Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ WVU Police arrested 21-year-old Kaden James Vinar for a stabbing during a fight at a private residence at 565 Price Street near campus on May 2 — the student victim received treatment for a leg wound and Vinar was arraigned on May 3. WVU Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hope Gas filed a proposal with the Public Service Commission this week to raise its base rates after its first base rate case since 2020—proposing monthly bill increases ranging from $21.10 to $33.74 and a two-year pilot discount for 2,500 low-income customers. If approved, the new rates will take effect Feb. 25, 2026 and the commission will review the request for 300 days. The Dominion Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Logan County Commission voted unanimously on Friday in a special meeting to reject an $81 million proposal from West Virginia American Water to buy two public service districts, which would have paid off $45 million in debt. WV American Water’s director said local feedback was mixed and the company will remain ready to assist Logan County if needed. MetroNews
- ➤ During West Virginia Week, the federal government announced funding cuts to programs like Americorps while Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said she is working to bring back federal workers in Morgantown—Gov. Patrick Morrisey signed a law that requires a photo ID to vote and the city banned camping on public property. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ State School Superintendent Michele Blatt told county superintendents Friday evening that Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s executive order—allowing religious exemptions for school vaccine rules—will remain in effect while counties are instructed to honor any granted exemption requests; Blatt rescinded an earlier memo and is working with the governor’s office to issue clear county guidance. This change comes as state lawmakers have not updated the law to include a religious exemption. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, University High School won a rain-shortened baseball game against Laurel Highlands, beating them 5 to 1 as senior pitcher Jacob Kennison pitched five innings and allowed only two hits. The Hawks have won eight of their last 12 games and will face Preston on Monday at 5:30 p.m. The Dominion Post
- ➤ On Friday night at Mylan Pharmaceutical Stadium, thunderstorms delayed play for 90 minutes before Morgantown bested University 14-7 in the regular season finale, with senior Aydan Shepard scoring eight goals—his 100th career goal—in a back-and-forth game. Both teams will host quarterfinal matchups next week as part of the WVSLA playoffs. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Morgantown's softball team beat Parkersburg South 3-1 in the OVAC Class 5A Championship at Wheeling Park High School after a two-hour delay—caused by dark skies that postponed the first pitch. The win brought Morgantown to 19-9 while Parkersburg fell to 16-7 and will join the Mountain State Athletic Conference next season. The Dominion Post
- ➤ West Virginia added nine new players to the football team on April 27—including defensive back Darrian Lewis, offensive lineman Carson Lee and running back Jaylan Knighton—after a busy week in the transfer portal. The moves bring fresh talent from SEC schools and Power Four programs as coach Rich Rodriguez works to boost the roster for the upcoming season. The Dominion Post
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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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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.
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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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Girls' Night Out 2025: Roaring '20s
6-10 p.m. — Erickson Alumni Center — Fundraiser for child abuse victims — Step back in time for a glitzy evening supporting local children in need.
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Laurel Mountain Tumbleweed Performance
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — $10 — Enjoy a night of live music with Laurel Mountain Tumbleweed in Morgantown's vibrant venue.
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Open House at 2052 Mountain Ash Lane
2-4 p.m. — 2052 Mountain Ash Lane, Westover, WV — Free entry — Explore a luxury townhome in a serene community with stunning mountain views and upscale amenities.
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