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Ithaca
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Recent $3 billion private investments have spurred dairy processors to seek more workers—entry-level positions offer $22-23 an hour with full benefits and retirement plans. Cornell is providing extension trainings and bootcamps to help job seekers break into the dairy industry—aiming to meet the increased demand for skilled labor. Cornell Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cornell Cinema in Willard Straight Hall will show a documentary about Nobel Laureate Phil Sharp on Oct. 27 at 6 p.m. The film—sponsored by the Cornell Institute of Biotechnology—explores Sharp’s 1977 RNA splicing discovery and its impact on biotechnology. Cornell Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cheng Chen joined Ithaca College as a new assistant professor in the Department of Art, Art History and Architecture—he teaches Architecture Across Cultures and will complete his doctorate in December. He plans to enrich his classes with a multicultural approach and a passion for the outdoors. The Ithacan
- ➤ On Oct. 10, Ithaca College celebrated the silver anniversary of its Bachelor of Arts in Writing in the Business School Upper Atrium — marking 25 years of the program — as current and retired faculty gathered to reflect on its 53-year history — a legacy that began with six part-time teachers. Founding member Barbara Adams and professor Jacob White discussed how the department evolved into a comprehensive program that now equips students with diverse writing skills. The Ithacan
- ➤ Neuroscientist Azahara Oliva was named a Packard Fellow and got $875,000 for five years to test new ideas for her research—she is one of 20 early-career scientists chosen to help solve tough problems. Her work studies how brain states help animals move and think. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Cornell Food Connections—a Cornell-led program—teaches New York food educators and producers to meet modern food safety standards and develop new products. It began with workshops in May and October and will hold its final session Oct 27–28 while more sessions are planned for 2026. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Cornell physicists and computer scientists have developed a new machine learning architecture called QuAN—using quantum snapshots as tokens to study complex interactions among particles and reduce noise in experimental data. The work was described in Science Advances on Oct. 10 and may help advance quantum computing research. Cornell Chronicle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York’s 2025 fall foliage report shows most areas in the Southern Tier are either at or nearing peak fall colors by Oct. 21. In Tompkins County, Ithaca and Trumansburg have reached peak hues—observers report a bright mix of orange and red leaves. Ithaca Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tonight, temperatures will dip below freezing—Tompkins County has activated Code Blue protocols to assist anyone needing shelter; residents should visit or call the Department of Social Services in Ithaca before 4:30 p.m. and use non-emergency dispatch after that time. 607 News Now
- ➤ Residents at Ithaca Town Hall last week opposed NYSEG’s plan to raise electricity delivery rates by 35% and natural gas rates by nearly 40% and to close its Dryden Road office—many feel that rising bills and poor service have hurt families and fixed-income customers. The Public Service Commission will hold two virtual hearings on Oct.21, and comments must be submitted by Oct.17. The Ithaca Voice
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Host Johnny Lisi — from the How IC Sports podcast — interviewed senior Bryson Shaull on October 15 to discuss Ithaca’s men’s soccer team dynamics. Their conversation covered key issues the team faces as it readies for upcoming competitions. The Ithacan
- ➤ First-year student Raya Mount from Trumansburg joined the Ithaca College cross-country team after her high school coach recommended the change from basketball and soccer — she quickly adjusted her training under coach Erin Dinan and has shown promise as she builds her endurance. Her progress highlights the team's commitment to developing athletes with untapped potential. The Ithacan
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Cornell Big Red Football vs Bucknell Bison
12-3 AM — Schoellkopf Field — Tickets available — Watch Cornell take on Bucknell in an exciting college football matchup.
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Dizgo Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Deep Dive — $14 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience Dizgo’s cosmic sound with a blend of jamtronica, funk, and psychedelic rock.
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August Moon Spa's 20th Anniversary
Join us for an evening of community, connection, and celebration at August Moon Spa and La Tourelle. Enjoy live music, light fare and drinks.
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Community Line Dance Lesson
7-9 p.m. — Foundation of Light — Free entry — Get ready to groove with a fun line dancing lesson for all ages in Ithaca.
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Haunted History Tour in Downtown Ithaca
6-7 p.m. — The History Center in Tompkins County — $20 per person — Explore the city's ghosts and haunted landmarks during this intriguing guided tour.
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The Weight of Ants
2 PM – 4 PM — The Cherry Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the English-language premiere of a heartfelt comedy exploring the lives of two teens.
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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, blues, and originals while sipping on local cider.
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Princeton vs. Cornell Football Match
1:00–11:59 p.m. — Schoellkopf Field — Tickets start at $62 — Experience an exciting college football showdown with the Princeton Tigers facing off against the Cornell Big Red.
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Shadows Dance Troupe Fall Step Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Witness the artistry of Cornell University's largest dance collective showcasing their fall semester performances.
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The Crane Wives Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience the energetic sounds of The Crane Wives as they fuse indie folk with rock and roll.
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