Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chief John Gardner of the State College Police Department is retiring on Dec. 31 after 35 years of service, with a search for his successor to start soon. Daily Collegian
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Centre County, a man named Bruce Miller is facing charges for attempting to assault a homeless woman in a State College parking garage. ABC 23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Centre County's first Buffalo Wild Wings will open on March 17, 2025, at 134 S. Garner St. in State College, featuring a bar with 30 beers on tap and a seating capacity of 260. StateCollege.com
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State's hockey team rebounds from a challenging start by winning 9 of 12 games, aiming for a successful weekend against Notre Dame to enhance their NCAA Tournament berth prospects. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Mike Gambino, in his second year as head coach of Penn State baseball, aims to elevate the program further by building on the culture, accountability, and player development foundations set in his inaugural season. Daily Collegian
- ➤ The Nittany Lions secured a 16-4 victory over the Bison with a strong offensive performance and standout performances, including hat tricks from Elise Smigiel and Emma Kelly. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State's star running backs Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen are set to return for the 2025 season, offering a strong foundation for the team amid the search for a new running backs coach. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State's men's volleyball team, standing at 1-7, faces Saint Francis, who is 1-8, in back-to-back matches, aiming to leverage their home-court advantage and historical dominance against the Red Flash to improve their season. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State wrestling team held its No. 1 position in the NWCA rankings after defeating No. 19 Michigan and Maryland without conceding a takedown. Daily Collegian
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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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Tommy Castro Live at The State Theatre
Renowned electric blues artist Tommy Castro will perform live, showcasing his impassioned vocals and exceptional guitar skills, featuring tracks from his latest album 'Closer To The Bone'.
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Deadline for Master of Science in Nursing Applications at Penn State World Campus
The Master of Science in Nursing program at Penn State World Campus offers an online education focused on leadership in additive manufacturing technologies, with a deadline for applications on March 1, 2025.
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Landowner Liability Seminar for Forest Owners at the Forest Landowners Conference
Brook Duer will present on landowner liability as part of the Forest Health, Insect, and Disease Briefing & Forest Landowners Conference, which provides resources for forest management and stewardship.
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Micah Tyler Musical Performance
Award-winning songwriter Micah Tyler will perform at the Bryce Jordan Center, showcasing his inspirational music that honors God.
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