Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown is adjusting traffic on Belmar Avenue and Waverly Street to one-way to enhance flow and safety, effective December 16. WDTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A hole in the I-79 southbound bridge deck in southern Monongalia County was quickly repaired and the road reopened in less than 24 hours. MetroNews
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kim Osborne, a beloved Morgantown woman known for her generosity and lively spirit, was identified as the victim of a murder, with her former boyfriend charged for the crime. The Dominion Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University's Student Family Resources assists student parents with child care and support services, aiding their academic success. WVU Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Municipal Judge Stephen G. Higgins of Morgantown, West Virginia, is retiring after over 25 years of service. WV News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia University's basketball team is set to play North Carolina Central at home as part of a four-game homestand. West Virginia University
- ➤ Trinity Christian's girls' basketball team, led by coach Chad Williams, showcased a strong defensive performance to secure a 42-30 victory over Valley, with three players scoring in double figures. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Peyton Hall of West Virginia University won the 43rd annual Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational, marking the first win for a Mountaineer since 2002. West Virginia University
- ➤ The West Virginia University women's basketball team maintained their No. 15 ranking in the AP Top 25, with a 9-1 season record and an upcoming national television game against Temple. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University's assistant coach Sydney Pickrem will represent Team Canada in multiple events at the 2024 Short Course World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. West Virginia University
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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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Bryce Nolan & Alexis Miller Live Performance
Bryce Nolan and Alexis Miller will perform live music at Tipsy Teeze in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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