Today
in Huntington
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters used drones+innovative technology to locate teens who had gotten lost near the Mason-Cabell County line on Monday, Feb. 23. The search helped confirm their safety before officials closed the area. WSAZ
- ➤ On Saturday, firefighters used advanced drone technology to locate two missing teens riding a flooded side-by-side near Gwinn Road. They guided ground crews with GPS coordinates and thermal imaging and safely brought all five teens to their families. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The band Chicago is set to perform at the Clay Center soon, and local officials warn that slick roads from the recent snow (Feb. 23) may slow travel for concertgoers. WSAZ
- ➤ Elizabeth Elswick, the creative behind Hippie's Daughter designs seen at local festivals, has opened a permanent storefront in St. Albans where she showcases Appalachian heritage with goods inspired by family sayings. WCHS-TV
- ➤ West Virginia native Woody Williams risked his life on Iwo Jima during WWII and earned the Medal of Honor; he later devoted his time in Huntington to honoring veterans and promoting Gold Star monuments before his death in 2022. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Legislators introduced a bill in the House Finance Committee to set a $5,200 cap per recipient and tighten expense rules for the expanding Hope Scholarship program, which now supports all school-aged children at a state cost of $300 million. Critics worry the changes could reduce school choices (Sen. Patricia Rucker). MetroNews
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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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