Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of June.
Good morning, Huntington.
Six individuals will be inducted into the West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame at a banquet held at Jackson’s Mill on Saturday, July 11.
The ceremony includes a 4 p.m. reception and 5 p.m. dinner to honor decades of contributions to our agriculture and forestry communities.
The Central City Farmer’s Market opened Saturday morning +despite rainy weather+ and shoppers visited the market.
It will operate on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays through October.
Crews from the Division of Highways cleared debris on Shawnee Trail outside Wharton after flooding & a lost bridge forced residents like Charlie Dempsey to cross a railroad trestle, while plans for a replacement bridge off Pond Creek Road aim to improve access in the flood-damaged area.
Wynonna Judd will blend classic hits with new songs on the Regatta stage in an upcoming event.
Her show, echoing a memorable South By Southwest performance from a decade ago, promises to bring her signature sound to local fans.
A temporary memorial honoring Vietnam War veterans stands in St. Albans until Monday, June 29 at the former K-Mart parking lot along Route 60 — the wall is half the size of the D.C. memorial and lists nearly 60,000 names.
The Learning Grove childcare center in Sissonville closed abruptly Wednesday due to delayed state payments, displacing 60 children and 12 staff amid a countywide shortage.
Owner Brenda Fisher expressed regret over the closure as the community faces ongoing early care challenges.
FEMA has improved flood mitigation by opening an integration office in Charleston and using HMGP funding for updated risk assessments after the 2016 flood.
The agency continues to work with state and local partners to rebuild infrastructure and boost disaster preparedness.
Greg Fuller, the Huntington Fire Department chief for over 40 years, will retire on July 3 as the department names an interim leader while it searches for a permanent replacement.
Fuller began his career as a volunteer firefighter and returned in 2022 from work with Homeland Security.
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.
Bleach with Hello June and John Reuben
7-9 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets available — Enjoy live music from Hello June and John Reuben in an intimate setting.
Magoo Live in Huntington
8-9:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets from $66 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of Magoo.
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