Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Federal cuts have hurt school meals across West Virginia and many schools are now looking for ways to keep kids fed with healthier options—actress Jennifer Garner has discussed school-business partnerships to promote healthy eating on the West Virginia Week podcast. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monongalia County Commissioner Sean Sikora said the broadband projects have already shown progress with work seen on the Halleck Road area and plans to use 223.5 miles of fiber to connect 2,550 addresses. The commission spent about $8 million of ARPA funds—leveraging over $20 million from Comcast and Frontier—to upgrade service while meeting a spending deadline of Dec. 31, 2026. The Dominion Post
- ➤ District 4 Manager Earl Gaskins said the Green Bag Road roundabout project is delayed because eight parcels are still needed and the court is busy with eminent domain cases — he added that work on the Morgantown Industrial Park bridge will start early next year while resurface work on Holland Avenue is set for the next fiscal year. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MHS starting pitcher Maddox Boggs led his team to a three nil shutout against University on Friday evening by throwing a complete game in 81 pitches & advancing the Mohigans to the Class AAAA Region I championship series where they will face top-seeded Wheeling Park. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Steve Sabins said the Mountaineers lost key games recently, including a 7 to 0 defeat by Kansas that dented a season which began with a Big 12 title. They will play in the Big 12 tournament next week and the NCAA tournament afterward as Sabins believes the team can still finish strong — he said the season is not over yet. The Dominion Post
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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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Free Play Freedom Day
9 AM – 8 PM — Peak Health Aquatic Center at Mylan Park — Free entry — Dive into fun with free swimming, splash pad, and a movie night at dusk.
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Ben Benson Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — $10 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Ben Benson in a vibrant local venue.
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2025 High Point National - Pro Motocross - Round 4
6-9 a.m. — High Point Raceway — Check website for costs — Witness the thrilling competition of top pro motocross racers and enjoy local fare in an interactive Sponsor Village.
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