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Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 73-year-old Margaret Schoneman, reported missing on Feb. 13 from Lansing, was found safe on the Cornell University campus after a social media tip, state police said. 607 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cornell student Katelyn Halverson '28 explains how network coffee chats feel similar to first dates at Cornell by comparing the nerves of dating to those in professional meetings — both require careful preparation and follow-up messages. Her article highlights the campus culture of blending business with personal connection. The Cornell Daily Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell's Prof. Elizabeth Riley will teach the popular Human Bonding course in Spring 2026, where students learn how relationships boost brain health & help people connect. The course, first taught by retired Prof. Cindy Hazan, builds on nearly 40 years of history at Cornell. The Cornell Daily Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a promising start, Cornell's men's hockey lost 4-1 to Union on Saturday night. Questionable officiating and missed scoring chances in the first period left the team to regroup ahead of Friday’s contest with Quinnipiac in Connecticut. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ The Section 4 boys swimming & diving championships ended on Feb. 14 with Corning winning Class A, Maine-Endwell winning Class B, and Watkins Glen/Odessa-Montour capturing Class C titles while state-qualifying swimmers will compete at the NYSPHSAA meet at Ithaca College on March 6-7. Ithaca Journal
- ➤ No. 11 Cornell women’s hockey beat No. 12 Clarkson in a close game—junior Delaney Fleming scored five minutes into the third period to secure a top-four finish and a playoff bye. They will host a best-of-three quarterfinal series at Lynah Rink starting Feb. 28. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Four Cornell alumnae made their Olympic debuts at Milano Cortina Games, representing three countries and advancing to the knockout rounds; Rory Guilday became the first Cornellian to play for the USA team in a historic U.S. vs. Canadian match. The Cornell Daily Sun
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Mutts Gone Nuts
7-10 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticketed event — Experience a hilarious dog variety show that’s sure to entertain all ages.
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Richmond Spiders vs. Cornell Big Red Men's Lacrosse
12-2 p.m. — Schoellkopf Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling NCAA lacrosse showdown between the Richmond Spiders and Cornell Big Red.
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Richard Daria Clarinet Faculty Recital
1 p.m. — Hockett Family Recital Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful performance featuring clarinet, oboe, and bass clarinet by talented faculty members.
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Sheng Wang Stand-Up Comedy
7-10 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Sheng Wang during his extensive stand-up tour.
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Brown University Bears vs Cornell Big Red Men's Lacrosse
12-1 p.m. — Schoellkopf Field — VIP tickets available — Experience top-tier college lacrosse action with exclusive perks and amenities.
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