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Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Martha Deitrich’s honor—system stand in Zion still offers her final harvest with any donations benefiting St—John’s UCC, and her family now keeps the legacy alive for local residents. Jeff Deitrich asks readers to share tips on other roadside stands that offer trusted treats and produce for Centre County. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Constitution Day Centre will host its 'We the People' roundtables at Delta High School on Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.—participants will join small groups to discuss shared values and civil dialogue while a Madison Award for Civility and free lunch will be offered. StateCollege.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Student Committee for Defense and Solidarity held an anti-ICE protest downtown Thursday night in response to Penn State's alleged ties to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement—during the march to the Nittany Lion Inn a man in his 70s swung a stick and was removed by State College police amid a brief confrontation. Daily Collegian
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Penn State’s University Park Campus, student groups set up 2977 American flags to honor lives lost on 9/11 — a memorial service was held Thursday at 5 p.m. on the Old Main steps, and the flag display will remain until Friday afternoon. ABC 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 5, the Eberly College of Science celebrated important milestones in the Department of Physics including the 70th anniversary of Erwin Müller’s first atomic observation and the 10th anniversary of the LIGO discovery of gravitational waves. The college will host public tours today and later in the fall—letting visitors view historic equipment and modern devices in Osmond Lab and the Millenium Science Complex. Penn State
- ➤ Donovan Fairhurst, a Penn State senior in Recreation, Park and Tourism Management, worked 35 shows this summer with The Weeknd’s tour after earning a trial role and designing the artist’s onstage mask — he now hopes to join the tour’s Latin American leg in the spring. Onward State
- ➤ NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and Penn State scientists discovered tiny red dots that may be objects called black hole stars—big balls of hot gas lit by supermassive black holes that pull in matter fast. The team used nearly 60 hours of telescope time in 2024 to study light from distant galaxies, a finding that may help explain how early galaxies grew. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 34-0 win over FIU, Penn State will face Villanova at Beaver Stadium tomorrow. Staffers predict a big win for the Nittany Lions—experts say the team will use the game to fine-tune its offense ahead of tougher challenges. Onward State
- ➤ No. 8 Penn State women’s soccer shut out Maryland 4-0 in its first Big Ten game at Jeffrey Field with key goals by Amelia White, Aubrey Kulpa and Kaitlyn MacBean— the team will host Nebraska on Thursday, September 18 at 6 p.m., with the game streamed on BTN. Onward State
- ➤ After shutting out Florida International, Penn State will host Villanova at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 13 as the Nittany Lions try to cover an opening line of 48.5 points in their favor—aiming to boost their offense before a tough contest against No. 4 Oregon ahead of their bye week. Onward State
- ➤ A curated playlist featuring Pennsylvania classics and Philly hits has been released ahead of tomorrow’s home football game against Villanova to boost tailgate celebrations. The mix includes well-known Penn State tunes that unite local fans on game day. Onward State
- ➤ Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall retired in spring 2023 after suffering his 6th concussion and now works as a football media analyst—he launched a YouTube channel in spring 2024 to cover Penn State football with interviews and film breakdowns. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State is set to face Villanova tomorrow as the Nittany Lions, coming off recent blowout wins, will test an opponent that has won three of the last four matchups with them. The Wildcats feature experienced coaches and a mix of veteran players and fresh transfers—aiming to use a run-heavy offense and strong defense to challenge Penn State, who enter as 48.5-point favorites. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State football has favored new transfer receivers, leaving young players Tyseer Denmark and Koby Howard with few chances to catch passes this season. Coach Franklin said Denmark is working hard to be ready and Howard, who played mostly on special teams, is managing his frustration—aiming for more playing time in future games. Onward State
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Ron Sexsmith Concert
8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the introspective melodies of Ron Sexsmith's latest work reflecting on life's emotional journey.
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Daniel Villarreal Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — Enjoy a vibrant fusion of pan-Latin beats and psychedelic rock from an acclaimed Chicago musician.
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Sonido Gallo Negro Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the eclectic sounds of Sonido Gallo Negro as they blend psychedelic tropical music with unique instruments.
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The Sadies Acoustic Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket information available — Enjoy a special acoustic night featuring the eclectic roots sounds of The Sadies.
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Alice Peacock & Jessica Willis Fisher Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies and inspiring stories with two talented singer-songwriters.
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Iris DeMent Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $ — Experience the inspirational sounds of Iris DeMent as she confronts modern challenges with heartfelt music.
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Coyote Island Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $11.99 — Experience the musical journey of Mike O’Hehir and his unique sound.
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Chatham County Line Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a genre-bending blend of bluegrass, folk, country, and rock from this acclaimed band.
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Live Performance by Los Microwaves with Chaki The Funk Wizard
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $10 — Experience a unique blend of post-punk and synth pop from this iconic band with live tracks from the early 80s.
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Rumbo Tumba Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $10 — Experience a captivating electroacoustic performance by Argentine multi-instrumentalist Facundo Salgado.
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