Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ WVU Hospitality Group is launching updated catering today for faculty, staff, students and the community at campuses in Morgantown, Beckley and Keyser. The new program offers tiered menus, flexible packages and options for on-site, off-site and to-go events — from small meetings to large conferences — with linens, supplies and event essentials. West Virginia University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twenty students from WVU and Marshall have been awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to help cover up to $5,000 in study abroad and internship costs. Morgantown student Elijah Riggleman—history major—is set to travel to the Czech Republic as the program supports undergraduates receiving Pell Grant funding. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ Eighteen WVU students have received the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad this summer—funded by the U.S. State Department to remove financial barriers. The award supports their travel to countries such as Japan, Spain, and France to gain international education experience. WVU Today
- ➤ Kelli Barnette, a candidate for vice president of Enrollment Management, will hold meetings and a public forum from 1:15–2:30 p.m. today in Reynolds Hall, Room 2001 or via Zoom. The search committee will announce additional candidates’ campus visits on July 21 and July 22. West Virginia University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WVU Cancer Institute and WVU Medicine operate LUCAS— a mobile lung cancer screening unit that brings testing services to local residents and expands access to early detection. West Virginia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, Morgantown Post 2 beat Buckhannon Post 7 by 5-2 in their postseason opener under first-year head coach Jacob Goodknight. The team will face Bridgeport Post 68 in the Area 2 tournament game (7:00 p.m. Wednesday) as they advance in the playoffs. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Five West Virginia University baseball players were picked on day two of the MLB Draft. Logan Sauve went in the 7th round to the Athletics while Kyle West, Robby Porco, Griffin Kirn, and Skylar King were picked by the Yankees, Dodgers, Athletics, and Red Sox respectively, which lifts the Mountaineers' all-time total to 117 players. West Virginia University
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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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Owen Davis and Todd Burge Concert
7-10 p.m. — 123 Pleasant Street — $10 — Enjoy a night of music with Owen Davis and Todd Burge on their We Haven't Changed a Bit Tour.
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Trenton Thunder at West Virginia Black Bears
7-10 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Ticket pricing varies — Catch a thrilling baseball matchup in the heart of Morgantown.
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