Good morning, Morgantown.

The Mon Valley Green Space Coalition has proposed a network of trails and parks to create safer walking and biking routes across Morgantown and the county.

The County Commission unanimously supported the plan and the group will secure funding and property access as public meetings invite resident input.

Suncrest United Methodist Church will host Fall Fest ’26 on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 479 Van Voorhis Road (the free event features a pumpkin patch, a memorial car show, craft vendors, and a high-flying Pumpkin Drop).

Howard Adkins, a West Virginia native (killed aboard the USS California in 1941) will be buried with full military honors (Oct.

8) in Hawaii.

Lois Foster made six quilts for local Preston County veterans through the Quilts of Valor program, which has recognized 457,107 service members nationwide— the quilts honor their service by symbolizing community, warmth, and strength.

Family and friends gathered Tuesday in Morgantown for a bike send-off honoring Mickey W.

Swisher Jr., a 30-year-old construction worker who died Sept.22 when a crane malfunction struck workers on an Interstate 79 bridge near the Marion-Monongalia county line.

U.S. Energy official Audrey Robertson visited WVU yesterday to promote the PROSPECT initiative, which seeks to double mining engineering graduates in two years.

Students also shared ideas to overcome mining's outdated reputation and boost future enrollment.

FERC conditionally approved Lake Lynn Generation’s extended closure of Milestone Point Beach at Cheat Lake Park until potable water service is restored & the company begins a new water main in 2027 with an update due by Jan.

31. FERC also dismissed allegations from Save Cheat Lake.

West Virginia has launched the HOMES and HEAR rebate programs that give qualifying households cash back for energy improvements, appliances and equipment.

Morgantown residents can check eligibility and apply now + details come from state officials.

Applications for Ascend WV Healthcare and First Ascent WV Healthcare are now open for licensed professionals and graduating health students looking to build their careers in the Mountain State.

The programs, sponsored by WVU and partners, offer cash incentives, mentorship and job matching in communities such as Charleston Area and Morgantown Area.

WVU football defense struggled against Oklahoma State last game+ defensive coordinator Zac Alley said he will make key changes to the pass rush+ secondary ahead of Iowa State this week.

Coach Rich Rodriguez said on Monday night and Tuesday that transfers JaCorey Thomas and NaQuari Rogers received extra eligibility from Judge Kara Krothe.

Thomas suited up against Oklahoma State and Rogers will join practice Tuesday — boosting the team’s depth amid minor roster injuries.