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🌱 Authorities identify man found dead after extensive Cooper’s Rock search

Morgantown, West Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Authorities identify man found dead after extensive Cooper’s Rock search
  • How Primanti Bros.’ short High Street stay turned into a big lawsuit
  • Standoff near Morgantown ends after house fire and safe surrender

Also on today's calendar: Morgantown Crankie Festival (2026) and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 67 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, a shower; cool, temps: high: 58, low: 45.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 69 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Monongalia County authorities identify California man found dead at Cooper's Rock - West Virginia Daily News (wvdn.com) — Monongalia County authorities have identified the man found dead at Cooper’s Rock State Forest as 34-year-old Andrew Zimmer of California, following a large search effort launched from Morgantown. Deputies discovered his abandoned vehicle in the park, conducted an extensive search of the rugged terrain, and later confirmed he died at the scene, with investigators saying no foul play is suspected.
   

2. Lawsuit: Primanti Bros. stopped paying rent on High Street location (dominionpost.com) — A lawsuit claims Primanti Bros. stopped paying rent on its former High Street location, with the landlord seeking more than $870,000 plus fees in Monongalia County Circuit Court. The case stems from the chain’s abrupt 2025 closure after just a year downtown. The article also recalls how city zoning approvals and a council ordinance helped pave the way for the restaurant’s short-lived Morgantown run.
   

3. Man starts house fire, ultimately surrenders after standoff with deputies in Monongalia County (wdtv.com) — A tense welfare-check call in Monongalia County turned into an hours-long standoff near Morgantown on Sunday, ending when a man surrendered after allegedly setting a fire that destroyed his home. Local deputies, crisis negotiators, and nearby volunteer fire departments worked together to contain the situation, and the man is now undergoing evaluation at a hospital.
   

4. Report: Used RV Sales Increase in March (rvnews.com) — RV dealers in the Morgantown market saw one of the steepest national drops in March, with retail registrations plunging more than 86% year over year. While used RV sales are climbing across North America, new RV registrations continue to fall sharply, and Morgantown is among the hardest-hit areas, signaling potential challenges for local dealers and buyers.
   

5. Veterans handed new mission in Mountain State (dominionpost.com) — Veterans considering a move to West Virginia can now get relocation payments through the new Ascend Heroes program, which specifically includes the Morgantown area as a destination. Backed by the state, WVU, and partners, the initiative offers $12,000 over two years and extra incentives for homebuyers, aiming to bring skilled veterans into communities and local schools across the Mountain State.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Anyone know anything about cat weight loss?
    Is it possible for a cat to look this skinny after a month of being missing? Michi was never fat she was approx. 10 lbs and well fed. And she had a… (Nextdoor Jones Place)
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    About 6 feet high and access is a little tricky. Looking for recs for experienced retaining wall builders who can take a look. (Nextdoor Greycliffe)
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  • Papa John's - Sun Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Morgantown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Morgantown here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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