Good morning, Morgantown.

Towns will celebrate Fourth of July on July 4 with live music, parades and fireworks as family-friendly events take place across the state.

Professional Photographers of West Virginia will hold America’s 250th Photo Contest for amateur & professional photographers to submit up to five photos taken in West Virginia from July 2 to July 6, with entries due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, and winners announced on August 1.

Gas prices fell in several communities this week as the national average stayed below $4 per gallon for the second straight week.

Local drivers may see lower fuel costs as the trend continues.

WVU researcher Chris Fowler is linking NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission with classrooms by bringing real spacecraft data to West Virginia schools & inspiring student interest in space science.

Gov. Morrisey said today his administration will work with state education officials on funding and regulatory reforms to help reduce more school closures (state officials noted a loss of 5,000 students so far) while lawmakers urge swift actions to cut costs.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey detailed West Virginia’s America 250 celebration schedule for four days of festivities starting Thursday in Charleston — he said community observances will take place across the state.

New transfer quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. is learning from ex-star Pat White with film sessions & designed run drills as he prepares to compete against Scotty Fox Jr. for the starting spot in fall camp.

Tommy Evans, a promising junior golfer from West Virginia, hopes a strong round in Georgia will boost his game as he defends his title at Canaan Valley Resort this week.

He won last year with a two-shot lead and plans to build on his momentum+ to compete against top players.

Live Music with Fret Buzz at Tropics

6:30-9 p.m. — Tropics — $15 — Experience a night of energetic live music featuring a rotating lineup from rock to country as part of the summer concert series.

MR 4 on the 4th

8 a.m.–2 p.m. — Morgantown Running — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with a festive 4-mile run and kids race in Morgantown.

John R. Miller & William Matheny Concert

8 p.m. — 123 Pleasant Street — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a night of live music from talented artists John R. Miller and William Matheny.