April 2013
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The Rathskeller’s Sobering Ties to Prohibition
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It was a monumental day in American history, December 5, 1933, when the United States officially ratified the Twenty-first Amendment. Prohibition, and what must have been a long 13 years, finally came to an end. Steering State College towards its natural (mostly drunken) homeostasis, The All-American Rathskeller — known then as The Rathskeller &…
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Springtime Heat Wave Brings Burst of Outdoor Activity
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The area’s reputation for erratic weather has been reaffirmed over the past three days, with temperatures pushing into the upper 70s. Green spaces occupied by squirrels and rabbits have been taken over by students, turning lawns into makeshift “beaches.”
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Countdown to Blue-White / 9 Days: Penn State’s Top 5 Springtime Quarterback Battles
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No matter who’s the coach, at Penn State the fight to be the No. 1 quarterback is almost a rite of spring. Beginning with Todd Blackledge’s (left) efforts in 1980, here’s a look at some of the most heated competitions to win the starting quarterback job in Penn State history.
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Penn State Football: Notes and Observations from Nittany Lions’ Latest Spring Practice
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Bill O’Brien is focused on keeping everyone healthy. A few comments and notes from Penn State’s latest spring practice.
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Penn State Basketball: Ackerman and Maduegbunam Set to Transfer at Semester’s End
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Penn State officially confirmed Wednesday afternoon that sophomore forward Patrick Ackerman and freshman guard Akosa Maduegbunam will transfer from the program. “As I do every year, I talked with each of our players at end the season to evaluate where they are and to set a course for success in their future,” Penn State coach Patrick Chambers said in…
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Viral Videos: Could be the World’s Worst Burglar
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It’s hard to believe that somebody who’s up to no good could be so terribly bad at it. In today’s Viral Video you’ll see a would-be thief who forgets to pull his mask down, who botches the break-in and tops it all off moments later by falling on his face.
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Posted
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The National Weather Service has posted a severe thunderstorm warning for State College and surrounding areas. The warning will remain in effect until 4:00 p.m.