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Morgantown, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello again Morgantown! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Ready to race a homemade chariot down High Street this October?
  • Monongalia deputies charge Morgantown man in disease communication case
  • Meet the 2026 Hazel Ruby McQuain scholars shaping West Virginia’s future

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 81, low: 70.
  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Red Bull Chariot Race coming to Morgantown this October (wdtv.com) — Downtown Morgantown will host the Red Bull Chariot Race on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, sending homemade, non‑motorized chariots racing down High Street between Willey and Walnut. Local teams of four can apply online with a sketch of their design, get build support and a gift card, and compete for cash, prizes, and serious bragging rights.
   

2. West Virginia man accused of intentionally spreading herpes (wowktv.com) — Monongalia County deputies have charged a Morgantown man after multiple people reported he exposed them to a sexually transmitted infection over the past two years. Investigators say medical records show he previously tested positive, and he now faces counts including communication of disease after pleading not guilty and posting bond.
   

3. 2026 Hazel Ruby McQuain scholars pursue careers serving West Virginia (wvnews.com) — Four graduate students connected to WVU and West Virginia communities have been named 2026 Hazel Ruby McQuain Scholars, a program rooted in Morgantown philanthropy. Their work will target better water infrastructure, rural health, historic preservation, and food access, with each recipient planning careers that directly support residents across the state.
   

4. WVU's 1st fall practice didn't meet Rich Rodriguez's high expectations (dominionpost.com) — WVU football opened fall camp in sunny, low-humidity Morgantown, but new head coach Rich Rodriguez said the Mountaineers weren’t in the game-ready shape he expected. He criticized the team’s conditioning and urgency, backed proposed NCAA calendar changes, and emphasized using the next two weeks before classes to sharpen tempo and focus.
   

5. ‘We were a pretty good group': Morgantown High Class of 1956 assembles for reunion (dominionpost.com) — Longtime locals from Morgantown High’s Class of 1956 recently gathered in town for their 70th reunion, reminiscing about school days on Wilson Avenue and life in mid‑century Morgantown. Classmate Daniel Mansberger shared memories of wartime childhoods, local paper routes, WVU studies, and careers that helped shape the community over seven decades.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Morgantown

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    Tuesday August 11
  • Board of Education Meeting
    Monongalia County Schools 1751 Earl L Core Rd, Morgantown, WV 26505, USA
    5:00 pm
  • Morgantown Utility Board Meeting →
    City of Morgantown MUB Facility 278 Greenbag Rd. Morgant
    5:30 pm
  • Morgantown Utility Board Meeting →
    Morgantown, WV Calendar Morgantown, WV 26505
    5:30 pm
  • City Council Meeting
    City of Morgantown City Council Chambers - 389 Spruce Street Floor 2 Morgantown WV 26
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 12
  • Morgantown Parking Authority Monthly Meeting →
    City of Morgantown Public Safety Building Conference Room - 300 Spruce Street Morgan
    8:30 am
  • BOPARC Regular Meeting →
    City of Morgantown City Council Chambers - 389 Spruce Street Floor 2 Morgantown WV 26
    3:00 pm
  • Sister Cities Commission
    City of Morgantown Public Safety Building Conference Room - 300 Spruce Street Morgan
    6:00 pm
  • Sister Cities Commission →
    Morgantown, WV Calendar, 300 Spruce Street, Morgantown
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

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  • West Virginia University posted a job opening for Materials Handler - Facilities Management in Morgantown. Apply here.
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Ok Morgantown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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