Breakfast is very important to the citizens of State College. Something as simple as "how do you take your coffee?" can lead to a discussion on the relative merits of sugar and an origin story on Colombia's best blend. In a place with such a high population density, being able to stand out amongst your peers is enough of a struggle. Now, when you're catering to the angry whims of hungover, tired college students -- many of whom hail from the New York/New Jersey area and are subsequently complete elitists about bagels -- this task becomes even more tricky. For that reason, our staff got together and argued about the best spot for an early meal downtown, with divisive results.
If you're one of those who loves pumpkin flavored things but fears being called "basic," don't worry, being basic is really in right now. So embrace your love of pumpkin spice by trying out these essential pumpkin-y products downtown this fall, and let the haters hate.
The service industry works hard to get you what you need, so help them out by tipping them properly.
Michael Pilato certainly had a busy Homecoming week, with several major additions on his Heister Street mural. Football fans should recognize some of these new faces next to the "main" Joe Paterno mural image.
A Penn State student pleaded guilty in court Thursday to charges of ethnic intimidation and criminal mischief for painting a swastika as part of a fraternity prank.
With chilly weather creeping up on State College, it's time to start thinking about what you'll be drinking at the bars to get the fall fever.