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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Alina Kim said K-HOUSE Karaoke Lounge closed effective immediately because ongoing building issues made the space unsafe—its team will host weekly karaoke nights downtown at Lot 10 on Friday at 9 p.m. as it plans to evolve into a community-centered space offering music lessons and band programs. 14850
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell University announced financial austerity measures this week to cut costs amid federal funding cuts and inflation— the plan involves a hiring freeze, program reviews, and possible involuntary layoffs for its 11,285 employees, with details yet to be confirmed. WSKG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tompkins Community Bank and Ithaca Bikeshare have partnered to expand pedal-assist e-bike access around town, helping more residents choose low-emission rides for work, school, and errands + boost health and cleaner air. 14850
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials said delays in the 2021 audit have come from outdated accounting methods and a short-staffed finance department, and Insero & Co. Partner Duane Shoen explained the firm is nearly finished after working off and on on the audit for three years. The delay led Moody’s to withdraw the city’s credit rating, and leaders plan to complete the remaining audits before issuing future bonds. The Ithaca Voice
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca restaurants offer many plant-based meals that go far beyond veggies and tofu — local diners can try vegan comfort foods and ethnic dishes at spots like Angelhearts Diner, Moosewood, Franco’s Pizzeria, MIX Kitchen & Bar, Thompson & Bleecker Pizza, Hawi Ethiopian Cuisine, Mama Said Hand Pies, and Via’s Cookies — giving fresh ways to enjoy local dining. 14850
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell alum Braden Birch celebrated the Florida Panthers' second straight Stanley Cup win on Tuesday while former Jets player CJ Mosley retired after a 10-season NFL career. The Yankees snapped a six-game skid with a 7-3 win over the Angels on Thursday and will play the Orioles tonight at 7:05 p.m.—the Mets and Binghamton Rumble Ponies also lost on Thursday. 607 News Now
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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 and local flavors at Ithaca's favorite cider spot.
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CFCU Summer Concert Series
5-8 p.m. — Bernie Milton Pavilion — Free entry — Weekly family-friendly concerts showcasing local and regional artists through the summer.
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Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Tompkins Chamber — Registration required — Explore the importance of feasibility studies in project planning with insights from a leading architecture and construction firm.
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Waitress: The Musical
July 10–19 — Hangar Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartwarming tale of a waitress and talented pie-baker.
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Vintage Clothing and Goods Market
12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Explore unique vintage finds while enjoying delicious cider and live music from DJ Dou.
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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 from local musicians while sipping on delicious cider and food.
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TIME RIDERS Live at the Finger Lakes Cider House
6-9 p.m. — Finger Lakes Cider House — $5 cover charge — Enjoy a night of rock music from the up-and-coming band, Time Riders.
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Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival - Sunday
7:59-10:59 PM — Trumansburg Fair Associates — Cost varies — Celebrate culture with world-renowned artists in a vibrant four-day music festival.
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