Friday, December 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Huntington. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joshua Wilson, 23, was sentenced for causing a fatal crash in Huntington, leaving a teenager dead. MetroNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor-elect Patrick Farrell, an Air Force Veteran and businessman, aims to diversify Huntington's economy and address the opioid crisis. WOWK-TV
- ➤ West Virginia's DMV launched a pilot for a Mobile ID program aiming to simplify and secure ID usage, with public availability expected by year's end. WOWK-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends safety precautions during the holidays to prevent fires, falls, and electrical hazards. WSAZ
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Interim head coach Telly Lockette readies a diminished Marshall roster for the Independence Bowl against Army, following Charles Huff's exit and multiple player transfers. MetroNews
- ➤ Tony Gibson was introduced as Marshall University's 32nd head football coach, returning to his home state after a varied coaching career. WSAZ
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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