Today
in Huntington
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This Memorial Day weekend, families in Huntington can check out the U.S. 23 Yard Sale from Friday through Sunday and enjoy pool openings on Saturday despite rain, while the Vandalia Gathering in Charleston starts at 11 a.m. and a Veterans Arch ceremony is set Monday (honoring local heroes). WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A summer concert series opening night has been moved indoors due to weather, hosting the event Friday night at Jerk's (Pullman Square) with performances by Joslyn and The Sweet Compression and Corey Zornes. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four sets of twins will graduate together at a local high school during an upcoming ceremony. The rare milestone has caught the interest of community members (highlighting a unique moment) as the event approaches. WSAZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Brown Landscape Management offers weekly lawncare tips on First Look at Four for local viewers. Residents can learn practical ways to keep their lawns healthy. WSAZ
- ➤ Lori Weaver-Hawkins from AAA of the Bluegrass shared travel tips to help residents save time and money on Memorial Day road trips as the busy holiday weekend approaches. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At a local track meet, coaches voiced concerns over an increased police presence (noticed this week) ahead of the competition. They urged organizers to clarify security plans for the athletes. WSAZ
- ➤ Coaches at a local track meet said the increased police presence impacted the event’s flow and raised safety questions. They indicated that clearer security measures may be needed for future meets. WSAZ
- ➤ WVSSAC released the 2026 softball brackets featuring an expanded eight-team double elimination format + Class AA and A games start on May 27 at Little Creek Park with championships on May 29 at 1:30 p.m., while Class AAAA and AAA tournaments begin on June 2. WSAZ
- ➤ NASCAR champion Kyle Busch died suddenly yesterday, and fans were left in shock while longtime Motor Racing Network broadcaster Jason Toy — a Marshall graduate with experience dating back to 1998 — recalled Busch's storied career. WSAZ
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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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