Morgantown
Daily News
Sunday, February 16th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Monongalia County experiences a significant increase in homicide cases, prompting the Prosecuting Attorney to seek additional budgetary support for advanced investigative resources. The Dominion Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 5th Annual West Virginia Chocolate, Wine, and Shine Festival attracted regional attendees to Morgantown's Hazel and J.W. Ruby Community Center. WV News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute participates in a clinical trial for the SEAL Embolization System, a new device aimed at improving brain aneurysm treatment. The Dominion Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 2 Spring Valley defeated No. 1 Morgantown 48-40 in a pivotal Class AAAA girls basketball game, securing the win with a late 8-0 run. The Dominion Post
- ➤ JJ Quinerly led West Virginia University to a 69-50 victory over Cincinnati with 29 points, marking a successful Senior Day and keeping WVU's postseason prospects bright. MetroNews
- ➤ Morgantown High School overcame a double-digit deficit to beat Steubenville 70-64, with Marty Johnson leading as MVP, securing their repeat as OVAC Class 5A champions. The Dominion Post
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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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IXL Live Workshop in Morgantown, WV
This hands-on workshop offers educators the opportunity to explore effective strategies for using IXL's assessment tools and curriculum in their classrooms.
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