Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Penn State World Campus student is facing 20 felony charges related to drug distribution from the Delta Upsilon fraternity house, following police discovery of controlled substances and a loaded firearm during a search. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Penn State Humphrey Fellows will discuss 'International Perspectives on Women in Society' at the AAUW State College panel on Jan. 30. Penn State
- ➤ Craig Zabel, an associate professor of art history at Penn State, will retire in December 2024 after a 40-year career marked by significant contributions to education and departmental leadership. Penn State
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at Penn State discovered that activating specific neurons can make male and female mice resilient to chronic stress, with effective regions differing by sex. Penn State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State quarterback Drew Allar decides to stay for the 2025 season, boosting the team's prospects as they prepare for playoffs and future growth. StateCollege.com
- ➤ Penn State football coach James Franklin discusses player and coaching staff decisions ahead of the SMU game, including quarterback Beau Pribula entering the transfer portal, Drew Allar announcing his return for 2025, and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki deciding to stay with the team. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State football's offensive coordinator, Andy Kotelnicki, chooses to remain with the team, focusing on future successes despite head coaching rumors. Onward State
- ➤ Former Ohio State volleyball player Emmi Sellman transfers to Penn State, enhancing the team with her previous season's average of 2.87 kills per set. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State women's volleyball team credits close game and supportive crowd for their victory over Creighton, advancing to the Final Four. Daily Collegian
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Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance at Boal City Brewing
Singer-songwriter Anna Pearl will perform live at Boal City Brewing, providing a relaxing atmosphere just before the holidays.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Holiday Show at Happy Valley Brewing Company
Anna Pearl, a singer/songwriter from State College, will perform a holiday show at Happy Valley Brewing Company.
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Penn Quakers vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball
The Penn State Nittany Lions will compete against the Penn Quakers at the Bryce Jordan Center, showcasing an exciting basketball rivalry and a talented team.
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NVRC First Night 5k Resolution Run
The annual Resolution Run 5k race invites runners and walkers to participate in this festive New Year's Eve event, encouraging costumes and offering incentives for early registration.
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Beautiful Historic Bellefonte Home For Sale
Discover the Victorian charm and beauty as yesteryear's nostalgia blends with some of today's modern kitchen and bath conveniences in this 3-story 1890 built, stately brick and stone Queen Anne Victorian. The home has currently been in the same family for 79 years but was originally built for Bank President C. F. Montgomery and architecturally designed by famous Architect Samuel Fox.
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