Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Andy Graham, a University alum and Terra Alta native who teaches Environmental, Energy, and Land Management and practices energy law at Steptoe + Johnson in Morgantown, is featured as the January Faculty Feature. His hands-on teaching has earned praise from students. West Virginia University
- ➤ The WVU Office of the Provost invites faculty to nominate colleagues or apply for Spring 2026 awards — spanning teaching, research and service — via Digital Measures, with applications due by 11:59 p.m. Feb. 16. West Virginia University
- ➤ Rose Casey (associate professor in the Department of English) will lead the Tell Me More series on Feb. 5 at 4 p.m. in the Downtown Library's Milano Reading Room, where she will explain how The Procession tackles climate change in Guyana and colonial legacies in the Caribbean. West Virginia University
- ➤ Hope Scholarship renewal confirmations for the 2026-27 school year are open for current students with a June 15 deadline (new student applications will open on March 2), officials said. WV News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WVU has multiple wellness resources for employees to support their health this month, including PEIA Wellness that offers rewards for health screenings, free confidential support from the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, discounted memberships at Planet Fitness, and virtual mindfulness sessions through WVU Medicine Wellness. West Virginia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVU football will open its season with a home game against Coastal Carolina at Milan Puskar Stadium and play eight straight games before a bye on Halloween, including a Big 12 opener with Oklahoma State + ending with a road contest at Utah. MetroNews
- ➤ The Mountaineer Adult Kickball League will launch its spring season on March 15 with games every Sunday at White Park. Registration opens February 1 for anyone 18-plus with a $40 fee—offering a chance to enjoy community kickball. Morgantown Magazine
- ➤ WVU's 2026 football schedule is set with the season opener against Coastal Carolina on Sept. 5 at Milan Puskar Stadium. The Mountaineers will play five home games to support local businesses + boost Morgantown hotels and restaurants. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The University High girls’ basketball team secured a 67-25 win Tuesday night against Laurel Highlands on Senior Night — Bri Fox led strong play and the team meets Morgantown today for a rematch. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The 14th Bob Huggins Fish Fry will be held on January 30 at the Hazel and J.W. Ruby Community Center in Mylan Park and will feature music by Philip Bowen and a dinner show with sports figures Merril Hoge and Clark Kellogg. Proceeds will benefit cancer research + scholarships. Morgantown Magazine
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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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Ray Scott LIVE at Tipsy Teeze
8-11 p.m. — Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience critically acclaimed Nashville star Ray Scott performing live with support from Clay Justice.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders at West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Cost info not provided — Morgantown energy activated with Texas Tech in the building.
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UCF Knights vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Ticket info available — It's more than a game, it's a statement as WVU takes on UCF and leaves it all on the court!
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Black Violin Full Circle Tour
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the powerful fusion of classical and hip-hop music as Black Violin redefines musical boundaries.
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Bridgerton Trivia Night
5-8 p.m. — Stone Tower Brews — Supports Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center — Prove your wit at this spirited trivia night inspired by Bridgerton.
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Oklahoma State Cowgirls vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball
2-4 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Tickets available — The grind never stops! Bring the energy, Mountaineers!
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