Good morning, Morgantown.

Mountaineer Food Bank received a $40,000 grant from EQT Foundation — the funds will support its Mobile Pantry Program and help expand food assistance to more families.

A new law giving teachers more authority over discipline in public schools will take effect on July 2.

Governor Patrick Morrisey said the measure strengthens classroom control — allowing teachers to manage student behavior from arrival until dismissal while maintaining a ban on corporal punishment.

Mack Frantz from the WVDNR said local wildlife adapts to floods by finding higher ground or safe shelter — a way to protect themselves from natural disturbances.

He said many animals, like groundhogs and deer, change habits and feed at cooler times—actions that help them handle the intense heat.

Del. Evan Hansen called for Del.

Ian Masters to resign after Masters was linked to an anti-Semitic Instagram comment posted from his personal account in April. Legislative leaders are investigating the matter — Masters denies making the post and says a bad actor hacked his account.

The West Virginia Department of Human Services received USDA approval on Thursday to extend the 10-day reporting period for SNAP replacement benefits lost due to flooding — the change gives affected families more time to report their losses.

Guard Javon Small was picked by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 48th pick after a strong season at WVU — he is the first player from the school drafted since 2021.

WVU baseball head coach Steve Sabins was named the 2025 ABCA East Region Coach of the Year by ATEC Sports.

In his first season he led the team to a 44-16 record—earning the first outright Big 12 regular season title—and they reached a second consecutive NCAA Super Regional.

Mahoning Valley Scrappers at West Virginia Black Bears

7:59-10:59 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Ticketed event — Enjoy an exciting baseball game between the Scrappers and Black Bears.

The Marshall Lowry Band Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Check the event for entry details — Enjoy live music as part of the 35th Annual Joz Noz Kidz Legends Weekend.

Mahoning Valley Scrappers at West Virginia Black Bears

7-10 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of minor league baseball action in Mountaineer country.

Mahoning Valley Scrappers Take on West Virginia Black Bears

7:59-10:59 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between two competitive teams.

Comedy Night at Tipsy Teeze

8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Ages 21+ — Enjoy live comedy performances from talented comedians for a night of laughs.