Today
in Huntington
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Heritage Station will host the Brewgrass Beer Festival this weekend with live music and craft beer. Organizer Ray Frye says the event offers family fun (suitable for all ages) for local residents. WSAZ
- ➤ Brewgrass returns at Heritage Station this weekend, offering live music, craft beer and fun for the local community. Event organizer Ray Frye shared details on First Look at Four with his daughter Lillian. WSAZ
- ➤ A massive locomotive arrived at the West Virginia Culture Center on Thursday, May 21, adding a historic display to the venue for local visitors. The exhibit is expected to enrich neighborhood pride and culture. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Huntington High recognized its Class of 2026 during a graduation ceremony on Thursday at Marshall Health Network Arena — a nighttime event that celebrated local students as they prepared for new beginnings. WSAZ
- ➤ Sissonville High School held its graduation ceremony on Thursday and honored graduates for completing their high school studies. The event marked a key milestone for students moving forward. WSAZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Susan Nicholas appears on WSAZ+ this week on 'Live Well, Age Well' as she talks with expert RaShad Sanders about ways seniors can avoid scams and protect their bank accounts. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Boyd County senior Jaycie Goad, a softball legend holding records in home runs, RBI, runs scored and hits, visited the studio to detail her plans with Marshall's Thundering Herd next season. Her number 11 jersey is the first and only retired number in the program. WSAZ
- ➤ A track meet in Huntington is ramping up security after a shots fired incident canceled an earlier event this month. Local officials said extra enforcement measures (including bag checks) will be in place at upcoming meets. WSAZ
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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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~ Buddha
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