Today in Huntington Logo Today in Huntington

Friday, May 2nd, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Today in Huntington.

Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Heritage Farm will hold its Spring Festival this weekend—this event brings plenty of food and fun. Audy Perry and Wilder the Turtle spoke with Jason Webb on First Look at Four about details of the upcoming festival.  WSAZ
  • TEAM for West Virginia Children is a non-profit in Huntington that protects children by preventing abuse and neglect — nonprofit leader Laurie McKeown explained the organization’s work during an interview on First Look at Four.  WSAZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • Renowned Broadway and jazz pianist Russ Kassoff will perform his show 'Conversation on the Keys' at Ohio University Southern next month—John Ferguson and Teresa Smith from the Ironton Rotary Club shared details of the upcoming event.  WSAZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The West Virginia Department of Tourism is offering the Governor’s School for Tourism program to help high school students learn about local attractions in West Virginia. Director of Public Relations Lauren Bodnar stopped by First Look at Four + explained how the program gives students a chance to explore the tourism industry.  WSAZ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The police department now lets residents file select reports online—only non-emergency cases are eligible while urgent incidents must still be reported in person to ensure immediate response.  WSAZ

HEALTH NEWS

  • Dr. Matt Christiansen from Valley Health Systems visited First Look at Four to offer advice on staying safe during tick season. He explained ways to reduce tick exposure when outdoors.  WSAZ

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Thu, 5/15/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/16/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

    View event
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features

The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune. 

Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.

Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Today in Huntington.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Any fool can make something complicated. It takes a genius to make it simple.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Today in Huntington

Welcome to the Today in Huntington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Huntington, West Virginia community. If you like the Today in Huntington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Huntington.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Huntington and across West Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Today in Huntington

A free Huntington community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here