State College
Today
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Penn State asked a Centre County judge to set temporary operating guidelines for Medlar Field at Lubrano Park amid a lease dispute with the State College Spikes over maintenance and rent issues. A judge conference (April 8) is scheduled to address the matter. StateCollege.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 3 Penn State women's ice hockey ended its season at the Frozen Four on March 20 at Pegula Ice Arena with a 4-3 overtime loss to Wisconsin. The Nittany Lions set an attendance record and Tessa Janecke reached 200 career points (a milestone during a 33-win campaign). Penn State
- ➤ Penn State wrestler Josh Barr clinched his first national title with a 6-3 win over Oklahoma State's Cody Merrill, finishing his season 24-0. The match in Cleveland marked a milestone for the Nittany Lion wrestling program. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State wrestler Mitchell Mesenbrink earned two national accolades at the 2026 NCAA Championships after winning his match against Iowa’s Mikey Caliendo (20 to 4) in 5:13. He closed the season 27 to 0 with three tech falls and major decisions. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Saturday morning, PJ Duke & Marcus Blaze wrestled in the consolation bracket at the NCAA Championships, with Duke earning a third-place finish via a 20-4 technical fall and Blaze finishing fourth as the Nittany Lions clinched their fifth straight team title with a 45-point lead over Oklahoma State. Onward State
- ➤ Levi Haines won a national championship at 174 pounds in Cleveland on Sunday, March 22 by defeating No. 2 Christopher Minto 2–1 and ended his Penn State career undefeated at two weight classes. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State Women's Hockey forward Tessa Janecke (the all-time leading scorer) was named CCM/AHCA First Team All-American on March 21 at the Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award ceremony; she became the first woman in the program to earn the honor. Onward State
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Better Than Ezra Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket limit: 10 per customer — Experience legendary rock music with Better Than Ezra's engaging performance.
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Crafts & Cocktails at The Rivet
This adults-only, station-based evening gives you a punch card to enjoy craft activities *and* craft cocktails and mocktails. Every ticket sold supports STEM and maker programs for our community, so get your ticket (3/25 or 5/6) and let's craft for a cause!
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Peppa Pig Live - My First Concert
6-7 p.m. — Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State — Ticket prices vary — Engage with Peppa Pig and family in a delightful introduction to orchestral music for young children.
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Bab L'Bluz Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the soulful blend of Franco-Moroccan music with Bab L'Bluz's captivating Gnawa beats.
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Maurice Louca 'Fera' Quartet Live
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — $22 GA / $12 Students — Experience the intricate and hypnotic sounds of Maurice Louca's Fera in a captivating live performance.
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Tauren Wells Concert
7-10 p.m. — C3 Sports — Tickets available — Experience the uplifting vibes of Tauren Wells on the Take It All Back Tour with special guests.
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Alex Harding and Lucian Ban Duo
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience a night of soulful blues with the talented duo Alex Harding and Lucian Ban.
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Anand Wilder Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Check local listings — Experience a night of eclectic sounds featuring Anand Wilder of Yeasayer alongside The After Hours and Eesha Jadhav.
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Earth and Arbor Day Fest
5-8 p.m. — Hintz Alumni Garden — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with live music, local food vendors, and engaging activities for all ages.
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~ Tony Robbins
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