Morgantown
Daily News
Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Morgantown Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board is working on improving public access to police statistical data and simplifying the police complaint process, despite facing challenges and slow progress. The Dominion Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Morgantown resident has been charged with animal cruelty following the discovery of a severely malnourished dog by local authorities. WV News
- ➤ Morgantown officials have charged all nine individuals involved in a robbery and assault at Casa D’Amici on Feb. 9, with further details of the investigation pending. The Dominion Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marilyn Munzer, Tara Robbins, and Jenna Edwards were honored by NACADA for their exceptional contributions to academic advising at WVU, focusing on enhancing student success. West Virginia University
- ➤ WVU maintains its R1 top research institution status for the fourth year, highlighting its significant research expenditures and contributions, especially in areas like neuroscience and astrophysics. The Daily Athenaeum
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown City Council members discussed and raised issues regarding the Mountain Line Access Pass program in their latest meeting. WV News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 17-ranked West Virginia University women's basketball team defeated No. 12 Kansas State 70-57, marking their second win over an AP-ranked opponent this season and extending their home win streak to 16 games. West Virginia University
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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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Live Performance by the Davisson Brothers Band
The Davisson Brothers Band, a genre-blurring mountain rock band, will perform live at Tipsy Teeze Bar, Grill and Music Hall in Morgantown, West Virginia.
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