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Sunday, November 3rd, 2024

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Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A bell-ringing ceremony at WVU honored two late students, Mackenzie Wilt and Scott Saylor, highlighting their contributions and memories shared by the university community.  The Daily Athenaeum
  • The Rural Revival Project concert in Morgantown successfully raised funds for hurricane relief with a sold-out show featuring Oliver Anthony and the Davisson Brothers.  WV News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Appalachian and Wheeling Power propose a rate increase to the West Virginia PSC, offering both traditional and securitization options to mitigate customer impact.  MetroNews

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Republican candidates for attorney general and secretary of state in Morgantown lead in fundraising and expenditures ahead of the general election.  The Dominion Post

HEALTH NEWS

  • The LIGHT program by Milan Puskar Health Right distributed 186,580 syringes over 243 days, with a 94% return rate, aiming to reduce HIV and Hepatitis C spread among IV drug users in Morgantown.  The Dominion Post

SPORTS NEWS

  • University High School's boys and girls cross country teams both secured victories at the West Virginia State High School Cross Country Championships.  MetroNews
  • The West Virginia University football team, with a balanced 4-4 record, faces challenges in defense but shows promise in offense and discipline as they enter the final stretch of their season.  The Dominion Post
  • Alayna Corwin, a Morgantown High School graduate and notable volleyball player, transferred from Marshall to Michigan Technological University, making significant impacts on her new team and focusing on her mechanical engineering studies.  The Dominion Post
  • In a surprising turn, Glenn Brown, normally a WR/DB, played as quarterback for University High School, contributing 425 yards in a previous win but struggled against a tough defense in a 49-7 loss to Morgantown.  The Dominion Post

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Morgantown Farmers' Market: Fresh Local Produce and Goods

    Experience the vibrant community atmosphere at Morgantown Farmers' Market, featuring local produce, artisan goods, and more.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • West Virginia Mountaineers Men's Basketball vs. Iona Gaels

    Experience an exciting collegiate basketball matchup between the West Virginia Mountaineers and the Iona Gaels at the WVU Coliseum.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Baylor Bears vs West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Volleyball

    Celebrate Senior Day as the WVU Volleyball team competes against Baylor in an exciting weeknight match.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Aristotle Jones Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Appalachian Soul Man, Aristotle Jones, at Tipsy Teeze in Morgantown featuring a blend of folk and rhythmical storytelling.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • A Celtic Christmas: A Taste of Ireland

    Experience a magical evening filled with world-class Irish dancing and festive music, showcasing the spirit of Christmas through traditional tunes and captivating performances.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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