Morgantown
Daily News
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Work began on the WVU Mountaineer Marching Band's new practice facility — located at Med Fields on Chestnut Ridge Road next to Mountaineer Station — which will host rehearsals, camps and storage in the fall. WDTV
- ➤ Faculty and graduate students are invited to attend the ADVANCE Center writing group today from noon to 2 p.m. in Field Hall, Room 2202 or on Zoom to work on projects such as grant proposals and articles — the Center also has a dissertation group meeting on Friday, March 28 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. — that offers advice and networking for doctoral candidates. West Virginia University
- ➤ Faculty, staff, students and community members are invited to join over 400 state and regional leaders at Focus Forward: Long Live West Virginia on April 22 at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place, where a statewide conference on health, wellness and the future of work will take place. The conference will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—followed by a reception honoring President Gordon Gee from 4:30 to 6 p.m. West Virginia University
- ➤ On March 20, the National Federation of the Blind and its West Virginia branch along with two blind graduate students filed a federal lawsuit against West Virginia University’s Board of Governors, saying the school failed to provide proper course materials and accessible online classes (the suit seeks changes and compensation for the alleged discrimination). WDTV
- ➤ The Division of Talent and Culture reminded employees that a new application is required each year for the 2025-26 Dependent Education Scholarship, and eligible students must be full-time, degree-seeking undergrads under 26 who are dependent children of WVU and WVU Research Corporation benefits-eligible employees. Applications are due by April 1 for summer—June 1 for fall, and students cannot receive the summer award if they already received scholarships for both the preceding fall and spring. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The House of Delegates passed HB 2960 by a 50–48 vote on Tuesday to have the Division of Highways establish a two-year pilot program for contracting snow removal on secondary roads in Monongalia and Preston counties—its sponsor citing a fatal accident on Cheat Lake Bridge as a prompt. Senate lawmakers also amended a Holocaust education bill and a pharmacist prescribing act, and both measures advanced to third reading. The Dominion Post
- ➤ University Police shared severe weather tips during Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week to help residents prepare for tornadoes, flash floods and lightning storms. They advised reviewing emergency plans and seeking shelter when needed—tornado drills took place at 11 a.m. on March 25th. West Virginia University
-
Chase Matthew Concert
8 p.m. | Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall | $10 - $200 | Enjoy an evening of live music with Chase Matthew at a top-rated venue.
-
Walker Taylor Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — $15 — Enjoy the soulful melodies of Walker Taylor, inspired by country music's finest.
-
9 to 5 - The Musical
7-8:30 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the spirited music of Dolly Parton in this delightful adaptation of a classic tale.
-
Henry Clay 30K
12 PM — Coopers Rock State Forest — Registration required — Experience the thrill of mountain biking at this exciting event hosted by the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association.
-
Three Rivers English Springer Spaniel Club Event
April 24-27 — Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center — Entry fee required — Experience a weekend of dog shows with specialties and sweepstakes showcasing the best in English Springer Spaniels.
-
Brian Regan: Live Stand-Up Comedy
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the humorous observations of Brian Regan, renowned for his animated performance and relatable material.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.
~ Tony Robbins
About Morgantown Daily News
Welcome to the Morgantown Daily News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Morgantown, West Virginia community. If you like the Morgantown Daily News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Morgantown.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Morgantown and across West Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Morgantown Daily News
A free Morgantown community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://morgantowndailynews.com/sitemap