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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Vandalism at the new Bills stadium caused $150K in damage + officials plan to question about 300 workers regarding the incident. WGRZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shea's Buffalo Theatre will host Buffalo Fashion Runway’s first fashion production—Black Carpet Three—on February 28. The event will feature 21 designers, over 120 models and 10 performances that blend fashion, performance and storytelling in a celebration of Black history. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center received $3 million & will expand its HOPE Center to boost community outreach. Work starts this fall and is expected to take about a year, with state leaders helping secure the funding. WBFO
- ➤ At a meeting on Thursday (Feb. 19), families, patients, and employees at Buffalo General voiced concerns over Kaleida's plan to reduce the rehab unit from 34 to 16 beds, warning that the change may affect care. The Buffalo News
- ➤ Theresa McCall-Jenkins works with BPPN & the home visiting program to boost maternal and infant health in Buffalo. She remains dedicated to supporting family well-being in the community. The Buffalo News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Getzville native Hayley Scamurra (31) led Team USA to a 2-1 overtime win against Canada in the women’s hockey gold medal game on Thursday, Feb. 19 in Milan. Her third tournament goal capped a victory as USA plans to defend its title at the next Winter Olympics. WBFO
- ➤ Section VI high school boys and girls basketball playoffs have been set with games scheduled from Feb. 19 to early March at venues including Buffalo State and Jamestown Community College. BTPM Sports will broadcast select Class AAA contests (on TV, radio and online). WBFO
- ➤ WNY native Hayley Scamurra led Team USA to a comeback gold medal win on Thursday at the Olympics when Hilary Knight's late goal forced overtime and Megan Keller scored the winning goal. Scamurra (a Nichols School graduate whose father played in the NHL) grew up with a strong hockey background. WGRZ
- ➤ Sabres' Luukkonen returns to practice today after an injury kept him out of the Winter Olympics, and he will join team drills at the training center to work on regaining his form. WGRZ
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Excision Concert
7-9 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticket prices range from $82 to $203 — Experience an electrifying night with renowned DJ Excision at Buffalo RiverWorks.
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Live Performance by Ed Croft & Tina Williams
5:30-7:30 p.m. — duende at Silo City — Entry Info Not Provided — Enjoy a night of versatile music and harmonies from this talented Buffalo duo.
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Buffalo Bandits vs. Saskatchewan Rush
7:30-9:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets vary — Experience an electrifying NLL matchup in Buffalo.
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Rascal Flatts: Life is a Highway Tour
7-9 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Experience the harmonies and charisma of country music icons Rascal Flatts on their highly anticipated tour.
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The Early November & Hellogoodbye Concert
7-10 p.m. — Electric City — Ticketed event — Celebrate two decades of music from The Early November and Hellogoodbye with their anniversary concert.
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Buffalo Speed Dating for Singles Aged 35-49
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fattey Beer Co. — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches at this lively and effective speed dating event.
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Buffalo Sabres vs. Vegas Golden Knights
7-9 PM — KeyBank Center — Check for ticket availability — Thrilling NHL action as the Sabres take on the Golden Knights.
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Khamari Concert
12-8 p.m. — Electric City — $47/ea — Grab last-minute tickets for an exciting night of music at Electric City.
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Hedda Gabler Cocktail Hour and PYP
6-9:30 p.m. — D'Youville Kavinoky Theatre — Pick-Your-Price — Enjoy a pre-show cocktail hour with drink specials and light bites before the performance of Hedda Gabler.
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October London In Concert
8-11 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — Ticket Prices TBD — Experience smooth R&B sounds featuring October London, Eric Benét, and J. Brown live on stage.
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