Monday, November 24th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On November 21, Ashley Cake announced that The Watershed and The Downstairs will close permanently next month due to local affordability issues and a declining nightlife scene; their final day will be December 23. 607 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 15, Ithaca College band awdam held a house show to debut their EP 'You Win!' as a phone display lit up at 12 a.m. on Nov. 16—recorded live at Hidden Fortress Studio in Philadelphia in August, the event marked a milestone for the band including juniors Alex Siegelson, Dan Boush, Wade Messier and Sam Nejberger. The Ithacan
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On November 19, Senator Lea Webb presented the Hammerstone School with the NYS Senate Empire Award for empowering women and non-binary individuals in carpentry. The school—founded in 2013—offers courses from basic carpentry to advanced projects like tiny houses and interior detailing. 607 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The final fall Guthrie Athlete of the Week nominees from Tioga, Ithaca, Owego, Chenango Forks, Union-Endicott, Waverly — and Whitney Point were announced and online voting is open until noon on November 27. Seven athletes earned nominations from standout performances in football, cross country, swimming and field hockey while winter voting will resume in December. Ithaca Journal
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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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An Evening with Evan Horne
8-10 p.m. — Kitchen Theatre Company — $20 — Experience the immersive sounds of cinematic-folk artist Evan Horne in an intimate setting.
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