Morgantown
Daily News
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The MSIRHR program at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics is holding a basic needs drive from November 10 to 19 that will collect canned goods, non-perishable food and hygiene products to help food banks and blessing boxes across North Central West Virginia—items can be dropped off at Reynolds Hall, Room 3134 or arranged for campus pickup. West Virginia University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WVU Press is selling a range of publications at the Mountaineer Week Arts & Craft Fair at Mountainlair this weekend—titles include a book on Mountaineer football history, a memoir about the cable modem, and a novel on fame and destiny. The fair runs from November 7 to 9. West Virginia University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Educators across North Central West Virginia are preparing for a new retention clause under the Third Grade Success Act set to take effect in 2026—local schools are already revising practices to meet the upcoming rules. WV News
- ➤ University Police will host an open self-defense training session called P.R.O.T.E.C.T. on Nov. 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the Student Health Building Room 101 for faculty, staff, students and community members to learn threat recognition and escape techniques. Participants should wear athletic clothing and register early since space is limited. West Virginia University
- ➤ The WVU Bookstore hosted a special anniversary activation on Friday, November 7 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—offering a walk-through photo history and a retro-inspired PRT collection that celebrated the 50-year milestone of the iconic campus project. West Virginia University
- ➤ At the Board of Governors meeting on Nov. 7, WVU President Michael T. Benson announced a record retention rate of over 85% at the Morgantown Campus and a more than 7% rise in first-time freshman enrollment while unveiling his new Strategic Compass for the university's future. The Board also approved capital projects for athletics — including a $150 million phase to renovate the press box at Milan Puskar Stadium—and a $4.9 million upgrade at PSC Science Hall Lab to modernize facilities. West Virginia University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local organizations donated funds to the VA Medical Center to support recreational therapy programs for veterans. Officials said the donation will help expand therapy services and improve care. WDTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown High football team shut out visiting Musselman 45-0 Friday night on a rainy Pony Lewis Field, finishing 9-1 and securing the top Class AAAA playoff seed for next week—quarterback Maddox Twigg and wide receiver Jayden Smalls led the scoring drives. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Deion Sanders, a two-time Super Bowl champion and Colorado head coach, will coach his first game in Morgantown tonight against WVU as both teams (each with 3-6 records) start with freshman quarterbacks. He praised WVU coach Rich Rodriguez as a 'coaching legend' and warned his team the contest will be tough. The Dominion Post
- ➤ After ending a five-game losing streak with a 45-point upset over No. 22 Houston, the Mountaineers are favored against Colorado in their first Big 12 game, with coach Rich Rodriguez building confidence with a strong second-half performance—freshman quarterbacks are set to face off in a key matchup. The game could help boost the team’s hopes for a better season. The Dominion Post
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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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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Experience a unique blend of rock and classical music in a candlelit atmosphere.
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West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball vs. Texas Southern Lady Tigers
7-9 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Check for ticket prices — Witness a thrilling matchup as the Mountaineers take on the Lady Tigers in a competitive basketball showdown.
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