Today
in Huntington
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 6-foot-wide pothole was reported on U.S. 60 near the Cabell-Wayne County line Wednesday evening, affecting eastbound lanes near 28th Street West and Adams Avenue; crews worked to repair the damage as drivers faced delays + advised caution along the route. WSAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DISH Network pulled WSAZ (and other Gray Media channels) off its service more than a month ago after extending allowances during major events. Gray Media said DISH has rejected all proposals to restore service, and viewers can still access WSAZ on other platforms. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Huntington Area Regional Theatre will present the hit musical 1776 at the Keith Albee this summer with Broadway stars + special guests Tommy Smirl and Chris Sizemore to celebrate our nation’s history. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Spring Valley High School placed blue and silver pinwheels around the front lawn on Wednesday, Apr. 15 to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Milton residents can share their views on the Lower Mud River Flood Risk Management Project today in Milton. The public meeting will help local officials plan strategies to reduce flood risk. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marshall's baseball team beat Ohio State 11-7 on Wednesday at Bill Davis Stadium in Columbus by scoring six runs in the final two innings; their record now stands at 17-18 and they will travel to Mobile for a three-game series against South Alabama starting Friday. WSAZ
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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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Gimme Gimme Disco
8-11:30 p.m. — The Loud — Cost not specified — Welcome to a night filled with 70's disco vibes inspired by ABBA.
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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