Huntington man arrested for stabbing South Point Elementary principal
A West Virginia man was arrested and charged with felonious assault and attempted murder after he stabbed South Point Elementary School principal Bill Christian on Thursday afternoon. According to South Point Police Chief John Majher,
Marshall football: Confidence is key for Herd kicker Rece Verhoff
The junior kicker has, without a doubt, had his share of struggles but is kicking better now than he ever has in a Marshall uniform after making eight straight field goal attempts dating back to a Sept.
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Thursday, Oct 24
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Marshall women's basketball: Herd returnees presented with 2024 Sun Belt title rings
In the middle of a football game, the Marshall women's basketball team took center stage and were presented something that glistened underneath the lights at Joan C. Edwards
Local shelter cuts ribbon on new space for cats, dogs waiting for adoption
HUNTINGTON — The puppies, kittens and adult cats at the local shelter have a new place to snooze and play while waiting for their forever homes. This is thanks to the community effort to renovate the former Cook School located at 1899 James River Rd. in ...
Dive into fall and winter sports this year with these 22 sports movies
Featuring stories about football, hockey, baseball and even golf, these 22 movies are perfect to stream as a way to fully embrace the sports of this fall and winter.
Cleveland Browns place QB Deshaun Watson on injured reserve, announce Bailey Zappe signing
The Browns officially placed Deshaun Watson on injured reserve, while they also announced the signing of quarterback Bailey Zappe among other moves.
Vacant home destroyed, two others damaged in Huntington fire
Crews responded to an abandoned house fire early Tuesday morning in Huntington.The blaze was reported just after 5 a.m. in the 2800 block of Fourth Avenue, acco
County Commissioners' Association discusses legislative priorities
HUNTINGTON — County representatives throughout West Virginia attended the fall County Commissioners’ Association of West Virginia (CCAWV) Board of Directors meeting in Huntington on Sunday.
Pre-trial, trial dates set for man charged in connection with daughter's death
Stefan Lavelle Gibbs was charged in November 2019 with child neglect resulting in death which, according to indictment records provided by the Cabell County Circuit Clerk's office, was in connection with his infant daughter's death.
Local boxers pick up wins in Tri State Golden Glove Invitational
Three local amateur boxers from Loughran's Olympic Boxing & Martial Arts competed in Huntington, West Virginia on Saturday.
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
Enslow Park Presbyterian Church to host 21st annual 'Kirkin’ of the Tartans'
The skirl of pipes, the beat of drums, and a colorful procession of Scottish Highland Tartans will open Enslow Park Presbyterian Church’s 21st annual “Kirkin’ of the Tartans”
Crowd expected for 'Night at the Museum' trick-or-treat
Ghosts and goblins of the Tri-State region are invited to attend the “Night at the Museum” Trick or Treat Extravaganza at the Museum of Radio and Technology on
Who’s mailing the Catholic Tribune? It’s not the church, it’s partisan media
ProPublica traced mass-mailed newspapers to a “pink slime” news network known for misinformation and financial ties to right-wing super PACs.
Marshall football: Sun Belt commissioner complimentary of game day atmosphere
"What I really love seeing every time I come to a different place is just kind of how they do college football and no one does it better than Marshall," Sun Belt Conference commissioner Keith Gill said.
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Jackson County hunter roots out a big buck from the most unlikely of lairs
RAVENSWOOD, W.Va. — When a co-worker of Ross Mellinger called him back in July to report an extremely large buck spotted near his property, he had no idea it would start one of the most amazing deer hunting stories of is life.
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.
Brenda Lucas: Community news for Saturday, Oct. 19
MEETING: Westmoreland Neighborhood Association meets for a “Meet the Candidates” forum at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at Westmoreland Woman’s Club, 2962 Bradley Road. Invitat
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.
Turner scores four TDs, Marshall wins conference showdown with Georgia State 35-20
A Sun Belt Conference showdown saw Marshall tame the Panthers of Georgia State with a 35-20 victory Thursday night. The effort was led by running back A.J. Turn
Emergency crews quickly contain blaze at Huntington home
Emergency crews contained a house fire in Huntington Friday morning.The blaze was reported just before 8 a.m. along Homestead Place, according to a social media
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.
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.
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
Central Food Kitchen Project brings healthy foods to children
The local Central Kitchen Food Project has taken off since expanding from Morgantown to Huntington earlier in 2024.
Lengthy travel, busy schedule doesn’t keep Jen Greeny from Inland Northwest Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony
When coaching, travel and induction into the Hall of Fame collide, you see an itinerary like Greeny’s from Huntington, West Virginia, to Spokane and back. After the Mountaineers lost in five sets to visiting Kansas State on Sunday, Greeny caught a 6:30 a.m. EST flight Monday and arrived in Spokane at about 2:30 PST after roughly 2,000 air miles.
Sun Belt football: 2024 Week 8 odds, tips and betting trends
Sun Belt teams will hit the field in six games on the Week 8 college football slate. That includes the James Madison Dukes squaring off against the Georgia Southern Eagles at Allen E. Paulson