It’s no secret that when it comes to small towns, State College is a “Best Of” shoo-in – just ask USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, Time, Forbes, and National Geographic. We consistently top the charts for safest, happiest, and smartest towns in America, and it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re looking to enter […]

For professionals and businesses considering working in, or with companies in, Happy Valley, nothing can compete. Business Insider ranked State College fourth in its recent 21 best cities in the Northeast to live in after the coronavirus, but the city isn’t new to “best cities” lists. State College previously ranked 26th overall in best cities […]

What makes Happy Valley a great place to do business? We asked a few local entrepreneurs and business leaders. Here's what they had to say. Actuated Medical CEO, co-founder and owner Maureen L. Mulvihill: “The people that work in central Pennsylvania are working individuals; they love coming to work and they love where they live. […]

Both Penn State and Happy Valley have long been favorites on "best of" lists, both in terms of business and livability. In fact, there are so many that it’s hard to separate the innovation and achievement accolades from awards like ‘best places to live’ and ‘best hockey town.’ That’s because Happy Valley has found the […]

Young professionals find the right mix in Happy Valley. The data is in: More Millennials are putting down roots in State College, either sticking around after graduation or moving to the area to pursue career opportunities. State College ranks as the ninth most popular city for Millennial home ownership, thanks to housing costs, a healthy […]