Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
Good morning, Huntington.
Residents reported hearing explosions early Sunday morning when a building at the John Amos Power Plant caught fire, and the Winfield Fire Department confirmed the blaze was contained to one structure with no injuries or power outages + officials continue investigating the cause.
Legislators will review an amendment to HB 5453 at the Senate Education Committee meeting today in an attempt to provide immediate special education funding for county schools facing rising costs from increased special needs enrollments—local systems have seen higher special needs percentages as enrollments drop.
The state Senate approved the Women’s Collegiate Sports Protection Act, which creates endowment funds to support women’s sports with money from private donations + grants.
The bill now awaits action from the House Education Committee before the session ends.
The Pomeroy-Mason Bridge is closed indefinitely + local officials say no reopening date is set and advise drivers to use alternate routes.
Officials reported that the Pomeroy-Mason Bridge has been closed indefinitely (since Mar.
6), affecting local travel until alternate arrangements are announced.
WVU baseball scored a 16-1 win over Columbia during a weekend series, with Ineich driving in six runs in a key inning.
The Mountaineers will host Maryland Tuesday at 2 p.m. (Ineich hit a grand slam).
Marshall's Thundering Herd earned the No. 2 seed and will face Georgia Southern at Pensacola Bay Center on Sunday at 8:30 p.m. The Eagles advanced on a five-game win streak that includes a win in Huntington.
Georgia Southern edged Marshall 82-78 in a Sun Belt semifinal at Pensacola Bay Center Sunday night.
Spudd Webb scored 31 points & led the Eagles to five wins in five days as they prepare for Monday night's title game with Troy.
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.
A Taste of Ireland
7-10 p.m. — Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with former World Irish dance champions.
Shadow Realm: Anime Night
6-10 p.m. — The Loud — Ages 18 and up — Dive into the captivating world of anime at this themed night for fans.
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