Good morning, Huntington.

Secretary of State Kris Warner visited Barboursville Middle School on Friday to honor Campbell Hettlinger as the winner of the I Voted sticker contest.

Forty-eight students participated (Ansley Call and Marley Lynn Poe-McComas took second and third).

Tim Irr previews Mountain State Maple Days — a local event celebrating the maple season with planned demonstrations and activities.

More details about the schedule and venue will be shared soon.

Tim Irr previews Mountain State Maple Days, a local festival celebrating the sweet season in Huntington.

The event will showcase seasonal maple products and local traditions as organizers plan community activities.

Two power companies filed a request with regulators on Feb.

18 to obtain 191 million dollars to fix a cracked cooling tower at a coal plant near Moundsville. If approved, customer bills will rise by about 1 dollar a month to keep the plant running beyond 2040.

Families gathered in the House Finance Committee meeting today to support the current Hope Scholarship while opposing proposed changes that would limit funding and spending options for private schooling + legislators note the proposal sets a fixed cap of $5,250 and narrows allowable expenses, with further review planned.

The West Virginia House of Delegates unanimously passed House Bill 4765 (a 3% pay raise for teachers, school personnel and state police) on Feb.

19, 2026, sending the measure to the Senate.

Local skating stars are practicing at a downtown rink as they prepare for nationals next month.

The team trains daily to perfect routines for the upcoming competition.

Acts of Love - An Evening of Love Stories

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre — $22 at the door — Experience a heartfelt journey through the many facets of love in this entertaining collection of stories and songs.

Sponge Rave

9:00 PM – 11:59 PM — The Loud — Check out an exciting evening of music and fun.

WVSSAC Wrestling Tournament - Morning Session

8-11 a.m. — Marshall Health Network Arena — Check out the best local wrestlers compete for glory!

Inoculation Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Loud — $42+ — Experience an unforgettable night with live performances by Inoculation.

Austin Meade and Goodbye June Live Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of hard rock and Southern blues with Austin Meade and Goodbye June.

Shrek Rave

9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Price details unknown — Dance the night away with a Shrek-themed rave experience.

Shallow Side Live in Huntington

8-11 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience captivating rock performances by Shallow Side and enjoy a vibrant venue atmosphere.

Joey Aich with the Heavy Hitters

8-9 p.m. — The Loud — $14.14 — Experience an exciting night of live music with Joey Aich and the Heavy Hitters.