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In today's newsletter:

  • How did a bullet end up inside this State College charter school?
  • How much will State College’s tax hike really cost you next year?
  • Meet the 101-year-old State College veteran now knighted by France

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Colder with snow showers, with a high of 27 and low of 23 degrees.
  • Friday: Variable clouds with flurries, temps: high: 31, low: 21.
  • Saturday: Low clouds and breezy, with a high of 31 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

1. State College charter school, police investigating after bullet found in building (centredaily.com) — A bullet was found inside Young Scholars of Central Pennsylvania Charter School on Westerly Parkway in State College, prompting an investigation by school officials and police. Early review suggests no active threat, and classes are continuing as normal while safety procedures remain unchanged. Families are being kept informed, and anyone with information is urged to contact the school.
   

2. State College Borough reduces proposed tax hike amid ongoing budget discussions (wjactv.com) — State College Borough leaders have scaled back next year’s proposed real estate tax increase from 8 mils to 2 mils, but they’re still wrestling with a structural budget deficit. Council is debating whether to delay hiring three additional police officers and is exploring a possible local alcohol tax, with a final budget vote scheduled for Monday night.
   

3. WWII veteran in State College earns France's highest honor (wtaj.com) — A 101-year-old State College resident, Air Force veteran John Homan, has been awarded France’s prestigious Legion of Honor for flying 34 combat missions and later delivering supplies during World War II. French officials visited to personally thank him, and Homan dedicated the medal to the ten crewmates who flew every mission alongside him.
   

4. Baby Goats Show Up for Cuddles in Their Christmas Sweaters and We Can't Handle the Cuteness (myrtlebeachonline.com) — If you’ve ever wanted to cuddle baby goats in Christmas sweaters, a viral video from Nittany Meadow Farm near State College shows exactly what you’re missing. The clip, filmed by a local creator, captures tiny goats trotting in festive outfits for a cuddle session that has commenters across Central PA wishing they could join the fun.
   

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  • Leading with Sustainability: Juniper’s Green Canopy Initiative Builds a Healthier Tomorrow —Sofia Fiorita Read on Patch
  • Seasonal affective disorder is more than just the winter blues.
    If you are feeling depressed, reach out to your doctor or a mental health professional for help. If you need immediate assistance, help is available!… (Nextdoor )
  • My elderly mother wants me to drive her around to look at Christmas lights.
    Are there any streets/blocks/areas that really put on the ritz? (Nextdoor Park Forest Village)
  • Cintas Corporation posted a job opening for Warehouse Associate - Loader/Unloader (4-Day Workweek) - 2nd Shift in State College. Apply here.
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