Today
in Huntington
Monday, January 26th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Three new natural gas power plants have been announced to boost energy exports as producers sold nearly 2,700 megawatts on Sunday afternoon. The projects will create jobs and lower costs for local ratepayers with more reliable electricity. MetroNews
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An ice and snowstorm hit the area last night and is causing travel delays and school closures today. City crews are working to clear roads – officials advise extra caution when traveling. WSAZ
- ➤ On Sunday, a winter storm brought heavy snow, freezing rain & sleet across West Virginia, causing hazardous travel and power outages in many counties. The National Weather Service reported snowfall totals of up to 13 inches in the north while FEMA activated federal aid to help mitigate the storm’s impacts. MetroNews
- ➤ WSAZ reporters discussed details of the winter storm affecting the region early this morning and will cover Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s weather update later today for local residents. WSAZ
- ➤ Meteorologist Nicholas Snider shows that ice has grown thick in Huntington today as a winter storm continues to impact parts of the Tri-State + his video warns residents to drive carefully. WSAZ
- ➤ Freezing rain is falling in Huntington today as a WSAZ reporter covers winter weather in Scioto County from Portsmouth. Residents should monitor local updates for any changes in conditions. WSAZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tim and Susan in Huntington provide a DIY guide for building a sled using common household items (with easy steps included) to help residents enjoy a new winter project. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Scott defeated Lincoln County 64-50 in a game played yesterday in Hamlin (photo gallery by Boothe Davis captured the moments). MetroNews
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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