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Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ El Jefe’s Taqueria raised $30,864 on October 14 by donating 100% of every sale to THON as 2,201 customers joined the 20‑hour fundraiser. Owner John Schall said the store will hold the event each year until a cure for childhood cancer is found—showing their strong commitment to the cause. Onward State
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pop group Big Time Rush will perform at the Bryce Jordan Center on Feb. 3 as part of its College Dropout tour and will be joined by supporting acts Katelyn Tarver and Stephen Kramer Glickman. Tickets starting at $54.55 go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 24. StateCollege.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Penn State Board of Trustees will meet Nov. 6-7 at University Park with committee meetings starting at 8 a.m. on Nov. 6 and the full board gathering at 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 7—both sessions are open to the public via livestream. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Penn State research shows that post‑9/11 veterans face mental health challenges linked to childhood trauma, deployment length, and combat exposure. The study tracked almost 9,600 veterans over three years — revealing that men and women experience different patterns and underlining the need for early, tailored support. Penn State
- ➤ A Penn State researcher studied how online grocery shopping has affected food choices, food waste and nutritional gaps over the past five years—her work shows that while it helps some shoppers buy healthier foods, it can worsen food access in areas with few options. The study found that online shopping leads to fewer impulse buys and more thoughtful meal planning. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ESPN College GameDay host Rece Davis said that Penn State players must share blame for the team’s 3-3 start that led to former coach James Franklin being fired. He said the players did not show the passion and energy needed to win games. PennLive
- ➤ After sweeping LIU last weekend at Pegula Ice Arena, Penn State men's hockey earned the No. 5 ranking in the USCHO poll—sophomore Matt DiMarsico scored a hat trick in Game 1 and added three points in Game 2. The Nittany Lions will return to Pegula to play Stonehill on Friday at 7 p.m.—their second game is set for Saturday at 6 p.m. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State lost to Iowa by one point at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 18 (their first game under interim coach Terry Smith and fourth loss in a row), and Bob Flounders later explained what went right and wrong for the team. PennLive
- ➤ Penn State women’s hockey stayed at No. 6 in the USCHO poll released Monday and improved to 8-0 after sweeping Mercyhurst—the team will host a two-game home series against Lindenwood Friday at 2 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State football will play Ohio State on November 1 at noon on FOX—Ohio State leads the series 25-14 and is 7-0, while Penn State is 3-4 after its October 18 loss to Iowa and will play in Columbus for the first time in two years. The matchup is expected to be a major Big Ten test as Ohio State aims to extend its winning streak. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State goalkeeper Kealey Titmuss and defender Keiryn Jeter were called up to join the U.S. U20 Women’s Youth National Team for the October camp, and they aim to build on their past international experience. Daily Collegian
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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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Bella White Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience the enchanting sounds of Bella White's unique country/folk music.
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Coppin State Eagles vs. Penn State Lady Lions Women's Basketball
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Rec Hall — Tickets available — Witness the exciting women's basketball matchup as Coppin State takes on Penn State.
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Riley Green Concert
6:45-10:00 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — $41.75 – $91.75 — Experience the multi-platinum singer-songwriter's highly successful Damn Country Music Tour.
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Michigan Wolverines at Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Hockey
7-9 p.m. — Pegula Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electric atmosphere of college hockey in the heart of Hockey Valley.
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Arun Ramamurthy Trio Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Performance Space — From $11.99 — Experience the captivating blend of Indo-Jazz with Arun Ramamurthy showcasing his violin mastery.
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Peter Bradley Adams Concert
8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the intimate and inspiring sounds of indie folk rock by Peter Bradley Adams.
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