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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Penn Staters can now register for We Are Weekend, a two-day celebration on June 20-21 at University Park campus hosted by the Penn State Alumni Association. The event will feature a summer solstice party, a silent disco, pickleball tournaments and a ceremony to induct the Class of 1975 as Penn State Pioneers, and early registration is encouraged since some sessions have reached capacity. Penn State
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Centre County District Attorney Bernie Cantorna confirmed that at least 12 international Penn State students on student visas had their visas revoked after being cited for retail theft and have (15 days) to leave the country. The office is reviewing how federal authorities learned of their statuses as further actions are planned. ABC 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Christopher Kube, an engineering professor at Penn State, was picked to lead a team on a two-year, $1 million DARPA SURGE grant to build sensors that check for holes in metal 3D printed parts during printing — a method that aims to replace slower, after-the-fact inspections. His team will work with researchers at Argonne National Lab to test the sensors in a laser powder bed fusion printer at Penn State in late 2026. Penn State
- ➤ A special court hearing is scheduled this week for a Penn State Trustee, Barry Fenchak, who filed a lawsuit asking a judge to order his name be added to the Spring Trustee election ballot after a new nominating committee kept him off it. Trustee administrators said Fenchak did not consult with them before filing and denied that the committee is unlawful. ABC 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rachel Casciano, a Penn State alum, switched to track and field when head injuries ended her other sports and learned in the summer that she had cancer after her parents flagged a swelling on her cheek; she had her thyroid removed and received extra treatment to fight the disease. Today, she works with Lululemon to design running gear for women—her journey shows how running helped her feel normal and strong in hard times. Onward State
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On a cold, wet day in Central Pennsylvania, Penn State baseball fought back in the late innings to beat USC 3-1—improving its season record to 22-10. The team will host Game 2 today at 5:30 p.m.—fans anticipate another strong pitching duel. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State’s men’s hockey player Aiden Fink, a second-year player, was named to the ACHA/CCM Second Team West at the Hobey Baker Ceremony on April 11th and broke school records for points, assists, points per game and power play goals while tying the record for most goals in a season. He finished with 53 points—23 goals and 30 assists. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Former Penn State players are now starting spring practice at their new schools as they learn new systems—10 scholarship players have already transferred and more moves may happen when the portal reopens April 16. Players such as Beau Pribula at Missouri and Trey Wallace at Ole Miss are among those hoping to earn starting roles this season. Onward State
- ➤ After a playoff loss to Notre Dame in the semifinals, running back Nick Singleton announced on January 19th that he will return for his final season at Penn State. He said new coach Stan Drayton—hired from Temple—brings valuable experience as several teammates also plan to return. Onward State
- ➤ On Friday morning, Penn State football offensive lineman JB Nelson was removed from the program’s roster — he had announced he would return in January and later deleted his post. Onward State
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Mosaic Workshops in State College, PA
6 p.m. — Holmes-Foster Park — Free entry — Unleash your creativity at these engaging mosaic workshops in a peaceful neighborhood.
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Marty Stuart Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — $66-$72 — Experience a cosmic country journey with Grammy winner Marty Stuart as he explores new musical horizons.
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The Machine Performs Pink Floyd
N/A — Freeman Auditorium — N/A — Experience a tribute to the iconic music of Pink Floyd by The Machine with passionate performances and immersive stage displays.
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Amy Winehouse Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $15+ — Celebrate the unforgettable music of Amy Winehouse with a full revival of her Grammy Award-winning album.
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The Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run
11:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Beaver Stadium — Check event page for costs — Participate in a community-focused run supporting Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
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The Steel Wheels Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a fusion of tradition and innovation with The Steel Wheels' captivating Americana sound.
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Ashley Cooke Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost Info TBD — Experience heartfelt storytelling through the music of rising country artist Ashley Cooke.
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