Good morning, Huntington.

On Jan. 23, 1903, the West Virginia legislature made the Rhododendron the state flower — school children chose it over other options.

This historic vote remains a proud part of local culture.

Chad Hedrick, an Ashland native, won over $74,000 on Friday’s Wheel of Fortune and celebrated with family in Boyd County.

South Charleston’s Matt Massie also earned local recognition by finishing second on Jeopardy’s Tournament of Champions.

Cabell Midland High School hosted its FIRED UP FRIDAY Week 3 highlights yesterday, showcasing student talent + community pride in a school-led celebration that emphasized both academic and athletic achievements.

WV education leaders met with lawmakers Thursday to discuss changes to the State Aid Formula amid the Department of Education's budget proposals.

Jackson County Superintendent William Hosaflook said the Finance Committee will consider impacts on special needs and school safety funding as it prepares its budget bill.

Appalachian Power is preparing for possible outages as a weekend winter storm is expected to bring up to 10 inches of wet snow and 0.5 inch of ice across parts of the region — crews are ready to respond while residents update emergency plans.

Gov. Morrisey urged residents to check emergency supplies and fuel up ahead of dangerous winter weather.

State agencies have activated plans (covering 55 counties) to lend help and advise citizens to minimize travel as conditions worsen.

Safety officials urge residents to stay home if travel is not essential amid the weekend snowstorm.

They advise drivers to keep their emergency kits stocked with items like a first aid kit, ice scraper, jumper cables + flashlight with extra batteries, snow shovel, blanket, and water.

Marshall's men's basketball game with South Alabama has been postponed due to an expected snowstorm and will now take place Feb.

16 at 7 p.m. at the Cam Henderson Center + all tickets for the canceled game will be honored for the contest.

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.