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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Penn State Homecoming has been celebrated every year since 1920—its roots trace back to the 1867 Harvest Home event that started a long tradition of parades, court selections, and protective practices around the Lion Shrine. The weekend wraps up with the football game against Northwestern on Saturday as Penn State honors its historic legacy. Onward State
- ➤ Haunted attractions are set up across central Pennsylvania for Halloween with events like murder mystery evenings in Bedford and zombie houses in Blair scheduled at various times in October. Some events offer hayrides, mazes and escape rooms — continuing into early November to give locals a night of spooky fun. WTAJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State’s Institute of Energy and the Environment welcomed five new faculty members — Onur Apul, Ivy Asuo, John Majoris, Esther Obonyo, and Feng Tao — who bring skills in water treatment, solar energy, marine science, building design, and computer learning to help solve big energy and environmental problems. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Penn State found that extra changes in DNA—secondary variants—can affect how the 16p12.1 deletion leads to different signs of disorders like autism or developmental delays. The study showed that these genetic differences may help guide future personalized treatments. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Penn State gave its first look at generations of greatness uniforms that show past team styles—fans and alumni have the chance to appreciate the university's sports heritage. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State will play Iowa in a night game on Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. at Kinnick Stadium; the game will be streamed on Peacock and the team will host Northwestern at 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State's defense struggled against UCLA after linebacker Tony Rojas went out with an injury last week—UCLA gained 446 yards of offense to win 42-37, and the team is now looking for a reliable backup. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State women's soccer forward Aubrey Kulpa was named to the MAC Herman Trophy Midseason Watch List on Tuesday as she led the team with eight goals + five assists in 13 games this season. The team will face Washington at 7 p.m. on Thursday for the annual Pink Match. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State Nittany men's basketball has released its TV schedule for the 2025-26 season with the regular season set to begin on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. on Big Ten Plus. The schedule also includes six games on FS1 — the Palestra game against Illinois on Jan. 3 on Big Ten Network, nonconference contests against Providence on Nov. 22 at 4 p.m. on TruTv and against Pitt on Dec. 21 at noon, a neutral-site game against La Salle on Nov. 15 on Peacock, and an exhibition game against Dayton on Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. on FanDuel Sports Network Ohio. Daily Collegian
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Puuluup with Other Arts Ensemble
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From US$11.99 — Experience the innovative sounds of Puuluup, a dynamic duo of talharpa enthusiasts.
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Air1 Worship Now Tour featuring Phil Wickham
7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Tickets available — Experience an uplifting night of worship with top Christian artists Phil Wickham, Charity Gayle, and Josh Baldwin.
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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Football Game
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Beaver Stadium — Check local listings for ticket info — It's Homecoming as the Nittany Lions take on the Wildcats in a thrilling Big Ten matchup.
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Bartender Training Class
6-10 p.m. — Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center — Cost varies — Gain hands-on experience and industry knowledge in a comprehensive bartending course.
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Mr. Gnome Concert with Sunday Love Club and Person
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $10 — Experience the expansive, technicolor art-rock sounds of mr. Gnome in a cozy venue.
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Katie Pruitt Concert
8-11 PM — The State Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Experience the transformative power of music with Katie Pruitt on her Time Wasn't Wasted Tour.
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Tarwa N-Tiniri Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — Free entry — Experience the soulful desert blues from the all-Berber band Tarwa N-Tiniri, hailing from Morocco.
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Thesaurus Rex Halloween Bash
7-11 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of local folk-jam music with Thesaurus Rex and Ham on a Stick for Halloween.
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Soles of Duende - Can We Dance Here?
7:30-9 p.m. — Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State — Free entry — Experience a captivating fusion of tap, flamenco, and Indian classical dance that speaks without words.
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Keller Williams Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic blend of rock, jazz, funk, and bluegrass from innovative artist Keller Williams.
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~ Tony Robbins
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