When members of this gym skip a day they get a call home
Metro Fitness has evolved over the past 22 years from a small personal training business to a high-end fitness club. Now, it’s about to unveil an exclusive new program. Read more »
Slice of Life
Music festivals dominate summer concert landscape
Music festivals are everything when it comes to summer concerts, and these Syracuse University students have attended their fair share. Read more »
This SU professor got to sing for Pope Francis
After writing more than 1,100 songs and working with Michael Bolton, Cher and many other big-time artists, Syracuse professor Bob Halligan Jr. knows a thing or two about songwriting. Read more »
Working in a London office isn’t just productive, it’s healthy too
When I got my acceptance letter to the Syracuse University Abroad program for this spring, the prospect of interning in London was an attractive and… Read more »
You probably haven't heard of pickleball, but this couple plays for about 15 hours a week
Steve and Karen Pfanenstiel have popularized pickleball in the city of Syracuse, bringing it to their local YMCA and in a few months the New York State Fair. Today they celebrate their 30th Valentine’s Day. Read more »
Don't want to spend lots of money this Valentine's Day? Make your gifts instead
You don’t have to be rich to give your friends or that special someone in your life a great gift on Valentine’s Day. Read more »
Floral shop owner watches industry change with Syracuse
Markowitz Florist has been open since 1934. In its 83 years of operation, it’s watched the city of Syracuse change. Read more »
The history of Valentine's Day goes way back
Valentine's Day stems from St. Valentine. But what might be surprising is what came before him in the history books. Read more »
Café Kubal grand opening will feature double the buzz with coffee infused beer
Grand opening of Café Kubal location will feature a collaboration with Empire Brewing Company. The local businesses partnered to create “Local Grind,” a scotch ale blended with coffee. Read more »
This SU alumnus ran around the world in 7 days
Syracuse alumnus Winston Fisher ran seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. During the runs he represented Team Extreme and the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. Read more »
Freshman explores the world and speaks 4 languages
Khang Tran is fluent in four languages, has lived in three different countries, is in a band and plays rugby. Read more »
Bourque: I don't know anything about EDM, but I loved seeing it live
Music columnist Jenny Bourque went to her first EDM concert ever -- and she loved it. Read more »
SALTQuarter gallery explores themes of loss, memory
Stefan Zoller got his MFA from Syracuse University last year and now teaches a few SU courses. His latest exhibition “Wyoming Distance” opens at SALTQuarters this weekend. Read more »
What does the raunchy version of 'Silence of the Lambs' look like?
Rarely Done Productions brings small scale, off-beat plays to Syracuse -- but they often take a dark angle. For mature audiences only. Read more »
Pixels & Print to hold 3rd annual graphic design workshop
Students and design coaches will team up for a 48-hour design workshop this weekend. The goal is to rebrand Syracuse’s South Side. Read more »
Marissa Mulder is coming back to Syracuse with a younger style of cabaret
Marissa Mulder looks to bring a fresh style of cabaret to Redhouse Arts Center on Feb. 9, 10 and 11 in her performance based on the songs of Ray LaMontagne. Read more »
Olivia Rudensky got her start from a Miley Cyrus fan account
Sophomore Olivia Rudensky is a force in the entertainment industry. She has worked with celebrities like Miley Cyrus and personally has thousands of social media followers. Read more »
How the WISE Women’s Business Center empowers and supports entrepreneurship
The WISE Women’s Business Center has helped hundreds of women find the support and guidance needed to build successful companies, giving them opportunities to network and ask questions. Read more »
The guy that started this Grateful Dead cover band has seen them more than 200 times
Pearly Baker's Best, a Grateful Dead cover band, plays Funk n' Waffles every Monday. Rhythm guitarist Charley Orlando shares his experiences covering the rock legends. Read more »
Sophomore’s tattoo is a tribute to her family pride
Families come in all shapes and sizes. Morgan Lyons shows her love for her family with a contemporary lion on her arm. Read more »
Add a slap to your face as part of your new gym routine
Ever wondered what your personal trainer is thinking while you power through that last mile? The Walk Against Humanity app was developed for fitness but with a dark humor twist. Read more »
For this club, the biggest football game this weekend wasn't the Super Bowl
One by one, individuals clad in red trickled into J. Ryan’s Pub. At 7:30 a.m., it was far too early to drink any of the… Read more »
Vintage Love brings back antique fashion, furniture
Vintage Love is a boutique specializing in antique houseware and throwback garments. The business lies on Jefferson Street in the downtown area of Syracuse. Read more »
This junior takes 'show, don't tell' to the next level
Cassandra Couwenberg is video chair for the Gamma Phi Beta sorority and executive producer for Loud and Clear. She has been involved with making music videos for various Syracuse concerts since her freshman year. Read more »
