Saturday, May 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A picnic celebrating military and veterans is planned for this weekend—organizers said the event will honor those who served our country in Huntington. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Riverside High School football players are using a locker room built in 1999 that is now rusted and dented. Coach Huffman is asking local donors and volunteers to help renovate the space. WOWK-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Valley Health is using artificial intelligence in Cabell County to record and transcribe doctor visits securely—saving time on notes—and improve patient care, Dr. Andrea Vallejos said. WOWK-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new indoor/outdoor pickleball complex opened in Nitro that lets players compete regardless of weather—this nearly $2 million facility was years in the making. Mayor Casebolt said the project now hosts one of the largest tournaments in the country. WSAZ
- ➤ Cabell Midland won 6-1 on Friday as pitcher Audrea Watts threw a no-hitter with 11 strikeouts at The Rock at Little Creek Park—she helped the team score five runs in the fourth inning. The win moves Cabell Midland into a winner’s bracket matchup with University while St. Albans prepares for an elimination game against Jefferson. MetroNews
- ➤ Jefferson beat St. Albans 6-5 in extra innings on Friday at The Rock at Little Creek Park. The Cougars lost a four-run lead before a wild pitch allowed Caroline Abe to score the go-ahead run—head coach Joe Rummel praised the girls for their resilience in a long game. MetroNews
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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