Penn State is again offering money to State College taverns which close or refuse to sell alcohol for State Patty's Day, but this year taverns will be paid between $2,500 and $7,500 -- depending on their occupancy -- instead of a flat $5,000 each.

The Centre Daily Times reports businesses with occupancy for up to 100 customers would receive $2,500; those with up to 200 customers will receive $5,000; those with up to 349 customers will receive $6,000; and those with room for 350 or more will receive $7,500.

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A rendering of the columbarium memorial that is estimated to be completed by next summer or fall in the southeast part of Oakland Cemetery, officials said. (Courtesy of Historic Oakland Foundation)

Credit: Historic Oakland Foundation