A police officer in Jefferson County encountered some unusual -- and unwanted -- excitement Wednesday when he suddenly found himself face-to-face with an armed escapee from the State Corretional Institution at Rockview. Students with kickin' stereos may have their cars silenced if they fall victim to a recent rash of car break-ins. Centre County residents could pay an additional $1.25 to their monthly phone bill in order to implement a countywide 911 emergency service. The University is suing the Michael Baker Jr. Inc. design firm because of structural problems in Beaver Stadium. Some Penn State students recently experienced racism for the first time. Smiles abounded and cries of delight resounded through the corridors of Tener Hall where residents put on the 10th annual Halloween party for physically and mentally disabled adults. There will be no more layoffs. The Centre County commissioners have finished eliminating county positions, according to Chairwoman Vicki Wedler. The commissioners will begin reviewing department functions as the next step in balancing the county's budget. Sometimes, even in a political campaign, winning isn't everything -- just ask Marcus Ronaldi. The big dilemma-of-the-week: what to be for Halloween. Although there is a plethora of costumes to choose from, cost may be the key. Eric McCall is concerned that skyrocketing costs for higher education are going to stop a lot of young people from entering college. So he's going to vote for Democrat Bill Clinton.
The Lady Booters are out for revenge. When the women's soccer club travels to the Big Ten Championships this weekend at Ohio State, the Lady Booters (10-3-1) have to face Michigan in the first of three games. It's the same Michigan squad the Lady Booters tied 3-3 when they let a two-goal lead slip away in the second half. After suffering two disheartening losses last weekend, the Lady Lions find themselves in a must-win situation if they hope to keep their dreams, and make it to the NCAAs. As the men's soccer team ends its regular season Sunday afternoon at Connecticut, it will also mark the final regular season game for senior defenseman Matt Woolley. Going away to college for the first time is difficult, but when you have to juggle golf tournaments and practices along with your academics the pressures magnify. The Women's Rugby Club is ready to "ruck and roll" again, as it prepares for the Allegheny Rugby Union Championship game at noon Saturday behind the Flower Gardens. The members of the men's cross country team have run hundreds of miles in training this season, all to prepare for the next eight days. Colleen Glyde raced off to her Penn State running career with an eighth place finish in her first meet. The next time you're cheering at Beaver Stadium, realize you're psyching up more than just the football team. Quarterback John Sacca's injury-plagued season came to an end Wednesday afternoon when he injured his knee during practice. While tomorrow's matchup between Penn State and Brigham Young will showcase two of the nation's most explosive offenses, it may be the defense that decides who wins and who loses. During the preseason, Ryan Hancock was third on Brigham Young's quarterback depth chart, and unsure about his football future. But eight weeks and two quarterbacks later, Hancock was thrust into the prestigious role of starting Cougar quarterback. It's a big weekend for streaks for the Lady Lion volleyball team. Senior goalkeeper John Gray finds that he is the key to the Icer's run and gun offense, and he does not even have to leave the goal. My Opinion: Scott Brown
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