Good morning, Huntington.

In Mason County, a drone pilot from Jackson Aerial Ag Company is helping farmers map fields and evenly spray crop protection products as they prepare for dry conditions following a recent frost — the method quickly detects early crop stress.

Andrew Colegrove of WSAZ+ is launching a new weekly series called Backroads and Backstories that spotlights unique local places.

Viewers can catch the debut next Monday at 1:00 p.m. and the follow-up story on Wednesday at 9:00 p.m.

Drivers have reported paying up to $50 for a fill-up today as local gas stations charge between $3.77 and $4.19 per gallon; the American Automobile Association noted the national average has now exceeded $4 and advised measures to boost fuel economy.

Local drivers in Huntington face rising fuel costs as West Virginia gas averages $3.97 per gallon, with some stations along U.S. 60 charging over $4.

Experts say higher oil costs are driving the recent surge.

The board of education placed a school bond measure on the ballot Monday, Apr.

6 to fund a new sports complex for local schools; voters will decide in the upcoming election.

Plans to build over 500 new homes near Huntington may lead to traffic congestion, and local officials will review options to ease road flow.

The review is set to take place soon (meeting details are pending).

Marshall women’s basketball team won the WNIT by beating Illinois State 66-41 on Saturday afternoon at the Henderson Center.

Meredith Maier discussed the win on WSAZ Sports+ with Joseph Payton (a local commentator) and Jim Treacy.

Lincoln baseball clinched a 10 to 0 win against South Harrison in Monday's game.

Pitchers AJ Bart and Colton Edwards allowed only three hits over six innings while Alex Greene drove in four runs (including two on a home run) to seal the Cougars' victory.

Huntington Little League held its opening day this weekend at Huntington Arch baseball diamond — Tony Cavalier watched as young players take the field to start their season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

An Evening with The Kind Thieves

9 p.m. — The Loud — $20.20 — Enjoy an electrifying night with The Kind Thieves as they take the stage.