Singing in harmony
Eastern Kentucky Harmonic Order, River Magic Chorus to perform Two local a capella choral ensembles, River Magic Chorus from Huntington, West Virginia, and the Eastern Kentucky Harmonic Order from Ashland,
ACTC connects students, local employers at fall fair
ASHLAND Ashland Community and Technical College (ACTC) hosted its Technical and Professional Career Fair on Oct. 10 at the Technology Drive Campus, with the goal of helping students find local
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Monday, Oct. 21
MEETING: Huntington Rotary Club meets at noon Monday, Oct. 21, at Huntington’s Kitchen, 911 3rd Ave. Jamie Lima, a seasoned entertainment industry professional and vocalist, she speaks on “Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library,
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First Time Voters, Surfing W.Va. And Exploring Identity Through Pins, This West Virginia Week
On this West Virginia Week, we hear from first time voters at Marshall University about what matters to them leading up to this year’s election. Briana
Thai Fusion on First Look at Four
Chotika Shawler from Thai Fusion in Barboursville stopped by First Look at Four to show us what’s on the menu.
Marshall signs agreement with BridgeValley to help transfers
Marshall University and BridgeValley Community and Technical College signed an agreement Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, which would lessen barriers for students seeking to continue their education.
What Arabia Can Teach Appalachia About Floods
Yemen is probably not the first place one thinks of when thinking of Appalachia and its damaging flooding. But maybe it should be.
Weather Extra | Warmth & leaves
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Autumn leaves and pumpkins please was the slogan from West Virginia Pumpkin festival in early October. So it is that this weekend will modify that catchy phrase to describe our weather.
Face it: TSA debuts new security screening technology at Yeager, Tri-State airports
With the help of facial recognition technology, the process of clearing the security checkpoints at West Virginia International Yeager Airport and Huntington’s Tri-State Airport has become quicker and more precise. The face screening and other instant ...
Huntington in early stages of downtown streetscape project set to complement outside events
The City of Huntington is in the early stages of a downtown streetscape project that will look at ways to support downtown businesses in the area and improve
PROACT Race Toward Recovery this weekend
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A 5k this weekend is helping to support those in recovery. Bradley Burck from Mountain Health Network Foundations stopped by First Look at Four to tell us about it.
Rural Ohio could lose up to 30% of its population, but residents are still optimistic
Officials and residents of three mostly rural Ohio counties differ on forecasts for declining population in coming decades.
Georgia State at Marshall: What to watch for
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Sun Belt Conference East Division survival is at stake Thursday when Marshall hosts Georgia State at Joan C. Edwards Stadium. The 7 p.m. kickoff is being shown nationally on ESPN2. Marshall comes into the game at 3-3 and 1-1 in the Sun Belt, while the Panthers are 2-3 and 0-2 in the league.
Brass Band of the Tri-State to perform at Marshall Oct. 22
The Brass Band of the Tri-State will present a concert, "World Tour," at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22, in Smith Recital Hall on Marshall’s campus. The concert will
West Virginia HS volleyball coaches poll (Weeks 7 & 8)
The poll is composed of four Class AAA coaches and four Class AAAA coaches that represent all the regions of the State. 1. Hedgesville (31-3-1) 63 points (7) 2. Morgantown (24-2) 56 points (1) 3. Musselman (25-11) 47 points 4.
West Virginia system adds pediatric cardiology care
Discover specialized pediatric cardiology services at Rivers Health in Point Pleasant, W.Va. with the addition of Dr. Jeffrey Harris, a pediatric cardiologist
Georgia State leaving home for first time to face Marshall
Georgia State (2-3, 0-2) leaves the Peach State for the first time this week for a nationally-televised Thursday night game at Marshall (3-3, 1-1). The 7 p.m. contest at Joan C. Edwards Stadium and will be shown on ESPN2.
Marshall football: Loss serves as motivator for Herd entering midweek tilt
"We dropped the game, I get it. That's on me, but don't quit on these players," Huff said. "We're still in a great position and we've got to go out and go 1-0 this week, that's the only thing that matters and that's where their mindset is.
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Thursday, Oct. 17
CHER: “The Beat Goes On” starring Lisa McClowry as Cher begins at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, at Paramount Arts Center, Ashland. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $25 to $39.99. LEADER: Walker Tatum with Marshall University Foundation is one of 23 individuals recently named to the second Leadership Huntington class hosted by Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Boys prep soccer: Bishop's goal with 40 seconds left completes Woodrow comeback vs. Huntington
AJ Bishop’s goal in the final minute sent the Flying Eagles to a come-from-behind 3-2 win over host Huntington Tuesday night. Woodrow, which had shut out seven straight opponents and outscored them 31-0, trailed the Highlanders 2-0 at halftime.
Hardesty updates board members on community collaborations with schools
The Cabell County Board of Education discussed several recent community collaborations, homecoming and other upcoming events for students during its regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. Superintendent Tim Hardesty shared with The Herald-Dispatch what would happen if the excess levy fails in the Nov.
As insurance costs head toward big increase, Justice urges next governor to strongly consider pay raises
PEIA is anticipating the need to make up an additional $113 million next fiscal year because of the financial pressures of increased medical and pharmaceutical costs.
Georgia State vs. Marshall CFB Prediction: Herd look for 4th win
Thundering Herd running back A.J. Turner had a big game in his team’s 24-23 loss to Georgia Southern on Saturday. In that contest, the 6’0” sophomore from Hampton, VA logged 14 carries for 97 yards and 1 catch for 2 yards. Turner is averaging 9.6 yards per carry this season and leads Marshall with 540 rushing yards on the campaign.
7th Street in Huntington blocked for road repairs
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A portion of 7th Street in Huntington is shut down on Wednesday due to road repairs. The road is closed between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue. Keep checking the WSAZ app for the latest information.
Flyin’ To The Hoop announces 2025 field, schedule
The 5-star and 4-star recruits who please crowds at the annual Beacon Orthopaedics Flyin’ To The Hoop don’t all come to town on traveling all-star prep teams.
Georgia State looks for answers on the road against Marshall
The Panthers have played five games, and their longest trip has been a four-mile bus ride to Bobby Dodd Stadium. The other four games have been played at Center Parc Stadium.
‘This is the biggest honor of my career’: Former Colfax volleyball coach Sue Doering, others induced into Inland Northwest Sports Hall of Fame
Joining Doering in the 2024 class are Jen (Stinson) Greeny, Stacy Clinesmith, Isaac Fontaine IV, Dennis LaRue and Bud Namek. Scroll of honor inductees are Hal McGlathery, a high school and college softball and basketball official, and Chuck Stewart, retired Spokane Chronicle and Spokesman-Review sportswriter.
IFS: “Industrial AI” works best for industry-specific tasks
“Industrial AI is at the very core the solutions we are powering for customers. They are pushing us for ready-to-use AI that they can adopt quickly to solve real industrial challenges like labor shortages, supply chain disruption, [and] stagnated productivity," IFS's Chief Customer Officer, Cathie Hall, said in a release.
WV Health Right hosting free health care clinic in Charleston
West Virginians in need of medical, dental and vision care will be able to get it this weekend without having to pay a dime. This has become an important annual event
Marshall looks to move forward from disappointing loss as Huff vows Herd will be better when welcoming Georgia State
Marshall plays host to the Panthers on Thursday night as it faces a short turnaround after losing a 20-point fourth-quarter lead Saturday at Georgia Southern.
Trial date is set for Huntington man accused of killing daughter
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A trial date, in the case of a Huntington man accused of killing his 3-month-old daughter, has been set. Shannon Patrick Overstreet has been charged with murder, child abuse and concealment in relation to the 2021 disappearance of his daughter Angel.
Special Downtown Huntington Art Walk this week
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Summer might be over, but we’re getting ready for another Downtown Huntington Art Walk this Friday! Courtney Chapman and Michelle Alford stopped by First Look at Four to tell us all about it.
The Scenic Road Trip That Leads to 5 of West Virginia’s Most Charming Small Towns
This historic covered bridge (c. 1884) provided access to the S.S. Herns mill and is one of only two covered bridges remaining in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. The bridge is 54 feet long and spans Milligans Creek about four miles from downtown Lewisburg.
Lost Huntington: Glenwood Hotel
When L.T. Peck and Floyd Hoard announced their plans for the Glenwood Hotel in Kenova, they proposed building a grand, five-story brick building that would cost $100,000. But the national financial panic of 1893 delayed things.