Good morning, Huntington.

A tree lighting ceremony dedicated to National Guard members is scheduled for today at a local park in Huntington.

Organizers say the event will feature an outdoor display of lights and music to honor service members.

Marshall football teamed with Kroger to donate 500 turkeys on Thursday, Dec.

4 at Facing Hunger Foodbank in Huntington (part of the long-running Touchdowns for Turkeys program) to support local families during the holiday season.

West Virginia is set to receive an initial $24.5 million over three years from a settlement with Monsanto, Solutia and Pharmacia LLC for cleaning up PCBs found in contaminated water and soil; the state may receive up to $60 million in total for remediation efforts.

A local gym is being renovated into a disaster center to improve emergency response in the community, with work scheduled to start soon.

Officials said more details will follow (updates expected).

West Virginia American Water will begin lead potholing in the Guyandotte area to inspect water service lines for lead.

Crews will attach doorhangers before work, and the assessment is set to finish in late 2027 with replacements continuing through 2037.

Marshall signed its first early recruiting class under coach Tony Gibson, which includes five offensive linemen such as local standout Mason Ramsey and native Aidan Burke — a move expected to boost the program after a 5-7 season.

Local high school coaches and players will hold a championship preview meeting this weekend at the school field to discuss tactics and lineup strategies before the season-clinching game.

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.

Ona - Band Live Concert

8 p.m. — The Loud — Ticket prices vary — Experience the authentic sounds and heartfelt lyrics of Ona - Band at a popular local venue.