Good morning, Huntington.

Funktafest 9 returns this weekend in Huntington as Funkle Sam and Eye Guy previewed the event on First Look at Four — the festival will feature local music and creative fun for the community.

The West Virginia Pumpkin Festival kicked off Thursday morning—WSAZ's Marlee Pinchok reported live from the event.

The festival is set to showcase local traditions and fall fun.

More than a dozen Marshall alumni and university officials met at the Ruffner House in Charleston on Thursday evening to launch the Kanawha Valley Alumni Chapter — they enjoyed food, drinks and silent auctions.

Chapter President Melanie Pagliaro said the group plans to support the university’s food pantry this fall and will meet monthly on the third Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. — they are now working on securing a permanent meeting place.

The U.S. Drought Monitor reported that heavy rain improved streamflow and soil moisture in parts of West Virginia, but 15 counties remain in extreme drought including Marshall and Webster — other areas from the Eastern Panhandle to the Kanawha Valley still face severe conditions.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced state funds will pay $7,000 a day to keep visitor services running at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and New River Gorge—services that were halted during the federal shutdown and will resume pending final approval from the National Park Service. The 14-day agreement may be reevaluated as fall tourism picks up.

On Thursday Gov. Patrick Morrisey—flanked by law enforcement officials—provided an update on his administration’s efforts to prioritize law and order.

A free symposium is held this month to share resources for patients with movement disorders — like Parkinson’s Disease — as experts from Marshall Health Network provide essential information.

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.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Foundry Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spine-tingling candlelight concert featuring Halloween music classics performed by Listeso String Quartet.

Jose Andres Culinary Event

7:30-9 p.m. — Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center — Ticket purchase includes access for Jose Andres — Experience the culinary brilliance of a world-renowned chef.

Hallowpalooza

9-11:45 p.m. — The Loud — Tickets from $39 — Experience a thrilling night filled with entertainment and festive vibes at Hallowpalooza.

The Local Honeys Live Concert

8:00-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt storytelling of Kentucky's strong women through music.

Creed Fisher Concert

7-8 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy the soulful tunes of Creed Fisher as he showcases his latest album in an intimate setting.