Today
in Huntington
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local organizers will host the Italian Festival with Facing Hunger Foodbank on Saturday, August 16 — a community event designed to showcase Italian cuisine and support the foodbank. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Incoming freshman at Marshall University moved into dorms this morning with help from parents — student groups cleared bags and boxes along busy campus sidewalks. University officials say enrollment will keep rising as Freshman Week runs from Wednesday through Friday. WSAZ
- ➤ Officials held a ribbon cutting for the new Meadows Elementary in Huntington on Monday. The new building cost $22m and replaces the 1930s school on Washington Boulevard—its design features train-like floors and tunnel-shaped walls while an open house is planned for Tuesday and classes begin Wednesday. WCHS-TV
- ➤ Marshall University freshmen moved into campus dorms yesterday — a key step in preparing for fall classes. University officials confirmed that housing arrangements were completed on schedule. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal, state and local leaders signed an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Monday to reduce flooding in Milton with a project that will begin in 2028 and finish in 2032. The $400 million project will build a 1.5-mile levee—designed to protect over 600 structures and Milton’s central business district. WCHS-TV
- ➤ Governor Morrisey said Marx Development Group purchased four state-run long-term care facilities for $60 million and will invest in building at least three new centers using local labor and materials (Hopemont, Jackie Withrow, John Manchin Sr., and Lakin) to improve patient care and reduce state losses. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Marshall, a scrimmage last Saturday featured returner Jacqui Long & newcomer Carlos Del-Rio Wilson & Zion Turner showing strong play in the developing quarterback battle. WSAZ
- ➤ The WVSSAC ruling now allows student athletes to earn payments for their name, image, and likeness but prohibits school staff and booster clubs from involving themselves or using school names during team events—guidelines also bar endorsements for products like alcohol and tobacco. WSAZ
-
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.
-
Community Spotlight: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
6-7 p.m. — Sip Downtown Brasserie — Free entry — Engage in a discussion on supporting early childhood literacy for local children.
-
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.
-
2025 Marshall Thundering Herd Football Season Tickets
3:30 a.m. — Joan C. Edwards Stadium — Price may vary — Secure your season tickets and support a great cause while enjoying college football.
-
Lakeview Concert
6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. — The Loud — Tickets available now — Don't miss Lakeview live in Huntington for an exciting night of music.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
We accept the love we think we deserve.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Today in Huntington
Welcome to the Today in Huntington, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Huntington, West Virginia community. If you like the Today in Huntington, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Huntington.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Huntington and across West Virginia. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Huntington
A free Huntington community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinhuntington.com/sitemap