Today
in Huntington
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dogs from the Huntington-Cabell-Wayne Animal Control Shelter are coming to PetSmart at Tanyard Station for adoption today from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, part of National Pet Adoption Week, is expected to become a monthly occurrence. WSAZ
- ➤ A UN religious ambassador is set to visit the Apostolic Life Cathedral soon to share global insights with local churchgoers. A swap meet opens this weekend at Milton Flea Market for buying and selling car parts, and Advanced Nutrition Solutions advises that aging residents may face extra challenges with weight loss. WSAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Google purchased land in Buffalo (Putnam County) and received approval for a multibillion-dollar data center project, with planning in its early stages. Talks with local officials continue to shape future steps. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local school received a $30,000 state grant on Friday, Mar. 27 to improve its academic programs, with funds set to enhance learning resources and facility upgrades. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Herd baseball will host the reigning national runner-up in an upcoming game at their home field, with the matchup serving as an important season opener that is expected to draw strong local support. WSAZ
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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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Cognitive Live with Awakening the Revenant, Fabricate, Loose Ends
6-7 p.m. — The Loud — $14.14 — Experience a night of emerging music with notable local bands providing a unique live performance.
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Them Dirty Roses Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket info TBA — Experience southern charm and music from the Bama boys with heartfelt melodies.
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WESTFEST Featuring Arlo McKinley
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM — West Edge — Entry Fee TBD — Enjoy the heartfelt tunes of Arlo McKinley and immerse yourself in a day of captivating music.
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Brit Taylor and Adam Chaffins at The Loud
8-11:59 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket price not specified — Experience an evening of captivating performances by Brit Taylor, an accomplished singer-songwriter, alongside Adam Chaffins and Dale Blankenship.
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Live Performance by Jeremy Short
9 PM – 1 AM — The Loud — $10 cover — Experience the unique sounds of Eastern Kentucky Space Funk with Jeremy Short's golden voice and captivating guitar skills.
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Loopy Fest
5-11:59 p.m. — The Loud — $20.20 — Enjoy a musical lineup featuring local bands and DJ performances in Huntington's vibrant scene.
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