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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Inside/Outside column by Jeff Deitrich reviews downtown architecture, noting historic buildings such as the State College Presbyterian Church in Gothic Revival style and the Hotel State College in Georgian Revival, which contrast with new high-rises in the International Style—Deitrich questions if these modern structures will preserve the town’s welcoming feel. StateCollege.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State’s College of Arts and Architecture is relaunching its alumni interview series with new intro and outro music composed by sophomore oboist Claire Brown and junior violinist Nikolai Dabagian—each student received a $700 prize for their work. Penn State
- ➤ Holly Wang from Michigan State University will lead a free seminar on cell-cultivated salmon using a clock-proxy auction at noon on Dec. 3 in 157 Hosler Building on University Park campus—part of a fall series by the Initiative for Energy and Environmental Economics and Policy. Penn State
- ➤ Jim Ingram, a Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences alumnus and president of Bartlett Tree Experts, donated several copies of his book 'Unlimited Duty' to the Office of Veterans Programs for Military Appreciation Week—copies are available for borrowing at the Student Veterans Center library. Penn State
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson announced on Tuesday that two Centre County emergency services received $2.17M in federal funding — Moshannon Valley EMS will build a new 9,350-square-foot facility on the former Philipsburg Hospital site in Rush Township and Howard Fire Company will replace its 25-year-old rescue jet boat — to support better emergency response. StateCollege.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State women's hockey players Tessa Janeke and Danica Maynard earned weekly AHA awards for their roles in the road sweep of RIT; Janeke received Forward of the Week and Maynard was named Defenseman of the Week for the third time this season. The team will face No. 7 Northeastern in a two-game road series — the games are scheduled on Friday and Saturday. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State redshirt freshman quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer has improved his play by slowing his pace and making better decisions in his three starts. His higher completion rates and fewer mistakes in recent games—he is preparing for his final regular season matchup against Rutgers to clinch a bowl berth. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Gabriel Nwosu, a fifth-year senior punter and kickoff specialist at Penn State, is working toward a one-year MBA after earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s in supply chain management; he plans to start an NFL career after the season (with strong support from his academic advisers). Penn State
- ➤ After a dominant showing at the Black Knight Invitational, Penn State wrestlers saw minimal changes in the latest InterMat poll. PJ Duke joined the rankings at No. 16 in the 157-pound class after winning against teammate Joe Sealey—while other wrestlers like Luke Lilledahl and Marcus Blaze also saw shifts in their positions. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State men’s basketball lost its first game when the Friars pulled ahead with an 11-point run in the second half on Saturday — the team will try to bounce back with a game against Boston University at 7 p.m. Tuesday and a matchup with Sacred Heart at 6 p.m. Saturday. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Former Penn State running back commit Messiah Mickens flipped to Virginia Tech after he decommitted on November 19—he is ranked No. 209 in the nation and visited Virginia Tech during a week 13 game against Miami. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State men's hockey has announced its 2026-27 season opening with the Ice Breaker Tournament, where the team will face UConn on Oct. 9 at Toscano Family Ice Forum and Sacred Heart on Oct. 10 at Martire Family Arena – ticket information will be shared later – as part of their schedule. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State football special teams coach Justin Lustig was nominated for the national Broyles Award Tuesday as one of 63 candidates after he helped kicker Ryan Barker post high percentages on field goals and extra points and record three blocked punts this season. This is his second nomination after he was recognized at Syracuse in 2018—his contributions continue to boost Penn State’s coaching success. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State men's basketball bounced back Tuesday night at Bryce Jordan Center by defeating Boston University 96–87 after their loss to Providence last weekend, with five players scoring in double figures and leaders Josh Reed and Ivan Jurić rising to the challenge. The win improved their record to 6–1 and the team will face Sacred Heart Saturday at 6 p.m. Daily Collegian
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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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Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball Game
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the new era of Nittany Lions basketball with a dynamic team ready to impress.
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Dailey and Vincent Christmas Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The State Theatre — $ — Celebrate the holiday season with five-time GRAMMY® award winners delivering a unique spin on country, bluegrass, and gospel music.
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48th Annual Juried Winter Craft Market
9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Nittany Valley Sports Centre — $5 admission (cash only), children 12 and under free — Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from over 60 talented Pennsylvania artists.
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Michigan State Spartans at Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost info unavailable — A new era of Penn State Hoops begins with a young and talented roster ready to make their mark.
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