Today
in Huntington
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Casa Grande restaurant opened yesterday in the downtown area, offering modern cuisine and a friendly atmosphere (with a unique blend of local flavors). Local residents are invited to enjoy fresh dishes as the venue prepares for a busy season. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A historic church in Huntington closed today after a century of worship. The building has long served as a gathering place for local residents. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Morgantown High beat Huntington High School Team One at the 47th High Q championship Saturday night. Morgantown earned $2,500 while the runner-up got $1,000, with the contest hosted by Marshall’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications (Ernie G. Anderson led the event). WSAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Rebecca Brashears from Ascent Audiology & Hearing appeared on First Look at Four (Monday, May 18) to explain that untreated hearing loss can deeply affect quality of life and overall health. Her interview stressed the importance of addressing hearing issues early. WSAZ
- ➤ Dr. Rebecca Brashears from Ascent Audiology & Hearing explained on First Look at Four how untreated hearing loss may affect quality of life and overall health. The segment is part of an ongoing health tips series with Valley Health Systems. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marshall’s men's basketball team added junior college guard Alex Charlotin and guard Emmanuel Manyoun while the women’s team secured guard Princess Cassell from California State San Bernardino to boost backcourt depth for the season. MetroNews
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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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Huntington Car Cruise
5-10 p.m. — Huntington Ale House — General Children Car Display Entry — Enjoy a classic car show while supporting local restaurants and businesses.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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