Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Faculty, staff and community members are invited to attend the Focus Forward conference at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place on April 1. The event includes a networking breakfast, a full conference program until 4:30 p.m. and an optional reception plus opportunities to win grants + AWS credits. West Virginia University
- ➤ Sonja Wilson, who retired in 2019 after a career starting in 1984, now leads the WVU Retirees Association Board (elected president in 2025) and represents Classified Staff. She was inducted into the 2025 Student Life Hall of Fame and helps retirees connect through workshops and trips. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU Day of Giving was held yesterday (Wed, Mar. 25) as President Michael T. Benson urged alumni and friends to make $5 donations online during the 24-hour fundraiser. Hourly challenges offered extra giving opportunities, and the event has raised over $142 million since 2017 for scholarships, research, and academic programs. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Virginians Against Transmission Line Injustice collected 4,000+ signatures to oppose NextEra Energy’s Mid-Atlantic Resiliency Link transmission line set to run through Preston, Mineral and Hampshire counties. The group warns the project would send power to Virginia data centers and urges residents to contact officials before it proceeds. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ State Treasurer Larry Pack presented over $354k in unclaimed property funds to Vandalia Health on Wednesday from 1,151 listings—a move officials say will help subsidize operating costs at facilities in Morgantown and nearby communities. WDTV
- ➤ Open Enrollment for WVU employees begins April 2. They are advised to review benefit details online, update their information, and check their login credentials now to secure health, dental, and vision coverage for the upcoming year. West Virginia University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vandalia Health is restructuring its network into the CAMC and Regional Hospital divisions & reassigning roles as CEO David Ramsey retires; the system is adjusting to Medicaid changes and David Goldberg has left his post. MetroNews
- ➤ Today, WVU Medicine announced it received $1 million from the Highmark Foundation to expand its Food for Mountaineers program, which gives eligible patients pre-paid debit cards to buy fresh produce + support long-term wellness. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ Colorectal cancer rates are rising among younger adults in West Virginia, where cases are about 15% above the national average. Dr. Tariq from WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center urged screening for those aged 45 and up, and part two of Health Check will offer more details (Mon., Mar. 30). WDTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU football coach Rick Trickett is working to improve the offensive line by stressing basics like stance and first step. He will train a mix of freshmen+transfers after his March 24 talk to lower last season's high sack rate. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Jordan Harrison left a legacy at WVU, finishing her career as a finalist for the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year as 25,000 fans filled Hope Coliseum. Her journey from an unheralded arrival to Big 12 tournament Most Outstanding Player showed determination — a tale of local pride and impact. The Dominion Post
- ➤ WVU women’s basketball seniors ended their college careers after a narrow NCAA tournament loss to Kentucky—Coach Mark Kellogg said he will boost the team with transfers and recruits, including Canadian star Chanté Murray, for next season. The Dominion Post
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Stavros Halkias Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night filled with unforgettable laughs from acclaimed comedian Stavros Halkias.
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IDeA State Cancer Trainee Research Conference
April 13-15 — Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place — Registration required — A unique symposium focusing on advancing cancer research through trainee collaboration.
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Ducks Unlimited: WVU Sportsman's Night Out
— Morgantown Elks Lodge #411 — Registration details to be announced — Enjoy a social evening focused on outdoor sports and conservation.
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