Good morning, State College.

Penn State will close seven Commonwealth campuses by 2027 because fewer students and rising costs have forced it to reallocate funds—its 2025-26 budget shifts nearly $90 million amid these changes.

The move mirrors a national trend as other land-grant universities cut regional campuses due to lower state funding and growing expenses.

The Department of Homeland Security removed a list that wrongly included Centre County and State College as a sanctuary jurisdiction — local officials said they have no such policy.

Neither the borough nor the county received a formal notification about non-compliance with federal immigration enforcement.

Penn State men’s lacrosse ended its season with an 11 to 9 loss to Cornell in the NCAA Final Four and finished with a 12 to 5 overall record and a 3 to 2 conference mark at Panzer Stadium.

Photographers captured key moments during the season—documenting aggressive play that included 412 shots and 209 goals.

Jackson Smith committed to Penn State men’s hockey on Sunday and became the third-highest rated defenseman on Central Scouting’s North American list; he recorded five goals + two assists in his last ten games and is predicted to be a first-round NHL draft pick.

Today, 96 high school teams start the PIAA softball tournament as seven Mid-Penn teams and two Tri-Valley teams compete in six brackets at venues from Boyertown High School to FDR Park — all leading to title games next week.

The State College Area Roller Derby league is charging forward with a program that welcomes everyone and offers support through its Betty Fund—organizing community events and planning a winter home bout in State College while competing in a tournament on Friday, June 6 in Scranton.

Many Penn State men’s soccer players have done well in pro soccer — Femi Awodesu scored his first MLS goal for Houston Dynamo 2 and Pierre Reedy played for Spokane Velocity.

Other former Nittany Lions signed with teams like Hartford Athletic, Charleston Battery, New England Revolution II, Charlotte FC and FC Cincinnati 2 — showing their ongoing impact in the sport.

Five Penn State wrestling affiliates earned spots on the U20 national team at the team trials in Geneva, Ohio—these athletes will represent the United States at the world championships in Bulgaria from August 18-24.

Boalsburg Wine Walk

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — All items available for purchase — Sample local wines, ciders, beers, and enjoy live music and food trucks.

Teen Mental Health Book Signing

1-2 p.m. — Barnes & Noble — Free entry — Explore new insights on teen mental health during a special book signing event.

Steep Canyon Rangers Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of traditional bluegrass with a contemporary twist from award-winning songwriters.

Happy Valley Puzzle Swap

1-2 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Exchange gently used jigsaw puzzles in a community-friendly environment.

Open Gym

Beat the evening heat and have the kids burn off some energy at CEG's Summer Tuesday night Open Gyms! Open for ages 1–18, but please note that ages 1–5 require a parent or guardian to stay with them. 6:15pm–7:30pm at Centre Elite Gymnastics, 177 Champion Drive, Suite 200, State College, PA 16803. $5/members, $10/non-members.

Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival

June 25-29 — Centre County Grange Fair — Ticketed event — Enjoy performances from 19 Bluegrass bands including Grand Ole Opry star Rhonda Vincent.

Sips & Sounds Downtown Celebration

4:00 – 8:45 p.m. — Sidney Friedman Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant summer celebration with live music and refreshing beverages in downtown State College.

Langhorne Slim Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the powerful and raw sounds of acclaimed singer-songwriter Langhorne Slim.