Today
in Huntington
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A chemical spill occurred at the National Guard base yesterday, and cleanup crews responded quickly while environmental experts assessed air quality impacts; local officials advised residents to follow safety guidelines until the situation stabilized. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Payton and Shannon Litton preview Week 2 of Fired Up Friday 2026; the program will air every Friday on Studio 3 at 11 a.m. + it spotlights local entertainment for residents. WSAZ
- ➤ On Jan. 15, 1966, country singer Red Sovine topped the music charts with his song 'Giddy Up Go,' marking his second number 1 hit. His milestone remains a key part of West Virginia music history. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner discussed the 'I Voted' sticker contest yesterday (a new effort to boost voter engagement) during a briefing in Huntington. Residents are encouraged to review the official contest rules for more details. WSAZ
- ➤ State Treasurer Larry Pack gave a check for over $47,000 to the Cabell County Board of Education (from unclaimed property) on Jan. 15. There are 235,000 listings in the county valued at more than $32 million. WSAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ACA open enrollment ended Thursday at midnight — rising costs prompted about a quarter of West Virginians to switch to high-deductible plans or drop coverage. First Choice Health Systems reported fewer new signups since its outreach was cut by 90% in 2025. MetroNews
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South Alabama Jaguars vs. Marshall Thundering Herd Basketball
4-6 p.m. — Cam Henderson Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Thundering Herd as they face off against the Jaguars in an exciting basketball matchup.
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Candlelight: Valentine's Day Special
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Foundry Theater — $31.03 — Experience the magic of candlelight concerts featuring the music of Queen and The Beatles.
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