Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of November.
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🏘️ Community
A section of Spring Creek was dedicated for veterans to honor Gerald Clair’s dream—providing a quiet fishing spot where veterans can fish and relax.
The Clair family and Trout Unlimited partnered to create this peaceful retreat that fulfills a cherished vision.
🎓 Education
Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences has formed a Dean’s Leadership Council—composed of 17 experts in farming, research and government—to help shape the future of the college’s teaching, research and extension programs.
The council members, who serve three-year terms, recently met on campus for their inaugural session.
The Nittany Valley Writers Network will meet on Tuesday, November 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Schlow Library Community Room at 211 S.
Allen St. — at 6:30, novelist and retired environmental lawyer Joel Burcat will speak about balancing a career, shifting genres, and signing his latest book.
🏈 Sports
The Penn State women’s cross country team earned its second First Team All-Big Ten honors after Florence Caron finished in the top 10 and Charlotte Costich finished eighth with a personal best — the team now prepares to run in the NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional on Nov.
14 to seek an automatic bid.
Penn State basketball will host Navy in a Military Appreciation Game Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center — coach Mike Rhoades leads a young team with seven freshmen that began the season 2–0.
The No. 25 Penn State women's volleyball team defeated Illinois 3-1 in Champaign-Urbana on Sunday, ending a three-game winless streak with strong plays from Kennedy Martin, Maggie Mendelson, and Alexis Ewing.
The team will play Minnesota at (8 p.m.) Friday.
Penn State enters Saturday’s game against Michigan State as a 7.5-point favorite with the total at 48.5 points while both teams are 3-6.
The Nittany Lions lost 27-24 to Indiana recently and Michigan State was off last week—each team will use the matchup to seek a turnaround.
After a tough season that included a 38-14 loss at Ohio State, Penn State played hard in its 27-24 contest against No. 2 Indiana Saturday—showing that the team remains committed as it fights for a bowl game spot.
Interim coach Terry Smith said the players will keep working hard as they prepare for upcoming games.
Penn State lost a one-score football game at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, falling (27-24) and dropping to a 3-6 record.
The team will try to keep its bowl hopes alive (with three games remaining).
🎉 State College Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Penn State Men's Basketball vs. Sacred Heart
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the rise of Penn State Hoops with a talented and fearless roster.
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