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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ferguson Township will host an Arbor Day celebration at Autumnwood Park on Saturday, Apr. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—with a tree planting ceremony and seedling giveaway, plus a playground design workshop where children and community members share ideas for a new inclusive play space. StateCollege.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Whiskey Barber Salon LLC is now open downtown, offering an elevated yet welcoming grooming experience. Owned by Tanya Campbell and funded through the Retail Launch Assistance Program (RLAP), the new shop adds a fresh face to the local business scene. Downtown State College
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nittany Valley Symphony will hold its 59th season finale, "Hearts on Fire," at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1 at Bellefonte Area High School. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $5 for students (order online or call 814-231-8224) and the program features pieces by Tchaikovsky, Böhme, and Sibelius. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 300 members of OLLI (the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) volunteered at University Park on April 14 to support lifelong learning while the event honored longtime volunteer Marian Fritzsche with the Barbara Lindenbaum Award and recognized Carol and Steve Gentry for their service. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State Campus Recreation earned national recognition for its Choose to Move program that engaged 9,007 participants during Healthy Campus Week on Sept. 17 — the award was given at the 2026 NIRSA IDEA World Annual Conference. Penn State
- ➤ Researchers at Penn State found that different Trichoderma fungus species boost tomato growth and affect soil bacteria at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center (a local test site), suggesting these fungi could offer an eco-friendly alternative to pesticides. Penn State
- ➤ The Student Farm Club will host its 12th annual plant sale on May 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Tyson greenhouses on Curtin Road (open to all) featuring a mix of vegetables, herbs, flowers and native plants while supporting the local food bank. Penn State
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Penn State researchers in University Park are mapping how microplastics move through Pennsylvania rivers and streams by collecting sediment samples from watersheds such as Conemaugh, French Creek, and Spring Creek; their study compares local data with readings from New York, New Jersey, and international sites to build a framework for understanding pollutant spread*. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman lacrosse star Rocquette Allen flipped her commitment from Syracuse to join coach Kayla Treanor at Penn State and impressed fans this season with 41 goals, 22 assists, and multiple Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors—focusing on daily improvement to help her team in all 17 games. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Former Penn State men's basketball guard Dominick Stewart is transferring to Richmond today (with two years eligibility remaining). The 6-5 sophomore averaged 6.6 points per game last season and earned 24 starts for the Nittany Lions. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State’s new defensive line coach Ikaika Malloe has rebuilt the team after losing key players by bringing in transfers and relying on veterans like Siale Taupaki and Keanu Williams. He said his work this spring has impressed him and the players will vie for starting roles at fall camp. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Penn State's first public spring practice replaces the usual scrimmage this weekend + multiple related events include a museum evening today, a Kids Combine Friday, a block party Saturday, and an apparel sale at Pegula Ice Arena. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State softball coach Clarisa Crowell said the team will adjust its lineup as it enters its final six regular season games (traveling to Illinois and then facing No. 4 Nebraska) to finish strong. Junior outfielder Frankee Flesher and freshman Breanna Hanik have stepped up in conference play. Daily Collegian
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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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Anna Pearl Belinda Live
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Titan Hollow — Tickets available — Celebrate Taurus Season with local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl Belinda performing original music.
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Lucy Kaplansky Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich folk sounds of New York City artist Lucy Kaplansky.
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PUULUUP with The Wild Shoats
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — $28 — Experience a unique blend of ancient sounds and modern flair as Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson showcase their musical journey.
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Natural Information Society Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the unique sounds of Natural Information Society, creating long-form compositions since 2010.
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2026 XL Fest All-Access Pass
5:59-7:29 p.m. — Blue Brick Theatre — $99 + fees — Experience 12 shows of hilarious improv magic at the Happy Valley XL Fest.
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