Morgantown
Daily News
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU signed USC transfer receiver Prince Strachan & he brings a 6-foot-5, 3-star talent to fill a gap in the Mountaineers’ offense following transfers and graduations; he played one season at USC and two years at Boise State. The Dominion Post
- ➤ WVU announced linebacker Isaiah Patterson, a UNLV transfer previously at UCLA, committed after visiting Morgantown today with coach Rich Rodriguez and staff. The young prospect adds depth with three years of eligibility after recent departures — bolstering the Mountaineers' defense. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The Morgantown Curling Club helps locals learn the Olympic sport of curling every other Saturday from 9-11 a.m.—participants need only register online as the club provides all necessary equipment. WDTV
- ➤ WVU women’s basketball clinched a 60-58 win against Kansas State on Sunday — scoring a last-minute basket that secured their third win in conference play. The win brought their season record to 13-2 as the team prepares to host Texas Tech on Jan. 7. 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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Baylor Bears vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball
4-6 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Free trial for streaming — Catch the live action as Baylor faces West Virginia in an exciting college basketball showdown.
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