State College
Today
Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Multiple groups offer line dancing classes across Centre County — Good Times in State College, Lion Country in Bellefonte and Family Country at the YMCA present beginner lessons and social fun with varied music. The events promote fitness and community connection. StateCollege.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Penn State defensive end Cortez Harris transferred to Virginia Tech on Sunday, saying he has four years of eligibility left. He played in two games for Penn State and becomes the latest of six players (recruited by James Franklin) to join Virginia Tech. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State has hired Savon Huggins as its running backs coach following his success at Boston College. He brings power-conference experience (having coached at UMass, Buffalo and with the Miami Dolphins) to improve the Nittany Lions' rushing attack. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Jeremiah Cooper, a defensive back from Iowa State, has transferred to join Penn State. He played four seasons, earned first-team All-Big 12 honors in 2023, and switched from safety to cornerback for 2025, marking a fresh start after a season-ending knee injury. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Two Penn State offensive linemen have chosen new transfer destinations, with Michael Troutman III committing to Virginia Tech and retaining four years of eligibility (redshirted this season) while J'Ven Williams now goes to UNC Charlotte after playing three games last season. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Former Penn State football running back Jabree Wallace-Coleman committed to transfer to South Carolina after preserving his redshirt during his one season with the Nittany Lions + he entered the transfer portal under Coach Matt Campbell’s introductory staff. Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State defensive tackle Kaleb Artis, who missed his redshirt junior season due to injury + finished with seven tackles in State College, announced his transfer to Temple on Sunday night and became the fourth Nittany Lion to join the Owls this offseason. Daily Collegian
- ➤ The Reckoning PSU club energizes local wrestling meets at Rec Hall by leading cheers, organizing giveaways, and engaging fans. President Kendyl Ramsay works to grow the club so new spectators learn that the six-minute matches offer plenty of fast-paced excitement (a unique campus tradition). Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State football tight end Andrew Olesh transferred to Oregon after he did not play in 2025. The Center Valley native (top-ranked in his class) will have four years of eligibility to compete at his new school. Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State football defensive end Mylachi Williams transferred to Virginia Tech after playing five games in 2025 following his redshirt year (he now has three years of eligibility and is the third defensive end to join the Hokies). Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State tight end Luke Reynolds — a junior in 2026 who played every game in his first two seasons — has transferred to Virginia Tech where he will join former head coach James Franklin and offensive coordinator Ty Howle. He is set to begin training with his new team soon. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State’s women’s basketball lost 92-76 to Illinois at Bryce Jordan Center on Sunday afternoon — the Lady Lions will meet Ohio State in Columbus on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State tight end Luke Reynolds transferred to Virginia Tech yesterday, retaining two years of eligibility (after key plays in crucial games). Reynolds, a top recruit, moved following a promising season at Penn State (including a game-changing fake punt run). Onward State
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UCLA Bruins vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Basketball
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting clash of two powerhouse college basketball teams.
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Skorts Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Ticket prices available — Enjoy live music featuring SKORTS and their catchy tunes.
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Anna Pearl Performance
6-8 p.m. — The Lodge at Tussey Mountain — Tickets available — Enjoy an intimate evening of music with local singer/songwriter Anna Pearl.
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Big Lazy Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $11.99 — Experience two decades of noir and twang music from New York's underground scene.
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Minnesota Golden Gophers at Penn State Nittany Lions Women's Basketball
6-9 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's basketball showdown between the Gophers and Nittany Lions.
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Jason Aldean Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Tickets available — Experience an inspiring night of country music with Jason Aldean and Nate Smith.
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Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Michigan State Spartans
1-10 p.m. — West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Nittany Lions as they take on the Spartans in a thrilling college football matchup.
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TWEN w/ Dogwood Tales and Euphoria Again
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Check out an emotional alt-country band from Virginia inspired by the Shenandoah Valley.
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He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
~ Friedrich Nietzsche
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