Morgantown
Daily News
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Morgantown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pierpont Community and Technical College opened student-run Cafe 74 Monday at Middletown Commons. Culinary students prepared food and baked pastries (gaining hands-on training) while reinvesting all profits to enhance the kitchen. WDTV
- ➤ Aaron Gale, a WVU associate professor, explains that popular Easter symbols (the Easter Bunny and egg hunts) may have deep Christian roots. His insights give locals a fresh look at the traditions they celebrate. WV News
- ➤ The Board of Education and allied petitioners filed a brief with the Supreme Court on Thursday to reverse a circuit court ruling that granted a religious exemption to school vaccine requirements, arguing that the law contains no such provision (responses are due within 45 days, with a final brief by June 1). Communications director Jared Hunt clarified that no decision has been made. West Virginia Public Broadcasting
- ➤ Mountaineer alumni James and Barbara Gilkerson donated $300,000 to modernize Martin Hall (part of the Reed School of Media and Communications) today; the gift will fund improvements that boost student resources and innovation. WV News
- ➤ The Office of Graduate Education and Life will host Graduate Student Appreciation Week from April 6-10 at WVU, with social and wellness activities including free professional headshots + workshops, snack and coffee stations to celebrate graduate and professional students. West Virginia University
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the West Virginia Lottery produced its largest Millionaire for Life win yet after a $7,500 ticket hit, marking a record win for the new game. WV News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Patrick Morrisey launched the 2026 Gold Rush trout stockings yesterday by releasing 50,000 golden trout statewide to revive a popular outdoor tradition and boost local fishing. The event promises to bring a festive spirit to community outdoor pastimes. WV News
- ➤ State officials announced a new energy policy partnership today as WV's Dept. of Energy teams up with Glenn Davis's Davis Energy & Infrastructure Strategy Group to boost capacity for natural gas, advanced nuclear and data centers. Gov. Patrick Morrisey says the move will attract jobs and investment. MetroNews
- ➤ House Bill 5168 allocates $12 million from lottery proceeds to permanently fund EMS units & support crisis intervention and employee counseling. Gov. Morrisey must sign the measure by Wednesday to boost EMS readiness statewide. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rich Rodriguez, the Mountaineers head coach, said after Saturday's scrimmage that while the offense shows progress, the defense still needs to nail down fundamentals. Coaches are shifting players to pinpoint the best performers ahead of The Gold-Blue Spring Festival on April 18. MetroNews
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Stavros Halkias Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night filled with unforgettable laughs from acclaimed comedian Stavros Halkias.
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IDeA State Cancer Trainee Research Conference
April 13-15 — Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place — Registration required — A unique symposium focusing on advancing cancer research through trainee collaboration.
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Ducks Unlimited: WVU Sportsman's Night Out
— Morgantown Elks Lodge #411 — Registration details to be announced — Enjoy a social evening focused on outdoor sports and conservation.
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