Good morning, Morgantown.

Nothing Bundt Cakes opened its store in Morgantown Tuesday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials, business leaders and community members.

WVU launches 5th Fridays, a professional development series starting May 29 at Mountainlair, Greenbrier Room from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; the sessions give employees a chance to reflect on workplace culture and learn simple ways to boost connection, with follow-up meetings planned on July 31 and Oct. 30.

A WVU student from Charles Town has received a Critical Language Scholarship to study Mandarin in Tainan City, Taiwan for an 8-week program this summer.

He plans to build his foreign service skills through a fully funded experience that immerses him in local culture.

Mark Paris began his role as dean of WVU Libraries and Press on April 27 and will lead innovation and strategy across its units & guide the transition as Karen Diaz retires on May 1.

WVU's Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life plans to launch a new oversight system by Fall 2026 to rate Greek organizations on academics, philanthropy and behavior — a change announced by new Director Kyle Shatto to boost campus engagement.

WVU President Michael T.

Benson celebrates the close of his first academic year as classes end on May 1 and Commencement Weekend is scheduled for May 15-17. He invites staff and frontline professionals to Blaney House on May 20 + his Welcome Home Tour continues across local counties.

Governor Morrisey signed two highway safety bills yesterday to enhance road conditions statewide for local drivers.

The West Virginia Athletic Directors Association named coaching staffs for the North-South Basketball All-Star Games on Friday, June 19 at the South Charleston Community Center.

South teams include Garland (Rabbit) Thompson and Amy Chapman, while North All-Stars will be led by Brock Melko and Rob Hawkins; rosters will come soon.

WVU defensive back Andrew Powdrell, a transfer from UNLV and Montana State with bowl and championship game experience, has settled into his role as a veteran leader this spring.

He is set to guide the Mountaineers’ defensive unit as coach Rich Rodriguez develops the team.

Local softball dropped a one-run game to Spring Mills on Monday and will face Steubenville in the OVAC semifinals Wednesday while top-ranked baseball and unbeaten lacrosse teams prepare for Friday’s home games (local schools aim to finish April strong).

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.