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Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Penn State Centre Stage will present Thornton Wilder’s 'Our Town' at the Playhouse Theatre from April 10 to April 18 in University Park. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m., with ticket prices at $27 and discounted rates for students available via the Centre Stage website & phone. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 25, QS released world university rankings by subject, showing that Penn State ranked in 49 of 55 disciplines in University Park. The university earned top 25 rankings in four areas (mineral and mining engineering, hospitality, petroleum engineering, and materials science) and top 50 in 15. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State Extension is hosting the Boosting Financial Wellness webinar series on April 22, April 29 and May 6 from 9-10 a.m. to help locals organize finances, connect money with healthy habits and improve money conversations; registration costs $10 and ends April 21. Penn State
- ➤ John Sanchez, a longtime Penn State faculty member + award-winning teacher who founded the Traditional American Indian Powwow, died on March 12; colleagues remember his passion for media ethics and community inclusion. Penn State
- ➤ The Social Science Research Institute’s Consortium on Substance Use and Addiction will host its seventh annual, free conference on Monday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub on the University Park campus; registration is required for participation (in-person or via Zoom). Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Penn State researchers have developed a portable smart bandage that tracks four biomarkers to detect wound infection and inflammation early, and it sends results wirelessly to a mobile app (using laser-induced graphene). Lab tests used an agar gel model to mimic real wound conditions. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State football practiced Thursday morning at Holuba Hall in Happy Valley, with players running drills and ball security exercises as coaches implemented a 9 a.m. start to boost performance. Coach Matt Campbell and safety Marcus Neal Jr. noted the session helped players get timely corrections. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Gavin McKenna turned a slow start into a record season by scoring 33 points in 18 games and earning multiple honors at Penn State, raising his impact on the team. He will head to Albany this weekend for the NCAA Regional matchup as he chases the school’s first national title. Onward State
- ➤ State College boys tennis won all five matches against Palmyra Thursday, with players posting dominant wins in both singles and doubles and handing Palmyra its second season loss. PennLive
- ➤ Coach Jeff Tambroni said today that Penn State lacrosse will face Ohio State soon, stressing quick, positive play after recent wins and last season's tough loss. He noted the offense has grown with support from players like Kyle, Liam and Jack despite Hunter Aquino’s absence. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State football quarterback Alex Manske will miss spring practice after an offseason procedure, giving freshmen more rep time. He transferred in January and played three games in 2025. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State men's volleyball will host No. 19 NJIT for a two-match series today and Saturday at Rec Hall (first match starts at 6 p.m. and the second at 3 p.m.). Daily Collegian
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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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Beginner Line Dancing Night
7-10 p.m. — Arena Bar & Grill — $5 — Learn and enjoy various line dances in a fun, interactive setting.
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Jeff Dunham's Artificial Intelligence Tour
7-10 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Tickets available — Get ready to laugh out loud with renowned comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
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Boyscott
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $14 — Enjoy a night of dreamy indie rock with surfy guitar hooks from Boyscott.
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