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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers near Penn State’s Beaver Stadium finished setting up one of the state’s largest fireworks shows for today’s Fourth Fest, with a 32-minute display costing about $5000 a minute—planners say fiscal challenges mean next year’s celebration will be smaller despite drawing thousands each year. The community prepares to celebrate the nation’s birthday while facing a turning point for future events. ABC 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ OSHA responded to a construction accident at Mt. Nittany Medical Center in State College on June 27—federal inspectors began checking Alliance Exterior Construction Inc. on June 30 and have up to six months to complete the investigation while the hospital said its thoughts are with the injured worker and family. WTAJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ State College will host the 59th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts from July 9 through July 13 on downtown streets and Penn State's University Park campus, with events from a Children and Youth Day kickoff to a Grand Procession of papier-mâché puppets. Penn State Transportation Services announced road closures, parking adjustments, and a complimentary shuttle service—details including times and rates help visitors plan their trips. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jay Dyer joined the Penn State women's lacrosse staff as the assistant director of athletic performance on July 3rd. He spent 25 seasons as a strength coach at Johns Hopkins (and worked with U20 Team USA) and brings his experience to help the team in Happy Valley. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Ying-Ling Jao from the Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing was inducted as a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and will be formally recognized at the academy’s annual conference in Washington, D.C. from Oct 16th to 18th — the honor highlights her role in leading research and innovation in dementia care. Penn State
- ➤ State College professor Alexandra Staub released her book Architecture and Social Sustainability: Understanding the New Paradigm, which details how architects can design buildings that better serve everyone in the community. The book includes international case studies and is available online—thanks to a college grant—so that students, professionals and the public can access it for free. Penn State
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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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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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