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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County is expanding its Mobile Food Pantry to deliver fresh food twice each month to rural communities in Cortland and Tompkins beginning this spring — the service will connect residents to health programs through local partnerships. Tompkins Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Every Tuesday at 6 p.m., Collegetown Bagels hosts a free two-hour trivia night led by Gina Zealth where teams compete for a $40 gift card and bragging rights on 420 College Avenue. The event draws a packed room and creative rounds that keep Cornell students coming back. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ On March 4, Cinemapolis hosted a double feature with a remastered version of Breathless and Nouvelle Vague, including a post-film discussion led by Ithaca College professors. More screening events are planned this month to engage the local community in film history and dialogue. The Ithacan
- ➤ On March 7, Carifiesta celebrated Caribbean and Latino culture at Ithaca College with music, dance, and a fashion show. Organized by IC Haitians, Poder, and IC International Club — the event featured soca performer Julius The Artiste and united students through shared cultural traditions. The Ithacan
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub study released on March 12 showed New York had the second highest total state and local tax rate at 14.95% for a median household — it compared real estate, vehicle, income, and sales taxes across 50 states, with Illinois leading at 16.87%. Ithaca Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Soil and crop sciences alumna Jiameng Lai (Ph.D. '25) won one of two first-place awards at the SUNY Chancellor Distinguished Ph.D. Dissertation Award on March 12 for research on terrestrial carbon and water exchanges. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Misinformation expert Claire Wardle explained on the Cornell-hosted show Research Matters that our online space is flooded with false content plus she urged local libraries and community clubs to boost media literacy to help residents spot misleading claims. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Gov. Hochul announced expanded child care services yesterday at 11 SUNY community colleges, including TC3 in Dryden; the $186K funding will create 4+ part-time infant and toddler spots for adult students with families. 607 News Now
- ➤ Student-athletes at Cornell have founded Men of Color in Athletics (MOCA) to spread kindness via note-writing, free-parking days and youth sports camps. The group actively supports local families, staff and peers while leading community service on campus. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Transportation closed the Podunk Road Bridge in Ulysses on March 12 due to structural deterioration — the bridge, between South Street Extension and Cold Springs Road, will remain closed until it is replaced. 607 News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca venues offer special St. Patrick's menus with corned beef dishes and live music today through Tuesday, including offers at Brewer’s Taproom, the Genoa Hotel, and Ithaca Ale House + others, inviting the community to enjoy Irish-inspired dining without a parade. 14850
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Zumper shows that Ithaca apartment listings increased 5% from February last year as the median rent now stands at $2,020; one-bedroom units fell 6% from January while two-bedroom rents remained nearly unchanged. Ithaca Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell will play Yale in the Ivy Madness semifinal at Newman Arena on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Ithaca. The Red need two wins to reach the NCAA Tournament bid and will use strong offense & defense to advance toward the conference championship. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Cornell's men's lightweight rowing team will begin a phased return after a 34-day suspension that followed a reported incident; most team members will resume training immediately after initial remedial steps. They will return to competition at the Matthews and Leonard Cup in April under a 3-year probationary period. The Cornell Daily Sun
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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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The Lord of The Rings: The Fellowship of The Ring Screening
6:00 – 11:59 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket information not provided — Experience the epic journey of a meek Hobbit and his companions to save Middle-earth.
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Ithaca D.I.Y. Festival
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Ithaca — Free entry — Celebrate the local music scene with performances from vibrant local and college bands.
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Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bailey Hall — Check event page for pricing — Experience the vibrant fusion of cultures through Flamenco in a captivating new production.
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