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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The 31st Street Bridge between Huntington, West Virginia, and Proctorville, Ohio, reopens with a lifted 20-ton weight restriction after inspections and minor repairs ensured its safety.  WSAZ

CRIME NEWS

  • Joshua Wilson was sentenced to 3-15 years for DUI causing death and 2-10 years for DUI causing serious bodily injury after a crash in Barboursville, W.Va., that killed teenager Braxton McComas.  MetroNews
  • Fire marshals are conducting an arson investigation in Huntington and are seeking to identify a person of interest.  WSAZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Dr. Ashley Stephens provides study tips for students facing final exams.  WSAZ

HEALTH NEWS

  • The West Virginia First Foundation commits $20 million to a program with Marshall Health to alleviate drug addiction effects in southern counties, aiming to draw federal funds and achieve specific health goals.  MetroNews

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Thundering Herd won their first Sun Belt title with a 31-3 victory over the Cajuns, emphasizing their championship-winning ethos.  The Wayne County News
  • Tony Gibson has been announced as the new head coach for Marshall football, succeeding Charles Huff.  The Wayne County News
  • Marshall will play against Army in the Independence Bowl on Dec. 28 in Shreveport, Louisiana, after winning the Sun Belt Conference championship.  The Wayne County News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Killa Kaiju with The Tape Cassettes and Title Wave

    Killa Kaiju performs live with supporting acts The Tape Cassettes and Title Wave at The Loud in Huntington.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Honky Tonk Heroes Toy Drive 2024 Featuring Local Artists

    This event features live performances from Sasha Colette & The Magnolias and Bek & The Starlite Revue, supporting a charitable toy drive for the holiday season.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • The Second Annual Good Time Christmas Carol

    Enjoy a festive performance featuring Michael Valentine and his talented friends at the Foundry Theater.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • The Polar Express Experience at The Venetian

    Experience a festive evening with the classic holiday movie, The Polar Express, including a buffet dinner, hot cocoa, and special performances in a winter wonderland setting.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Huntington's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

    Enjoy a fun-filled evening of pub crawling with themed contests and games, starting at Old North Arcade Bar in Huntington.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Concert Featuring Zay Lukas, Gardenn, Icezaya, Fat Shane, and Mosaix

    This is a lively music concert featuring multiple artists, open to attendees aged 18 and up, taking place at The Loud.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

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