Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
Good morning, Huntington.
At Milton Pumpkin Park, fair goers enjoyed livestock shows and local exhibitors including Ellery Ferguson competed for blue ribbons—organizers planned more events later this weekend.
Participants worked to keep animals cool as high heat led them to use cooling blankets and fresh water—livestock showers took extra steps to care for their animals.
A new Bankrate study finds West Virginia among the best states for retirees in 2025 because it ranked 1st in affordability—adding to its appeal as a safe state with a 6th-place safety rating—even though it scored lower in health care and local taxes.
Delegate Josh Holstein from Boone County was elected as the new WVGOP chair on Saturday—he won two rounds of voting to succeed former chair Matt Herridge after receiving Senator Jim Justice’s endorsement.
DCI: Drum Corps International
7:30-9 p.m. — Joan C. Edwards Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the spectacular show of musical and visual artistry by world-class drum corps.
Spill Dance Night
9-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of dance and music in Huntington, WV.
Matt Mullins and The Breakdowns Concert
9:00-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of lively rock-infused country with Matt Mullins and The Breakdowns in an intimate setting.
Ben Nichols Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Loud — Tickets may be required — Enjoy a night of alt-country music with Ben Nichols, frontman of Lucero.
Tanner Usrey Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket information not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of country-inspired music in Huntington.
Kassi Valazza Live Performance
8:00–10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of East Texas songwriting with Vincent Neil Emerson.
Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration
7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Arts Center — Ticket cost varies — Celebrate the iconic duo's golden anniversary with timeless hits and memorable performances.
Diamond Teeth Mary Festival
5-11 p.m. — Heritage Station — Free entry — Celebrate the legacy of Diamond Teeth Mary with live music and community fun.
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