Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities and Hope in Action Alliance are developing a mobile app called TheLink to help residents find community services such as recovery housing, transportation, and domestic violence shelters. Officials are asking the public to complete a survey—this input will guide the app’s features and ensure accurate support for local needs. WDTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Primanti Bros. on High Street closed its doors on Wednesday afternoon as a sign reading 'Thank you, High Street. This location is now closed' hung on the door while a truck sat outside with employees moving items out. County officials and staff said the closure was sudden—no reason was announced. WDTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Monongalia County jury convicted Thomas H. Horner III, 39, a Pennsylvania man, on two counts of negligent homicide and one count of reckless driving from a January 3 I-79 crash that killed Morgantown residents ZaQuan George and Margaret Erdie—he now awaits sentencing and faces potential jail time and fines. The Dominion Post
- ➤ A Monongalia County jury found Pennsylvania man Thomas Horner III guilty for causing a January 3 crash on I-79 that killed Morgantown residents ZaQuan George and Maggie Erdie — his road rage attempt to block another vehicle led to multiple collisions and he now faces jail time and fines. MetroNews
- ➤ Jurors in Monongalia County began the murder trial of Texas man Jonathan Ramirez—accused of fatally attacking 26-year-old Jacob Patrick Lough in his Morgantown home in January—with evidence including a bloody palm print and mask linking him to the crime, and the trial continued over the following days. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown High School volleyball won 3-1 over North Allegheny on Tuesday evening at Rowdie Center after a strong comeback in the first set. The win improved their 7-1 record for 2025 with standout play from sophomore Leah Greeny (22 kills) and senior Paige Brink. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Morgantown is hosting Parkersburg in the WVSSAC Kickoff Classic at Pony Lewis Field tonight at 7 p.m.—the contest is sponsored by the West Virginia Army National Guard and will air on SportsNet Pittsburgh and the MetroNews TV app. The game brings two historic football programs together, with Morgantown noted for its steady rise and a No. 4 preseason ranking. MetroNews
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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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Pittsburgh Panthers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers
3:30-5 p.m. — Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium — Ticket prices vary — A thrilling gridiron rivalry awaits as the Panthers clash with the Mountaineers.
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Matt Axton Live
12-6 a.m. — The Encore — Tickets vary — Experience the humble slice of Americana with Matt Axton and his band Badmoon.
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The Addams Family Musical Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — The Addams Family returns with their deliciously dark and hilariously spooky on-stage adventures.
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The Return of the King: Elvis Tribute
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a complete journey through the highlights of Elvis' illustrious career with Tyler Christopher.
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