City of Princeton, WV - Municipal Government

06/16/2026

Make a splash this Independence Day with Mermaid Alexis at the STAR 95-9 4th of July Pool Party!

Join us at the Princeton City Pool on July 4th and enjoy FREE swimming from Noon to 2:00 PM. Mermaid Alexis will be making a special appearance, ready for photos, smiles, and plenty of summertime fun!

Bring the family and cool off before heading to the Princeton 4th of July Celebration festivities. We can't wait to see you there!

06/16/2026

In observance of Juneteenth and WV Day, Princeton City Hall will be closed on Friday, June 19th. Friday's trash will be picked up on Thursday, June 18th.

06/15/2026

The Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 18th, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.

The meeting's agenda includes:
a. Residential 3 Variance- 1999 Fleetwood Mobile Home, located at 212 Ball Street
b. Special Use Permit- Sweet Tooth Bakery, located at 305 Mercer Street, to serve wine slushies and seasonal alcoholic beverages while complying with beer and wine controls set by the State

06/12/2026

The agenda has been finalized for the next Building Commission Meeting.

06/12/2026

You won't want to miss the inaugural Marching Tigers Motor Show!

Come check out an impressive collection of classic cars, custom builds, muscle cars, trucks, and more while supporting the Princeton Senior High School Marching Tigers.

Whether you're showing off your ride or just enjoying a day surrounded by amazing vehicles, there's something for everyone at this exciting first-year event!

The motor show will be at the Princeton High School on Saturday, July 4th. Gates open at 8:00 a.m. Judging and trophy presentation at noon.

Stay tuned for more details, including registration information, event activities, and special awards. Mark your calendars and get ready for a great day of cars, community, and Tiger pride!

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06/11/2026

Don't miss this exciting, FREE event on Sunday, June 14th, 4-7PM at Dick Copeland Square in Princeton!

- Music from Gilligan Yacht Rock and Delnora
- Meet and Greet with Dreama Denver
- Tours through the Princeton Renaissance Theater and Bob Denver Museum renovation
- Food and Drink from Engine 9 Brewing
- Exclusive Bob Denver Museum merchandise
- And more!

Dress up as your favorite character and come along for a three-hour tour to kick off summer in Downtown Princeton!

06/10/2026

Meeting Notice -

The City of Princeton will hold both a Community Improvement Commission (CIC) Meeting and a City Council Meeting on Monday, June 15th.

📍 Community Improvement Commission (CIC) Meeting
🕔 Time: 10:00 A.M.
📌 Location: Princeton Municipal Complex

📍 Princeton City Council Meeting
🕕 Time: 6:30 P.M.
📌 Location: Princeton Municipal Complex

These meetings are open to the public. For additional information, please contact Princeton City Hall.

06/10/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
JUNE 13th at 2:00 p.m.
at the PRINCETON RAILROAD MUSEUM
for SATURDAY HISTORY AT THE MUSEUM

A Special FREE Event Featuring:
• The book: Coach Lee Patton, The Untold Legend
• Website: CoachLeePatton.com
• The author, Bill Yearout, and Lee Patton's granddaughter, Carolyn Gordon, will be at the Princeton Railroad Museum to discuss the book and share stories about Lee, Agnes, Ann, and Laura Lee Patton, their friends, Lee's players, plus life in Princeton during the Great Depression and WW2. The book features lots of Princeton families.
• The story winds its way from a Texas railroad camp to Arizona to Massachusetts to Princeton, WV to Morgantown, where Coach Patton launched WVU's Golden Age of Basketball before his tragic death in 1950.
• As a coach, Lee Patton set records at PHS and WVU that remain unbroken, yet he was far more than a great coach. Lee Patton was a catalyst, an example, a beloved neighbor who inspired Princetonians to aim high and shoot straight.
• Time: Author's talk (about 35 minutes) is followed by Q & A plus time as needed for purchasing and book signing.

Notes:
• The paperback version (scheduled for release in May) may be purchased in advance via Amazon or in person at the event. E-Book versions will be released around the same time on Amazon, Apple, and Kobo.
• Author is happy to sign books purchased in advance.
• On February 10, 2025, BlueGoldNews.com rated Lee Patton number one among WVU's top ten basketball coaches of all time.

06/10/2026

Back by popular demand!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as Warehouse 40 returns to perform at the Princeton 4th of July Celebration!

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a night filled with:
🎵 Free live music from Warehouse 40, Buckeye Creek, and the Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute - Slippery When Wet
🎯 Games and activities for all ages
🌭 Delicious food trucks
🎆 Patriotic fun and community spirit
⭐ And much more!

Join us as we celebrate Independence Day together in Princeton. Stay tuned for additional event details and announcements as the excitement continues to build!

06/09/2026

We're excited to welcome Buckeye Creek back to the stage as part of this year's celebration. Their high-energy performance and crowd-favorite songs are sure to make for an unforgettable evening of music and fun.

Make plans now to join us for a fantastic evening of family activities, great entertainment, delicious food, and one of the region's best Independence Day celebrations.

Stay tuned for more event announcements as we count down to July 4th!