State College
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Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nick Dawkins, Penn State football center and team captain (an Allentown native), declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Sunday. He played in 54 games in 2024 with just two sacks and won the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy for leadership, and he will return next season. Onward State
- ➤ Nick Dawkins, a veteran center at Penn State, declared for the 2026 NFL draft on Sunday via Instagram after playing in 54 games since 2020. He opted out of the Pinstripe Bowl to focus on his professional football career. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Veteran Penn State defensive end Zuriah Fisher is set to enter the transfer portal Friday after missing the Pinstripe Bowl and spending six seasons with the team. Fisher recorded 19 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks this season — his move may signal a search for new opportunities. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Redshirt freshman Quinton Martin ran 20 times for 101 yards in the Pinstripe Bowl victory over Clemson, showing he is ready to play a bigger role as the season closed. His performance may boost his chances for a starting spot next season. StateCollege.com
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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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Minnesota Golden Gophers at Penn State Nittany Lions Women's Basketball
6-9 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting women's basketball showdown between the Gophers and Nittany Lions.
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