Good morning, Poughkeepsie.

U-Haul data shows that out-of-state residents are moving into upstate areas (including Poughkeepsie) even as overall growth remains low; these migration trends are reshaping local communities amid lingering pandemic effects.

Officials warned residents after a space heater caused a fire at the historic Crumwold Estate in Hyde Park on Jan.

1 that displaced several families and led fire marshals to remind locals to keep flammable items three feet away (3-Foot Rule) from heaters.

Urban Air Adventure Park has signed a lease to open its 36,000 sqft indoor facility in Wappingers Falls late 2026.

The park will offer adventure slides + an indoor zipline and climbing walls while providing 65 local jobs.

State Health Commissioner McDonald said New York will not follow the new CDC vaccine guidelines for childhood shots despite federal calls to reduce vaccines — school immunization rules will remain unchanged.

The decision comes amid rising flu and measles cases.

Health officials confirm New York set a record for flu-related doctor visits, and they warn the worst of the season is yet to come.

They urge residents on January 8 to get flu shots and practice good hygiene as cases surge ahead of a late January peak.

Local eateries are set to enrich the dining scene in the mid-Hudson Valley this year.

Fruition Chocolate will hold a grand opening in Eastdale on Feb. 1, Lola’s Cafe is expanding nearby, and The Grand Concourse plus Chick-fil-A are scheduled for later in 2026.

Varsity 845 has opened online voting for its girls basketball Players of the Week covering Dec.

29-Jan. 4 with votes accepted until 11 p.m. Sat, Jan. 11; the poll features athletes from Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties and winners will be announced on Twitter.

Eldred quarterback Koen McGill & tight end/defensive lineman James Deyermond were named first-team all-state by the New York State Sportswriters Association after powering Eldred’s six-game winning streak and run to the state championship game.

Other Section 9 players also earned first-team honors following a historic season.

Paint & Sip Night at Crew Restaurant & Bar

6:30-9 p.m. — Crew Restaurant & Bar — $35 — Unleash your inner artist while sipping your favorite drink and making colorful memories.

Live Music with Just Two

7-10 p.m. — Curry Estate (Restaurant Six) — Free entry — Enjoy captivating performances by a dynamic duo playing hits from the 1960s to today.