Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office released its Wanted Wednesday report to share active arrest warrants for individuals charged with crimes across Monongalia County, nearby areas, and West Virginia. The report lists suspects facing charges from breaking in to assault and drug offenses—officials urge residents not to approach them and to call 911 if spotted. WDTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A revised Class Registration page is now available in the IT Help Center to help students, advisers, and staff register using STAR and Schedule Builder as well as drop classes, manage waitlists, and address common errors—providing current and clear guidance. The page is a collaboration among the Office of the Registrar, Information Technology Services, the Center for Learning, Advising and Student Success, and other academic units, and staff are urged to bookmark it for accurate information. West Virginia University
- ➤ Between July 6 and 12, nearly 50 ninth and 10th graders from across West Virginia attended the Governor’s Computer Science Institute hosted by WVU Center for Excellence in STEM Education and the Department of Education—where they practiced robotics, coding, and other computer science skills. Their projects and hands-on work helped build a strong foundation for future STEM careers. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown Municipal Airport will receive a $9.52 million FAA grant to start Phase 6 of its 1,001-foot runway extension project that will move 450,000 cubic yards of rock to form an embankment for future expansion. The work will support both the runway and the planned I-68 Commerce Park—this phase also requires a $500,000 city match with half expected from a state grant. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU finalized a second contract amendment for women's basketball coach Mark Kellogg on June 30—this deal raises his salary to $675,000 for the upcoming season and adjusts his buyout and retention bonus terms to potentially extend his contract through the 2031—32 season. Over his first two seasons, Kellogg led the team to a 50—16 record that included two trips into the second round of the NCAA tournament. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The column updates readers on WVU men’s basketball coach Ross Hodge, who since his April press conference has made strong first impressions by reaching out to basketball alumni—former point guard Truck Bryant and guard James Reese praise his honest and supportive approach—while former assistant Ron Everhart now works as a fundraiser at Fairmont State. The Dominion Post
- ➤ After only one practice, Best Virginia advanced in the West Virginia regional with a 79-68 win over Elite Nation on Tuesday — a swift team-building effort led by coach Jarrod West. The team will host Maryland alumni Shell Shock in the TBT national quarterfinals at 6 p.m. Monday at Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center — and they need three more wins to claim the champion’s million-dollar purse. MetroNews
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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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Trenton Thunder vs. West Virginia Black Bears
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Cost varies — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball game in the heart of West Virginia.
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Frederick Keys vs. West Virginia Black Bears
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup in the heart of West Virginia.
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