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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marshall University students held the 22nd Empty Bowls fundraiser with Facing Hunger Food Bank+beginner students made 20 bowls and advanced students made 40 so that each bowl sold gave 180 meals to help a food bank that serves about 130,000 people. WSAZ
- ➤ On Friday, Huntington held a memorial wreath-laying service at Station One to honor nine local firefighters who died in the line of duty during the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s weekend events. City officials said nine buildings will be lit red until Sunday—ensuring their sacrifice is remembered—showing the community’s ongoing tribute to these heroes. WOWK-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old man from Staten Island named Tayvon Nelson was arrested on first-degree robbery charges after he suffered a gunshot wound in a shooting on April 27 in Huntington's Highlawn community that left two people critically injured, and authorities are seeking another 19-year-old from Washington, D.C.—anyone with information should contact police immediately. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A New York Times best-selling author will speak at a special luncheon at the Cabell County Public Library hosted by Friends of the Cabell County Public Library. Organizers say the event will give local readers a chance to hear the author share insights—more details on the schedule will be shared soon. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marshall University President Brad Smith and State Superintendent of Schools Michele Blatt announced a new collaboration between Marshall’s Advanced Manufacturing Center and the state’s Office of Career Technical Education that prepares vocational and technical education students for job openings—offering pre-apprenticeship programs for women, veterans, and disadvantaged youth. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Secretary of State Kris Warner credited his staff — including Chief of Staff Deak Kersey and Chief Counsel Dave Cook — with educating legislators and advancing the new photo ID voting law before Gov. Morrisey signed it into law. The law does not take effect until July 11 so elections held this month and in June will use the old rules while the May 2026 election will use the new law. MetroNews
SHOP NEWS
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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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