Good morning, Morgantown.

Flood damage from heavy rains left many Boone County homes in Wharton and Van with significant debris and standing water after rains on June 22.

Local volunteers and highway crews worked to clear debris & repair the Shawnee Trail Bridge to restore access to affected neighborhoods.

WVU alumnus Arden Cogar Jr. balances his law practice and a nationally recognized timbersports career.

He manages both roles (a rare dual focus) as part of his ongoing professional journey.

Beverly Wendland, the new provost, began her first day on the job on Wednesday, July 1 at WVU and outlined plans for leadership searches and a $7 million research partnership with Johns Hopkins University.

She noted that the upcoming fall sessions will include public engagement opportunities for faculty.

The Hope Scholarship Board expanded qualifying expenses and updated its military family policy — taking action against two schools to improve scholarship access for local students.

West Virginia ended its fiscal year ahead of expectations, with revenue collections exceeding estimates by $370 million from income and severance taxes.

Gov. Morrisey said the surplus will fully fund roads, education and foster care in the upcoming state budget.

With a summer slowdown in campus traffic, WVU and the city began construction on improvements across town.

Projects include bike jumps at Valley Crossing State Park (new trails at Flegal Reservoir and upgrades on Walnut and Chestnut streets) and renovations at Woodburn Hall and Hunt Street.

Ty Laughery, a Winfield High School student, was declared cancer-free on Wednesday after months of treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital; his family celebrated his milestone on July 1 by delivering toys at the Ronald McDonald House.

Experts from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg & WVU Schools of Public Health will discuss substance use in rural areas and potential research on Zoom from noon to 1 p.m. on July 16.

Community members should register for the Rural Health Initiative series event.

WVRC Media has partnered with the WVU Athletic Department and Learfield to bring Mountaineer Sports Network programming back to local radio stations including WAJR and WVAQ in Morgantown.

The agreement, announced Wednesday, expands coverage to include games, coaches' shows and more across several communities.

WVU wrestling announced that all-time winningest Mountaineer wrestler Peyton Hall will join head coach Tim Flynn's staff as an assistant.

Hall, who racked up 135 wins including a Big-12 title, aims to inspire young athletes through his return to the program.

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.

Queen City Funk and Soul Concert

7-10 p.m. — Tropics — $15 — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music featuring Queen City Funk as part of the summer concert series.