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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jimmie Tweel Carder, the daughter of Jim’s restaurant founder, passed away after managing the restaurant for 20 years. Jim’s said + expressed deep gratitude for her lasting impact on the community. WSAZ
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity’s ‘She Nailed It!’ competition returns this weekend — registration closed on April 25 at 5 p.m. — after Executive Director David Michael discussed the event on First Look at Four. Teams had to call 304-523-4822 to register in time. WSAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Toyota invests $88M to build Hybrid Transaxles in West Virginia and the company donated $100,000 to the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center—this donation will expand training programs and boost local job opportunities. Toyota will begin production on the transaxles in late 2026. WOWK-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brandon Webb, 24, was arrested on Thursday by Huntington Police and U.S. Marshals near the 800 block of 10th Avenue after he was sought for a March shooting at a Marathon convenience store on Bridge Street where a victim was shot in the stomach; he faces charges of wanton endangerment and being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm. MetroNews
- ➤ Huntington Police Department and US Marshalls arrested Brandon Webb from the 800 block of 10th Avenue after investigating a March 25 shooting at the Marathon parking lot at 532 Bridge Street — Webb faces charges of Wanton Endangerment and Persons Prohibited From Possessing Firearms. WOWK-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Word on the Block returns this weekend in Huntington with live music, education, and story-telling to engage local audiences. Local figures Carmen Mitzi Sinnott, Duke Johnson, and Norm Branch shared details at First Look at Four — inviting community members to experience the event. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 25, 101 high school graduates gathered at Marshall University for the WSAZ Best of the Class 2025 celebration to honor the top students in the region. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Jay Webb Live Performance
8-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket info required — Experience Alabama native Jay Webb's unfiltered country music with raw, relatable lyrics.
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Brew Grass West Virginia 2025
1-7 p.m. — Taps at Heritage — Unlimited pours with ticket — Celebrate craft beers and live music from the Appalachian region.
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