Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, January 16th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ryan Sweeney is suing the Sigma Chi fraternity's Mu Mu Chapter and its international organization for injuries sustained from being pushed off a wall at a St. Patrick’s Day party which he alleges was due to negligence, including excessive alcohol serving and lack of security. The Daily Athenaeum
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The seventh annual Research Week, set for April 7-11, invites submissions for activities, events, and workshops that highlight faculty, staff, and student research. West Virginia University
- ➤ Monongalia County Schools has used all their allotted Snow Days for the 2024-25 school year, facing potential scheduling challenges amid ongoing severe winter weather. MetroNews
- ➤ Eligible students must apply by Jan. 31 for the 2025-26 Mountaineer mascot position. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monongalia County officials express optimism about potential road improvements and more effective collaboration with the WV Division of Highways following leadership changes. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 20 West Virginia overcame a halftime deficit to decisively defeat Colorado 73-46, evening the season series between the two. MetroNews
- ➤ WVU's baseball team, under first-year head coach Steve Sabins, is preparing for their season opener in 30 days against Jacksonville, with emphasis on utilizing outdoor practices amidst winter conditions and focusing on pitcher and player development. MetroNews
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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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2025 West Virginia RV Show
The 2025 West Virginia RV Show features over 50 RV models, on-site financing, exclusive pricing, and seminars by industry experts at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center.
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West Virginia Chocolate, Wine and Shine Festival
The WV Chocolate, Wine & Shine Festival features a variety of chocolatiers, specialty foods, and West Virginia wines and moonshines at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center.
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