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January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

Eyesight is often taken for granted and living without it can be a challenge. Over three million Americans and over 60 million people worldwide have glaucoma, which is often referred to as “the sneak thief of sight,” because there are often no symptoms of its presence. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without a person noticing, which experts estimate is the case in half of those who suffer from glaucoma.

KHN exhibit, My Salinity, on display through Feb. 24

Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts presents My Salinity by Hannah Demma. The exhibit will be on display through Feb. 24, with a Gallery Talk on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 5 p.m. in conjunction with KHN's monthly Third Thursday Artist Talks.

Crownover represented Syracuse at Macy’s Day Parade

Syracuse High School 2022 graduate Tucker Crownover called his experience marching in the 96th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade “surreal” and really tried to slow down and take in the whole experience. Crownover marched with the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Marching Band out of Billings, SD where he is a freshman.

Opportunities in the 118th Congress

This week, we officially gaveled in the 118th Congress. With Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House, I know House Republicans will deliver on our Commitment to America to restore a government that’s accountable, a nation that’s safe, an economy that’s strong, and a future that’s free.

Wrestling team takes ninth at Columbus tournament

The Syracuse wrestling team placed ninth out of 21 teams with 94.5 points at the Norm Manstedt Invite at Columbus. The top five teams at the event were Lincoln East, Columbus, Valentine, David City and Pierce. Earning medals for Syracuse were:

Rocket girls’ find scoring, dominate in wins

Syracuse 56, W-C 19 The Rockets struck early against the Wilber-Clatonia Wolverines on Tuesday, January 3, in Wilber. Sophomore Jayden Meyer started the scoring at the 7:40 mark and the Wolverines didn’t see their first basket until 6:23. Juniors Eva Brammier and Rylee Seelhoff also found their stride behind the arc in the quarter as coach Andrew Pryor commented, “It was awesome to see us knock down shots and get some confidence going on the offensive end. Our defensive pressure and intensity led to some favorable scoring opportunities early on, which helped build our confidence for the rest of the game.”