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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, April 25th, The Tarps played at Hopshire Farm & Brewery; today, the Newfield Public Library hosts a book sale from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center holds a record fair from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., while Sunday, April 27th will bring the Tompkins 4-H Duck Race at 11:00 a.m. and the Big Red Marching Band spring concert from noon to 3:00 p.m. 607 News Now
- ➤ On April 10, the Ithaca Sciencenter learned that nearly $500,000 in federal money was cut, and its executive director said the museum will soon share plans for moving ahead + explain how the loss will affect its programs. The museum is working to inform the community about upcoming changes to its operations. WENY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Spring Writes will bring over 40 events and more than 100 creators to Ithaca from May 7th to May 11th with 23 free live events at downtown venues. It will also host free Zoom sessions from May 15th to May 22nd and eight writing workshops through September—one featuring a collaborative session with the county poet laureate on July 5th. Ithaca Journal
- ➤ A monthlong event called 'We Are La Voz' will begin May 2 in downtown Ithaca with an opening reception at Orozco Gallery Pop-Up — Cornell faculty, students and local community members have organized a series of artist talks, musical performances and story times to spotlight Latine artists. Cornell Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students attended a Cornell outreach event on April 12 where they experimented by making bath bombs, extracting DNA, and even creating ice cream with liquid nitrogen using engineering methods–a program aimed at sparking interest in STEM careers. Parents joined panel discussions about college applications to learn how to support their children’s future plans. Cornell Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Cornell and the USGS found that adding selenium helped mayfly larvae limit mercury buildup at low mercury levels—but at high mercury levels, it increased mercury accumulation. The study warns that mayflies may carry more mercury from water to land, which could harm local wildlife. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Irene Weiser—who led local efforts to stop fracking—has announced her run for District 13 on the Tompkins County Legislature, which covers Caroline and Danby, and she brings years of local government experience from her time on the Caroline board. She said she will work to improve housing, internet access and local environmental protections as the election season unfolds. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ Fire departments in Tompkins, Cortland and Tioga counties are hosting recruiting and open house events this weekend under the RecruitNY campaign to attract new volunteers. Several events are scheduled for today and tomorrow with start times from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—one event is at the Eagles Club in Ithaca. 607 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, New York Times bestselling author Maia Szalavitz spoke at the Tompkins County Public Library about using harm reduction to help people with addiction. She shared her experience with heroin and noted that countries using harm reduction see fewer HIV infections and better health outcomes—her talk was part of the Information Saves Lives Project funded by local health groups. Ithaca.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last Saturday, Cornell senior CJ Kirst tied the NCAA lacrosse all-time scoring record with 224 goals and will have a chance to set a new record today when the Big Red host Dartmouth at 12 noon on Schoellkopf Field—if a win secures their 20th outright Ivy crown. Cornell holds a seven game winning streak and a perfect Ivy League slate so far. 14850
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HSC Workshop Series: Collecting Data Effectively
10 AM – 1 PM — Tompkins County Public Library — $70 — Equip yourself with tools for effective data collection and impactful decision-making.
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The Dead South Concert
5-7 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $46 to $78 — Experience a night of folk and bluegrass with The Dead South at a historic venue.
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17th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival
May 7-11 & May 15-22 — Community Arts Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate local literary talent with 40 diverse events from readings to workshops.
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Australian Pink Floyd Show
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $64 to $387 — Experience the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd with an unforgettable live performance.
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Little Feat Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classic rock with Little Feat.
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Garden Fair and Plant Sale
1-7 p.m. — Ithaca Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore a variety of plants at this annual sale operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins.
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Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers
5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz with local musicians while sipping on cider and enjoying food.
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