Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
Good morning, Morgantown.
600 households with seniors including 300 in the Mountaineer Food Bank area lost eligibility for the state’s Senior Food Box Program while the bank lost $1.7 million used for local farmer purchases.
Mountaineer Food Bank also cut TFAP food deliveries by 15-30% following a $1 billion federal funding cut and its director said community support is urgently needed.
WDTV won the best small market television station award at the West Virginia Broadcasters Association Awards (Saturday, April 26th) and Alan Dye received the best feature news report award.
Guests gathered Saturday at West Virginia Heritage Crafts in Mount Clare to celebrate the first ever West Virginia Heritage Music Day & enjoy bluegrass and old-time music despite rainy conditions.
Protests took place this week against federal cuts and immigration efforts while lawmakers signed a new law to reduce dangerous drugs on local streets.
A rising Black poet is building an Appalachian audience—researchers are also studying a local plant’s ability to neutralize poison.
WVU offensive lineman Wyatt Milum was chosen by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the 89th overall pick in the third round of the NFL Draft.
He played 43 of 47 games over four seasons — earning Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year honors last year.
The 14th-ranked West Virginia Mountaineers beat UCF 4-1 at John Euliano Park on Friday night—using just one hit in the seventh to score four runs and secure a two-game lead in the Big 12 standings.
University High School boys lacrosse team extended their winning streak to 10 games by defeating Musselman 18-1 Friday evening at Mylan Pharmaceutical Stadium—13 players scored while the Hawks controlled the match from the start.
They will travel to Preston on Tuesday and host Morgantown on May 2 at Baker’s Ridge as they continue their push toward the playoffs.
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.
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.
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.
Meyer's Outdoor RV Show
— May 15-18 — Dunham's Sports — Free entry — Experience adventure with over 40 RV models and nationwide delivery options.
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.
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.
WV Three Rivers Festival
5-10 p.m. — Palatine Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with parades, food, and fireworks at this family-friendly festival.
90s & 00s Night with Motorcycle Drive-By
8 PM - 2 AM — Tropics — Entry fee unknown — Celebrate the return of Motorcycle Drive-By while singing along to your favorite hits from the 90s and 00s.
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