Thursday, May 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A family of eight lost their home in a fire on May 28th—firefighters responded quickly and the cause is under investigation. WSAZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police apprehended Rodney Etters, 29—charged with larceny, auto tempering, and an outstanding warrant—after he and another suspect allegedly broke into several vehicles overnight in Barboursville, and later found him in Barboursville Park after he stole a license plate from a car on Peyton Street, where he is now held at Western Regional Jail on a $14,000 bond. WCHS-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Ashley Stephens from Cabell County Schools visited First Look at Four on May 28 to share summer reading programs offered at local libraries and explained how these options help students stay engaged over the break. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Patrick Morrisey said his administration will soon share more details on child abuse cases after meeting with community leaders and reviewing past cases (six life-threatening incidents between 2021 and 2024) to improve the child welfare system. The plan will update the child welfare dashboard, require monthly case reviews, and form a Critical Incident Review Team (to better protect over 6,000 children in state care). MetroNews
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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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Origami Angel Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience the defining sound of Origami Angel's latest record, Feeling Not Found.
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Kindred Valley Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Loud — Not specified — Experience indie folk tunes from the talented Kindred Valley band formed by Marshall University alumni.
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Open Mic Night
9:00 – 10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets start at $50 — Enjoy a night of diverse performances at the local open mic event.
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Code Red News Concert
9 PM – 1 AM — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy performance blending rock and modern music in an intimate venue.
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Buni Muni Concert
9 PM - 1 AM — The Loud — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a live performance by Buni Muni in a vibrant venue.
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