Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
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🏘️ Community
The WVU-MLK Unity Breakfast honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by recognizing young leaders and scholarship recipients dedicated to societal improvement.
🚧 Accidents
Northcentral West Virginia faced severe winter conditions, with 5-6 inches of snow leading to over 50 vehicle accidents and causing the postponement of a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event.
🚨 Crime
A woman was arrested for embezzling funds and committing fraud at East Oak Grove Cemetery in Morgantown, WV, after a year-long investigation.
🎓 Education
Monongalia County, W.Va. introduces five new School Safety Officers to elementary schools to enhance security, leveraging retired law enforcement and military personnel with deep local experience.
🏛️ Government
The Morgantown Monongalia Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board approved a new Transportation Improvement Program with $227 million in funding for various projects over five years.
🏈 Sports
After returning to the AP top 25 at No. 23, West Virginia University's basketball team aims to maintain momentum against a struggling Arizona State following recent significant victories.
High school sports in Morgantown resumed after snowstorms, featuring key wins for the Morgantown Mohigans in basketball and the University Hawks in wrestling.
🎉 Morgantown Events
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Nick Davisson Live Performance
Nick Davisson will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown.
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.
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.
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.
Mountain Stage Concert
The Mountain Stage Band will perform live at the Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre in Morgantown.
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