Huntington Local News – Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Goodwill Industries is converting the former Aldi store at 446 Adams Ave on Huntington’s West End into a thrift store that will create jobs, support families and raise funds for community programs, with work expected to be finished by September. Officials said plans call for a weekend outlet store at the old location that will offer clothing, glassware and other items once contractors complete the project. WSAZ

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Goodwill announced on Aug. 5th it will open a new store in the former Aldi building — the project is set to add a new retail option for the community. WSAZ

CRIME NEWS

➤ A man was indicted on a first degree murder charge in Huntington on August 5—authorities have not released further details. WSAZ

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ On Tuesday, Marshall University’s Board of Governors approved a resolution that supports non-voting members following a new state law that removed voting rights from faculty, staff, and student government, emphasizing their role in shared governance—officials also announced that no students will be placed in hotels on Aug. 14 as campus residence hall beds have been secured for the fall semester. MetroNews

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection has issued 11 penalty notices to Bluestone Coal Corp—a coal company owned by U.S. Sen. Jim Justice—for nine mine permits covering 145 acres in McDowell County, totaling an $8,317 debt since July 21. Charleston Gazette-Mail

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HUNTINGTON EVENTS

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Tanner Usrey Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket information not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of country-inspired music in Huntington.

Fri, 8/8/25

Friday, August 8th, 2025
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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.

Sat, 8/9/25

Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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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.

Sun, 8/10/25

Sunday, August 10th, 2025
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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.

Sat, 8/23/25

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
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Zach Bryan Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Joan C. Edwards Stadium — Cost info pending — Experience the soulful sounds of Zach Bryan with special guest Petey USA in Huntington.

Sat, 8/30/25

Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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HUNTINGTON ANNOUNCEMENTS

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