Morgantown
Daily News
Friday, January 17th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mylan Park is hosting a series of winter activities for children, including obstacle courses, water games, and Mardi Gras-themed events, designed to engage and entertain them. Morgantown Magazine
- ➤ The Grow This: West Virginia Gardening Challenge introduces a space-themed campaign and a new round of seed distribution and competitions to enhance self-sufficiency and community food economy. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU introduces a new short-term paid parking lot ST-7, offering 34 spaces at $1.25 per hour through ParkMobile app payments, enhancing parking options on campus. West Virginia University
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Morgan O'Brien, CEO of Hope Gas, has revitalized the company and community by relocating its headquarters to Morgantown, bringing 150 jobs to the city, and lowering gas rates through local partnerships and expansions. Morgantown Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University Police Chief Sherry St. Clair issues safety reminders to the campus community, stressing vigilance and responsible behavior as the spring semester begins. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University is undergoing its decennial reaffirmation of accreditation process with the Higher Learning Commission to ensure its educational quality and mission align with the required standards. The Daily Athenaeum
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 20-ranked West Virginia University women's basketball team defeated Colorado 73-46, leveraging a strong defensive game to improve their Big 12 conference record to 4-2. West Virginia University
- ➤ Anna Leigh, a WVU gymnast, earns her first Big 12 Co-Event Specialist of the Week honor for her career-best performance. West Virginia University
- ➤ Steve Slaton, former West Virginia University running back, has been announced as a 2025 College Football Hall of Fame inductee, marking him as the seventh Mountaineer to receive this honor. West Virginia University
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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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Mountain Stage Concert
The Mountain Stage Band will perform live at the Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre in Morgantown.
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