Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, January 30th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Valentine's Day-themed Kid’s Night Out event offers children aged 5-12 engaging activities at the Student Rec Center, providing parents a break. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia residents must sign up by January 31 for free seeds from WVU Extension's 'Grow This: West Virginia Garden Challenge' to participate in a statewide gardening competition designed to promote local food security and community engagement. West Virginia University
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two ex-Hopemont Hospital employees were charged with neglect causing the death of a patient, facing 5-15 years in prison if convicted. The Dominion Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The REACH Student Success Center is hosting an open house to showcase its comprehensive academic support services for undergraduates. West Virginia University
- ➤ 48 West Virginia University student-athletes have been honored on the 2024 Fall Academic All-Big 12 Conference Team for their academic achievements. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey issued an executive order to stop Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in state-funded agencies and institutions, requiring a review and elimination plan of such programs. The Daily Athenaeum
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia faces a challenging matchup against the surging 16-3 Houston team at WVU Coliseum in an attempt to end its current losing streak. West Virginia University
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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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Bryce Nolan Live Performance
Bryce Nolan will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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Morgantown Polar Plunge for Special Olympics WV
Participants will plunge into Cheat Lake at Dockside Grille to raise funds for Special Olympics athletes, with various prizes and participant perks based on fundraising levels.
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Chance Stanley Acoustic Show
Chance Stanley, a singer-songwriter from Mississippi, will perform an acoustic show at Gene's Beer Garden with no cover charge, open to all ages.
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WV Hunting and Fishing Show 2025
The WV Hunting and Fishing Show features a wide range of outdoor products and services, making it the largest outdoor event in the region.
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