Good morning, Buffalo.

The 186th Erie County Fair opened Wednesday in Hamburg amid record crowds as local officials and fair leaders launched what they call the 12 best days of summer; discounts include (free entry for kids 12 and under), $2 rides on Thursday, and early-bird ticket deals.

The Firefighter Arno Memorial Foundation is launching the Arno Act grant program to help first responders with training, professional development and safety equipment.

The first awards will be given at a cookout on Sunday, Aug. 16 at Buffalo River Fest Park.

On Thursday, Tweed Roosevelt and Massee McKinley addressed a packed crowd at the Buffalo History Museum, discussing their family legacies, historic preservation, and civic duty.

The presidential descendants emphasized the importance of The Society of Presidential Descendants in connecting local communities (supporting education and civic engagement).

The Sabres have announced an upcoming theme night schedule for the 26-27 season, with giveaways such as a mini banner and bobblehead planned from Oct. through April, while Buffalo Biodiesel names two new executives and D'Youville University launches a fast-track masters program in sport and performance psychology starting this fall.

Moog marked its 75th anniversary on Thursday, Aug.

13 by unveiling a new $150 million Advanced Integrated Manufacturing facility at its headquarters in Elma — the upgrade will boost production with automation and support future growth.

Moog marked its 75th anniversary and opened a $150 million manufacturing building for upgraded machining operations on its military aircraft business.

Company officials said the investment will boost production capabilities going forward.

The fourth annual Zine Fest is taking place today at the WNY Book Arts Center on Washington St., offering free viewing, buying, creating, and preserving zines with over 100 artists participating and more waiting (the event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Cleanup efforts at the former Tonawanda Coke property are nearing completion after six years of planning (state officials approved the final remedial action work plan), and a $2 billion data center may follow on the site.

Congressman Tim Kennedy announced that the Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site received about $300,000 on Thursday, easing funding worries that threatened payroll and repairs.

The historic venue, known for hosting early voting and public education, will use the funds to address maintenance needs.

Haeden Ellis celebrated his Memorial Cup win with the Kitchener Rangers by bringing the trophy to LECOM Harborcenter on Wednesday afternoon.

The former Buffalo Junior Sabres player will now defend his championship for one more season.

The Bills will host the Carolina Panthers in their preseason opener at Highmark Stadium today — a key start to season preparations.

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