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Monday, April 14th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Uptown Cheapskate will open at its new location at 522 E. College Ave. on May 1 after closing its current store at 176 Rolling Ridge Drive on April 21 and holding a moving sale with 20% off on April 16–17 and 30% off on April 18–19. Renovations are on track at the Barcroft building and a grand re-opening celebration is planned for May 1—4. Onward State
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State College Area High School will have enhanced security today after police arrested a 20-year-old man from Milroy on charges of conspiracy to commit murder and unlawful firearm possession—authorities said he planned an attack on the school later this month and increased police presence and metal detectors will secure the campus with no active threat identified. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alpha Phi Sigma returns to Penn State after nearly 20 years and will be recognized as a student organization by the end of the semester to give criminology and related field students a space for networking and scholarships — the university is covering the fees. Daily Collegian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On a sunny Sunday at Beard Field, the Penn State softball team lost the series finale to No. 23 Ohio State 14—11 before a packed crowd. The Nittany Lions will face Pittsburgh at 5:30 p.m. today as they continue their homestand. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State baseball lost the rubber game against USC 11—6 as errors and timely hits by USC turned an early lead into a series defeat— the Nittany Lions remain seventh in the Big Ten. The team will host Delaware on Tuesday night at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park for Dollar Dog Night at 5:30 p.m. Onward State
- ➤ On Sunday, Penn State shortstop Ryan Weingartner nearly hit a grand slam as the leadoff hitter before delivering a grand slam in the 11 to 6 loss to USC. He finished 2-for-3 with two walks (his grand slam was his seventh home run of the season). Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State Softball lost two out of three weekend games — scoring a total of 24 runs — to No. 22 Ohio State at home. The team will try to bounce back in upcoming Big Ten contests. Onward State
- ➤ On Sunday, Penn State women's lacrosse beat USC 16-8 in a senior day match honoring eight seniors and three team managers. The win improved their season record to 7-7 and conference record to 5-2 as they prepare to face Johns Hopkins at 6 p.m. on Wednesday in Baltimore. Daily Collegian
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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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Crafts & Cocktails: Garden Party
Head to Discovery Space and The Rivet for an adults-only evening of sipping, socializing, and crafting! Registration includes a punch card for 3 activities including DIY garden-inspired crafts and seasonal drinks from Happy Valley Nomadic Spirits and The Dead Canary. 🌼 Pollinator Seed Bombs 🌱 Garden ID Tags 🎨 Watercolor Florals with @kaleidoscope_pa 🪴 Newspaper Herb Pots with @resiliencyfarm 🍸 Cocktails & Mocktails with @hvnomadicspirits This Garden Party kicks off Day 1 of Centre Gives (May 14)—and it's a great way to give back and support our mission. Show us your donation to Discovery Space & The Rivet for a FREE bonus craft punch! 👒 Dress in your garden party best and let’s toast to spring, community, and creativity.
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