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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca police arrested 20-year-old Nazir Chisolm in Maryville on Friday for a June 12 stabbing on West Green Street—he is charged with attempted murder and is held in Tompkins County Jail pending further proceedings. The Ithaca Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The History Center will launch a treasure hunt on Sept. 6 that challenges teams to solve local history puzzles to find $10,000 in jewels donated by Micky Roof. The event will help cover a budget gap and charge a $100 fee per team while only two people know the jewels' exact location — teams must complete all puzzles to claim the prize. The Ithaca Voice
- ➤ Observatories and dark sky parks in the Southern Tier offer public stargazing in Upstate New York with events running this fall. Kopernik Observatory in Vestal and Fuertes Observatory in Ithaca will let visitors view Saturn’s shadow transits every 16 days from Aug 16 until Oct 6—check weather and event times for details. Ithaca Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cornell scientists studied plant cell walls in Arabidopsis to learn how to grow biodegradable materials that could be used in future products. The study, published Aug. 14 in Nature Communications, showed that the connections in cell walls play a key role—researchers hope this work will lead to sustainable plant-based innovations. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Sam Tanenhaus has been named the Zubrow Distinguished Visiting Journalist at Cornell for fall. He will hold a master class on op-ed writing and meet with students and faculty — sharing his experience as a New York Times editor — to offer insights into modern history and narrative writing. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Cornell announced budget cuts across its Ithaca campus and others due to high legal costs, rising wages, and less government funding. The university will restrict new hires indefinitely—while it completes an analysis this fall—and plans phased operational changes later this year and into 2026. 607 News Now
- ➤ Cornell Tech researchers developed a login system called CSAL — a privacy-first tool that detects hacks without sharing device details. The system was presented on Aug. 15 in Seattle and has helped at-risk users like journalists verify their account access to avoid dangerous cyberattacks. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City staff and the Sustainability and Climate Justice Commission are inviting local residents to share input on Ithaca’s Green New Deal Climate Action Plan—feedback will be gathered through public surveys and a drop-in session. The drop-in event will be held Thursday, August 28th, 5:30—7:30 at the Borg Warner Room of the Public Library for residents to ask questions and offer suggestions. City of Ithaca
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell women’s soccer began its season with a 0-0 tie against Boston College on Friday and a 2-1 win over Colgate on Sunday. In other sports, Buffalo won its preseason game 23-19 on Saturday while the Yankees defeated the Red Sox 7-2 on Sunday and will face the Nationals tonight at 7:05 p.m.—the Mets lost 4-3 to the Braves and the Syracuse Mets fell 12-9 to Indianapolis. 607 News Now
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Kajuneji Live at South Hill Cider
6 PM – 12 AM — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Kajuneji with a unique blend of world music and funk every Thursday night.
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AIDS Ride for Life
6 AM — Cass Park — Registration Required — Celebrate community spirit while cycling through beautiful routes to support a great cause.
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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 delicious ciders.
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Selling Local Foods to St. Lawrence Health
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cornell University — Cost info not specified — Connect local farmers and food producers with healthcare providers interested in local produce.
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2025 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo
All day — Ithaca Tompkins International Airport — Free entry — Celebrate aviation and community preparedness with fun activities and exhibits.
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X Ambassadors Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of X Ambassadors on their North American tour.
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X Ambassadors Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets from $58 — Experience an electrifying evening with X Ambassadors at this iconic venue.
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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 uplifting vibes while sipping on local cider.
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Celtic Thunder: An Evening of Music
7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket information not specified — Experience the greatest songs of Celtic Thunder with a heartfelt reunion.
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