Good morning, Buffalo.

Buffalo Together has appointed Cindy Odom as its first President and CEO to lead its investment strategy for safety and wealth on the East Side.

Odom brings over 25 years of leadership from New City Kids and the Girl Scouts of Buffalo and Erie County.

Two red panda cubs were born on June 13 at Buffalo Zoo to mom Himalaya and dad Mogwai — the zoo said they are cared for behind a closed nest box and will be shown to visitors when ready.

The Village of Hamburg is hosting a free family bike ride to collect food donations for local pantries starting at 6 p.m. Thursday at Coyote Cafe (36 Main St.), with riders cruising through all 11 parks to support families in need.

Today, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation announced a $1.5 million investment in rural libraries, with over 20 receiving funds; the Boston Free Library will use its $20,000 grant to add a native plant garden and outdoor learning space with a greenhouse starting soon.

Verizon is building a 139-ft cell tower on Smith Road in East Amherst to boost network capacity after local concerns over dropped calls; the project is underway and will be operational by this time next year (the foundation is complete).

Buffalo Music Hall of Fame will induct 13 new members this fall with an induction ceremony set for Oct.

7 and a concert performance scheduled for Oct. 8 - the new inductees join past legends including the Goo Goo Dolls and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

Explore and More museum celebrated a top-five USA Today ranking yesterday and announced its second phase of construction, which will convert Moving Water into a temporary exhibit space and enclose the fourth-floor terrace.

The project will use sponsors + museum funds, with the new installation opening mid-September.

The New York Lottery announced a Mega Millions second-prize ticket worth $3 million was sold at Corner Market on Potters Road in Buffalo, and drawings are set for 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.

State Education Commissioner Betty A.

Rosa said an independent monitor may be set to review Buffalo Public Schools and board operations as state legislators plan action in January. No drastic steps have been confirmed yet.

The Bills are starting training camp at St. John Fisher University as they prepare for the upcoming season, with reporter Sal Capaccio of WGR outlining key storylines.

WBEN’s podcast features V.

J. Edgecombe discussing his role on the Sixers with LeBron James. The episode, recorded on Jul. 29, offers local sports fans insight into team dynamics + strategies.

Rust Belt Rampage II

5-8 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience a night of diverse local music featuring Exham Priory, Greywash, and more.

Sunday Social Photo Scavenger Hunt

5:15-6:15 p.m. — Canalside — Free entry — Explore the waterfront while snapping cool shots with fellow photography enthusiasts.

Emily Ann Roberts Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — VIP Meet & Greet available — Enjoy an intimate evening with Emily Ann Roberts and special guest SJ McDonald.

Jammy Buffet: Lakes Below The Mountains Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of music with Jammy Buffet during their Lakes Below The Mountains Tour.

Daniel Donato Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Tickets from $52 — Experience an electrifying evening with Daniel Donato live in Buffalo.

WWE Monday Night Raw

7:30 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Experience live matches and thrilling storyline segments from WWE's flagship show.