Morgantown
Daily News
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown High School Foundation is closing the $150,000 gap in its $4.4 million capital campaign to restore the historic auditorium for school functions and community events. The renovation will update seats, stage, lighting and ADA access—ensuring modern use—while the '100 Seats in 100 Days' drive invites donations through December 31. Morgantown Magazine
- ➤ Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank said it will need more food and volunteers if the federal government does not reopen SNAP benefits soon—officials call the potential loss a tragedy that could reduce support for local families. WV News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ David Thompson, who used to work as a table games dealer in Las Vegas, and his mother Susan Thompson have launched Changing Vegas Studios to bring Medieval Poker—a card game that focuses on skill instead of gambling—in Morgantown. They are hosting local pop-up games and plan to open a permanent downtown gaming club to support local creatives and WVU students. Morgantown Magazine
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia Botanic Garden is hosting its annual Scarecrow Spectacular where nonprofits display scarecrows and visitors vote by scanning QR codes—voting will continue until November 5. Café Rosé and the garden gift shop remain open for seasonal treats and West Virginia-themed gifts. Morgantown Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students, faculty, alumni and community members will celebrate Homecoming Week beginning Friday, Oct. 24 with a parade at 6 p.m. in Downtown Morgantown and a volleyball match at Hope Coliseum at 7 p.m. Tailgate events will follow on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the Gold Lot and Fitzsimmons Event Hall before the Mountaineers face TCU at Milan Puskar Stadium—continuing cherished campus traditions. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ Hamilton Christian Academy held a tour of its renovated building for music classes and the library after receiving a $100,000 donation and a $75,000 matching grant from the Gianforte Family Foundation— the governor’s nonprofit. WV News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ S&P Global Ratings has upgraded West Virginia's credit outlook to positive while keeping its AA- rating on the state's general obligation debt—this move signals growing confidence in the state's fiscal strength. WV News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs and the Office of Compliance and Prevention Education will host the WVU Veterans Breakfast on November 11 to honor current and former service members. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m.—the event begins at 9 a.m. at Milan Puskar Stadium with parking in the Blue Lot and accessible spots in the Silver Lot. West Virginia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVSSAC published Week 8 ratings showing Huntington leads Class AAA, Princeton tops Class AA, and Independence and Wahama lead their groups—weekly ratings will be released each Tuesday until the season ends as the top 16 teams in each classification qualify for the postseason. MetroNews
- ➤ Coach Rich Rodriguez said his team did not show enough fight in a 45-13 loss to Central Florida — he said the Mountaineers must learn from this poor play — and they will work hard to improve before their home game against TCU on Saturday while facing uncertainty at quarterback as true freshman Scotty Fox Jr. may make his second start. MetroNews
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dessert Tasting Evening at The Onyx Room
4-6 p.m. — The Onyx Room — Taste decadent desserts and explore the venue for your next celebration.
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