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Hey, Buffalo! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Here we go.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 74 Low: 55.

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Here are the top stories today in Buffalo:

1. An investment group has purchased a W. Huron St. apartment building for $1.1M. Originally built in 1880 as a hotel, it was converted to apartments soon after. It is currently unclear if the plans for the building include restoring and highlighting its historic charm or move in a more contemporary direction. (The Business Journals, Subscription)
2. Crime Stoppers WNY is now offering a $7,500 reward for information about the murder of Monroe Cross on Grote St. Cross was killed on Jun. 20 and the investigation has reportedly halted, with little to no information available on the incident. Any tips can be called in at (716) 867-6161 or through the Buffalo Tips app. (WGRZ.com)
3. Buffalo firefighters are under investigation after a crash and car fire hours after their graduation. Video surveillance at a local business shows a Jeep Cherokee SUV crashing into a tow truck at South Buffalo Autoparts in the 600 block of Elk Street. The fire department was called to contain the car fire. While the investigation is underway, three recruits are on administrative leave. Buffalo Fire investigators are looking into how the fire started and the Erie County District Attorney's Office is also investigating. (WKBW 7 News Buffalo)

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Today in Buffalo:

• Lego Week At Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day)
• Escape the Library Escape Room At Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day)
• Gadzooks Volunteer Day At Western New York Book Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• A Movement, Not a Moment: Reflecting on the Past, Present and Future of Black Freedom At Buffalo Museum of Science (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• We couldn't send this newsletter out for the weekend without mentioning Taste of Buffalo! The huge food festival is back with 40 restaurants and food trucks as well as wineries and beer tents. (WGRZ.com)
• It's the moment we've all been waiting for: the sea lion underwater viewing is back at the Buffalo Zoo! Plan your visit to see Jesse, Pokey, and Toni the sea lions. (The Buffalo Zoo via Instagram)
• The Poolside Summer Concert Series is kicking off Jul. 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm! If you can't make it to this concert, make sure you get to some of the others to enjoy the outdoor pool and even beer or wine. (JCC Buffalo via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right. I'll catch up with you bright and early Monday morning with your next update!

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.