Good morning, Huntington.

The annual Huntington Turkey Trot will take place later this month in Huntington to benefit Little Victories Animal Shelter+ organizers Stephanie Howell and Patty Jennings shared the details on First Look at Four.

A Huntington food bank received a $25,000 donation from Target via Good Morning America Wednesday morning to help meet rising food demand from SNAP delays—Facing Hunger Food Bank said the gift will boost support from 200 to nearly 900 families as the holiday season approaches.

Steel of West Virginia in Huntington will lose over 100 jobs when it idles its aging melt shop—the company will invest $30 million in its two rolling mills while keeping 500 of its more than 600 employees.

West Virginia schools reported a 2.5% drop in enrollment that brought the total to 234,957 students, state superintendent Michele Blatt said today; 53 of 55 districts lost students, prompting school boards in Roane, Barbour and Randolph counties to close or consolidate schools—only Tyler and Doddridge counties saw growth.

Schools in West Virginia requested over $250 million for safety improvements for the 2025-26 school year at the state Board of Education meeting.

The request from 55 county systems, vocational centers, and specialized schools includes funds for upgrades like 13,000 security cameras and safe entry improvements — efforts that face limits from a shortage of staff and contractors.

More than 600 experts met at the Mountain State Cyber Summit held Wednesday at the Waterfront in Morgantown to learn active tactics against real cyber threats — they covered topics like new technology and coordinated response plans.

Bill Walker from WVU’s National Security and Cyberspace Programs said the event focused on policy, operations and public-private partnerships — and local efforts such as the upcoming cyber facility in Huntington will boost the state’s defense.

EPA administrator Lee Zeldin and Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited a Toyota plant, a power station in Putnam County, and a steel construction site in Mason County — and they met with Gov. Patrick Morrisey in Charleston to hear from local manufacturers.

He said his visit helped him understand West Virginia’s economic and industrial landscape and that final decisions on repealing Clean Power 2.0 will be announced soon.

At the WVSSAC volleyball state tournament at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center yesterday, Philip Barbour defeated South Harrison 3-0 and Wheeling Central Catholic beat Charleston Catholic 3-0 in Class AA while Gilmer County won 3-1 over Greenbrier West and St. Marys swept Sherman 3-0 in Class A quarterfinals (photo gallery by Teran Malone) (fifth session of the tournament).

On Wednesday night, Marshall’s Wyatt Fricks had a career night with 34 points — he hit seven three-pointers — to lead the Herd to a 96-89 win over Elon at Cam Henderson Center.

The team improved to 3-0 with key plays from Matt Van Komen and others that energized the home opener.

Marshall men’s soccer beat West Virginia 3-2 on Wednesday night in Morgantown—Joao Alves scored a penalty kick with 36 seconds left in overtime to send the Herd to the Sun Belt final.

Marshall will host Central Florida next, and West Virginia coach Dan Stratford said his team will bounce back.

Aaron Marshall Miller with Devin Moore and Jake Dunn

8 p.m. — The Loud — $10.61 — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Aaron Marshall Miller and supporting artists.

Sam Eplin Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a live performance by local folk artist Sam Eplin and experience his hit 'Songbird'.

Picasso at the Lapin Agile

7:30-9 p.m. — Francis-Booth Experimental Theatre — $22 at the door ($5 for Marshall Students) — Experience a clever comedy where a young Einstein and Picasso meet in a Paris bar, discussing art, science, and life.

90's Hip Hop Night

9-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — $10.61 — Experience the vibrant beats of the 90's hip hop scene in a lively atmosphere.

A Sense Of Purpose Concert

9 PM - 12 AM — The Loud — TBA — Experience high-energy performances with emotional depth from local bands Two Sides of Me, Together/Lost, and FivebyFive.

Huntington Turkey Trot 2025

8 AM – 12 PM — Ritter Park Shelter — Entry fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with a community fun run in scenic Ritter Park.

67th Annual Model Train Show

5-8 p.m. — Marshall Health Network Arena — $5 for adults, free for children under 12 — Explore model railroads, hobby shops, and memorabilia during a festive Thanksgiving weekend.

Mark Twain Tonight Starring Richard Thomas

7:30-9 p.m. — Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the humor of Mark Twain through the performance of Emmy-award winner Richard Thomas.

Not Creed: A Creed Tribute

9 PM - 3 AM — The Loud — $10.61 — Rock out with a tribute to Creed at this lively venue in Huntington.

Open Mic Night

9-10:30 p.m. — The Loud — $7.58 — Enjoy a night of local talent showcasing their skills in a vibrant atmosphere.