Good morning, State College.

EA Sports College Football 27 rates Penn State at No. 26 overall, with free safety Jeremiah Cooper scoring 91 and Beaver Stadium ranked third toughest for home games—this update comes as coach Matt Campbell prepares the Nittany Lions for fall contests.

Penn State wrestling’s Mitchell Mesenbrink has been nominated for Best College Athlete at the 2026 ESPYs, and daily fan voting is open through Wednesday, July 15 (8:00 p.m. broadcast on ABC).

Gavin McKenna threw the first pitch at the Toronto Blue Jays game against the Texas Rangers Saturday.

The Penn State record-holder, drafted No. 1 by the Maple Leafs, will join the team for the 2026 to 27 season (his debut marks an exciting start to his career).

Penn State Wrestling faces new challenges as the NCAA ends redshirting, a rule that will alter lineup decisions for the 2026-27 season (athletes may need to prove their readiness in nondual events).

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.

The Fretliners Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with The Fretliners in a vibrant venue.

Central Pennsylvania Festival for the Arts

Jul 8-12 — Downtown State College Improvement District — Free entry — Celebrate art, music, and community at one of the nation's top-ranked art fairs.

Anna Pearl Belinda

5-6 p.m. — Willard Building — Free entry — Experience the soaring vocals and storytelling of local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl as she records her debut album.

Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Tussey Mountain Ski and Recreation — Free entry — Experience a captivating solo performance by Anna Pearl, a local singer-songwriter from State College.

Craig Finn & Patterson Hood Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of storytelling through music with acclaimed artists Craig Finn and Patterson Hood.