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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ The Cinco de Mayo bingo bash raised funds to help families with children in the hospital. The event benefited Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huntington.  WSAZ
  • ➤ A Mother’s Day Brunch is planned this month to raise money for moms and babies in the area—Jennifer Chapman from Lily’s Place said the event will support local programs—and it is expected to help families in need.  WSAZ
  • ➤ Gritt’s Farm in Buffalo celebrated Mother's Day with Baby Animal Days offering baby goats, chicks, and flower arrangements for families; the farm will host the event again on Mother's Day weekend for those who missed it.  WOWK-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ Huntington police arrested two 19-year-olds in connection with a robbery-shooting on April 27 in the Highlawn community — one suspect turned himself in at the Cabell County Courthouse while a victim suffered a life-altering gunshot wound that left him paralyzed from the waist down.  WSAZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • ➤ Zach Smith visited First Look at Four with his students to share details about the upcoming Harmony House Renaissance Faire. Breana Bowen and Sarah Walling said a New York Times best-selling author will speak at a special luncheon at the Cabell County Public Library—an event updated on May 1.  WSAZ
  • ➤ Zach Smith visited First Look at Four with some of his students on May 5 and explained details about the Harmony House Renaissance Faire—a community event that promises engaging activities.  WSAZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ➤ Cabell County Schools held a public hearing Monday on the proposed 2025 and 2026 budgets because fewer students mean less state aid—Superintendent Tim Hardesty said staff cuts may occur over the next two to three years while the board plans to vote on the budget May 20th.  WOWK-TV

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT 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

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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