Morgantown
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Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofits and community organizations will gather at the Community Engagement Expo to share their missions and explore volunteer, learning, and internship opportunities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 12 at Mountainlair — faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to join. West Virginia University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new feature reveals Morgantown’s rich Black history, showing how community landmarks & traditions have shaped local life and spotlighting contributions that many have long overlooked. WV News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erin Kelley joins the Office of Student Accommodations as the University’s first digital accessibility program director and will coordinate technical training and compliance efforts across departments (including ITS and academic units) to set improved digital accessibility standards. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU students can volunteer to teach STEM lessons to Scouts aged 12-18 at the National Scout Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve in Glen Jean from July 19-31 and earn free admission, a $500 scholarship, 50 service hours, meals, housing, and extra perks (including WVU swag). West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU and WVU Extension Day at the Legislature was featured in the Feb. 6 edition of Under the Dome — highlighting President Michael T. Benson’s remarks and legislative updates from budget hearings and high-profile bills — produced by WVU Government Relations. West Virginia University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mon County Sheriff’s Office reminds fans to secure a designated sober ride for Super Bowl festivities. The office, collaborating with state and national highway safety programs, advises hosts to supply food & non-alcoholic drinks to help ensure everyone’s safe ride home. WDTV
- ➤ The FDA (Federal Drug Administration) announced new steps to help food makers move away from petroleum-based dyes while a West Virginia ban faces a court challenge. WV News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, MCHD Dentistry hosted its 16th Give Kids A Smile Day by providing free cleanings, flossing, and fluoride treatments to 31 uninsured children + Dr. Kayla Workman said the event promoted healthy dental habits for life. WDTV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Gold & Blue Enterprises, WVU Athletics’ nonprofit arm, bought the former Hotel M property at 1400 Saratoga Avenue in Star City at auction for $3.975 million on Jan. 30, and ownership transferred to the Board of Governors; plans for the site remain undecided despite its strategic location near Hope Coliseum. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Christian earned a 59-49 win over fourth-ranked Clay-Battelle on Thursday in Sabraton. Led by Austin Porta’s 27 points, the Warriors now prepare to face Magnolia on the road and will host Frontier in the OVAC 1A semifinal on Feb. 10. The Dominion Post
- ➤ Don Spencer, 89, recently returned to the newly renovated Morgantown Ice Arena, where his decades of service brought safety innovations for goalies and launched local hockey programs — helping shape youth and collegiate play in the area. The Dominion Post
- ➤ University High wrestling team—top-ranked with 12 wrestlers in the top 10—is competing in the Dual Team State Championship at the WV State Fairgrounds today after winning last week's WSAZ Invitational; they will face Parkersburg South in the opening round. The Dominion Post
- ➤ West Virginia women’s basketball readies for a game against Arizona today at 2 p.m. at Hope Coliseum as the Mountaineers chase the top seed in the Big 12. Arizona, with an 11-11 overall record and 2-9 in conference play, will play without their injured guard which could slow their offense. The Dominion Post
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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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West Virginia Mountaineers vs. UCF Knights
8-10 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Charge or defend? It's Mountaineers vs UCF tonight!
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