Today
in Huntington
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Empty Bowls fundraiser returned Friday morning at Pullman Square — art students and local volunteers used Marshall University’s pottery studio to craft unique bowls — and each $20 sale provided 180 meals for Facing Hunger Foodbank. WSAZ
- ➤ Bishop designate Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, who once served a Spanish Mass in Martinsburg and owns a cabin in Hardy County, was introduced in Wheeling yesterday and will visit parishioners across West Virginia as he begins his ministry. MetroNews
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Star-Spangled Sing-Off contest — launched Friday, May 1 — invites Americans to send a solo, a cappella rendition of the national anthem to win a trip to Nashville. Entries must be uploaded via the WSAZ app by Sunday, May 31 at 11:59 p.m. EST. WSAZ
- ➤ Bishop Mark Brennan retired after Pope Leo XIV accepted his resignation and named successor Most Reverend Evelio Menjivar-Ayala (auxiliary bishop in Washington); a news conference is set for 10 a.m. today in Wheeling. MetroNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cabell County Schools hosts Special Olympics today — a sports event where local athletes compete and show their skills in various competitions. Community members can support the athletes at the school sports complex. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In April, state revenue reached $671 million—$70 million above estimates and more than $27 million higher than last April; year-to-date collections totaled $4.742 billion, a surplus that Governor Morrisey said supports full funding of state priorities. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marshall will begin a three-game Sun Belt Conference series at James Madison Friday at 6 p.m. with star pitcher Bryce Blevins (8-2) expected to boost the team's chances amid a tie for a tournament spot. MetroNews
- ➤ The West Virginia Athletic Directors Association announced North-South All-Star Basketball game rosters scheduled for Friday, June 19 at South Charleston Community Center. Coaching staffs were confirmed earlier, and rosters may be updated in coming weeks (changes pending). MetroNews
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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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Songwriters In the Round
8-11 p.m. — The Loud — $10.61 — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from talented songwriters in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Brew Grass West Virginia 2026
1-6 p.m. — Taps at Heritage — Free entry — Celebrate with live music and local craft beers from the Appalachian region in Huntington.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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