Morgantown
Daily News
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Nothing Bundt Cakes held its soft opening last Sunday at University Town Centre and now offers a range of flavors in Morgantown. The bakery is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. WDTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mettiki Coal issued WARN Act notices to 200 Mountain View Mine workers following a customer plant outage in 2025 and expects more shutdowns next year — affected workers will finish contracts in March while the company plans reclamation work to decide the mine’s future. WDTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates for WVU Libraries and Press dean role will hold public presentations at the Downtown Library (Milano Reading Room) on Feb. 2, Feb. 3, Feb. 5, and Feb. 10; sessions will offer in-person and virtual options with details sent by ENews and email. West Virginia University
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The VITA program offers free tax preparation services to families earning up to $69,000, IRS-funded and supported by West Virginia DoHS. Residents statewide can locate a site to file taxes accurately and avoid costly fees. WDTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown Municipal Airport director Jon Vrabel said the airport will add seasonal flights and start a runway extension to 6,200 ft to allow larger jets + improve FAA funding eligibility. Some work has been delayed by weather but progress is expected this summer. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Morgantown residents 18+ can apply for the free Citizens Academy, which now offers longer 2.5-hour sessions, civic leadership recognition, and a digital microcredential through WVU — including extra slots for WVU students. Applications open Feb. 2 with a March 19 deadline, and candidates will be notified by early April. West Virginia University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Armand Hill, a 4-star running back who had been WVU’s only committed pledge for the class of 2027 from March 2025, reportedly decommitted Thursday night amid coaching changes and new recruits in the running back room — officials say the program is revising its recruitment strategy. The Dominion Post
- ➤ WVU men's basketball will host Baylor at 4 p.m. Saturday in Hope Coliseum. The Mountaineers, who are known for slow starts but a strong defense, will try to build on their 59-54 win as they face Baylor's top scorers like Cameron Moore and Tounde Yessoufou. The Dominion Post
- ➤ West Virginia women’s basketball will face No. 14 Baylor on Sunday at 1 p.m. on campus. Baylor carries an 18+3 record and a strong defense, and Coach Mark Kellogg expects his team to take an early lead to boost their Big 12 standing. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Frank Vitale and his son Max worked as referees at a local wrestling tournament in Morgantown. The pair, both certified at 17 (Frank in New Jersey and Max inspired by his father), helped create a fair and encouraging field for young wrestlers. The Dominion Post
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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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Gardner Winter Music Festival
5 p.m. – 10 p.m. — South Middle School — $5 for adults, free for musicians and kids under 7 — Celebrate winter with Appalachian music, dance, and workshops.
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