Today
in Huntington
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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). WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. WSAZ
- ➤ 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. WSAZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Charleston Gazette-Mail
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. MetroNews
- ➤ 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. Charleston Gazette-Mail
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WSAZ
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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.
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Sponge Rave
9:00 PM – 11:59 PM — The Loud — Check out an exciting evening of music and fun.
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WVSSAC Wrestling Tournament - Morning Session
8-11 a.m. — Marshall Health Network Arena — Check out the best local wrestlers compete for glory!
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Inoculation Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Loud — $42+ — Experience an unforgettable night with live performances by Inoculation.
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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.
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Shrek Rave
9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Price details unknown — Dance the night away with a Shrek-themed rave experience.
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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.
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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.
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