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Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ State College leaders and business owners plan to update a downtown vision that builds on pop-up parks and retail projects. The town will work together soon to improve spaces for more dining and walkable paths — ensuring a lively atmosphere for residents and visitors. StateCollege.com
- ➤ The Penns Valley Conservation Association will host Frogfest 2026, a free family event on Saturday, May 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Muddy Paws Marsh (4158 Penns Valley Rd) featuring interactive stations on frogs, wetlands, and native plants. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Local advocacy groups and tenants urge officials to preserve Addison Court, a downtown low-income senior housing facility, as redevelopment talks with PrimeCore continue; community members warn that relocating to costlier alternatives may force vulnerable residents to leave. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Boalsburg held its 162nd Memorial Day ceremony Monday, May 25, honoring fallen service members; community members remembered the holiday's founding (three local women once decorated Civil War graves) as part of a weekend of local commemorations. StateCollege.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 24, quick thinking by residents helped limit an attic fire on South Allen Street as Alpha and Boalsburg Fire Companies swiftly controlled the blaze (no injuries were reported). StateCollege.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nittany Antique Machinery Association Spring Show & Consignment Sale will run from Thursday, May 28 to Sunday, May 31 at Penns Cave and Wildlife Park in Centre Hall. The event will include tractor pulls, equipment demonstrations, a flea market, and a consignment sale on Saturday. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State named Jonathan Wolf as its 2026 Philanthropist of the Year. His 2025 gift increased support for addiction training by funding scholarships, internships, faculty positions and workshops at the College of Education. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State students celebrated last month's 2026 Ag Springboard competition when the Kumbu Connect team won first prize and a $7,500 award for its digital platform connecting agricultural organizations, while Pavement Pastures received $2,500 for its urban hydroponic project in State College. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Division II outfielder Shanley Wall, who hit .364 over four seasons at East Stroudsburg, announced Sunday he is transferring to Penn State baseball—he retains one year of eligibility. Onward State
- ➤ Terry Smith, a Gateway High School coach (former interim head at Penn State) was inducted into the Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame on May 24 at Cumberland Valley High School Performing Arts Center, and he thanked football and his school for making his dream come true. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State will open its season on Sept. 5 against Marshall as heavy favorites under new head coach Matt Campbell, with DraftKings Sportsbook setting the spread at 23.5 points. The teams have not met since 1930, marking a historic renewal for the Nittany Lions. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State baseball pitcher Mason Butash announced he entered the transfer portal on Monday via X, meaning he will seek a new team next season. He recorded a 7.77 ERA over 14 appearances and has one year of eligibility remaining + joins other Nittany Lions making the same move. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State track and field has 32 entries in the NCAA East First Round, where athletes will compete against the region's top competitors from Wednesday to Saturday to secure tickets to next month’s NCAA Championships — events span sprints, distance races, jumps, and throws. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Matthew VanOstenbridge (a left-handed reliever from Sinking Spring) announced May 25 he entered the transfer portal after posting a 9 ERA in limited innings this season; he hopes a new school will offer a fresh start next season. Daily Collegian
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