Good morning, Huntington.

The AD Community Center in Huntington gave out Thanksgiving food on November 25th to support local families.

The Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office warns homeowners to set up delivery alerts—avoiding leaving packages out for later—as porch pirates continue to steal packages during the holiday season.

Governor Patrick Morrisey advised shoppers to use credit cards instead of debit cards for online purchases after the Better Business Bureau reported a 125% rise in online shopping scams.

He warned that deals which seem too good may be traps as Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach.

Barboursville School, a child psychiatric treatment center owned by River Park Hospital (Universal Health Services), will close by Feb.

4 due to high renovation costs and flooding damage. The hospital is working with families to secure new placements while keeping its other mental health programs running.

The Cabell-Huntington Health Department ended its needle exchange program on November 25 (no additional details were provided).

The Barboursville School, a secure 24-hour residential facility run by River Park Hospital for adolescents with psychiatric issues, will close by February 4 due to flooding and high renovation costs—officials are working with families and state agencies to secure a provider for the 22 licensed beds.

Coalfield Development is re-developing the vacant Black Diamond Factory at 2923 Park Ave in Huntington into a mixed-use hub for social enterprises, flexible manufacturing, and renewable energy initiatives—CEO Jacob Hannah said the project will create new local jobs.

The West Virginia Mountaineers will play seventh-ranked Texas Tech at Mountaineer Field on Saturday at noon on ESPN—coach Rodriguez said the game is a final chance for seniors to showcase their effort amid key injuries.

Diore Hubbard will miss the matchup, and Curtis Jones Jr. as well as Cyncir Bowers are set to take on larger roles in the backfield.

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.

Huntington's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Old North Arcade Bar — Ticket required — Celebrate the holidays in style with fun games, festive contests, and the ugliest sweaters in town.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

8:30-10 p.m. — Foundry Theater — $32.64 — Experience the enchanting melodies of Christmas carols performed under the soft glow of candlelight.