Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Huntington.
Huntington residents saw Appalachian artists and vendors display artwork at Ritter Park on Saturday while the 54th annual Graffiti in the Park car show featured classic and modern vehicles.
The nonprofit Tri-State Arts Association and Tri-State Street Rods hosted the events.
Appalachian artists and vendors displayed work (paintings, sculptures and crafts) at Art in the Park while classic car enthusiasts admired vehicles at the 54th annual Graffiti car show at Ritter Park Saturday.
West Virginia Director of Career Technical Education Adam Canter reported that over 2,000 students worked in Classroom 2 Career apprenticeships in 2025, earning more than $5 million through statewide partnerships.
The department will launch an aviation pathway in Fall 2026 and a redesigned entrepreneurship program at Marshall University in July.
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals has received $8.7M to expand its surgical ICU from 27 to 42 or 43 beds, with installation scheduled to begin in early 2027 + the upgrade will bring advanced patient monitoring technology.
Two families met in Logan County Saturday after a young boy received a heart from a donor who lost his life in an ATV accident last year.
Hudson Browning's family connected with the Indiana family of five-year-old Emmitt, as both sides share hopes of growing into one united family.
Appalachian Makers Market
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Daily — The Space on 8th Event Venue — Free entry — Explore unique handmade crafts and tasty treats amidst local Appalachian charm.
The Tri-State Street Rods Cruise-In
5-9 p.m. — HIMG - Huntington Internal Medicine Group — Free entry — A gathering of car enthusiasts showcasing classic and custom vehicles in the heart of Huntington.
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