Today
in Huntington
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kermit residents mourn fire chief Wilburn Hawkey Preece Jr, who died on Aug 25 after battling health issues. His firefighting uniform is on display outside the station — viewings were held on Aug 27 and one is held today at the old Kermit Gym next to the firehouse. WSAZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash closed part of U.S. 35 in Mason County yesterday when a call came in at 6:15 a.m., shutting all lanes (two miles from Point Pleasant) while two people were injured and traffic was diverted. WSAZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At the West Virginia Chamber Business Summit yesterday, Charleston Mayor Goodwin, Huntington Mayor Farrell, and Parkersburg Mayor Joyce discussed how major events and planned infrastructure investments can help retain residents. Farrell explained that Huntington will soon break ground on projects like a $250 million wastewater treatment plant—an effort that calls for stronger partnerships between business, county, and state leaders. MetroNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Ashley Stephens from Cabell County Schools shared practical tips yesterday to help parents encourage children to join after-school activities. WSAZ
- ➤ Spring Valley High School students are learning aviation in a program — started three years ago with partners Marshall University and Mount West — that has 14 students enrolled this year. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marshall will play No. 5 Georgia on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in the 93,000-seat Sanford Stadium. Coach Tony Gibson said the Herd must stay focused on their game plan and not let the large crowd distract them—he added that the challenge will help the team learn and improve. MetroNews
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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.
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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.
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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.
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DeafHeaven Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets vary — Experience the innovative sounds of DeafHeaven as they showcase their evolution in the music scene.
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Open Mic Night
9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Entrance fee may apply — Celebrate local talent with an evening of music, poetry, and laughter.
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AEW Collision Wrestling Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Marshall Health Network Arena — Tickets required — Experience high-energy wrestling action with All Elite Wrestling's impressive roster.
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