Pace Setters at their exhibition game.

SOPHISTAFUNK with The Basement Chronicles

7:15-10:15 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $18.22 — Experience infectious hip-hop beats and good vibes from local favorites.