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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lily’s Place took ownership of the former Highlawn Elementary property after the Cabell County Board of Education approved the transfer in a Tuesday meeting. The non-profit said the building will be renovated using congressional funding to expand care services for families dealing with substance use disorder and for newborns with neonatal abstinence syndrome—officials promised further community updates. WSAZ
- ➤ Food Fair & Facing Hunger Foodbank are teaming up to help local families—Cynthia Kirkhart from Facing Hunger Foodbank and Tim Forth from Food Fair shared ideas at First Look at Four on how to get involved. WSAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jim's Steak and Spaghetti in Huntington announced an expansion on April 16th that will add a dedicated to-go counter—enhanced seating for larger groups—roomier restrooms. The changes are underway to improve the restaurant's service. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The West Virginia Department of Education granted a waiver for Cabell County Schools to address four missed days of school due to severe weather in January and February—if approved at the May 6 board meeting, summer break will begin on May 28. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Huntington Mayor Patrick Farrell reflected on his first 100 days in a Wednesday interview, noting progress in improving safety, housing for the homeless and economic growth. He detailed completed actions such as boarding 17 properties, drug busts and infrastructure fixes — and said future plans include opening a new emergency shelter, launching a Veterans Pilot Program and funding projects with an excise sales tax. WSAZ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marshall football coach Tony Gibson finished his first spring practice and said the 108-player roster will be trimmed to 105 for fall drills — the transfer portal reopens Wednesday. He added that one-on-one meetings will guide players on their roles while the team works to finish the spring academic semester strong — a sign of both hope and concern after the spring game. MetroNews
- ➤ This weekend, local weight-lifters will compete at Marshall University for the Mind Muscle Classic—Josh Williams described the event during his visit to First Look at Four. WSAZ
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GHPRD Earth Day Celebration
6-8 p.m. — Heritage Station — Free entry — Create recycled bird feeders and help make a positive impact on the environment just in time for Spring.
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Huntington Hysteria Scavenger Hunt
12-9 p.m. — 210 11th St, Huntington, WV — Ticket required — Embark on a self-guided adventure discovering hidden gems and secrets of Huntington through a fun scavenger hunt.
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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — Old North Arcade Bar — 25% OFF code: RAD25 until April 5th — Experience a night of '80s nostalgia with contests, prizes, and fun.
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Friendly Fire, Kid Cherry & The Graduates, Code Red News Concert
9:00 PM - 11:30 PM — The Loud — $8 — Enjoy a lively concert featuring local talent for a fun night out.
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Harmony House Renaissance Faire
1 a.m. — Barboursville Park — Free entry — Explore a lively medieval atmosphere with over 40 local vendors and entertainment at the annual Renaissance Faire.
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Conversation with Author Katherine Howe
12-2 p.m. — Cabell County Public Library — $20 ticket includes lunch — Engage with bestselling author Katherine Howe as she discusses her works on witchcraft and piracy.
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Parked Concert at The Loud
9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of dynamic performances and engaging music from Parked.
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Nathan Bess Concert
9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Loud — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the soulful blend of Country, Americana, and Folk music from Charleston's rising star, Nathan Bess.
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East Nash Grass Concert
8-11:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets available now — Experience the vibrant sounds of bluegrass with East Nash Grass in downtown Huntington.
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Live Music with Townsel Turner, Ally Fletcher, and Cadillac Young
9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — $8 — Enjoy a night of live music from rising stars in a vibrant venue.
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