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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police chief John Gardner said that after law enforcement stopped an alleged mass shooting plot at State College Area High School planned for April 21—20-year-old Braeden Phillips was charged with conspiracy to commit murder and unlawful possession of a firearm—and officers continue to follow up on additional tips while safety measures remain in place for students. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brontë Hamilton, a Penn State Smeal alumna and vice president at TE Connectivity, was named to the Finance Advisory Board—she will join the board’s June 3 meeting in New York City to advise on financial strategy. Penn State
- ➤ Gary Abdullah, assistant dean for diversity & inclusion in the Bellisario College of Communications, will receive the 2025 Lion’s Paw Medal on April 26 at the annual Convocation Ceremony during Blue-White Weekend. He will be honored for more than 20 years of work supporting students at Penn State. Penn State
- ➤ Four Penn State undergraduates — Luc Schrauf, Elisabeth Groff, Zach Badinger and Megan von Abo — were named Goldwater Scholars for 2025-26 because of their strong academic records and research work. The award honors students who show promise as future leaders in natural sciences, math and engineering. Penn State
- ➤ The Materials Research Institute at Penn State announced the 2025 seed grants and Transdisciplinary Teaming Initiative awards to fund interdisciplinary research in materials sustainability, health care, and energy. The eight seed grant projects will receive up to $50,000 each while the teaming award offers up to $20,000—helping teams launch innovative studies. Penn State
- ➤ The Penn State Symphonic Band and Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform their final concert of the semester on Thursday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Eisenhower Auditorium, featuring modern and classical works with marimba soloist Eunice Sun and guest composer Michael Schelle attending—adding depth to the program. Penn State
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, Penn State men’s volleyball swept George Mason in two matches decided in 10 sets—each set saw close scores—and the win improved their record after a loss to Charleston at the end of March. The victory sets up their conference finale against Princeton next week. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State men’s basketball announced its first transfer portal signing as junior guard Josh Reed from Cincinnati joins the team — he averaged 4.8 points and 2.5 rebounds last season and played high school basketball at Pace Academy. 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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