Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, November 17th, 2024
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU's First-Gen Initiative supports 4,000 first-generation college students with tailored resources, peer mentoring, and community-building opportunities. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ The Rack at WVU provides free Thanksgiving meal boxes to students to support those not going home or unable to afford a holiday meal, with options for customization and vegetarian choices. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ West Virginia University honored Haley Bockius, Laasya Chennuru, Mary G. Roush, Christopher J. Smith, and Dakota Swiger as the 2024 Mountaineers of Distinction for their academic excellence, leadership, and service. WV News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown Utility Board is requesting customer assistance to identify service line materials in compliance with new EPA regulations, aiming to ensure no lead contamination in their water system. The Dominion Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown Utility Board successfully reduced the Cheat Lake Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade project's cost to $36,038,742, securing additional American Rescue Plan grant funding after initial bids exceeded estimates. MetroNews
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ GATC West Virginia is advancing medical innovation in Morgantown by utilizing AI to accelerate drug development and partnering with universities, with a new lab operational and new chemists joining the team. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Mountaineers, holding a flawless home record against Baylor, gear up for a crucial Big 12 matchup with conference title implications. MetroNews
- ➤ Baylor defeats West Virginia 49-35, ending WVU's two-game win streak and diminishing their conference title and bowl game chances. The Dominion Post
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Nutcracker - A Holiday Ballet Production
Experience the enchanting journey of Clara in Morgantown Dance's classical ballet production of 'The Nutcracker' as you kick off the holiday season.
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WVU Men's Basketball Game Against North Carolina Central
The West Virginia University Men's Basketball team will face off against North Carolina Central in an exciting athletic event at the WVU Coliseum.
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Morgantown Mall Card Show
The Morgantown Mall will host a card show featuring various events such as promotions, sales, autograph signings, and pack wars from December 13-15, 2024.
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Run Run! Rudolph! 5k and Kids' Mile
The Run Run! Rudolph! 5k features a festive running event along with a dedicated Kids' Mile for children aged 12 and under.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage
Experience the beloved story of A Charlie Brown Christmas come to life in a stage adaptation that includes a sing-along with the Peanuts characters.
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