Morgantown
Daily News
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University's annual FallFest—featuring singer-songwriter Sierra Ferrell—will be held on Monday at the Rec Center Fields. WV News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia Department of Tourism has released its forecast map for fall foliage—above-average summer rain and a mix of warm days and cool nights are expected to bring bright reds, oranges and yellows to the hills. The department will introduce weekly travel plans and a live leaf tracker starting mid-September to help visitors plan trips. WDTV
- ➤ The West Virginia Department of Tourism released a fall foliage projection map with the West Virginia Division of Forestry to help travelers plan their trips and enjoy a vibrant autumn season — the map shows where the brightest colors are expected. WV News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local law enforcement is joining the Governor’s Highway Safety Program and the U.S. Department of Transportation in a campaign to stop drug-impaired driving. The campaign 'If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get a DUI' began on August 15 and will run until September 1—officials say that drug use can slow reaction times and put lives at risk. WDTV
- ➤ West Virginia Attorney General McCuskey and 37 other AGs sent a letter to Instagram to address public safety and privacy concerns caused by its new location-sharing feature that shows users’ exact positions on a map—especially for vulnerable groups. They asked for restrictions that prevent minors from using the feature and for clear alerts and controls for adults. WDTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ruled in favor of two coal miners who sued for black lung benefits by ordering Health and Human Services to restore the Coal Worker Health Surveillance Program—its mobile clinic visited Morgantown earlier this month and is set to serve other areas later but will not reach the region with the highest new cases. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU women’s soccer lost 1-0 to No. 15 Virginia at Dick Dlesk Stadium on Thursday after a corner kick deflected in the 64th minute, and coach Nikki Izzo-Brown said the team missed key scoring chances. She noted the Mountaineers took 14 shots and had seven corner kicks—details that point to areas needing improvement. The Dominion Post
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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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William Matheny Performance
7-10 p.m. — 123 Pleasant Street — Cost info unavailable — Experience the storytelling prowess of William Matheny as he connects common experiences in an engaging way.
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