Today
in Huntington
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City leaders in Ashland are hosting monthly meetings to help the unhoused—focusing on improved services and local support—while Marshall University's School of Art and Design students recently showcased their Capstone Exhibition projects at First Look at Four. WSAZ
- ➤ Local authorities began searching for a missing man with cerebral palsy on Apr. 7 (reported at 4:10 p.m.) and ask residents near Huntington to share any tips that could help locate him. WSAZ
- ➤ Vada da Silva cut the ribbon yesterday at Huntington's new Red Cross facility (a center that will offer essential services to local residents). The ceremony marked the start of a new community resource aimed at improving local support. WSAZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tony explains that early apple blossoms now face freeze and frost warnings while a long dry spell may raise brush fire risks in local woodlands. The forecast comes as temperatures fall in Huntington. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Fire and Rescue now operates 24/7 with 13 paid firefighters+ cutting response times to 90 seconds as call volume nears 2,000, while Putnam County has hired five new staff for volunteer units and plans further hires by mid-year. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mark D’Antoni, a Mullens native, will be honored as part of the 2026 Hall of Fame class for his contributions to basketball. The induction ceremony is set for August 14th and 15th in Springfield (Massachusetts). MetroNews
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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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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.
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