Good morning, Huntington.

Murder and Merriment will host a fundraiser on September 25 at Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church in Hurricane to support former WCHS reporter Kennie Bass and his family amid health challenges.

Friends and local theater members will honor his work—especially his role as Cuddles Malloy—by coming together for the event.

West Virginia lawmakers have stated that a government shutdown will be averted as Senator Jim Justice and Congressman Riley Moore prepare to hold a conference on key bills to attach a short-term continuing resolution—this agreement will keep government operations open past September 30. The delegation emphasized that neither party wants a shutdown and plans to pass all remaining appropriations in the coming days.

Marshall defeated UC Santa Barbara 4-0 on Sunday at Hoops Family Field — officials gave red cards that left the visitors a man down and paved the way for four goals from the Herd.

The win ended Marshall’s streak of ties and sets the stage for a Sun Belt Conference opener on Friday at home.

Tony Cavalier visited Guyan Country Club today during the Marshall Invitational Golf Tourney to spotlight ragweed pollen season as fall hay fever continues to affect the region—he shared how the outdoors challenge his allergies.

John Marshall defeated Bellaire 34-26 and improved to a 3-0 record — photos by Robert Ovies Sports Photography show game highlights.

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.

Open Mic Night

9 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Entrance fee may apply — Celebrate local talent with an evening of music, poetry, and laughter.

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.

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.

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.

Funktafest Afterparty

10:00 PM — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of funk music and dance in Huntington, WV.

DeeOhGee Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — The Loud — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant rock ’n’ roll energy of Nashville’s DeeOhGee.

Chum Live Performance

8-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets available — Experience the heavy rock sounds of Huntington's own CHUM.