weather
high: 87. low: 59. It’s warm with hazy sunshine today. The 5-day forecast looks promising.
The day’s photo
Big Nights in Little Big Town: Members of Little Big Town are set to perform at the Empower FCU Amphitheater in Syracuse this coming Friday night. Expect reviews, setting details, and more photos from the event.
The latest
Micron is nearing the first permit needed for their chip plants in Clay. Micron Technology is in the final steps to secure the first three necessary permits for their planned chipmaking facilities in Clay. This permit will allow them to disrupt certain wetlands and bird habitats, though similar land will be designated elsewhere starting in November.
What are the trends?
Micron’s influence is significant: Bank CEOs project rapid growth for Syracuse. Leaders from some of the largest banks in the U.S. anticipate employment growth as Syracuse evolves into a hub for population and job opportunities, largely driven by the construction of a substantial chip factory in Clay. Developers see it as pretty attractive for investments.
- Editorial: After years of discussion, Micron Project moves into the “execution” phase.
10 Brew-inspired animal drink pairings at the zoo: Hundreds of Central New Yorkers gathered for the Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s annual Brew at the Zoo fundraiser on Friday night. Seventy local breweries and wineries offered tastings. Inspired by our Sudsy Safari, we compiled a list of ten drink pairings with animals. (Check out the video.)
Report: Cornell nearing a deal with the Trump administration for research funding. Cornell University has reportedly entered negotiations with the Trump administration to secure around $100 million in research grants and federal funding, particularly for a central New York initiative.
- CNY country files criminal case against Trump.
Looking ahead
Onondaga County voters will decide on term limits for long-term lawmakers. This fall, voters will have the final say on whether to implement term limits for Onondaga County Councillors.
New Chick-fil-A in Onondaga County set to open soon. It’s been over two years since the DeWitt Chick-fil-A was proposed, and it will finally open this week. Stay tuned for details.
Sports
Steve Angeli connects Syracuse to Notre Dame: This relationship was a key factor in Angeli’s decision to join Syracuse after transferring. He built rapport with head coach Fran Brown during his high school years at Bergen Catholic in New Jersey, where he was guided by Vito Campanile, the brother of SU’s quarterback coach. Angeli also spoke with former Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord.
More Sports:
Simply put
Oneida has found a temporary location for high school students.
Grocery Price Tracker: Have beef prices reached egg levels? They peaked in June.
Syracuse Playlist: Discover new music from Central New York artists.
After detecting West Nile, Cicero swamps received treatment.
Destiny USA’s owner faces a third mall foreclosure this year.
Trump responds to Schumer: “Go to Hell.”
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