Town and Gown
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Locals in the War of 1812
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The War of 1812 is often overlooked, especially its impact on locals in the middle of Pennsylvania. In 1811, George Records was one of the first settlers of what is […]
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Weekend in the Woods
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Sometimes, I need a break from the screens, the texts, and just being available all the time. I think everyone needs to unplug and reconnect with nature every once in […]
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Community at Coco’s Coffee House by Brown Dog
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As the sun rises each day in Philipsburg, the “council of elders” gathers over breakfast, cups of coffee, and freshly baked pastries inside Coco’s Coffee House at Brown Dog Catering. […]
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Welch Building’s Grounds Pay Homage to Indigenous Cultures
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By Penn State News When it opened earlier this year, Penn State’s Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building came with all the ultra-modern, environmentally friendly amenities one would expect from the College of […]
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The Story of Robber Lewis Sherman
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By the mid-19th century, Centre County stood as a cradle of industry and statesmen in the wilds of the Alleghenies. Ironworks dotted the landscape, logging was at its peak, railroads […]
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Outdoor Summer Sipping
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Many of my favorite summer memories involve sitting out on patios with friends enjoying the warm summer night air with a cold beverage or two (usually after a day filled […]
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Try Hobie’s Trail Around Colyer Lake
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Not far from State College, up past Boalsburg, sits beautiful Colyer Lake, an excellent place to quickly escape to nature for a little outdoor adventure. In the small Colyer community, […]
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Back to the Big Screen at The State Theatre
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While venturing out to a movie theater may seem like a waning pastime in an era when it’s easier than ever to bask in the glow of your favorite streaming […]
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150 Years of Milestones in College Township
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Founded in 1875, College Township is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year with a series of events for the entire community. “This sesquicentennial milestone is not just about looking back […]
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PGA Golf on Campus
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By Elton Hayes When Eric Handley and his wife, Meg, arrived in Centre County in 2005, the Asheville, North Carolina, natives assumed their time as residents wouldn’t span more than […]
