Morgantown
Daily News
Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University organizes a donation drive to aid southern West Virginia's flood recovery, collecting supplies from February 25th to 27th. WDTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University is spearheading a study to enhance economic durability in energy-dependent rural areas with a $100,000 grant from the Resilient Energy Economies initiative. WVU Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michael T. Benson has been announced as the 27th president of West Virginia University on February 24, 2025. West Virginia University
- ➤ Short-term parking at WVU's Mountainlair garage will be limited on Feb. 28 due to Experience Honors Day, with alternative parking options available. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU Research Office provides a dedicated web page for updates on federal executive orders and funding statuses, assisting the university community in navigating potential impacts. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill to align municipal election dates with statewide elections by July 1, 2030, aiming to save money and increase voter turnout. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 10 Parkersburg South defeats top-ranked Morgantown 60-51 in a high school basketball game, highlighted by Taj Joyce's standout performance. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Junior Sam White's 10th-inning solo home run secured a 5-4 victory for West Virginia University's baseball team over Lipscomb, marking WVU's best season start since 1966. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia's basketball team avenged an earlier defeat by beating TCU 73-55, with Javon Small contributing 23 points and 10 assists, enhancing their NCAA Tournament prospects. MetroNews
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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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Carnival Night Out for Kids
This event offers a fun-filled evening of activities and games for children, allowing parents a night off while their kids engage with the cast of Morgantown Dance.
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IXL Live Workshop in Morgantown, WV
This hands-on workshop offers educators the opportunity to explore effective strategies for using IXL's assessment tools and curriculum in their classrooms.
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Live Performance by the Davisson Brothers Band
The Davisson Brothers Band, a genre-blurring mountain rock band, will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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Cassidy Paige Band Live Performance
The Cassidy Paige Band will perform alongside special guest Alec Angus at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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JCPenney Suit-Up Event at Morgantown Mall
This event offers exclusive discounts on professional attire for all WVU students, including suits, dresses, and accessories.
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