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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Huntington man, Joshua Collins, 43, was sentenced to up to 45 years in prison for attacking Ohio’s South Point Elementary School principal Bill Christian last October—he stabbed Christian in the neck and upper torso during a dispute over child custody. MetroNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Burlington Elementary celebrated school resource officer Sgt. Randy Goodall for his calming presence and support (a sign of his positive impact on the school) during an emotional event. WSAZ
- ➤ Marshall University’s HELP Program—featured on First Look at Four—gives students the support they need to succeed. Amy Moffat Jones-Burdick and her dog Bindi explained that the program helps students face academic challenges. WSAZ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dan Green from Huntington won a 250-mile race in Arizona on Wednesday by setting a course record of 58 hours, 47 minutes and 18 seconds. He credited his crew for helping him with limited sleep during the race — a support that made a key difference in his success. WSAZ
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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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R&B Soul Block Party 2025
6-10 p.m. — Heritage Station — Admission details not specified — Groove to the smooth sounds of R&B and soul music at an epic block party.
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