Morgantown
Daily News
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The FirstEnergy Foundation awarded $40k to nonprofits to fight housing insecurity and boost youth development. Ronald McDonald House in Morgantown + Big Brothers Big Sisters in Maryland each received $20k to serve over 42 families and provide extra learning opportunities for about 150 children. WDTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday evening a burst sprinkler line flooded the first and second floors at Assisted Living at Evergreen, prompting precautionary hospital transports and on-site EMS treatment while officials confirmed no injuries occurred. WDTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charles 'Eddie' Davisson is set to be inducted as the 2026 Performing Artist by the West Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held on Apr. 18 at Sagebrush Roundup in Fairmont. WDTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Student Rec Center will host the annual Campus Rec Winter Wellness program from Jan. 2-11 to offer free access to its aquatics, fitness floors, and indoor track for employees, families, and alumni. Eligible members must register by Jan. 1 (registration began Dec. 16). West Virginia University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources said 33,775 antlered deer were harvested during the two-week firearm season—a drop of 18.5% from last year—following increased hard mast production and hemorrhagic disease in several counties; hunters who bag a buck may enter the Big Buck Photo Contest for prizes. WDTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Appalachian Power asked the state Public Service Commission Tuesday to approve purchasing two renewable energy projects outside the state to meet growing customer demand & support future renewable options for major customers like Nucor Steel. MetroNews
- ➤ The Morgantown Utility Board finalized funding for a new waterline serving 26 homes; bids will be issued in spring and construction will follow. The project aims to replace contaminated water from low-producing wells (with high iron and manganese levels) so residents can have safe drinking water. The Dominion Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mark Husk from Valley Healthcare joined Holly Baratta on Mental Health Monday to discuss seasonal depression. The segment aired Dec. 16 (1:38 p.m.) and offered practical insights to support mental wellness. WDTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ PGA Tour rules official Ken Tackett, a West Virginia native, is set to work the Optum Golf Channel Games today after traveling from Florida events+ He has spent 12 seasons on the Tour while balancing his busy schedule with family life at WVU in Morgantown. MetroNews
- ➤ Shady Spring defeated Herbert Hoover 43+37 in Elkview on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Photos by Teran Malone+Malone Sports Media captured the win. MetroNews
- ➤ University High punter Jimmy Gregg received the Walker Award today as the first state punter to earn the honor after a standout season with 49 punts averaging over 45 yards; he will join Syracuse soon to pursue football and academics. MetroNews
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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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The Heartstrings Acoustic Duo Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of country rock tunes with The Heartstrings and Grace Campbell.
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