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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Putnam County deputies charged Larry Newberry with kidnapping after Adam Skeems said he was beaten and held against his will in a doghouse at 219 Circle Way in Scott Depot on June 20. WSAZ
- ➤ West Virginia law says leaving a child, pet or an incapacitated adult alone in a car—where heat can quickly become dangerous—can lead to felony or misdemeanor charges with penalties from fines to jail time, including up to 15 years if a child dies from neglect. WOWK-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Community and Technical College System council approved extending interim president Corley Dennison’s contract at Southern until the end of the year during their Wednesday meeting+ he was appointed in April when President Pamela Alderman was placed on leave over actions that risked accreditation. The council also assumed control of the board of governors for two years+ limiting their role in appointing and dismissing the school’s president. MetroNews
- ➤ Downtown Huntington will see new foot and bike patrols this week to boost safety as local business managers expect the extra police presence to ease concerns. The initiative includes a partnership with health groups to address behavioral and mental health issues—an approach that combines enforcement and care, with Mayor Patrick Farrell emphasizing protection through empathy and firm action. WCHS-TV
- ➤ A sewer separation project is underway to solve a decades-long issue with the city’s sewage system—officials say the work will improve local infrastructure and provide relief. The project is expected to continue through the coming months. WSAZ
- ➤ Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed on Wednesday that a ninth fatality occurred in Ohio County following recent floods. The National Guard removed nearly 8,000 tons of debris and the state approved more than $500,000 in housing assistance — funds to help flood victims from June and February. WOWK-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rising sophomore tennis player Crystal Saphire Embol won four matches in 18-and-under play and three in the Women’s Open Singles Division last weekend at Ritter Park in Huntington — her win earned her a spot in next year's State Games of America National Tennis Competition. She will continue to improve her game with summer camps, clinics and guidance from coach Bob Mooney. MetroNews
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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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Zay Lukas Live in Concert
9:00–10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience Zay Lukas’s unique blend of hip-hop and R&B in an electrifying live performance.
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Sam Eplin Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt lyrics and vibrant music of Sam Eplin live in concert.
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WV Nature Exploration Event
1-3 p.m. — Huntington Children's Museum — Free with Museum admission — Discover native animals and engage in hands-on nature exploration for all ages.
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