Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Huntington's Mayor Patrick Farrell highlights the urgent need to address homelessness and drug issues following a fire in an abandoned building, emphasizing the launch of a pilot program aimed at reducing veteran homelessness. MetroNews
- ➤ Appalachian Power is working to restore electricity to over 33,000 customers in southern West Virginia, with full restoration expected by Wednesday evening, facing challenges from icy conditions. MetroNews
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Huntington fire crews successfully extinguished an early morning fire in a commercial building's second floor, with no reported injuries and the cause under investigation. MetroNews
- ➤ A fire broke out in a vacant apartment building in Huntington early Tuesday morning with no injuries reported. WCHS-TV
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Concert Featuring Zay Lukas, Gardenn, Icezaya, Fat Shane, and Mosaix
This is a lively music concert featuring multiple artists, open to attendees aged 18 and up, taking place at The Loud.
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Don't Look Back, Mad World, Rockwell's Ghost, Duly Concert
A live music event featuring multiple bands at The Loud, a popular venue in Huntington, WV, with standing room only access.
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Dark Moon Hollow Concert with Noah Freeman
Dark Moon Hollow will perform live at The Loud in Huntington, WV, offering an engaging country music experience.
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Laid Back Country Picker featuring Shelby Lore
This live music event features Laid Back Country Picker alongside Shelby Lore, welcoming attendees aged 18 and up.
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