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Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First-year architecture students will parade a 100-foot-long dragon — a key event celebrating a 125-year tradition — through campus at 1 p.m. on March 27, inviting community members to tour its interior at the Arts Quad. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Cornell student Tochi Ezidiegwu will release her debut EP this summer featuring five songs about her dating adventures last season. The Biological Sciences major will perform at local open mics in Ithaca + pursue music marketing roles to expand her indie-sad-girl-pop sound. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Cornell dance students will present Penumbra — a spring dance series featuring two original pieces — on March 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Class of ’56 Flexible Theatre at the Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts. Cornell Chronicle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ At the 2026 Economic Summit, Chamber President Peggy Coleman introduced keynote Meredith Andreucci, who explained why semiconductor investments and incentives are transforming New York’s tech future — she detailed the region’s $124 billion gains, competitive perks, and new workforce training tax credits. Ithaca.com
- ➤ REEgen and RETRN Bio will expand at SouthWorks on South Hill, a development that received $38 million to transform the former Morse Chain Factory into a mixed-use space for advanced manufacturing startups. The move will create new local jobs and support future clean tech growth. Cornell Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell offers an in person 'Cayuga Language and Culture' course that teaches the critically endangered Gayogo̱hó:nǫˀ language and honors local heritage on campus. (Native speaker Steve Henhawk and professor John Whitman guide students to help revitalize the language.) The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine will host its free Open House on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cornell, where visitors can join guided tours + interactive exhibits that show veterinary care for pets, farm animals and local wildlife. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Arts and Sciences Dean Peter John Loewen and Davide Napoli have developed a new class, Disagreement, that helps 120 students learn to manage conflicts through debates on topics like immigration and democracy. The course meets Wednesday evenings and will be offered again in fall. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Cornell University set records during its 12th Giving Day on March 12 by raising over $11 million from 17,011 donors in Ithaca to support student programs, research, and scholarships. A record 704 champions generated over $2.46 million in matching funds (boosting donor impact). Cornell Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state unveiled plans to convert Camp Barton into Three Falls State Park along Cayuga Lake with new docks, a nature center, and trails while conserving lands and protecting peregrine falcons. Phase one will upgrade utilities and parking in a project expected to last 15 years and cost $12 million. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ More than 300 volunteers join Cornell grad students on rainy spring nights to help migrating salamanders and frogs cross roads safely in Ithaca — their patrol has already recorded 2,000 amphibians. Additional patrols are planned for late March or early April to boost survival rates. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Lea Webb recognized six women for their contributions during Women’s History Month on March 13—honoring leaders in public health, education, spiritual guidance, and entrepreneurship, with three honorees from Tompkins and Cortland Counties. 607 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell hosted Ivy Madness basketball at Newman Arena last weekend with close contests and overtime wins. On the same weekend, the Big Red won a hockey series over Harvard at Lynah Rink (5-2) to secure an ECAC semifinals berth. Tompkins Weekly
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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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