Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cooper's Rock Foundation hosted its annual Winterfest fundraiser today in the park's overlook area to raise money for improvements, offering cross country skiing, sledding and snowman building + student coordinator Josie Bedore noted the fun despite the cold. WDTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Inside Appalachia (a show on WV Public Broadcasting) this week features college students carving prints inspired by local stories, a Hare Krishna community serving vegetarian meals in three sacred kitchens, and a report on COVID-19 that examines the pandemic’s impact on marginalized groups. The program offers fresh regional perspectives. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Joey Garcia co-sponsors two bills to restore voting rights on higher education boards after House Bill 3279 removed votes for student and faculty reps. The proposals follow strong student support during events at WVU + Marshall celebrations. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mountaineers earned their 20th win with an 87-68 result against Arizona, improving to 10-3 in Big 12 play after five players scored in double digits & forced 29 turnovers. Alumni Day honored former players at Hope Coliseum, and the team will host UCF on Wednesday. MetroNews
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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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