The Downtown Improvement District will host its 10th annual Summer’s Best Music Fest from June 3-4. The outdoor concert will consist of 27 artists performing on five stages, each located downtown. Although students will have already returned home for the summer, Executive Director of the Downtown Improvement District George Arnold said he believes the event…
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Penn State student-run beer delivery startup Aqua Vitae works to gain traction
This article was picked up by USA Today College. Penn State students are working on creating a beer delivery service in State College. Suresh Rajan, the creator of Aqua Vitae, hopes to launch the student startup later this semester. “This is a brand new industry of Pennsylvania,” Rajan (senior-economics and international politics) said. “We’ll be…
Students react to Bernie Sanders’ speech on Penn State’s campus
Students and attendees gathered outside of Rec Hall as early as 8 a.m. Tuesday morning to ensure a spot at the Bernie Sanders rally. Wearing “#FeelTheBern” T-shirts, stickers and various other kinds of gear, the crowd caused the venue to fill up quickly with an attendance of 6,655. Before Vermont Sen. Sanders took the stage,…
Local gyms offer array of options for those who are trying to get fit
As students return to Happy Valley for another semester, many have health-related New Year’s resolutions on their minds to combat the excess calories most students consumed over winter break. While this past fall was warmer than average, students can expect a brutal winter, resulting in fewer joggers around campus and more overcrowded gym facilities. However,…
The Makery offers affordable art classes to the downtown community
As students walk past the Fraser Centre construction site, they may notice a new local establishment that is already open for business at 209 W. Calder Way. The Makery, a new arts and crafts studio, first opened its doors this past June. It was not until September, however, that the store began to take shape….
Sercy, a downtown clothing and gift store, will be closing this spring
Students walking past College Avenue may notice several bold white letters displayed on Sercy’s windows today – C-L-O-S-I-N-G. Sercy, a women’s clothing and gift store, announced Tuesday morning via Facebook post that it will be closing its doors. The store, located at 224 E. College Ave., will soon make the transition from Sercy to Zilloclean,…
McLanahan’s offers delivery service
With the recent snow storm many students find themselves limiting their time outside, which can make cooking meals a bit challenging. Fortunately, students now have the option to have McLanahan’s delivered via OrderUp.com. Although the food store does not have produce available for delivery, McLanahan’s does offer a variety of made-to-order products, such as breakfast…
Buffalo Wild Wings set to open off of North Atherton Street, Blue Course Drive
Students who crave the spicier things in life will be happy to know a Buffalo Wild Wings will soon make its way to State College. The new establishment will be located in front of the Giant Food Stores off of North Atherton Street and Blue Course Drive, Ferguson Township Director of Planning and Zoning Ray…
Target store coming to Fraser Centre
For students, Target can be a one-stop shop for basic college necessities. However, having the closest retailer at 315 Colonnade Blvd . poses a challenge for students without a car. Fortunately for them, Target has announced plans to open another retail store at the Fraser Centre for October 2016 , Real Estate Capital Management Developer…
Penn State Hillel will soon be operating from downtown
Penn State Hillel, the largest Jewish college club in the country, will soon offer a student-friendly environment that is more accessible to students living downtown. The new Hillel will be located at the corner of West Beaver Avenue and Garner Street and will be open to people of all faiths, according to Hillel’s Executive Director…
What is better, living in a house or apartment?
Choosing who to live with is important but choosing where to live can prove to be even more crucial. The structure of your living arrangements can greatly affect the overall experience of your college years. It’s important to do some research to know what kind of living arrangement you’re getting yourself into before signing a…
Crews place final beam at Fraser Centre
Members of the State College community gathered on South Fraser Street and West Beaver Avenue to watch construction workers hoist a single steel beam to the roof of the upcoming Fraser Centre. The beam was topped with a small Fraser fir tree and many signatures from the construction crew, developers and spectators. Placing the final…
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