Morgantown
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Monday, July 14th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monongalia County Schools are preparing discipline plans for elementary schools under a new state law that lets teachers remove students who act violently—ensuring safe classrooms after reports of dangerous behavior. Teachers will refer students to counselors and other help, and the plan must be ready before classes start on Aug. 19—guiding school staff as they implement the new rules. MetroNews
- ➤ West Virginia schools have boosted early literacy scores nearly 5% over three years and earned national recognition along with districts in Mississippi, Louisiana, and South Carolina—Cabell, Kanawha, Logan, Marion, Mercer, Monongalia, Ohio, Putnam, and Raleigh have shown marked improvements. The state education department will begin a virtual writing training course on August 5 to help teachers further raise English Language Arts scores. MetroNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Ben Queen said opioid deaths dropped by 41% over the last two months with declines in fentanyl, meth and cocaine deaths attributed to law enforcement and health initiatives—though he noted his family suffered a recent loss. He will push for more economic development and stronger addiction programs in north central West Virginia. MetroNews
- ➤ West Virginia First Foundation will begin its Momentum Initiative Grant Cycle on Sept. 22 after Executive Director Jonathan Board traveled to all 55 counties—meeting with providers and residents to pinpoint service gaps—and approved a Gap Funding Model to offer short-term loans while details on target areas will be released soon. MetroNews
- ➤ Matt Herridge announced his resignation as West Virginia GOP Chair and he will step down at the end of the summer meeting in Morgantown on July 26 to focus on his expanded role as secretary of commerce — U.S. Senator Jim Justice endorsed former state delegate Josh Holstein as his successor. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Athletes completed qualifier rounds—earning spots to compete in the AJGA Junior Championship scheduled for later this season. WDTV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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State College Spikes vs West Virginia Black Bears
2:30-9:30 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball clash in scenic Granville, WV.
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