Tuesday, February 11th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ University Police offer P.R.O.T.E.C.T. self-defense training for faculty, staff, students, and the Morgantown community to enhance safety and situational awareness. West Virginia University
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown Police Department seeks information on nine persons of interest following a robbery and assault at Casa D’Amici on February 9th. WDTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U92's 2025 'Pledge Your Love to the Moose' fundraising drive aims to raise $7,500 for equipment upgrades, student travel, staff hiring, and a new studio, from Feb. 13-14. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU is offering a Mental Health First Aid training on March 7 via Zoom to teach participants how to assist individuals facing mental health or substance abuse challenges. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU has opened its accreditation self-study for community feedback ahead of a Higher Learning Commission visit for reaffirmation, emphasizing campus-wide involvement and preparedness. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University introduced a new website to centralize resources on compliance, disability support, and initiatives against sexual violence for its community. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University will initiate its 2024 performance review process on March 10 to assess and enhance staff contributions and development in alignment with the institution's core values. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown has set April 29, 2025, as the date for its City Election, announcing key dates and details for the electoral process. WV News
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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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Kathleen Madigan Comedy Show
Kathleen Madigan, acclaimed as the 'funniest woman in America' and a staple on major late-night shows, brings her insightful and humorous observations to the stage for a night of comedy.
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Season IV: Fantasie - Chamber Music Concert
This concert features an eclectic lineup of chamber music works, including Mendelssohn, Frank Bridge, and Dvorak, performed live in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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