Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown's 2024 was marked by debates over a camping ban, the closure of a key homeless shelter, and various city and county initiatives impacting connectivity, transportation, and housing development. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The Monongalia County Commission highlighted 2024 as a year of collaborative success, winning awards and fostering partnerships to address community issues and promote development. MetroNews
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms with straight-line winds caused widespread damage, toppled trees and powerlines, and left thousands without power in Monongalia and Marion counties, West Virginia. MetroNews
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Turnpike tolls have increased to $4.50 for passenger vehicles and higher rates for commercial vehicles, with an emphasis on the benefits of using E-ZPass. MetroNews
- ➤ West Virginia citizens are set to benefit from a series of state income tax reductions totaling 6% this year, following economic growth triggers and legislative actions. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WVU men's basketball team, led by Darian DeVries, triumphed over No. 7 Kansas despite pre-game challenges, showcasing resilience and determination. The Dominion Post
- ➤ J.J. Quinerly scored 31 points, helping the No. 18 WVU women's basketball team achieve an 80-58 victory over UCF, marking their first Big 12 win of the season. The Dominion Post
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Bryce Nolan & Alexis Miller Live Performance
Bryce Nolan and Alexis Miller will perform live music at Tipsy Teeze in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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Matt Woods Live Concert
Matt Woods will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar in Morgantown, offering a night of music from 8 PM to midnight.
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Mountain Stage Concert Featuring The Mountain Stage Band
Experience a live concert by The Mountain Stage Band at the Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre in Morgantown.
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Nick Davisson Live Performance
Nick Davisson will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown.
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Bob Huggins Fish Fry Benefit
The Bob Huggins Fish Fry is a longstanding community benefit event featuring food, live music, auctions, and proceeds supporting local causes.
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