Morgantown
Daily News
Thursday, February 13th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Main Street Morgantown is offering $11,000 for a professional artist or team to paint a mural downtown to enhance Wall Street Alley by June 2025, with applications due by February 19. WDTV
- ➤ The Morgantown Ice Arena closed early for a $3-4 million remodel, affecting the WVU Club Hockey team's season, with efforts made to minimize disruption and future plans to cater to both community and competitive hockey. The Daily Athenaeum
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Monongalia County Commission approved the addition of 85 acres to the Harmony Grove TIF district for potential residential development. The Dominion Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WVU Dining Services is improving campus dining halls with expanded plant-based and international options based on student feedback and recent surveys. West Virginia University
- ➤ West Virginia University's student-run radio station, U92, is hosting its third annual fundraiser on Feb. 13 and 14 to support student activities, equipment purchases, and studio renovations, aiming to raise $7,500. The Daily Athenaeum
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mon Health Medical Center warns of scam calls spoofing their number to solicit Medicare and personal health information from community members. The Dominion Post
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) sign-ups in the Morgantown area offer fresh, local produce through seasonal subscriptions, fostering a direct connection between farmers and consumers. Morgantown Magazine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pat White, a former standout quarterback for WVU, returns as assistant quarterbacks coach and assistant to the head coach, after various coaching roles including with the Los Angeles Chargers. WDTV
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West Virginia Chocolate, Wine and Shine Festival
The WV Chocolate, Wine & Shine Festival features a variety of chocolatiers, specialty foods, and West Virginia wines and moonshines at the Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center.
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Mountain Stage Concert
The Mountain Stage Band will perform live at the Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre in Morgantown.
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Bryce Nolan Live Performance
Bryce Nolan will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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Morgantown Polar Plunge for Special Olympics WV
Participants will plunge into Cheat Lake at Dockside Grille to raise funds for Special Olympics athletes, with various prizes and participant perks based on fundraising levels.
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Chance Stanley Acoustic Show
Chance Stanley, a singer-songwriter from Mississippi, will perform an acoustic show at Gene's Beer Garden with no cover charge, open to all ages.
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WV Hunting and Fishing Show 2025
The WV Hunting and Fishing Show features a wide range of outdoor products and services, making it the largest outdoor event in the region.
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Kathleen Madigan Comedy Show
Kathleen Madigan, acclaimed as the 'funniest woman in America' and a staple on major late-night shows, brings her insightful and humorous observations to the stage for a night of comedy.
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Season IV: Fantasie - Chamber Music Concert
This concert features an eclectic lineup of chamber music works, including Mendelssohn, Frank Bridge, and Dvorak, performed live in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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Carnival Night Out for Kids
This event offers a fun-filled evening of activities and games for children, allowing parents a night off while their kids engage with the cast of Morgantown Dance.
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