Good morning, Huntington.

West Virginia State Police, Cabell County EMS — and the Ohio River Road Fire Department responded to a tip around noon on June 12th when a person on a boat reported finding a body in the Ohio River off Route 2.

On June 12, local musicians Ed Light and Randy Brown — known together as The Kitchen Sink-o-Paters — visited First Look at Four to share a cicada song that will be featured at Cicadafest this weekend in Huntington.

Between June 19 and 21, 2025, Huntington and Charleston will host events to honor Juneteenth — a holiday commemorating the abolition of slavery — as organizers call for a focused learning moment.

Huntington hosts Cicadafest this weekend as local musicians Ed Light and Randy Brown—known as The Kitchen Sink-o-Paters—shared a cicada song at First Look at Four while the city faces a growing cicada invasion.

Hurricane High School boys basketball coach Lance Sutherland stepped down after 15 seasons, and school officials have begun searching for a new coach—he led the team to four state tournament appearances including a state runner-up finish in 2014.

The Huntington Sanitary Board opened bids last Thursday to expand the Westmoreland wastewater treatment plant that serves about 27,000 customers and treats nine to 12 million gallons on a dry day—this expansion will raise capacity to 17 million gallons dry and 64 million gallons wet, support over 600 jobs and add $5.1 million in taxes, with completion set for 2030.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Buni Muni Concert

9 PM - 1 AM — The Loud — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a live performance by Buni Muni in a vibrant venue.

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.