Good morning, Morgantown.

The Rape and Domestic Violence Information Center will host its annual Walking with Survivors event on April 18 at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion on Spruce Street.

Participants will walk a mile to Pleasant Street + back, with Dr. Laura Capage delivering keynote remarks and outlining sponsorship opportunities.

FirstEnergy has begun permitting a 1,200-MW natural gas plant set to operate in 2031 at the Fort Martin Power Station site in northern Monongalia County.

The project is expected to create 2,200 jobs and generate over $85 million in tax revenue to meet growing power needs.

Morgantown accepted an $87,440 bid from Veritas Contracting to restore the historic Easton Roller Mill at 54 Easton Mill Road with a new deck, ADA ramp, parking and sidewalk.

The project is set to finish by mid-June with full grant funding & AmeriCorps support.

Bill Casteel, a mechanic technician for the PRT, was chosen for the April Staff Council Classified Staff Showcase to honor his 10 years of service on campus — his work helps keep students, faculty and visitors safely on their way.

The University nears completion of its two-year switch from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone and will offer virtual training for Health Sciences Center employees at 10 a.m. on April 15 and May 20; the transition finishes by July 1 with current telecom charges.

After an injury ended his baseball hopes at Marietta College, senior sport management student Nicholas (Nic) Menarchek is using the University’s sport science facilities to pursue a career as a baseball scout here in Morgantown.

WVU experts warn that rising nicotine pouch use risks student mental function and gum health as social media ads and flavors drive their stealthy spread.

They recommend FDA-approved therapies and counseling through WVU tobacco treatment programs (offering local help).

Local high school sports continue to shine as MHS baseball remains 9-0 after a Tuesday win over Wheeling Park & its boys lacrosse team stays unbeaten at 6-0 with a 20-6 win against Buckhannon-Upshur; Trinity Christian leads Class A at 4-1 while track & softball teams post strong performances.

The annual Mon County Classic takes place this weekend at Kendrick Family Ballpark and Dale Miller Field, featuring top high school baseball teams including all four local schools.

Games start Friday and continue Saturday (with University High, MHS, and others facing tough opponents) to boost community pride and tournament-level play.

WVU coach Rich Rodriguez said quarterbacks Scotty Fox and Michael Hawkins showed good progress in spring practice after a scrimmage on March 8 that let coaches assess their strengths & areas to improve.

They look set to build momentum for the fall season.

At WVU, forward D.J. Thomas and two teammates entered the transfer portal on Tuesday, leaving coach Ross Hodge to adjust his rotation as the team faces a challenging season ahead + fills gaps in key positions.

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.

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.

Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl

4:30–9:00 p.m. — Almost Heaven Bar & Grill — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with lively vibes, festive drinks, and fun contests in downtown Morgantown.

Christian Music Concert in Morgantown

7-11 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting Christian music concert.