Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A West Virginia University student was charged with attempted first-degree murder after he allegedly stabbed a man on Forest Avenue on April 6, leaving the victim with multiple stab wounds while police reviewed video footage of the incident. WDTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Writers’ Workshop will run July 17-20 on the Downtown campus to give writers a chance to improve their craft—prize-winning poet and novelist Joy Priest, the 2020 recipient of the Donald Hall Prize for Poetry, will give a craft talk and lead a writing exercise. West Virginia University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The WVU Talent and Culture team has shifted the performance review schedule for the 2024 process—allowing supervisors extra time to complete evaluations for classified, non-classified, and selected FE/AP employees. Supervisors must finish evaluations by April 23, 11:59 p.m.—analytic reports will be reviewed from April 28 to April 30, final ratings authorized by May 5, and employee review meetings held from May 7 to May 23. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU Libraries is announcing that it will continue transformative agreement deals which reduce or cover Article Processing Charges for faculty open access publications. The deals support researchers in publishing in select journals+ ensuring their work is accessible worldwide. West Virginia University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ American Rivers listed the Gauley River as one of the most endangered because mining on its Cherry River — run by South Fork Coal Company on 3,600 acres in Greenbrier and Pocahontas counties — has released sediment and toxic metals that harm local wildlife and water activities. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ The WVU Office of Sustainability will launch Earth Week on Monday, April 21 with a free 'Make It, Take It' seed planting kit giveaway at the Mountainlair Commons. The week will feature events—such as wildflower walks, plant-based menus, a tree planting ceremony, and recycling opportunities—focused on protecting land and water. West Virginia University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at WVU Medicine are seeking rural mothers who recently gave birth to join a study on movement and sleep after childbirth—participants will wear two monitors for about a week, answer questionnaires, and complete an interview to receive up to $75. West Virginia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Todd Duncan finished 11th and junior Kaleb Wilson finished 13th to lead the WVU golf team in the 10th Mountaineer Invitational at Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport+ the team placed fourth overall and will prepare for the Big 12 Championship next Tuesday at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Oklahoma. West Virginia University
- ➤ Tuesday evening, West Virginia University baseball defeated Marshall 5 to 4 at Jack Cook Field when redshirt junior Chase Swain stole home in the ninth inning to secure the win. The Mountaineers hold an eleven game winning streak — they will face Cincinnati today at 6:30 p.m. at Kendrick Family Ballpark. West Virginia University
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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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Meyer's Outdoor RV Show
— May 15-18 — Dunham's Sports — Free entry — Experience adventure with over 40 RV models and nationwide delivery options.
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Lindsay and The Relics Concert
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — $10 — Enjoy a night of classic rock and pop for a great cause supporting Cydney DeBastiani.
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Tribute to Green Day and Black Sabbath by Dry Spell
8-11:30 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — No cover charge — Experience hard-hitting tributes to iconic rock bands in a vibrant local venue.
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