Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends Feeding Friends is continuing its work to educate locals about homelessness in Morgantown. The program began yesterday (Mar. 28) and will offer sessions and community resources to help residents understand challenges and find support. WDTV
- ➤ Preston High School Interact Club crafted 20 no-sew WVU-themed tie blankets that were delivered to WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital. The project showcased local care & creativity in supporting young patients. WV News
- ➤ Sundale Nursing Home partnered with WVU Medicine Hospice on Saturday to host an Easter egg hunt for children with snacks and fun appearances by the Chick-fil-A cow, the Easter bunny and three living bunnies, which brought joy to residents and their families. WDTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Marion County leaders are discussing a regional economic development strategy as new businesses open and more growth opportunities arise, and they believe a coordinated approach can boost economic activity across the region. WV News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DNR will stock over 50,000 golden trout in 69 waters from March 30 through April 11 to boost the Gold Rush event and help families fish in state parks; anglers with trout bearing numbered tags can win prizes (including a free lifetime fishing license, park stay and gift cards). MetroNews
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Following a successful pilot, WVU Medicine is now deploying the Abridge AI platform to over 1,800 clinicians so that doctors can record patient visits and quickly generate clinical notes for MyChart; the tool helps them focus on care and reduce after-hours documentation. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University held a free meet and greet on Saturday at Meadowbrook Mall, where fans met two football players and got autographs and photos. Music and entertainment boosted the fun atmosphere for attendees. WDTV
- ➤ Rich Rodriguez plans to boost his 2026 offense by traveling with five tight ends, including returning player Ryan Ward and transfers Josh Sapp and Cam Ball. He said the varied roles will help his team adapt and maintain a strong run game on the field in Morgantown. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Junior guard Jeriyah Pryor was honored with the Ostrowski Award today as West Virginia’s top high school girls basketball player at George Washington. She missed five games due to an ankle injury but returned to earn state player of the year honors (joining a rare legacy at GW). MetroNews
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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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