Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
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🚨 Crime
Ferguson Township police charged the Lambda Lambda chapter of Phi Beta Sigma with conspiracy to commit organizational hazing on Thursday after pledges said they were hit with paddles and punched at a Farmstead Lane house, and chapter dean Jacob D.
Francis (previously charged for physical and mental hazing) and president Jayson Archer (also charged) face a preliminary hearing on Aug. 13 and a pre-trial conference on Sept. 15.
🎭 Culture
The 59th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts has drawn thousands to downtown State College and campus since Wednesday, with live music, art booths, and food vendors keeping the crowd excited.
Volunteers like Rosalie Bailey and Celine Matthews are coordinating activities—while the Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition runs today until 4 p.m.
🏈 Sports
Three Penn State wrestlers won gold medals at the U20 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, on Saturday.
William Henckel, Connor Mirasola, and Cole Mirasola won all their matches by tech fall (combined score 91 to 0) and showed strong skill.
State College native Kevin Karstetter announced on July 11th on X that he committed to Penn State baseball after a decorated career that includes earning FCSAA Male Athlete of the Year at the State College of Florida and winning the D2 NCAA championship with Tampa.
Last season he hit .335 with five home runs and stole 19 bases while playing for Tampa—adding valuable experience to the team.
🎉 State College Events
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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.
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.
Albert Cummings Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying blues of renowned guitarist Albert Cummings.
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.
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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