Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, January 19th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown Winter Farmers Market in West Virginia provides local produce to shoppers through April, meeting biweekly. WV News
- ➤ The WVU Center for Black Culture celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a Unity Breakfast, emphasizing community unity and awarding Dr. Gregory Epps Sr. for embodying King's principles. WDTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A significant pothole on Interstate 79 southbound near the Goshen Road exit in Morgantown, WV, has led to several cars pulling over due to blown tires. WV News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Morgan O’Brien, President and CEO of Hope Gas, has revitalized and relocated his company to Morgantown, bringing 150 new jobs to the community and reducing gas rates through the use of local resources. Morgantown Magazine
- ➤ The East End Village development in Morgantown, spearheaded by Dave Biafora, is progressing with plans for a $115 million investment that includes over 300 apartments and retail spaces, aiming to enhance the local community and economy. The Dominion Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU nursing school students surpass national average on licensing exam amidst a broader nursing shortage. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown secured a 64-52 win over Parkersburg with a strong finish, outscoring the Big Reds 9-0 in the last five minutes of the East Fairmont Classic basketball game. MetroNews
- ➤ Top-rated high school punter Jimmy Gregg receives a scholarship offer from WVU, marking a significant achievement in his football career. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Javon Small led WVU to a victory over No. 2 Iowa State, scoring 12 of his 27 points in the final 1:38, marking the team's fourth win against a Top 25-ranked opponent this season. The Dominion Post
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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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