Morgantown
Daily News
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday evening, local leaders at the Brookhaven Community Building received a $20,000 check from state Senators Mike Oliverio and Joey Garcia to support new ADA-accessible restrooms—officials say the project still needs to raise about $106,000 after a $126,000 loan secured initial funds. The Dominion Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Dollar General at 228 High Street in Morgantown will close by September after serving the community for over 32 years. Employees will be offered transfers to one of four other local Dollar General stores as the company continues to operate in Morgantown. WDTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU President Gordon Gee wrote a farewell letter to the campus community as he prepares to step down on Monday after a four decade career — new President Michael T. Benson will take over Tuesday. MetroNews
- ➤ Beginning Thursday, July 31, the University will distribute Notice of Appointment letters electronically to eligible non-classified staff, faculty, and academic professionals via the Blue system — the letters include appointment details and new provisions for funding adjustments and retention incentive plans, and employees must sign them within 10 business days. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University's School of Nursing in Morgantown will host an in-person information session on Saturday, Aug. 2 for its Doctor of Nursing Practice Nurse Anesthetist program — the event will explain program details and answer candidate questions. WV News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trey Kay from Us & Them reported that a nearly century-old newspaper closed in Welch — WVU journalism students examined how opioid settlement funds are used for harm reduction programs. The report shows challenges in keeping local news alive and ensuring that public funds help the community. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ A new law now in effect requires West Virginia utilities to submit formal customer notification plans to the Public Service Commission—utilities must explain how they will keep customers informed of any service changes or updates. WV News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Many West Virginia counties are not using opioid settlement funds to support syringe service programs — even though the CDC shows such programs can reduce HIV and hepatitis rates by about 50%. Local officials worry that strict state rules and other spending plans may leave communities without vital harm reduction services. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
-
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.
-
State College Spikes at West Virginia Black Bears
7-10 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Check website for pricing — Experience a thrilling baseball matchup as the State College Spikes take on the West Virginia Black Bears.
-
Mohigans Annual 5K Run/Walk
10 AM – 12 PM — Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place — Registration fee varies — Participate in a community-run event along the scenic rail trail.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Morgantown Daily News
Welcome to the Morgantown Daily News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Morgantown, West Virginia community. If you like the Morgantown Daily News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Morgantown.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Morgantown and across West Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Morgantown Daily News
A free Morgantown community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://morgantowndailynews.com/sitemap