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Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Multicultural Unity Fair on October 25, local groups like Centre Helps, Mid-State Literacy Council, and Under Angel Wings Family Center showcased live performances, cultural exhibits, and international cuisines inside the State College Municipal Building. Attendees enjoyed cupcakes from Dreese’s Delights and learned about indigenous heritage — strengthening bonds among families and students in the community. Daily Collegian
- ➤ The South Asian Student Association and South Indian Association celebrated Diwali on Oct. 24 at the HUB-Robeson Center with cultural performances including R&B artist Jay Sean, Sarasota, and DJ Noah. The event drew about 900 attendees who enjoyed food, raffles, and music — highlighting the community's vibrant celebration of the festival of lights. Daily Collegian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Penn State Center for Rural Education and Communities is hosting Maker’s Day: Pennsylvania Barn Art on Nov. 14th from 4 to 6 p.m. in 221 Chambers Building—community members will explore Pennsylvania’s folk art traditions and create barn-inspired artwork. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mitchell Mesenbrink of Penn State wrestling won a gold medal match Saturday at the U23 World Championships in Serbia by technical superiority over Turkey’s Muhammed Ozmus and finished the tournament with five wins and no losses. He celebrated his win by raising an American flag. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Former Penn State linebacker Kobe King was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets Friday after the Minnesota Vikings waived him following his selection as the 201st-overall pick in April; he played four games for the Vikings and finished his Penn State career with 200 tackles over 46 games. Onward State
- ➤ No. 5 Penn State men’s hockey came back to beat Stonehill 3-2 at Pegula Ice Arena on Friday after trailing 2-1 entering the third period. The team rallied with strong bench energy and a late goal from sophomore forward JJ Wiebusch—helping secure a fourth win in five games. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State senior forward Tessa Janecke scored two goals in a 6–1 win over Lindenwood on Friday that brought her career total to 70 and kept the team undefeated at 9–0. Coach Jeff Kampersal said Janecke's strong play at faceoffs helped change the slow start, though she hurt her knee with a collision in the third period — she later returned to play. Daily Collegian
- ➤ FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff will travel to Columbus for the Penn State versus Ohio State game on November 1. Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt will host on FOX — the move comes as Penn State seeks its first win since week three. Onward State
- ➤ Maddy Campbell of Penn State recorded her first home shutout on Saturday as the team won 5-0 against Lindenwood and reached its 10th win of the season—she faced 18 shots and built confidence with support from her teammates. Daily Collegian
- ➤ No. 18 Penn State beat Rutgers in three sets — 25-23, 25-19, 25-13 — at Rec Hall last Friday in the annual Dig Pink Match that raised funds for cancer research by The Side-Out Foundation. The match honored coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley’s battle with breast cancer as players debuted new pink jerseys amid strong fan support. Daily Collegian
- ➤ No. 5 Penn State men's hockey swept Stonehill with a three-goal second period for a 4-2 win—Coach Guy Gadowsky said the team earned its fifth comeback win of the season but needs to play harder as it enters conference play at 7-1-0. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Four Penn State wrestling affiliates competed in the Real American Freestyle event Saturday night at the Bryce Jordan Center—Nico Megaludis, Carter Starocci, Jake Varner, and Kyle Dake all made their debuts with Dake defending his cruiserweight title. The league said its next event will be held on November 29 in Chicago. Onward State
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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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