Today
in Huntington
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 42nd annual Chilifest will be held on Sept 27 at Pullman Square in downtown Huntington—this community event will feature chili samples and benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Huntington. WSAZ
- ➤ A worship center in Huntington has opened its doors for people in recovery from addiction—Fred and Lisa Ray from Refresh Ministries said they plan to offer support and a safe space for healing. WSAZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Payton previewed Week 5 of Fired Up Friday 2025 with Shannon Litton on the WSAZ NOW desk — outlining upcoming show details for viewers, and the segment offered a clear view of what to expect next. WSAZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marshall University's Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine received accreditation for a four-year anesthesiology residency program that will begin with four residents in July next year. Sixteen physicians will rotate at Cabell Huntington Hospital, St. Mary’s Medical Center plus the VA Medical Center to train in clinical areas such as airway management and pain control. WCHS-TV
- ➤ West Virginia schools showed modest progress on testing with 86% of districts improving in language arts and 83% advancing in math, while chronic absenteeism dropped to 22.8% statewide plus state superintendent Michele Blatt said efforts to boost attendance are paying off. MetroNews
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service said our region has been in drought since Aug. 1 with areas from Huntington to Kanawha rated from moderate to extreme as dry conditions continue to affect agriculture and water levels. Rain will come next week but will only slowly ease the drought (farmers have to pay extra for hay and water). WSAZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A major water leak has closed rest areas on both eastbound and westbound I-64 near Hurricane, and crews are making repairs as the areas will remain closed until further notice. WSAZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fighters in Huntington are preparing to step into the ring for the Mountain State Brawl this week—Janessa Mobley and Macho Bob spoke at First Look at Four. The event will feature competitive matches and draw local excitement. WSAZ
- ➤ Wren Baker clarified that the rules for a 15-yard unnecessary roughness penalty were misinterpreted during last Saturday’s Backyard Brawl against Pitt—this error cost West Virginia an opportunity to score before the half ended, and the Mountaineers later won in overtime 31-24. The team’s officials confirmed the penalty was never properly assessed, prompting the review. MetroNews
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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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