Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WVU hosts a luncheon with winter sports coaches and Wren Baker on January 9 to support the Mountaineer Scholarship Fund. West Virginia University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heather Frese credits her time at WVU's MFA program for shaping her as an author, leading to her award-winning novel 'The Baddest Girl on the Planet' and a successful writing career. The Daily Athenaeum
- ➤ West Virginia University's search for a new president is progressing on schedule, with candidate interviews set to start soon and the selection expected by spring 2025. MetroNews
- ➤ WVU will close administrative offices from Nov. 27-29 and student services will have adjusted hours for Thanksgiving break. West Virginia University
- ➤ William J. Green, with nearly two decades of fundraising experience in health care and higher education, is appointed as the new senior vice president of development and chief development officer for the WVU Foundation, starting January 6. WVU Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A petition in Morgantown leads to a public vote on a camping ban scheduled for this spring. WV News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 7 Morgantown defeats No. 10 Woodrow Wilson 35-10, with a strong second-half defense, advancing to the Class AAAA quarterfinals. MetroNews
- ➤ The West Virginia University men's soccer team defeated North Florida 2-1 in the NCAA Tournament opener, advancing to face No. 11 Virginia. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia's Ceili McCabe eyes a national championship after winning her third Big 12 title and returning from training for the Paris Olympics. The Dominion Post
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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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Morgantown's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Experience a fun-filled pub crawl in Morgantown featuring games, contests, and a chance to win prizes, starting from Almost Heaven Bar & Grill.
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Mercyhurst Lakers vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Men's Basketball
A college basketball game featuring the West Virginia Mountaineers competing against the Mercyhurst Lakers at WVU Coliseum.
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