Morgantown
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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michael T. Benson, the new WVU president, said Wednesday he sees blue sky ahead for the university—he plans to launch initiatives that modernize programs and improve opportunities for students. West Virginia University
- ➤ Thanh Le, director of Student Engagement and Leadership, is honored in the August Non-Classified Staff Salute for nearly a decade of service at the university, where he has grown programs like WVUEngage and The Rack that support over 450 student organizations—showing his strong commitment to student life. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU partnered with ECMC Solutions yesterday to offer one-on-one counseling and free webinars to help current and former students with federal loans—options include reduced payments, forbearance and deferment. The initiative will support borrowers in understanding repayment choices. West Virginia University
- ➤ Researchers using the WVU+kc system must review and close any protocols that are completed or never started by Oct.1 to move only active data into the new WRAP IRB module. IRB submissions will shift to the WVU Research Administration Portal in February 2026. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a state Board of Education meeting in Charleston, Paul Hardesty said he took offense to Gov. Patrick Morrisey calling board members unelected bureaucrats and urged that the state Supreme Court decide the vaccination dispute—he stressed that the board, confirmed by the Senate, would follow the court's ruling and apologized for the controversy before the new school year began. MetroNews
- ➤ Lake Lynn Generation used a FERC letter stating it did not violate its hydropower license during the summer drought as evidence in its defense against a lawsuit filed by Marina 1 LLC that alleges lowering Cheat Lake caused property damage—Judge Thomas Kleeh will soon decide whether to dismiss or remand the case. The Dominion Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Ronald Pearson, Jr. says he was fired after an anonymous social media post about a tremor led to limits on his surgical privileges and a forced fitness evaluation; he filed a lawsuit claiming discrimination and retaliation and seeks an injunction to return to work. His termination was confirmed on August 6. WDTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU women’s soccer coach Nikki Izzo-Brown prepares her team to face No. 15 Virginia today at Dick Dlesk Stadium, with senior forwards Taylor White and Ajanae Respass set to lead the offensive charge—while returning goalkeeper Mackenzie Smith offers added support. The season opener follows a strong past season that saw both White and Respass tie as the team’s top goal scorers, with an eye toward an NCAA tournament run. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Preston Fox returned to the gym a couple weeks after retiring and texted coach Rich Rodriguez to rejoin the Mountaineers; his father and teammates supported his choice. Fox said he will work hard during his final season — determined to end his career without regrets. The Dominion Post
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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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Ruby Summer Concert Series: Maddie and Tae
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater — Check website for pricing — Celebrate the grand finale of the Ruby Summer Concert Series with chart-topping duo Maddie & Tae.
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Mahoning Valley Scrappers vs. West Virginia Black Bears
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Tickets required — Catch an exciting baseball showdown with local teams in action.
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Mahoning Valley Scrappers at West Virginia Black Bears
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Monongalia County Ballpark — Cost Varies — Catch an exciting baseball match as the Scrappers take on the Black Bears.
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West Virginia Wine and Jazz Festival 2025
3-9 p.m. — Ruby Amphitheater at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park — Tickets available now — Celebrate music, wine, and community at this vibrant festival.
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Mon County Fair 2025
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center at Mylan Park — Check official website for entry fees — Experience a local celebration with thrilling rides, agricultural exhibits, and live entertainment suitable for all ages.
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