Morgantown
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Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hope Gas awarded a $5,000 emergency hunger relief grant to Facing Hunger Foodbank to support families facing food insecurity—this grant helps the organization serve West Virginia communities amid rising need. WV News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon Lockers are now available at Braxton Tower, Summit Hall, and the Mountainlair to provide secure holiday package pickup; users must review each location's operating hours (residence halls are closed to non-residents from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m.) to ensure access. West Virginia University
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Governor Morrisey said ceremonies to honor fallen National Guard Spc. Sarah Beckstrom will be decided by her family while Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, shot near 17th and I Streets NW the day before Thanksgiving and in serious condition yet showing positive signs, is receiving prayers from his family—authorities identified the suspect as Rahmanullah Lakanwal. MetroNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MindFit Academic Enhancement and the Autism Support Program have opened enrollment for spring 2026 to help students improve study skills and build confidence—students can receive one-on-one coaching, academic consultations, and testing services while the Autism Support Program offers customized support. Eligible students may call 304-285-3155 for financial assistance. West Virginia University
- ➤ At a regional competition in Richmond, Virginia from November 21 to 23, WVU Law's National Moot Court Teams advanced to the championship round after competing with top law schools. Team 1 earned the highest brief score—securing a ticket to represent the region at the National Competition in New York from January 29 to 31. West Virginia University
- ➤ Today, the WVU community can meet candidate Lee Cohen (one of four for provost and vice president for academic affairs) in a series of in-person and virtual sessions. Her meetings include a virtual session from 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. as well as on-campus forums from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 to 2:20 p.m., with additional candidate visits on Dec. 3 and Dec. 5. West Virginia University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ WVU biologists are studying how two types of fungi work with tree roots and soil germs to help trees take in nutrients and store carbon. The research uses lab tests, greenhouse growth, and field sampling at Fernow Experimental Forest — and it is funded by a $1.1 million NSF grant that involves students and local fifth graders. West Virginia University
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia collected $443 million in November, which was $29 million more than expected as personal income and sales taxes rose by 12 percent and 11 percent from last November. The state has gathered $2.2 billion so far this year, and Revenue Secretary Eric Nelson said tax rules will stay aligned with federal cuts—cautioning that growth may vary across regions. MetroNews
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the HealthNet Aeromedical Services Flight Team in Morgantown held a morning meeting to check their helicopter and supplies before airlifting critically ill patients. The crew faces high risks on every call but stays focused on patient care+ saving lives through their careful work. WDTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown's Mohigans will try to avenge their 34-6 regular season loss to Martinsburg in the Class AAAA state championship game—more details are expected in upcoming previews. MetroNews
- ➤ Rich Rodriguez’s first season at WVU ended with a 4-8 record and a 49-0 loss to Texas Tech—yet senior players say his tough coaching style and high demands promise to rebuild the team. Seniors believe his approach will spark improvements in upcoming seasons. The Dominion Post
- ➤ WVU and Marshall ended their football seasons last weekend—eight high school teams clinched spots in Charleston for state semifinal matchups as the MetroNews review recapped the final weekend of play. MetroNews
- ➤ Jackson Fields returned to the WVU court after wrist surgery and played 12 minutes in the Mountaineers' 70 to 38 win over Mercyhurst—scoring 9 points, grabbing rebounds, and leading his teammates as he positions himself to add versatility off the bench. The Dominion Post
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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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Women's Basketball: West Virginia vs. Georgia Tech
7-9 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Check out an exciting clash between the Mountaineers and the Yellow Jackets in women's basketball action.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Almost Heaven Bar & Grill — Tickets required — Celebrate the holidays in your ugliest sweater while enjoying festive activities and prizes.
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Houston Cougars at West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Watch the exciting matchup between the Cougars and Mountaineers in women's basketball action.
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Champions Of Magic
7:30-9 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience a captivating night of illusions and incredible acts straight from London's West End.
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