Lions' Digest

Protesters gather in downtown State College, wearing masks and holding signs. One sign reads

State College Screams “Black Lives Matter”

June 11, 2020

Seniors Respond to Cancellations of Senior Events

May 2, 2020

The class of 2020 is mourning the loss of senior prom, graduation and many memories they were supposed to have during their senior year of high school. On April 21, an email was sent out to State High seniors and their families...

Helping the Community From Behind a Mask

May 2, 2020

Freshman Luciano Ragonese reads his newest book choice.

Five Tips For Staying Sane in Quarantine

April 29, 2020

Tonya Talone, a long time Meals on Wheels volunteer, works on the packaging line to produce meals for homebound members of the community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, State College Area Meals on Wheels has had to make drastic changes to their operations to ensure client and volunteer safety. “Instead of baking, I'm filling bags with nonperishable prepackaged foods or I’m working on the line, putting the hot meal in the trays to be sealed,” Talone said.

A Meal That Matters: How Meals On Wheels is Adapting to COVID-19

April 21, 2020

Snyder and siblings during homeschooling a few years ago.

Opinion: Now Is Not the Time for Homeschooling

April 7, 2020

The short story dispenser prints a variety of short stories for State High’s enjoyment and currently stands at the front entrance to the library. “The dispenser is a great option for students to use for a mindful moment and to relieve some stress,” State High counselor Suzanne Lyke said. Stop into the library today to read your own short story.

My Mental Health Matters Club Permanently Brings Back Short Story Dispenser

February 26, 2020

The childhood home of Luke Skywalker, originally seen in the original 1977 Star Wars (A New Hope), is the sight of the final scene of The Rise of Skywalker.
The connection brought the saga full circle from the first movie to the last.
While it got mixed reviews from fans and critics, The Rise of Skyalker was a fitting end to the Star Wars saga.

The End of Star Wars (Spoilers Ahead)

February 26, 2020

State College Diving senior Marcus Wheeler gives his teammates high fives in celebration of the Swimming/Diving Senior Night on January 23. Senior Night was created in recognition of the seniors who serve as captains, leaders, and role models on the team, and has become an annual holiday for State High Swimming and Diving. The night included a photo slideshow, videos, speeches, gifts, and snacks, all in honor of the team seniors. “The best part of being a senior this season has been getting to know the underclassmen that will become the future of the team. I'm glad I got to share this final year with my fellow seniors and it's incredible to see how far we've come,” Wheeler said.

Senior Swim/Dive Night: A Celebration of Change and Legacy

February 25, 2020

Two Delta students, Lena Logan Adams and Miranda Marks strike outside the Municipal Building on a Friday walkout. Even in cold weather, these girls leave school to make their beliefs heard.

Truancy for Change

February 25, 2020

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, one of the frontrunners in the Democratic Primary, suffered a narrow defeat in the Iowa Caucus but managed to pull out a win against Pete Buttegieg in New Hampshire. (Image courtesy of Imagequest)

Presidential Primaries Kick Off in Iowa and New Hampshire

February 21, 2020