Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hope Bash fundraiser for River Road Volunteer Fire Department and WVU Medicine Children’s hospital is scheduled for June 14 at 2:30 p.m. at the Morgantown Marriott Waterfront Place — it will offer a Southern-style buffet, an elimination drawing for a $5,000 prize, a silent auction, and live music from The Sages. Morgantown Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Starting June 23, the WVU Upward Bound summer program will provide free breakfast, lunch and dinner to about 45 high school students at Café Evansdale every Monday through Friday until July 31, except on July 4 and July 14. The program, funded through the USDA Summer Food Service Program, is designed to help students prepare for college life. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ AFGE Local 3430 will hold an informational picket today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of Willowdale Road and Route—addressing NIOSH staffing cuts. WV News
- ➤ Gov. Patrick Morrisey appointed Charles Wilfong and Terry Hauser to serve on the WVU Board of Governors Tuesday to meet a new requirement for having a board member with agricultural expertise. Wilfong has led the West Virginia Farm Bureau since 1997 — Hauser has taught agriculture at Preston High School since 2020. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ The annual TRIP report ranked Morgantown’s roads as the worst in the state with 29% in poor condition and 22% in mediocre condition – rising construction costs and fewer DOT positions have slowed improvements while city officials said they will outline paving projects soon. The Daily Athenaeum
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Summer break in Morgantown prompts families to explore a new list from the WOW Factory that highlights the best spots for kids to play indoors and outdoors—this guide features Levels Arcade on Walnut Street, Launch Pad Trampoline Park, Cryptid Mountain Miniature Golf, the Aquatic Center at Mylan Park and a public art studio at The WOW! Factory. Morgantown Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU baseball, the top seed in the Big 12 tournament, will open today against Cincinnati at 1:30 p.m. at Globe Life Field as coach Sabins said his team must overcome a four-game losing streak—hoping to secure a spot in the NCAA tournament. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Trinity beat Magnolia 9-8 at Lynch Field at Mylan Park — they overcame an early run deficit to win the regional title and earn a state softball tournament trip in South Charleston — marking the school’s first trip to the state event. The Dominion Post
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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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Clay Justice Performance
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a lively evening with Clay Justice in a vibrant Morgantown venue.
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