Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU released its Fall 2025 Dean’s list, President’s list, and full list of graduates. More than 8,000 students earned honors and 1,382 graduates celebrated at December 20 commencement ceremonies held at Hope Coliseum. WVU Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia is bracing for a major winter storm, and researchers are studying how catastrophic flooding in Appalachia may affect local habitats. Conservationists warn that a rare salamander species is at risk due to shifting weather patterns + changing ecosystems. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House Speaker Roger Hanshaw discussed emergency funding for schools + college nutritional programs during the legislature this week. Student reporters tracked debates on school district finances so local residents can follow state efforts to support education. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 1 ranked Arizona beat WVU 88-53 last Saturday in Tucson — freshman Brayden Burries led with 22 points as rebounds and transition scoring pushed the Wildcats ahead, and WVU saw its fourth loss to a top-ranked team on the road. The Dominion Post
- ➤ The West Virginia women’s basketball team beat BYU 91-77 at the Marriott Center Saturday as Sydney Woodley scored a career-high 23 points + the Mountaineers stayed unbeaten on true road games. They will face the Utah Utes at 9:00 p.m. Tuesday in Big 12 play. The Dominion Post
- ➤ On Saturday morning at Suburban Lanes in Morgantown, thirteen schools competed for the 2026 OVAC 4A-5A bowling championship, with University High girls winning both individual and team titles and Morgantown High boys claiming the team title. The Dominion Post
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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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