Good morning, State College.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace will host its annual Bunks Across America event at 104 Valley Vista Drive on Saturday, Sept.

12 at 9:30 a.m. Volunteers will build 50 beds for children without proper sleeping arrangements with lunch served by Rebelz Food Truck (volunteer registration is available online).

Today, thousands of tenters begin moving into Grange Park for the 2026 Centre County Grange Fair in Centre Hall.

The event, running over nine days (over 150 years of tradition), offers livestock shows, concerts, tractor pulls and family activities.

Way Fruit Farm Downtown Market and Cafe at 252 East Calder Way will close Saturday because lease negotiations failed to secure a reasonable price (the main farm in Port Matilda will remain open).

University Park students can enjoy the free LightsUP Festival on HUB Lawn this Friday, Aug.

28, as Shaquille (DJ Diesel) O'Neal and indie duo Between Friends start their sets at 6:30 p.m. The event is hosted by Penn State’s Student Programming Association and Movin’ On.

Local poets can join the free 'What is Justice' workshop series led by Terry Watson and Carmin Wong, starting Sept.

2 at the Schlow Centre Region Library, with a follow-up session on Sept. 9 and a poetry performance on Sept. 16 at 3 Dots Downtown (registration required for limited spots).

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau launched a new film commission on Tuesday at an active production site to support filmmakers and attract more productions to Centre County, connecting local talent, vendors, and hospitality services (including returning State College natives).

Small businesses in Centre and nearby counties affected by the April freeze can now apply for low-interest federal disaster loans.

The U.S. Small Business Administration said these loans will ease financial losses, with applications accepted through March 1, 2027.

Penn State student Ella Bartnik is gaining hands on legal experience in the Liberal Arts Semester in Washington Program as she interns with the ABA’s Center for Global Programs, building connections and exploring multiple career paths.

The program supports ten students living in Washington, where mentorship + academic guidance help them grow professionally.

Dogs Out LLC will host a hot dog-eating contest at Brother Bar and Grill (State College) on Oct.

2 that offers a $2,000 cash prize and championship belt for the winner.

Penn State special teams are set for the 2026 season with redshirt junior Ryan Barker as kicker and several new players like transfer Cristiano Rosa for kickoffs and Nathan Tiyce at punter plus competition in return and long snap roles during fall camp; Coach Lustig expects a competitive season.

Former Penn State wide receiver Liam Clifford signed with the Los Angeles Chargers after going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft.

He spent five seasons with the Nittany Lions and briefly joined the Colts (after being waived) before moving to the Chargers alongside former teammates Devonte Ross and KeAndre Lambert-Smith.

Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht was named to the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Watch List on Wednesday.

The experienced player will start the season on Saturday, Sept. 5 when he leads his team at Beaver Stadium against Marshall at 3:30 p.m.

Penn State's linebackers showcased their versatile approach during a local media day on Aug.

7 in Happy Valley. The group, featuring returning Tony Rojas and three Iowa State players, showed that coach D’Anton Lynn plans to mix positions this season to strengthen the defense.