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Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneurship at Cornell hosted its 50th Startup Cornell podcast episode recorded live at Cornell Tech during the Eclectic Convergence Conference on Oct. 31st — speakers including Javed Singha and Chris Kirby offered advice for new founders. Cornell Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Award-winning vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant will perform at Bailey Hall at Cornell on Dec 5 at 7:30 p.m. for the Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series—she is a MacArthur Fellow and three-time Grammy winner celebrated for her rich jazz interpretations. Cornell Chronicle
- ➤ Ithaca’s First Baptist Church received a Sacred Sites Grant to restore its historic stained glass windows and now hosts more than 4,300 community members a year. Local preservationists say that keeping these sacred sites active — through community events and public involvement — is key to preserving our living history. The Ithacan
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State gas prices in New York rose for the second week, reaching an average of $3.04 per gallon on Monday, up from $3.00 last week (U.S. Energy Information Administration) and were about 0.7% lower than the national average of $3.06. Ithaca Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ithaca City School District is trying to keep teachers as Superintendent Dr. Luvelle Brown said a tentative contract reached on Oct. 30 offers salary adjustments — the teachers union will review the proposal over Thanksgiving break and vote in December. This plan aims to make teaching jobs more competitive amid a troubling trend in teacher retention. 607 News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Farmers’ Almanac announced that its final edition will be in 2026, ending over 200 years of weather predictions and stopping digital access after December 2025—rising costs led to this decision. Its last winter forecast shows a warmer, drier season in parts of the Hudson Valley and Adirondacks while central areas like Ithaca are expected to be colder with lighter snow. Ithaca Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After an offseason of recruiting, the Ithaca College women’s wrestling team began its inaugural season with a home meet on November 12 where seniors and first-year wrestlers showed promise—head coach Ryan Ciotoli said the team will compete tomorrow at the Millersville Women’s Open at 10 a.m. to build experience and confidence. The Ithacan
- ➤ Friday's playoff edition of Twin Tiers Football showed highlights and scores from the gridiron, brought by Simmons Rockwell Ford—giving fans a clear review of the game's key moments. WENY
- ➤ The Ithaca College men’s wrestling team is working hard to win its first national team title since 1994 under coach Marty Nichols—recently inducted into the Hall of Fame—with strong help from All-American wrestlers Isaias Torres and Xavier Pommells. They will wrestle today at 10 a.m. at the 'Shorty' Hitchcock Classic at Millersville University as they seek to turn close losses into wins. The Ithacan
- ➤ Ithaca College football team returns home today for the 66th annual Cortaca Jug as they face the SUNY Cortland Red Dragons at Butterfield Stadium with a two-game winning streak; they need a win to reclaim the Liberty League title and secure an NCAA Division III bid — the game begins at 12 p.m. The Ithacan
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Trombone Shorty Concert
7-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of Trombone Shorty, a New Orleans legend in the jazz scene.
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AG, Food and Environmental Systems In-Service
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Cornell University — Check Official Website for entry fees — Engage with experts on sustainable agricultural practices and innovative food systems.
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Absolute Queen - A Tribute to Queen
8-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available online — Rock out to the legendary hits of Queen with Almost Queen.
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Pink Talking Fish Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience a unique fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish in one unforgettable concert.
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Jazz Social at the Regent Lounge
5:00-6:30 p.m. — The Statler Hotel at Cornell University — Free entry — Experience delightful performances from award-winning jazz ensembles in a charming lounge atmosphere.
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Macro Workshop with Anmol Bhandari
11:40 AM - 12:55 PM — Ives Hall — No entry fee — Explore macroeconomic theories and applications with a leading economist in an interactive workshop.
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Béla Fleck Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets required — Experience an evening of innovative music featuring Béla Fleck and his talented ensemble.
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The Wood Brothers Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience the soulful folk sounds of The Wood Brothers in the heart of Ithaca.
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A Very Merry Classic Christmas with Jessica Lynn
7:00-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive holiday concert featuring award-winning artist Jessica Lynn.
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