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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Old Central City Days will return this weekend in Huntington — organizers from the Old Central City Association are set to revive the historic celebration. WSAZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews responded to a house fire on the 1500 block of Jefferson Avenue—which spread to a neighboring home and left one house destroyed while a cat was rescued as no one was home. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marshall University extended president Brad D. Smith's contract through 2029 after his leadership helped end a 13-year enrollment decline and improve college affordability via the Marshall for All program—officials voted unanimously on the move. WCHS-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the state school board voted to direct Superintendent Michele Blatt to guide county schools to follow the current vaccination law that does not allow religious exemptions. Governor Morrisey’s top lawyer said the governor is asking for support in applying the Equal Protection for Religion Act—while noting that his directive only affects health officials—despite public calls to keep immunization requirements unchanged. MetroNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Weston Smith pitched a complete game three-hitter with 13 strikeouts and one walk to lead Hurricane to a 6-1 win in the inaugural Class AAAA state title game at GoMart Ballpark on June 11th. The senior, who finished his high school career with an 11-0 record and 1.06 ERA — and earned a Gatorade West Virginia Baseball Player of the Year honor — will focus solely on pitching at WVU as he trains over the summer for fall play. MetroNews
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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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Mary Poppins The Musical
7:30-11 p.m. — Ritter Park Amphitheater — $15-$18 — Experience a magical evening with Mary Poppins in this enchanting outdoor theater production.
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