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Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ferguson Township man Larry J. Brickhouse, 51, was sentenced to 15 to 30 years in state prison on Friday by Judge Julia Rater after a grand jury investigation tied him to a high-level drug trafficking network that moved heroin, fentanyl and cocaine from New Jersey to the State College area — prosecutors said. StateCollege.com
- ➤ The Phi Beta Sigma Lambda Lambda chapter was charged with conspiracy organizational hazing after leaders reportedly physically punished and mentally abused pledges—pretrial hearings are scheduled for Aug. 13 and Sept. 15 as investigations continue. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Karston Chan, 22, of Montgomery County, was arraigned on charges of unlawful restraint, simple assault, and invasion of privacy after he reportedly struck, restrained, and recorded a woman during a sexual encounter in a University Park dorm room last fall (a preliminary hearing is set for Aug. 27), according to Penn State police. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Larry Brickhouse, a Centre County man aged 51, was sentenced on July 11 to 15-30 years in prison after a three-day trial for trafficking heroin, fentanyl and cocaine from New Jersey to State College+ he was part of a network led by the now-deceased Larry David. WTAJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new pitch proposes a Love Island spinoff set on campus that uses familiar local spots—like the Nittany Lion Shrine, HUB lawn gazebo, and Hideaway Speakeasy—as dramatic backdrops for challenges and recoupling moments. The plan names college host Katie Feeney to guide contestants while university president Neeli Bendapudi will host a twerk-off challenge that adds high stakes to the college twist on the hit show. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A computer science grad pledged a $1 million estate gift to the College of IST on July 14th to fund new academic programs, officials said. Penn State
- ➤ Penn State is creating a new Senior Vice Provost & Chief of Staff role to support incoming provost Fotis Sotiropoulos through strategic planning and campus coordination. Applicants must submit an eCV & letter of interest by September 5. Onward State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A record five Penn State baseball players were selected in the 2025 MLB Draft on July 14, tying the school record and setting a record for a 20-round draft. Junior outfielder Paxton Kling (selected by the Texas Rangers) and junior shortstop Ryan Weingartner (picked by the St. Louis Cardinals) are among the draftees. 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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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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Molly Tuttle Live in Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $30+ — Experience the award-winning talents of Molly Tuttle in an unforgettable evening of music.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
When you make peace with uncertainty, you find peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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