Good morning, Morgantown.

A Morgantown photographer is leaving his full-time role at The Dominion Post after five years to start a new job at Pierpont Community and Technical College Friday.

He will still cover local sports and events as a freelance writer.

100 Days in Appalachia is empowering youth to share their vision for the future using early 2000s digital camcorders as part of the Appalachia250 initiative + recent workshops in Morgantown and Elkins have collected authentic footage for an upcoming short film.

The US Men’s National Soccer Team featured 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' during the World Cup to honor a tradition long celebrated at WVU, where fans sing the song after victories.

Local experts say the anthem reflects West Virginia’s deep cultural roots.

The WVU Alumni Association invites faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to send nominations for Homecoming and Alumni Service Awards and the Academy of Distinguished Alumni by Friday, July 17.

The awards honor Mountaineers for excellence in leadership, service, and professional achievement.

West Virginia public schools are preparing to launch a statewide artificial intelligence training initiative for students, teachers, principals, and administrators (program expected to start soon).

WVU coach Rich Rodriguez urged reviving the Backyard Brawl and other regional rivalries after recalling a game-changing play against Pitt, noting matchups will resume in 2029 (once scheduling challenges are resolved) to boost local football traditions.

WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez said at Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas that the Mountaineers will rework their roster by adding key players like Michael Hawkins Jr. and Scotty Fox Jr. He also pushed for a more regional schedule — a plan aimed at boosting team competitiveness.

Morgantown High swept The Health Plan Champions Cup last school year, finishing first in both girls’ (982 points) and boys’ (979.5 points) overall rankings with a large margin over second-place schools.

Athletic director John Bowers said his team’s success across 18 sports sets a strong foundation for next year’s tournaments.

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.