Today
in Huntington
Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Huntington High School held a march to honor 9/11 victims as students, staff, first responders, military, and community members gathered—organized by the school's ROTC program. Organizers hope the annual event will grow to draw thousands from the area. WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Virginia Delegate Patrick Lucas visited First Look at Four on Sept. 11 to explain how locals can share their concerns with elected leaders + he urged the community to use direct contact methods to reach their representatives. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Payton and Shannon Litton previewed Week 4 of Fired Up Friday on WSAZ NOW — the program will air today at 6 a.m. during football season. WSAZ
- ➤ Eastern Kentucky Colonels have a 1-1 record and will host Marshall Thundering Herd at 6 p.m. Saturday in Huntington—head coach Walt Wells said Marshall is still finding its team and that his team must play error-free to win. MetroNews
- ➤ West Virginia women’s soccer beat Marshall 2-0 yesterday at Hoops Family Field/Veterans Memorial Soccer Complex — a corner kick bobble and a throw-in error led to the goals, marking WVU’s fourth straight shutout. Marshall managed only three shots as WVU now prepares for its upcoming Big 12 road matches. MetroNews
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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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The Mountain Goats Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets on sale soon — Experience the inventive and engaging music of The Mountain Goats live on stage.
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Funktafest 9: The Funk Awakens
12 PM-11 PM — Ritter Park Amphitheater — Early bird tickets available — Experience two days of live music, arts, and funky vibes under the Appalachian moonlight.
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Funktafest Afterparty
10:00 PM — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of funk music and dance in Huntington, WV.
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DeeOhGee Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rock ’n’ roll energy of Nashville’s DeeOhGee.
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Chum Live Performance
8-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets available — Experience the heavy rock sounds of Huntington's own CHUM.
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