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Keeping the Magic Alive Over 60 Years
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The Enduring Appeal of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts By Holly Riddle Is there any event that defines State College in the summer quite like the Arts Festival? The first event of its kind in Centre County, it has been a staple since 1967, drawing thousands upon thousands of attendees to downtown streets,…
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Happy Valley’s Driverless Future
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From Penn State labs to Pennsylvania highways, highly autonomous vehicles are moving closer to everyday reality By Angelique Redwood When leaving Happy Valley to visit our neighboring cities of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, you may find yourself staring into the window of a moving car with an empty driver’s seat. Although it sounds like something from…
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Keeping Up With the Times
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As beer trends continue to evolve, you can continue to support your local brewery By Vincent Corso I saw some news the other day that kind of hit me like a ton of bricks — or maybe it was more like a case of beer. Yes, indeed, when I learned that the last batch ever…
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Off to the Races
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Local trail events build community and provide a challenge By Vincent Corso As I sit here writing this, I am very sore, very tired, and a little dehydrated. And I am loving every minute of it. You see, just one day ago, on May 17, I ran my first trail race in three years and…
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Function Follows Form
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How StillHouse Distills Community, Comfort, and Craft in Penns Valley Story and photos by Sherri Jordan and Luciano Sormani In the heart of Spring Mills, a building that once housed a family restaurant and an ice cream shop has been transformed into something entirely new. Yet, for all its fresh ideas, The StillHouse is rooted…
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The Great Pennsylvania Convenience Store Divide
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A friendly feud over food, fuel, and fierce loyalty There are debates that shape nations, define generations, and test the strength of friendships. Then there is the question quietly dividing Pennsylvania, one coffee cup, hoagie wrapper, and late-night snack run at a time: Sheetz or Wawa? This is not merely a preference. It’s identity. In…
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University and Borough Develop Initiatives for an Aging Population
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Efforts emphasize research, education, and intergenerational collaboration Age is just a number. But Penn State and State College Borough aim to make it irrelevant in some ways and a bonus in others. Since April 2024, Penn State has been part of the Age Friendly University Global Network, an international group of more than 110 higher…
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Keeping the Oompah Alive
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State College Little German Band marks more than 60 years of music, tradition, and community The State College Little German Band, the oldest continually performing community band in Centre County, is comprised of a wide variety of 35 local musicians, music educators, and retirees playing a wide variety of Bavarian-style music, including marches, waltzes, and…
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The Downtown Farmers Market That Grew With State College
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A 50-year tradition shaped by changing tastes and community needs This year, the Downtown State College Farmers Market — the weekly gathering that transforms Locust Lane into a showcase of seasonal produce, flowers, baked goods, and locally made treats — celebrates its 50th anniversary. Over the decades, the market has served as a vital connection…
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Sharing the Honor: Gregg Post No. 95
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The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was an organization of Union Veterans who served and were honorably discharged from the Civil War (1861-1865).1 Starting in 1866, GAR members would meet at local posts to fellowship with their comrades and to serve their communities through “fraternity, charity, and loyalty.” The GAR also became a powerful…
