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Who is Terry Smith? What to know about the Penn State football interim coach

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Jon Sauber @jonsauber.bsky.social · 9d

Terry Smith spoke for the first time as Penn State's interim head coach today.

Here's everything you need to know about the man leading the Nittany Lions the rest of the season:
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“When I woke up yesterday morning I had no idea I was going to be the interim head coach of Penn State University. Today I’m super proud to be that,” Smith said during a press conference Monday.

Penn State trustees to revisit sale of WPSU during special meeting Monday

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centredaily.com @centredaily.com · 10d

The finance and investment committee last month unanimously voted against moving forward with a proposal for WHYY to acquire WPSU..

The finance and investment committee last month unanimously voted against moving forward with a proposal for WHYY to acquire WPSU..

Another game, another upset. Is it finally over for James Franklin at Penn State?

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centredaily.com @centredaily.com · 11d

The Nittany Lions lost their third straight game Saturday night against Northwestern, a 20.5-point underdog.

The Nittany Lions lost their third straight game Saturday night against Northwestern, a 20.5-point underdog.

Seeking answers about Centre County ICE arrests, CDT sues for body cam footage

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · 11d

“There’s just not a lot of cases like this out there, which makes the CDT’s case so important,” @rcfp.org attorney Paula Knudsen Burke said.

The Centre Daily Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pennsylvania State Police to force the release of the footage.

‘There will never be another.’ Former CDT sports editor Ron Bracken dies at 81

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Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · 14d

Ron is an absolute legend in our newsroom, within Centre County sports, in our community and across PA media. @haliekines.bsky.social with an excellent piece on his impact and legacy:

centredaily.com @centredaily.com · 14d

“I hope I can touch half the number of lives he touched,” BEA Athletic Director Doug Dyke said of the longtime high school and Penn State sports reporter.

“I hope I can touch half the number of lives he touched,” BEA Athletic Director Doug Dyke said of the longtime high school and Penn State sports reporter.

Three takeaways from Penn State football’s 30-24 2OT loss vs. Oregon in White Out

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centredaily.com @centredaily.com · 25d

James Franklin is now 4-21 against AP top-10 teams.

James Franklin is now 4-21 against AP top-10 teams.

Gov. Josh Shapiro’s admin will close Rockview state prison, Quehanna Boot Camp

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Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Sep 17

Massive news for Centre County:

A final report was released Wednesday, one that still called for both facilities to close. A formal announcement should be made later this week.

Penn State to close WPSU after board committee votes against ownership transfer

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Sep 12

Horrible, upsetting news that’s a huge blow to our community and central PA media landscape.

“We know this is a deeply disappointing outcome and we are grateful to the dedicated WPSU employees whose work has enriched our lives and made our community stronger,” David Kleppinger, chair of the b...

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Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Sep 4

Come visit us at LION Bash for a @centredaily.com frisbee and to browse photos from our archive!

Penn State hockey teams will play in Beaver Stadium this winter. What to know

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Jon Sauber @jonsauber.bsky.social · Aug 30

View from today’s office.

Penn State is set to take on Nevada here in Beaver Stadium for the Nittany Lions’ season opener. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m.

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Jon Sauber @jonsauber.bsky.social · Aug 29

Both Penn State hockey teams will play in Beaver Stadium on Jan. 31.

More here:
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The two teams will play in back-to-back games.

Penn State vs. Nevada: Final thoughts and analysis of PSU’s season opener

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Jon Sauber @jonsauber.bsky.social · Aug 27

My thoughts, analysis and predictions ahead of Penn State's season opener against Nevada.

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The Nittany Lions should get plenty of reps for their young players on Saturday.

Talk Penn State football with CDT’s Jon Sauber and special guest Audrey Snyder

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 20

🚨RSVP now and get your Penn State football questions in for @jonsauber.bsky.social and @audreysnyder.bsky.social before an exclusive livestream event for @centredaily.com subscribers next week:
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Join Centre Daily Times’ Jon Sauber and Inside the Lions’ Audrey Snyder to preview Penn State football’s 2025 season during an exclusive livestream event for our subscribers. The two PSU beat writers ...

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Jon Sauber @jonsauber.bsky.social · Aug 19

Official Beaver Stadium capacity this year: 106,304 according to Penn State AD Pat Kraft

State College’s Hideaway bar set to reopen despite misconduct allegations. ‘It’s frightening’

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 18

A summary of an internal investigation found “substantial and credible evidence to support the allegations made by former Hideaway employees." @centredaily.com's Josh Moyer interviewed six of those former staff members about their experiences:
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An internal investigation, the summary of which was obtained by the CDT, shows there is “substantial and credible evidence” to support allegations made at Hideaway Electric Speakeasy.

Centre Daily Times subscribers can now gift articles to friends and family

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 14

Read more about this new subscriber feature here: www.centredaily.com/news/local/a...

New for subscribers: You can now gift up to 10 free articles a month to friends and family. Share the stories you care about — from breaking news to local features.

Understanding James Franklin: How a turbulent upbringing shaped the Penn State coach

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 14

Big news: @centredaily.com subscribers can now gift articles for all to read. I'm gifting one of my favorites from the past month, from @jonsauber.bsky.social:
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Franklin opened up about a past that led him to develop into the man he is now, and into the father he never had.

It’s almost time for high school football in Centre County. Get ready with us

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Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 11

Excited to partner with Penn State's After the Whistle program on this newsletter. Sign up now!

The CDT and Penn State’s After the Whistle student journalists are collaborating on a newsletter to bring you coverage across the county. Sign up now!

Jessica McAllister @jessicamcallister.bsky.social · Aug 1

"I am concerned," a State College parent told @haliekines.bsky.social. "I’m concerned that the next provider we go to will then change their policy as well.”
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