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Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A winning $250K lottery ticket matched all five numbers in Wednesday’s Christmas Eve Cash 5 with Quick Cash drawing at Sheetz at 765 Benner Pike in College Township & the store earned a $500 bonus for its sale. StateCollege.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State men's basketball will play North Carolina Central at 1 p.m. Monday as they try to snap a three-game losing streak (currently 8-4). The contest marks their final non-conference game before facing tough Big Ten opponents next month. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Drew Shelton, a versatile Penn State tackle (48 games over four seasons), declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday evening. The Downingtown native joins three other Nittany Lions who have taken this step. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State football will hire former Colorado State chief of staff Justin Cummings-Morrow for a recruiting role in Happy Valley. He joins head coach Matt Campbell ahead of the January transfer window. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State football will face Clemson at noon today at Yankee Stadium in the Pinstripe Bowl. It marks its final game under interim head coach Terry Smith before new head coach Matt Campbell takes over. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State football announced that key players—including offensive linemen Nick Dawkins, Nolan Rucci, and Drew Shelton + tight end Khalil Dinkins—have opted out of the Pinstripe Bowl today at Yankee Stadium against Clemson, leaving the team with several starters missing for the game. Onward State
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Nittany Lions vs. Eagles Basketball Game
1-2:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a new era of Penn State basketball with a fresh, talented roster.
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First Night State College
3 PM – 12 AM — Downtown State College Improvement District — Button required for some activities — Celebrate the New Year with family-friendly fun including ice sculptures and performances.
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Penn State Wrestling vs. Rutgers
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Rec Hall — Ticket prices may vary — Catch the excitement as Penn State takes on Rutgers in a thrilling wrestling match.
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UCLA Bruins vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Basketball
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting clash of two powerhouse college basketball teams.
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Skorts Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Ticket prices available — Enjoy live music featuring SKORTS and their catchy tunes.
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Anna Pearl Performance
6-8 p.m. — The Lodge at Tussey Mountain — Tickets available — Enjoy an intimate evening of music with local singer/songwriter Anna Pearl.
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Big Lazy Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $11.99 — Experience two decades of noir and twang music from New York's underground scene.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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