By Danielle Blake STATE COLLEGE, PA— Happy Valley’s Ironman 70.3 race has earned national recognition, ranking third in Overall Satisfaction among all North American races in the 2024 Ironman Athletes’ Choice Awards.

By Geoff Rushton STATE COLLEGE, PA—A new project, 814 Originals, is celebrating Centre County’s vibrant music scene by pairing original local acts with unique downtown venues. The project kicked off with a concert and music video premiere at The State Theatre. 814 Originals is a collaboration between the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance and Spaces in Between Productions.

By Lloyd Rogers STATE COLLEGE, PA—Downtown State College came alive on May 14 as the 814 Originals took over The State Theatre for a night of homegrown music, original stories, and powerful performances. The event, organized by the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, wasn’t just a concert, it was a celebration of Centre County’s lively music scene.

Happy Valley, PA — The 2025 IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley triathlon is coming up fast, and while the athletes are training hard for race day, the event still needs a strong team of volunteers to make it all happen.

Happy Valley, PA—Chris Bell is the kind of artist who doesn’t just play music—he embodies it. A solo artist, bandleader, producer, teacher, and all-around musical force, Bell pulls from deep wells of American roots tradition, blending blues, country, and rock into a sound that feels both timeless and fresh. With family roots stretching from North Carolina to New York City and a career that’s taken him from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Bell brings a seasoned, soulful energy to every performance.

Happy Valley, PA—Hannah Bingman isn’t your typical folksinger. Her music isn’t about fitting a mold; it’s about breaking it, sanding it down, and carving something deeply human out of the pieces. Raised in rural Pennsylvania and shaped by an ever-shifting list of roles—student, mail carrier, prison librarian, woodworker—Bingman brings every ounce of life lived into her songwriting.

Happy Valley, PA—Caledonia is the kind of band that feels like a front porch jam session with your most talented friends, if your friends happened to be masterful at weaving together country, bluegrass, folk, and Irish influences into something wholly their own.

Happy Valley, PA—Ma’aM is a seven-headed musical tornado whipping up the Central PA scene with a sound that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable. Hailing from somewhere out in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, this band takes the grit of outlaw country and smashes it headfirst into the fuzz of garage rock.

814 Originals, a brand-new video series presented by the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, is set to kick off its first season in Downtown State College, with plans to expand throughout the valleys. To celebrate the official launch of 814 Originals, the series will debut with a special premiere on May 14th at the State Theatre. This kickoff event will include a screening of the first season, featuring a debut music video that highlights all participating artists, and live performances from Mellow Honey, Chris Bell Duo, and Hannah Bingman. Join us for an evening of music, community, and a behind-the-scenes look at the creative energy driving this new series.

Mellow Honey, a psychedelic rock and funk trio from State College, brings a raw, energetic sound built on bold guitar work and rhythmic grooves. Promoted by Local Mojo and performing at iconic spaces like Manny’s Live Performance Space, they’re quickly becoming a standout in the Central PA music scene. Catch them live and be part of the buzz at the 814 Originals season 1 debut on May 14 at the State Theatre!

The America’s Wrestling Cup (AWC) Fargo Tune-Up is set to take place from June 6th-8th, 2025, offering wrestlers a prime opportunity to prepare for the prestigious USA Wrestling Junior and 16U National Championships, commonly known as "Fargo." This freestyle duals event is designed to help athletes refine their skills in a competitive environment before heading to the national stage.

STATE COLLEGE — Hospitality Asset Management Company (HAMCO) announced Jenn Brooks-Stahl as the new corporate sales and marketing director.

Brooks-Stahl has been working in the hospitality community for over 30 years, most recently as general manager of the Wyndham Garden in Boalsburg.