Morgantown
Daily News
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown’s new thrift store Old School opened at 360 High Street to offer vintage clothing and accessories with a focus on WVU styles—owners Shelby Cavender and Tyler Jefferies will host their third Sip and Thrift event on August 16 at The Co-Op on Pleasant Street. Morgantown Magazine
- ➤ Stone Tower Brews in Morgantown serves specialty coffee, craft beer, and chef-made meals in a repurposed, sunlit space that features indoor seating and an outdoor patio—manager Andrea Blankenship said the store roasts Honduran green beans on site and regularly hosts themed events and art displays for the local community. Morgantown Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU's new president is hitting the road today on an 18-county welcome home tour + he plans to meet local communities to share his vision for the university. WV News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown city officials are planning streetscape improvements on Chestnut and Spruce streets with work that will include new sidewalks, ADA upgrades, lighting and landscaping—projects building on past updates to High, Pleasant and Walnut streets. The city received a $180,000 TAP Grant for Chestnut and is seeking $1.55 million and $450,000 grants plus additional funds for a bike and walking trail at the Municipal Airport—efforts that will modernize local infrastructure. The Dominion Post
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local voters have ranked five top yoga studios for wellness services in a BOM25 guide—BlissBlissBliss leads by offering ancient healing methods—voters also ranked Empower Yoga and Fitness, And Yoga, Kindred Spirits Yoga and Wellness, and Zen From Within. Morgantown Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday night, Kane Williams hit his first career walk-off double for Post 2 — scoring Parker Jeffries from second to win 5—4 over Parkersburg Post 15 in the state tournament; Post 2 will face Charleston Post 65 at 7 p.m. Friday. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The biggest game on West Virginia's schedule is the Backyard Brawl against Pitt, the third game of the season with tickets starting at $260. Pitt's coach Pat Narduzzi said he wants the rivalry every year — but scheduling and conference rules mean the game will return only in 2029. The Dominion Post
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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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Frederick Keys at West Virginia Black Bears
7-10 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a thrilling baseball match in the scenic beauty of West Virginia.
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Williamsport Crosscutters vs. West Virginia Black Bears
2:30 – 10:59 PM — Monongalia County Ballpark — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game as local teams face off in the summer sun.
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