Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, December 8th, 2024
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal employees, through the American Federation of Government Employees, filed an injunction to halt the upcoming closure of seven federal prisons, including Morgantown's facility, citing a lack of prior notification and concerns over job relocations. MetroNews
- ➤ Former West Virginia Attorney General and Supreme Court Justice Darrell McGraw, known for his role in the State Tobacco Settlement and suing Purdue Pharma, has passed away at 88 due to a heart attack. MetroNews
- ➤ The new bridge over the Monongahela River, aimed at improving access to the Morgantown Industrial Park, is on track with right-of-way acquisitions and is scheduled to start construction in spring with a project budget of $59.7 million. MetroNews
- ➤ The new District 4 manager of the West Virginia Division of Highways vows greater collaboration and clearer communication with local officials to improve Morgantown's infrastructure maintenance and operations. The Dominion Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A WVU study reveals that spending 15-20 minutes at a Christmas tree lot can significantly reduce stress and mental fatigue, offering a 'forest bathing' experience in urban settings. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown High School girls' basketball team, featuring a new head coach and a Division-I signee among others, is poised for a successful season aiming for a fourth consecutive Class AAAA state championship appearance. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Pat McAfee, an ESPN College GameDay host and WVU alum, expresses strong support for West Virginia University's football future in the Big 12. WV News
- ➤ A dozen schools participated in the first of two annual Mohawk Invitational swim meets at Mylan Aquatic Center, highlighting early season competition and team potentials. The Dominion Post
- ➤ University High School's senior Hannah Stemple, a standout athlete, focuses on team success and individual achievements in her final season before joining West Virginia Wesleyan. The Dominion Post
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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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~ Unknown
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