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Award-winning interview: Amie Bantz on her “Lunchbox Moments” art exhibit aimed at anti-Asian hate

Asian American artist Amie Bantz talks about her “Lunchbox Moments” installation currently at the Penn State.

This story was published February 25, 2022

 

At PA Firefly Festival in Forest County, visitors and researchers experience synchronous fireflies

Every year, fireflies — including synchronous ones — are the stars of the Pennsylvania Firefly Festival in Forest County, Pennsylvania, drawing both firefly fans and researchers looking to learn more about lightning bugs.

This story was published July 10, 2024

 

Navigating Inflation: Tyrone businesses deal with fluctuating food costs

Student reporters with Penn State’s News Lab visited Blair County to see how its people and businesses are navigating high inflation and prices.

This story was published May 25, 2023

 

 

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