Good morning, Morgantown.

Morgantown’s SABO Coffee Roasters opened last spring when Sara Boltralik and Sebastian Sepúlveda Cartes began roasting high-quality arabica beans for local coffee lovers.

The roaster now supplies its fresh coffee to local cafes—AntiquiTea House, Bishops Bagels and Brews, and Noble Cafe and Bakery—and sells bags for home brewing.

The Morgantown History Museum will host a historical exhibit on Oct.

17 to mark the 240th anniversary of Founder’s Day and show how both famous figures and everyday locals built Morgantown. Museum Manager Jason Burns said the exhibit uses archival documents to tell social history—featuring stories from glass blowers to school teachers.

At 99 years old, Louis Birurakis—a local historian and Mountaineer fan—recalls attending WVU games since the 1930s and working to preserve Scotts Run heritage while planning to publish his autobiography before his 100th birthday.

Born to Greek immigrants and active in his community, he remains a cherished link to Morgantown's past and traditions.

WVU’s Office of Academic Integrity reported that academic dishonesty cases dropped 14% to 344 reports in the 2024-25 school year—while AI-related offenses increased 157% to 242 cases, mainly in math, psychology and biology courses.

The WVU Extension Fire Service trains volunteer firefighters using life-like simulators and hands-on drills to help rural areas.

Director Mark Lambert said the program prepares new recruits and supports current volunteers—crucial as local fire departments face volunteer shortages.

The WVU Alumni Association announced the honorees who will be celebrated at Homecoming Weekend; they will be recognized at a parade on Friday at 6 p.m.—in downtown Morgantown—and during halftime at the WVU versus TCU football game on Saturday.

The awards honor Mountaineers for their leadership, service and commitment to the university.

A new teaching community will start on October 23—designed to help educators share ideas, challenges, and tools for classroom success.

The program, which includes fall sessions and spring workshops, is limited to 20 members.

Heather Cole, an Erie native now teaching interactive media at WVU, was selected for the October Faculty Feature and moved to Morgantown to join a vibrant community that fuels innovative game design.

She creates hands-on courses and leads projects like MonRiverGames—offering students real-world experience in interactive storytelling.

After conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, several WVU professors expressed concerns that free speech is being stifled as faculty self-censor to avoid disciplinary action for their social media posts.

One professor noted that cancel culture and recent student reactions have led to fewer classroom debates—creating a tense campus atmosphere.

MUB approved a $72,000 task order for Thrasher Group to study the lower Popenoe Run and assess the stormwater system along Patteson Drive—extending the benefits of the recently completed upper Popenoe Run project.

The board also approved bids for sewer main projects totaling over $627,000 for Neely Village, a Chaplin Hill facility, and the Willow Springs development while giving the general manager a 3% raise.

Mountain Stage Live Recording

7-8:30 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — $27 – $39, Students $10-$39 — Experience an eclectic mix of music with live performances for NPR Music hosted by Kathy Mattea.

Utah Utes at West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball

1-4 p.m. — WVU Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling match-up between Utah and West Virginia in women's volleyball.

Davisson Brothers Band Homecoming Concert

3:30 p.m. — Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate homecoming with the lively tunes of the Davisson Brothers Band.

Houston Cougars at West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball

1-4 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Check out the thrilling collegiate volleyball matchup between the Cougars and Mountaineers.

Kansas Jayhawks vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball

1-3 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Check the teams as they clash in this thrilling volleyball matchup.

Fret Buzz Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a night of classic and modern rock with the local band Fret Buzz.