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Sunday, July 6th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WTAJ honored local resident Nicole Wertz as a hometown hero for her contributions to the community — her feature aired on June 30th. WTAJ
- ➤ The Downtown State College Improvement District will host Discovery Day on July 8 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Children’s Department—where children can make Hoop Gliders on a first-come, first-served basis with limited supplies and no registration required. Downtown State College
- ➤ A free movie for kids will be shown on July 8 at The State Theatre, featuring Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie—parking is not allowed in the Schlow Library lot during the screening—and no registration is needed. Downtown State College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Scott Conklin confirmed Saturday he will run for reelection in 2026 for the 77th District after a primary challenger emerged for next May's contest, saying his experience and leadership are needed. He noted that his offices in State College and Philipsburg will continue to serve the community as he seeks his 11th term. StateCollege.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three-star offensive tackle Marlen Bright committed on Saturday to join Penn State football's 2026 recruiting class, making him the fourth offensive tackle commit and a top player from DePaul Catholic in Wayne, New Jersey. He is ranked No.8 in his state and chose Penn State over Stanford + Illinois. Onward State
- ➤ Four-star defensive end Tyson Harley has committed to Penn State Football. The Gonzaga High School product (ranked second in the Washington D.C. area) chose the Nittany Lions over Maryland, Michigan State, and Rutgers after posting 30 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, and six sacks in six games. Onward State
- ➤ Two former Penn State men's lacrosse players, TJ Malone and Matt Traynor, were named to Team East rosters in the PLL All-Star Game held Saturday. Malone played in five games with 13 goals and 8 assists and is listed as injured while Traynor, a rookie starter, appeared in 13 games with seven goals and six assists. Onward 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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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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