Good morning, State College.

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center in Petersburg reopened for public access on Tuesday, June 2 following a monthslong parking improvement project (expanded parking from 70 to over 150 spaces, added accessible spots and EV charging stations) and upgraded stormwater management; minor finishing work will continue, so visitors should follow posted signage.

Meeghan Hollis was named senior director of Residence Life at Penn State on June 1.

She brings over 23 years of experience and now leads residential programs for more than 20,000 students across 12 campuses.

A public report released May 30 shows Penn State’s top five paid employees for fiscal year ending June 30 are led by former football coach James Franklin at $8.57 million.

The disclosure lists Stephen Massini, Mike Rhoades, former offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, and Athletic Director Patrick Kraft.

Rising senior Lindsay Luczak from Penn State built her career over summer break by interning with the football program + Intercollegiate Athletics while studying abroad in Barcelona.

She is gaining valuable sports media experience as she prepares for graduation.

On Monday, the State College Area School Board adopted the 2026-27 budget that includes a 1.85 mills real estate tax increase effective July 1 — adding $4.6 million in revenue.

It also approved homestead value adjustments and rebates to lower bills for eligible owners.

Professor Harry Allcock and his wife Noreen donated $250,000 to create a research fund that will support chemistry undergraduates with internships in industry & government at Penn State.

The College of the Liberal Arts approved a plan to reunify African American Studies and the African Studies Program into the new Department of Africana Studies — it takes effect July 1 and will be completed in about two years under faculty guidance.

Penn State’s pilot recycling program diverted nearly 8,700 pounds of waste and avoided 3.8 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in its first two years; it recycled 569 mattress toppers in 2026 to reduce landfill use.

Centre County boards authorized a flexible loan up to $10 million to support the $8 million Public Safety Training Center expansion at 391 N.

Harrison Rd, Pleasant Gap — the project, a partnership with Central Pennsylvania Institute for Science and Technology, will update training facilities by the end of 2027.

Property and business owners in downtown State College can soon apply for grants to upgrade building facades under an $80K program; projects must supply a matching dollar and qualify within the improvement district — applications will be reviewed competitively.

Former Nevada guard Skylar Durley signed with Penn State women's basketball on Monday, June 1 after earning Mountain West Freshman of the Year, and coach Tanisha Wright said the transfer strengthens the Lady Lions with proven leadership.

State College boys lacrosse, led by coach Tyler Kaluza, staged a comeback today to beat Pine-Richland 9-8 at home, erasing a 2-0 deficit with a five-goal run in the second half as junior Trey Combs scored three times.

Pine-Richland’s girls lacrosse team advanced to the quarterfinal after beating State College 12-9 on Tuesday.

Key players Cate Gentile (7 goals) and Claire Mill (hat trick) helped the Rams turn a 3-0 deficit into a winning run.

Former Penn State women's soccer goalkeeper Amanda Poorbaugh won TST 2026 Women’s Golden Glove (she also clinched a $5,000 Keeper Wars prize) on Monday night in Cary, North Carolina, though her team Simply Fútbol FC lost 2-1 to the Iowa Demon Hawks.

Marisa Anderson Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Manny’s Live Performance Space — $20 — Experience a unique blend of blues, country, and abstract sounds from one of the most distinctive guitar players of her generation.

Arena Open Line Dance

7-10 p.m. — Arena Bar & Grill — $5 cash cover — Enjoy an evening of open requests line dancing for all levels with a fun Pink Pony Club theme!

GITKIN Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting hybrid styles of Gitkin, the alter ego of Grammy-nominated producer Brian J.

TOBYMAC Summer Tour 2026

7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Check official site for ticket prices — Experience the explosive energy of TOBYMAC's hit-filled summer tour across 8 cities.

Trenton Thunder vs. State College Spikes

3:30 AM — Medlar Field at Lubrano Park — Tickets from $33 — Catch the excitement as the Trenton Thunder take on the State College Spikes in this can't-miss live baseball experience.

Sips & Sounds Food and Drink Festival

4-9 p.m. — Sidney Friedman Park — Food and drink festival featuring local music and drinks — Celebrate summer with cold beverages and lively performances in State College!

Anna Pearl Belinda Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Titan Hollow — Free entry — Celebrate the weekend of the 4th with local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl Belinda performing live.