State College
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Monday, January 26th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ DaBaby headlined a Welcome Back Concert at Bryce Jordan Center on Jan. 23, performing popular hits including “BOP” and “ROCKSTAR” and debuting his new single 'POP DAT THING' ahead of his album release on Jan. 30 (he joked for fans to lift their lights during the wait). Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State professors are exploring how to integrate AI into coursework while addressing academic integrity concerns. They plan to provide clearer guidelines and develop resources to help students learn safe, ethical AI use (a move designed to prepare them for work in a tech-driven future). Daily Collegian
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, with school canceled and a snowstorm underway, locals can enjoy sledding at spots like HUB Lawn, Shortlidge Rd, and Old Main near campus and downtown; some students also try creative setups at the parking lot of D.P. Dough + a car-towing option. Onward State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State women’s volleyball is auctioning match-day jerseys from last season starting at $85 to benefit THON. Bids close on Feb. 7, and junior Jocelyn Nathan will dance + honor her friend who beat Stage 4 cancer. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State’s men’s basketball team remains winless in Big Ten play as coach Mike Rhoades, known for rebuilding programs at previous schools, works to turn things around in Happy Valley. He says his tough past experiences have prepared him to build a competitive team over time. Onward State
- ➤ Today, Penn State men's basketball faces Ohio State in a primetime FS1 matchup at 7:00 p.m. in Columbus after a tough stretch with heavy snow & six straight losses, as the team hopes to benefit from increased ball control and key returning players. Daily Collegian
- ➤ After the Patriots' 10-7 win over the Broncos, two Penn State alumni head to the Bay Area on February 8 to compete in Super Bowl LX. They continue a legacy of almost constant Nittany Lion presence in the big game since 1967. Onward State
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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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Raphael Rogiński Plays John Coltrane and Langston Hughes
7-9:30 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $10 — Experience the unique sound of Poland's virtuoso guitarist in an intimate setting.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Live Music Performance
6-8 p.m. — 814 Cider Works - J.L. Farm & Cidery — Enjoy cider while listening to local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl perform.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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