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Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mike Herr's memoir — Pushing the Envelope — shares stories from his 40 years at the University Park post office and shows how his playful stunts and kind acts made him a local favorite among Penn State students. He wrote the memoir with his daughter to document moments from his early days in Lock Haven to his time on campus, underscoring his lasting impact on the community. StateCollege.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ AAA East Central warns Pennsylvania drivers that deer collisions peak in fall as days shorten—last fall there were over 6,400 crashes with average insurance claims of $5,600—and advises motorists to watch for deer and drive cautiously. WTAJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Penn State student has written an open letter urging officials to book more popular live music shows at local venues since past events have not met the high expectations set by earlier concerts featuring major artists + the student said that more frequent big-name concerts would keep students from having to travel for affordable and engaging music experiences. Onward State
- ➤ Professor Heather McCune Bruhn leads hands-on art history and geoscience activities at Borland Project Space through Nov.7; the space at 125 Borland is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday—visitors can handle rocks, view 3D-printed models, and try craft techniques. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ César de la Fuente, a renowned professor from the University of Pennsylvania known for his work in AI-assisted antibiotic discovery, will deliver a lecture at 11 a.m. on Dec. 5 at Foster Auditorium at Penn State—registration is required for in-person or online attendance. Penn State
- ➤ Casey Yates was unanimously named as the new principal for Park Forest Middle School in Patton Township and will begin after January 1, 2026. She comes from North Carolina with over 20 years of experience in education—her priority is to build a supportive learning environment for every student. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Penn State’s Bike Den will host a free winter biking workshop on Nov. 12 from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. for students and local community members (18+) that will cover road rules and bike safety tips, and each attendee will receive a free set of Penn State bike lights at the indoor venue on the West Deck. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State football will host Indiana at noon Saturday at Beaver Stadium with premium gates opening at 9 a.m. and other public gates opening at 10 a.m. Penn State Transportation Services announced campus parking decks and nearby roadways will have modified procedures and closures (drivers must remove vehicles from closed lots by midnight Friday) to manage game day traffic. Penn State
- ➤ Coach Guy Gadowsky said that Aiden Fink, who injured his upper body in Penn State’s opening game against Ohio State, will be out for the foreseeable future. The team will face Michigan State on Friday, November 7 — as teammates step up to fill his role. Onward State
- ➤ With the Penn State wrestling season less than two weeks away, Cole Mirasola is the only wrestler to see movement as he climbed one spot to No. 11 in the heavyweight category in the InterMat rankings. Daily Collegian
- ➤ A Penn State football beat traveled from State College to Columbus—stopping for gas, meals and Halloween costume changes—before watching a game where the Nittany Lions lost 38-14 to Ohio State. The group ended the trip on Sunday after a night out that included a frat party, a hotel stay and leftovers for the ride home. Onward State
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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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Jenna Nicholls Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Check event page for cost — Experience the timeless music of Jenna Nicholls blending classic Americana with heartfelt storytelling.
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Darrin Hacquard Live Performance
8:00–11:00 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a unique blend of storytelling and diverse musical styles from Darrin Hacquard.
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Boston University Terriers at Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling matchup as the Nittany Lions aim to rewrite the story with a dynamic roster.
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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