Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, many residents began Christmas celebrations early by attending Mass at local churches & before opening presents, they embraced a peaceful tradition that brightens community spirit. This custom marks a cherished start to the holiday season. WV News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia's Heirloom App, developed by Andy Walker, makes it easy to capture and organize personal photos with built-in search options for dates & tags during family holiday gatherings. The free app is now available for download through Apple & Google Play Stores. WDTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Francene Kirk from the W.Va. Storytelling Guild shared her storytelling session on First at 4 Forum on Dec. 24, engaging local listeners with unique narratives that reflected the community spirit. WDTV
- ➤ Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. performed on Christmas Eve at a local venue and delighted music fans with a festive holiday show. The event brought a warm dose of local culture to residents. WDTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ W.Va. State Parks partnered with Smooth Ambler — its bourbon bottles now show park locations — in an announcement on Dec. 22. The collaboration aims to connect visitors with local parks. WDTV
- ➤ The West Virginia Public Service Commission approved a settlement that will lower bills for Monongahela Power and Potomac Edison customers by about 12 cents starting Jan. 1, 2026 + this measure is set to ease rate impacts for consumers. WV News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia First Foundation awarded nearly $18 million in Momentum Initiative Grants to support substance use disorder prevention and recovery programs in the region. The funding will help boost local health initiatives. WV News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ New winter cabins have opened this season in West Virginia offering cozy stays and stargazing opportunities at Coopers Rock State Forest and Country Road Cabins (with telescopes and modern comforts) for guests to enjoy local snowy adventures. Options range from rustic retreats to luxury escapes near popular outdoor attractions. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Princeton’s Brad Mossor was named the 77th Kennedy Award winner by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association after leading his team to a state championship, and Morgantown’s Twigg finished third in the voting. Mossor became only the fourth wide receiver to win the honor — marking a historic first for Princeton. The Dominion Post
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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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WVU vs. Arizona State Women's Basketball Game
7-9 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Check for ticket info — It's Mountaineer basketball at its finest! Leave it all on the court!
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