Your Morning Edition for Thursday, Jan. 16th presented by DiSanto Propane!
Public health officials warn residents about Radon, Jayla Bell sets Lyons' all-time scoring record, Wells College to hold sale meeting next week, and FL Wine Fest rebranded 'FLX Summer Fest'.
Ontario County urges radon testing to prevent health risks
Ontario County Public Health is encouraging residents to test their homes for radon, a potentially dangerous gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Radon exposure is a leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers and poses a preventable health risk. Radon test kits are available through the New York State Department of Health for $12.25, which covers the cost of the testing device, lab analysis, and postage.
Finger Lakes Forecast: Snow Builds
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We’ll have snow building through the day today with highs in the mid-20s. Winds will be lighter than earlier this week, but still notable and keeping wind chills in the teens. More snow showers tonight before things clear up and warm up tomorrow.
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
The Yates County Legislature met for its January session to address several items, including employee recognition, public transportation plans, and financial audits. We have a look at the five biggest takeaways from the legislature’s first session of the year online now.
Wells College will host a presentation on January 21 at the Morgan Opera House in Aurora to discuss plans for selling its 127-acre campus. The event, led by college officials and real estate firm CBRE, will outline the sales process and update the community on current interest in the property.
The iconic Finger Lakes Wine Festival has been replaced by the family-friendly FLX Summer Fest at Watkins Glen, running July 18-20. The new event will showcase live music, local crafts, food, beverages, and activities for all ages, celebrating the region’s culture and summer spirit.
New York’s housing inventory has reached a historic low, with only 23,198 units available statewide, according to NYSAR. This shortage has led to intense competition, waived inspections, and sacrifices by buyers who delayed major life events to pursue homeownership.
The Marcus Whitman Marching Wildcat Winterguard will hold its annual “Artistry in Motion” show on January 18 at Marcus Whitman High School. Doors open at 5 p.m., with performances beginning at 6 p.m. The event features Marcus Whitman’s 2025 production, “Tightrope,” inspired by The Greatest Showman, alongside eight other groups, including Gates Chili Independent Winterguard.
WEDNESDAY HS BASKETBALL REPORT: Jayla Bell sets Lyons’ all-time scoring record; Waterloo girls top Bloomfield on Maci Mueller’s late three-pointer
Girls Basketball
Waterloo 67, Bloomfield 64
Lyons 60, East Rochester 39
Mynderse 45, Charles G. Finney 34
Gananda 49, Williamson/Marion 18
Clyde-Savannah 62, North Rose-Wolcott 24
Geneva 41, Wayne 40
Palmyra-Macedon 53, Rush-Henrietta 17
Boys Basketball
Geneva 66, Marcus Whitman 41
Waterloo 65, School of the Arts 47
South Seneca 82, Red Jacket 33
Honeoye 89, Naples 50
Greece Athena 73, Canandaigua 67 (Overtime)
Webster Schroeder 66, Victor 58
VICTOR PLANNING: Hotel change by Eastview Mall and Verizon Wireless upgrades
THE RUNDOWN: MORE FROM AROUND THE FLX
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