Morgantown
Daily News
Monday, April 14th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ RDVIC hosted its 52nd annual Walking with Survivors event Saturday at the Morgantown Farmers Market. Participants walked a mile loop downtown—holding signs and sharing resources to support survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ Monongalia County has become the first in West Virginia to launch the CarePortal platform—an online tool that connects churches, nonprofits, and private citizens with families in crisis. The project, started in 2023 and supported by the Department of Human Services, will expand to Kingwood on May 13—providing extra help for local families in need. MetroNews
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A January crash on I-68 near Morgantown that killed a Pennsylvania man raised concerns when investigators found that driver Sukhjinder Singh needed an interpreter and was accused of hitting another trucker on the Cheat Lake bridge—American Truckers United said non-English speaking drivers pose a growing national risk—calling for an executive order to enforce federal guidelines. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jack Kartsonas pitched seven scoreless innings as No. 23 WVU swept Houston in a three-game series at Schroeder Park, extending its 10-game winning streak. The Mountaineers will face Marshall at 6 p.m. Tuesday. The Dominion Post
- ➤ West Virginia secured guard Honor Huff from Chattanooga to fill a key need on the team. Huff averaged 15.2 points and 2.3 assists last season and narrowed his options to West Virginia, St. John's, Iowa, Pittsburgh and Vanderbilt—making him the program’s first true guard commitment this off-season. The Dominion Post
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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.
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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.
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2025 Spring Electronics Recycle Collection Event
8 AM – 12 PM — Sam's Club — Free entry — Safely dispose of your old electronics while supporting recycling efforts in the community.
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Mylan Park Spring Craft Show
5 AM – 12 PM — Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center — Admission details not specified — Brighten your spring with unique hand-crafted items and great finds at the Mylan Park Spring Show.
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Mountain Stage with David Mayfield
7-11 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of diverse musical performances featuring renowned and emerging artists.
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80's Enough Tribute Band Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Ticket details not mentioned — Relive the best of the 80s with this tribute band's electrifying performance.
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