Morgantown
Daily News
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Courtney Bearer, a 23-year-old Miss West Virginia title holder and WVU grad, competed in the Miss America 2026 contest as the first hula-hoop dancer ever—she earned a Talent Award and plans to visit all 55 counties to inspire girls statewide. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ Maria Carmona, a WVU music conducting doctoral student, conducted the American Pops Orchestra at the historic Warner Theater during the Hispanic Heritage Awards that aired yesterday on PBS—she represented her culture and university through a unique arts program. Her performance highlights a milestone in a program that pairs talented students with seasoned professionals—marking a proud achievement for WVU. West Virginia University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt said that the heavy rain this week may ease the state’s worsening drought as the US Drought Monitor has not yet included the new rain data—he expects additional wet weather to help farmers recover after last year’s drought. MetroNews
- ➤ The Atlantic is heating up as Tropical Storm Imelda is forecast to form in the Caribbean this weekend and might bring tropical moisture and heavy rain to our area from Tuesday through Friday; high pressure may keep us dry or only cause light showers, with some patches of rain even at the Mountaineer game in Morgantown today—Hurricane Humberto also remains active at sea, adding uncertainty to the expected track. Residents should stay alert for changing conditions as the storm’s path remains unpredictable. WDTV
- ➤ Volunteers will gather today for the annual Adopt-A-Highway Fall Statewide Cleanup—co-sponsored by WVDEP and the Division of Highways—to pick up trash along state roads and back roads. Participants will receive supplies like garbage bags, work gloves and safety vests to support the effort to improve the environment. MetroNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NextEra Energy Transmission announced its preferred route for the MidAtlantic Resiliency Link project that will include fewer than six miles in Monongalia and fewer than 16 miles in Preston counties. More than 1,200 public comments shaped the plan—local leaders oppose the route, arguing it will harm the environment and local economy while the West Virginia Public Service Commission reviews the project later this year. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six former WVU figures—four former athletes and two football coaches, including Bill Kirelawich, Pat McAfee, Darrell Whitmore, Chelsea Carrier-Eades, Petra Zublasing and the family of Bill Stewart—will be honored today at 12:30 inside Caperton Indoor Practice Facility before the WVU-Utah game. MetroNews
- ➤ Honor Huff joins WVU men’s basketball as one of 12 new scholarship players under first-year coach Ross Hodge—he made 131 three-pointers at Chattanooga and will boost the team with his grit and strong defense. The Dominion Post
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Jeff Grable Live at The Lakehouse
6-9 p.m. — Lake House Restaurant — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Jeff Grable, a talented singer-songwriter influenced by rock, folk, and blues.
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Kansas State Wildcats vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball
5-8 p.m. — WVU Coliseum — Check for ticket pricing — Experience high-energy collegiate volleyball action as the Wildcats take on the Mountaineers.
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BYU Cougars vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball
1-4 p.m. — WVU Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling women's volleyball match between the Cougars and Mountaineers.
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Cincinnati Bearcats vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball
6:30-9:30 p.m. — WVU Coliseum — Check for ticket prices — Watch an exciting clash between the Cincinnati Bearcats and West Virginia Mountaineers in women's volleyball.
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Cody Clayton Eagle Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Experience the electrifying energy and heartfelt authenticity of West Virginia's own singer-songwriter, Cody Clayton Eagle.
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Miles for Migraine West Virginia
9:30-11:30 AM — Hazel Ruby McQuain Park — Participation fee applicable — Walk or run to support Migraine & Headache awareness in a scenic park.
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