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Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new play called Milkweed uses ideas from quantum physics and teacher-student relationships to ask big questions on stage at Kitchen Theatre Company through March 15. The play draws on simple images like offices (with desks and bookshelves) and homey spaces to show contrasts in learning and life. The Ithaca Voice
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ United Airlines will add a third daily flight from Ithaca Tompkins International Airport to Washington Dulles on March 5, with service continuing until early June — increasing scheduling flexibility for business, government, university, and leisure travel. 14850
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca College women’s golf team captured three tournament wins, including the St. Lawrence Invitational, and will start their spring season competing for a Liberty League crown at the Vassar College Invitational in Poughkeepsie on March 28 to 29 and the Martin Wallace Invitational in Cortland on April 11 to 12. The Ithacan
- ➤ Cornell’s women's hockey team beat Colgate 3 to 1 on Nov. 15 to secure its ticket to the ECAC championship weekend starting March 6; coach Doug Derraugh said the penalty-filled contest + prepared the team for tougher playoff rounds. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Cornell men's hockey team secured a 2-1 win against Clarkson on Saturday at Lynah Rink—senior goaltender Remington Keopple made 20 saves on senior night. The team now prepares for the ECAC tournament quarterfinals on March 13 and 14. The Cornell Daily Sun
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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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The Music of Hans Zimmer
8-11 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Cost info not provided — Experience unforgettable iconic scores led by a pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean.
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Raclette for Lunch
12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Cost varies — Enjoy a cheesy alpine tradition paired with refreshing cider at this popular local event.
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Paint & Sip with Bob Ross
4-6 p.m. — South Hill Cider — 2 drink minimum — Enjoy painting along with Bob Ross while sipping cider on a Saturday afternoon.
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Skunk Cabbage Classic Half Marathon
Time not specified — Barton Hall — Registration fee applicable — Participate in Ithaca’s iconic spring tradition featuring 10K and half-marathon courses through the scenic Cornell campus.
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