FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 21, 2025

Ruby Summer Concert Series Named Top 5 Finalist in Dominion Post Readers’ Choice Awards

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The City of Morgantown is pleased to announce that the Ruby Summer Concert Series has been selected as a Top 5 Finalist in the Event/Festival/Fair category of the inaugural Dominion Post Readers’ Choice Awards.

This recognition highlights the strong community support and enthusiasm for the concert series, which has become a beloved summer tradition at the Ruby Amphitheater in Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. The city thanks everyone who nominated the Ruby Summer Concert Series and residents can help bring home the win by voting in the final round.

Final Voting Details

• Voting Period: July 21 – July 31 - Voters may vote on all Readers' Choice selections once per day
• Where to Vote: Visit DominionPost.com 
• Top 3 Winners Announced: October 10 in a special section of The Dominion Post
• Gala Celebration: October 9 at Hotel Morgan (Top 3 finalists in each category will be invited)

“We’re honored to see the Ruby Summer Concert Series recognized as one of the top events in the region,” said Vincent Kitch, Director of Arts and Cultural Development. “This nomination reflects our community’s love and incredible support for the amazing entertainment experiences we offer as a city. Again, we would like to thank the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust and all our incredible sponsors and grant makers who make our work possible.”

To help spread the word, the city will be sharing promotional materials through various social media platforms. Local businesses and residents can show their support by voting at dominionpost.com/readerschoice starting July 21.

For more information about the Ruby Summer Concert Series and to share concert series news, follow us on Facebook or visit rubyampwv.com.

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