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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Buffalo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 64th Annual Variety Kids Telethon raised over $1M to support local children’s programs at Golisano Children's Hospital and other nonprofits. It aired Saturday from 6:15 p.m. to 11 p.m. on WGRZ and WGRZ Plus and continued Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on WBBZ — every donation stayed local. WGRZ
- ➤ Travelers arriving at the Buffalo Niagara International Airport say TSA checks run smoothly while passengers from larger airports face long lines and delays+ some even miss flights. NFTA officials are holding a gift card drive outside arrivals from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today to support TSA workers. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rock icon Bryan Adams will perform at the KeyBank Center on Friday, August 14 — with Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo joining him — as ticket presales begin today and he releases a limited edition vinyl on April 18. WGRZ
- ➤ Thousands of Burmese refugees enrich local neighborhoods with their unique cultures, running restaurants and shops in West Side and Riverside. A summer water festival will bring the community together + celebrate new beginnings and traditions tied to their homeland. WBFO
- ➤ TLC, Salt-N-Pepa & En Vogue will perform on their Its Iconic tour at Darien Lake Ampitheater on August 31, with presale tickets available Wednesday at 10 a.m. WGRZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Buffalo have jumped 20 cents to $3.76/gallon today, AAA said, while D'Youville University earned the top spot for women in Western New York. The Variety Kids Telethon raised over $1 million, and nominations for the 2026 Business Ethics Awards are open until May 1st. WBEN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Code Blue was issued last night in Buffalo and Erie County after freezing temperatures activated shelter services. The Buffalo City Mission at 100 E Tupper St. operated its shelter from 7 p.m. Monday to 7 a.m. Tuesday (with breakfast until 8 a.m.). WGRZ
- ➤ New Yorkers are encouraged to visit the state comptroller's website to check for unclaimed funds from inactive accounts, uncashed checks, and uncollected policies. The state has returned an average of $2 million a day so far in 2026, with over $145 million claimed. WGRZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bisons will open their season this Friday when they host Scranton-Wilkes Barre during the earliest opening day in team history; the first pitch is set for 1:05 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. WGRZ
- ➤ USA Hockey Girls National Championships is underway at the Northtown Center in Amherst today and will run through March 29. The tournament features top players from around the country and is expected to boost the local economy with about $3.2M in revenue. WBFO
- ➤ The Buffalo Sabres sent playoff ticket sale details to season ticket holders Monday morning (their first such release in 14 years) as they chase a postseason berth; fans can prepare for the upcoming first-round Stanley Cup playoffs. The Buffalo News
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Boston Bruins at Buffalo Sabres
7-10 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Veterans only — Celebrate Military Appreciation Night as the Sabres take on the Bruins in Buffalo.
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Metal Spring Fling
8 PM – 1 AM — Nietzsche's — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying night of metal featuring top local bands.
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Kim Scott Live Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Burchfield Penney Art Center — Members $50, Non-Members $55 — Experience an elegant evening of smooth jazz with acclaimed flutist Kim Scott.
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G Herbo Live in Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets starting at $278 — G Herbo is set to deliver an unforgettable performance in Buffalo's vibrant venue.
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Two Feet Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Last-minute ticket availability — Experience an electrifying performance by Two Feet in Buffalo.
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Jarv & RDGLDGRN Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $44-$88 — Experience high-energy performances by Jarv and RDGLDGRN at this local favorite venue.
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Jigitz Live in Buffalo
8-9:30 p.m. — Electric City — Tickets from $54 — Jigitz promises an unforgettable live performance in Buffalo.
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MFA Dance Thesis Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — UB CFA Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Experience innovative dance performances from MFA candidates at UB Center for the Arts.
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Jazz Appreciation Night featuring Jay Sharptet
6-8 p.m. — The Buffalo History Museum — $37 includes a drink — Celebrate the legacy of jazz with live performances by Jay Sharptet in a beautiful historic venue.
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The Runarounds Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Electric City — $73 — Experience a night of energetic music with The Runarounds in Buffalo.
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