Saturday, January 25th, 2025

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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Red Roost Diner, a new family-owned establishment, is set to open in the Bellefonte area, offering homestyle meals and continuing some favorites from its predecessor Mr. Hot Dog. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Matthew W. Schuyler and his wife, Anne, donated $5 million to Penn State for the Beaver Stadium Revitalization project, resulting in the naming of the Schuyler Family Club. Penn State
- ➤ The 19th annual Penn State Powwow, a celebrated event featuring American Indian culture, invites volunteers to an orientation meeting on Feb. 8 for its upcoming gathering on March 29-30. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State University is offering a series of virtual Research Readiness Workshops for undergraduate students to enhance their research skills, with participants completing at least five sessions receiving a certificate. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tao Zhou receives a $660,000 NSF CAREER Award to develop injectable hydrogel electrodes for spinal cord injury treatment, aiming to improve therapeutic outcomes and quality of life for patients. Penn State
- ➤ Yaryna Andrushko's research at Penn State reveals that community engagement and support significantly contribute to resilience in displaced individuals. Penn State
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ Penn State researchers, led by Professor Parisa Shokouhi, have enhanced an AI method for predicting laboratory earthquakes, potentially advancing the prediction of natural earthquakes in the future. Penn State
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State's men's hockey team staged a comeback to defeat Ohio State in a thrilling game, overcoming a three-goal deficit and winning in a shootout for a crucial second point. Daily Collegian
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First Annual FBLA Pickleball Tournament: Lobbing For Leadership
The State College Area High School's FBLA chapter is hosting a fundraising pickleball tournament featuring a silent auction and various awards at Nittany Valley Sports Centre.
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CatVideoFest – Encore Screening in State College
Experience a unique cat video festival featuring a compilation of beloved cat videos while supporting local animal rescue efforts.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Performance at Boal City Brewing
Local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl will perform live at Boal City Brewing, offering an evening of music and celebration.
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Nittany Valley Symphony Family Concert
The Nittany Valley Symphony will present a free family concert featuring classical pieces, designed to be accessible for younger audiences, at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
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