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Monday, June 30th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from State College Area School District's Delta Program received the Pennsylvania Governor's Civic Engagement Award for the second year in a row after registering 85% of eligible students to vote. Student Bailey Greenland also earned the Poll Worker Award for helping staff a voting location during the May primary under teacher Lynda Hauman's guidance. StateCollege.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 27, Centre County Crisis Intervention Team held a graduation ceremony at Ferguson Township Municipal Building where 11 new trainees from local agencies completed a 40-hour training program—bringing the total graduates to 508 and making the State College Police Department the first to be 100% CIT-trained. StateCollege.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Right-handed pitcher Kyle Lazer transferred to Penn State baseball out of the transfer portal and became the fourth new addition joining Kyle Emmons, Ben Hudson and Michael Anderson—he had an 8—3 record at West Chester last season and has two years of eligibility remaining. Onward State
- ➤ West Chester right-handed pitcher Kyle Lazer announced on Instagram his transfer to Penn State baseball after finishing his redshirt junior season with 13 starts, an 8-3 record, 75 strikeouts, a 3.17 ERA in 71 innings, and four complete games—earning him PSAC Eastern Division second team All-League honors. The Havertown native now joins the Nittany Lions following a standout year. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Over 600 players competed in the Laurel Highlands Tap Billiards Tournament at the Pasquerilla Conference Center on June 29 where 80 teams from Bedford, Blair, Cambria and Somerset counties battled for a cash prize, the Morgan Cup and a spot in the national tournament in Sandusky (Ohio). Tournament founder Sam Rullo said the event boosted revenue for hotels and local businesses. WTAJ
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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.
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Killer Queen Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed tribute band Killer Queen as they bring the magic of Queen to life on stage.
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Firecracker 4K Independence Day Run/Walk
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Medlar Field — Registration fee required — Celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic run and enjoy festivities topped off with fireworks.
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Movies in the Garden: A Complete Unknown
8:30-10:30 p.m. — H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens — Adults $15, Children $10 — Enjoy an outdoor movie night featuring the biographical film about Bob Dylan starring Timothée Chalamet.
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Sam Grisman Project Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the revival of timeless acoustic music inspired by the legacies of Jerry Garcia and David Grisman.
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Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts 2025
6 AM – 1 PM — The Pennsylvania State University — Free entry — Celebrate the arts with over 300 artists, live performances, and community festivities.
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The Rocket Blasters Live
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Allen Street Pizza — No cover charge — Experience a mix of classic and modern Top-40 Rock hits spanning decades from The Beatles to Lady Gaga.
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Live Music: Anchor&Arrow Performance
6-9 p.m. — HiWay Pizza Pub — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy performances from Happy Valley’s FUNked-Up duo, combining soul, funk, rock, and jazz.
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Albert Cummings Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying blues of renowned guitarist Albert Cummings.
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All About the Importers
6:00 PM — Allen Street Grill — $31 to $50 — Explore the art of importing flavors from the world’s best food and drink to local establishments.
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Boalsburg Farmers Market
2-6 p.m. — Pennsylvania Military Museum — Free entry — Explore fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local specialties every Tuesday afternoon.
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