Morgantown
Daily News
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The WVU-MLK Unity Breakfast honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by recognizing young leaders and scholarship recipients dedicated to societal improvement. The Dominion Post
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. MetroNews
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman was arrested for embezzling funds and committing fraud at East Oak Grove Cemetery in Morgantown, WV, after a year-long investigation. MetroNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. MetroNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Dominion Post
- ➤ High school sports in Morgantown resumed after snowstorms, featuring key wins for the Morgantown Mohigans in basketball and the University Hawks in wrestling. 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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