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From winter weather woes to community resilience: Your essential FLX updates — Holiday travel delays loom as snow returns, the Wayne County Humane Society gets major funding, and LIVE hoops returns!
Wayne County Humane Society gets major funding for new shelter
The Wayne County Humane Society received a significant boost with a $1.5 million donation from Tom Golisano and $689,438 from the county’s 2025 budget. The funds, derived from interest on American Rescue Plan Act allocations, will help build a modern 9,800-square-foot shelter. Combined with prior state grants, the project aims to enhance care, adoption services, and educational outreach for the community.
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SNOWY TRAVEL THRU THE WEEKEND
Winter weather is set to complicate holiday travel in the Finger Lakes, with a Winter Weather Advisory in effect until Saturday night. Several counties, including Wayne, Monroe, and Ontario, can expect 4 to 7 inches of snow, with hazardous conditions peaking Friday night into Saturday. Drivers are urged to stay cautious as cold temperatures and snow-covered roads may lead to widespread delays.
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
Big Lots closures impact Auburn and Ontario locations as retailer winds down operations: The company’s bankruptcy led to a nationwide shutdown, with “going out of business” sales ongoing. Workforce reductions are expected in January.
Fire destroys Junius home, sparking community fundraising for displaced resident: Edward Townson’s father lost his home in an electrical fire despite firefighters’ efforts. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support his recovery.
Moravia school district sets vote on January 14 for proposed land purchase: The district aims to acquire eight acres on S Main Street for $175,000 to expand educational opportunities. A community forum to discuss the proposal will be held on January 8 at 6 p.m.
Seneca County supervisors to tackle key grants, salaries, and budget updates in year-end meeting on December 23: The session will focus on election grants, infrastructure projects, and salaries for public officers in 2025. A public hearing on Local Law D is set for January 14.
Steuben County advances flood recovery with infrastructure repairs and debris clearing: Projects on CR14, CR31, and the CR119 bridge are underway, though winter has paused further work. Officials are optimistic about preventing future flood damage.
THURSDAY HS BASKETBALL REPORT: Lyons boys cruise past Clyde-Savannah to snap three-game skid; Whitman girls start season 5-0
Lyons boys basketball snaps losing streak with big win; Marcus Whitman girls remain undefeated. Lyons defeated Clyde-Savannah by 30 points, while Marcus Whitman’s girls improved to 5-0. More matchups are set for Friday night across the region.
Boys Basketball
Lyons (3-3) 84
Clyde-Savannah (2-3) 54Lyons: Jamire Johnson 22 pts; Stephen LeBrecht 17 pts; Contrell Parker Jr. 10 pts; Kaywon Butler 6 pts; Jahae Zyree Smith 6 pts
Clyde-Savannah: Tanner Buisch 30 pts; Zymere Smith 12 pts
Marion (0-6) 19
East Rochester (4-0) 67Williamson (1-5) 41
Sodus (2-3) 58
Girls Basketball
HAC (2-3) 27
Honeoye (1-4) 42Romulus (1-5) 32
South Seneca (3-2) 49Romulus: Maggie Bloom 11 pts; Alyssa Mari 6 pts; Morgan Kisner 6 pts
South Seneca: Mackenzie Snyder 16 pts; Kayleigh Banfield 15 pts; Ella Wellin 10 pts; Victoria Scott 6 pts
Marcus Whitman (5-0) 47
Red Jacket (1-6) 21Marcus Whitman: Sophie Snyder 13 pts; Maddie Daggett 12 pts; Lily Carroll 8 pts; Aliysiah Clark 6 pts
Red Jacket: Fay Pickering 7 pts; Alyssa Griffith 4 pts; McKenna Rush 4 pts; Avery Close 4 pts
LIVE AT 7 PM: Wayne, Geneva clash in FL East boys basketball battle Friday night
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