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Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Students for Justice in Palestine hosted an art event at Thomas Building on Friday, March 27 where students explored futurism as a tool for expressing hope during their Week of Action. The campus gathering featured film viewing, readings & interactive exercises that sparked new creative visions. Daily Collegian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State women's basketball French guard Tèa Clèante entered the transfer portal Saturday, ending her breakout freshman season that saw her score 24 of the team's 28 points and record strong defensive stats. She joins teammates Kiyomi McMiller and Maggie Mendelson following coach Tanisha Wright's hiring. Daily Collegian
- ➤ The Penn State women’s hockey team made its first Frozen Four appearance by fighting to overtime against the champions + marking a season of perseverance in an often empty Pegula Ice Arena. Community leaders urge fans to fill the arena next season to boost team spirit. StateCollege.com
- ➤ No. 9 Penn State men’s lacrosse defeated No. 6 Ohio State 13-6 in Columbus on Saturday at 4 p.m. during Week 2 of Big Ten play, improving PSU’s record to 6-3 overall and 2-0 in the conference with strong first-half play and key saves by goalie Preston Hawkins. Daily Collegian
- ➤ State College's baseball team won 8-6 on Saturday as Davontae Hardison hit a three-run homer and Lucas Bierly's RBI double pushed the Lions to a 7-3 lead in the bottom of the third; Cody Norman, Rowan Walker, and Skyler Crane each added a run while Albert Nova tallied two RBIs for Easton. PennLive
- ➤ State College's boys lacrosse team won the game at Penn State's Panzer Stadium on Saturday, defeating North Allegheny 9 to 6. Trey Combs scored four goals + three assists while Charlie Ladrido and Brod Downs also contributed. PennLive
- ➤ Gavin McKenna reflected on his Penn State season after the NCAA Tournament exit, noting a close bond with teammates & community as he prepares for the NHL Draft and promises to remain a Penn Stater for life. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State men's volleyball swept NJIT in back-to-back matches at Rec Hall on Friday and Saturday, relying on strong blocks + powerful serves to secure both wins. The team will travel to Charleston, West Virginia, for a two-match battle starting Friday at 7 p.m. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State softball earned a 7-6 win over Rutgers in Piscataway with key hits from Britton and Gradishar. The team will play in its series finale at 1 p.m. today, improving its record to 22-11. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State Football secured its first 2027 recruit—three-star cornerback Semajay Robinson—on Saturday. Robinson, who transferred to Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale, brings 6-foot-2.5 size and 190 lbs, boosting the Nittany Lions to 16th in the Big Ten and 61st overall. StateCollege.com
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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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