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Cabell Huntington Hospital, MU Research Corp get funding for diabetes care, prevention
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced nearly $17 million in Rural Health Transformation grants for diabetes management and prevention on Tuesday. Cabell Huntington Hospital and Marshall University Research…
Council OKs commitment of funds for housing rehab project
Huntington City Council authorized funds Monday for a project to rehabilitate a vacant apartment building in the city. The renovated housing is intended for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. The…
Marshall football: Establishing run pivotal for Herd in final stretch
As the Marshall Thundering Herd enters the final stretch of the college football season, coaching staff and analysts emphasize that establishing a consistent rushing attack is pivotal for success. Improving ground game…
Hearing set for man who pleaded not guilty in double murder case
A pretrial hearing for Kevante White, charged in a February double murder in Huntington, has been rescheduled for Dec. 15. White, 27, appeared by video in Cabell County Circuit Court on Tuesday. He is accused of fatally…
Marshall women's basketball: Herd outruns Howard 76-66
Marshall defeated Howard 76-66 in women’s college basketball at the Cam Henderson Center in Huntington. The Thundering Herd dominated fast breaks 19-2 and outrebounded the Bison 45-32, building a 14-point halftime lead…
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Nearly $17 million coming from Rural Health Transformation Program to West Virginia
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced nearly $17 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding for organizations, mostly in Huntington. The grants will support diabetes and chronic-disease care, remote…
USPS to release Mothman-inspired stamp in 2027
The U.S. Postal Service plans to issue a Mothman-inspired stamp in 2027 as part of a set of new designs. The stamp will pay tribute to the West Virginia folklore creature, first reported in the state in 1966, according…
Lost Huntington: Southern States
A retrospective recalls the Southern States Cooperative store that served downtown Huntington for more than 60 years before closing in 2014. The local cooperative voted in 2013 to keep the store open, despite years of…
No changes in election outcomes after Cabell County canvass
Cabell County election officials completed their canvass of the 2026 general election on Monday, reviewing ballots and election records at the county clerk’s office in Huntington. The canvass confirmed the reported…
Overstreet sentenced to life in prison without parole
Shannon Patrick Overstreet was sentenced Monday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for murdering his 3-month-old daughter, Angel Nichole Overstreet. The 43-year-old Huntington man was convicted of…
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Marshall women's basketball: Herd looks to go inside against Howard
Marshall’s women’s basketball team hosts Howard at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Cam Henderson Center in Huntington. The Herd is 2-0 after wins over Massachusetts and North Carolina A&T, while Howard is 1-1. Marshall has three…
Westmoreland Neighborhood Association to meet Nov. 16
The Westmoreland Neighborhood Association will hold its next meeting on Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m. in Huntington. The meeting is scheduled at the Westmoreland Woman’s Club, 2962 Bradley Road, behind the former Camden Road…
QB still up for debate as Herd seeks bowl eligibility
Marshall University football is facing a significant quarterback dilemma as the team struggles to maintain offensive momentum. With no passing touchdowns since early October and inconsistent performances from starters…
Huntington mayor delivers report to City Council
Huntington’s mayor delivered a report to the City Council. The brief announcement provides no further details about the report’s contents or any decisions made during the meeting.
Huntington Council approves HOME-ARP funds for new supportive housing units
Huntington City Council approved HOME-ARP funding for new supportive housing units. The allocation is intended to expand housing options and support residents who need stable accommodation and related services.
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Person hit by semi-truck on scooter in Huntington
A person riding a scooter was hit by a semi-truck in Huntington, according to the report. Details about the person’s condition, the circumstances of the collision and any traffic disruption were not provided. The…
Marshall's Khalil Wilkins: Late TD in loss
Marshall quarterback Khalil Wilkins saw limited action in Saturday's 49-13 loss to Georgia Southern, completing two of three passes for 21 yards. However, he provided a late spark for the Herd with a 66-yard rushing…
Marshall's Zion Turner: Leads Herd quarterbacks in loss
Marshall quarterback Zion Turner struggled in Saturday's 49-13 loss to Georgia Southern, completing 11 of 26 passes for 141 yards and two interceptions. Turner also added six rushes for eight yards. Despite receiving…
Marshall's Jo'Shon Barbie: Runs for score in loss
Marshall running back Jo'Shon Barbie recorded 83 rushing yards and a touchdown on 12 carries during Saturday's 49-13 loss to Georgia Southern. Barbie provided a brief highlight for the Herd with a 45-yard touchdown run…
Marshall men's soccer. Herd upends Kentucky in SBC quarterfinals
The Marshall men's soccer team advanced to the semifinals of the Sun Belt Conference tournament after defeating the Kentucky Wildcats 4-1 on Sunday. Marshall established an early lead and successfully weathered a…
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Marshall's School of Medicine gets $15 million for simulation center
Marshall University's School of Medicine has been awarded $15 million in funding to develop a new state-of-the-art simulation center. This facility is designed to enhance medical training by providing students with…
Marshall men's basketball: Herd 'gave away' game to Toledo 81-76
The Marshall Thundering Herd men's basketball team suffered a disappointing 81-76 loss to the Toledo Rockets at the Cam Henderson Center. Despite holding a 14-point lead, Marshall struggled to close out the game, with…
Montas and Strong each score 20 as Toledo defeats Marshall
Angel Montas and Mynor Strong each scored 20 points to lead Toledo to an 81-76 victory over Marshall on Saturday. Despite trailing by 11 points at halftime, Toledo rallied in the second half behind Strong's 16-point…
WOWK Toys for Tots 2026 Campaign
The WOWK Toys for Tots 2026 campaign has officially launched, aiming to collect toys for children in need during the upcoming holiday season. The initiative encourages community members to donate new, unwrapped toys at…
Marshall Med School gets $15 mil for simulation center
Marshall University’s Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine has been awarded $15 million by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The funding, secured through a request by Senator Shelley Moore Capito, will…
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56th annual Memorial Fountain Ceremony to feature son of plane crash victims
Marshall University will hold its 56th annual Memorial Fountain Ceremony on November 14 to honor the victims of the 1970 Southern Airways Flight 932 crash. This year's event will feature Jeff Heath, who lost both…
Marshall Med School gets $15 million for simulation center
Marshall University's medical school has been awarded $15 million to develop a new simulation center. This significant investment is expected to enhance medical training capabilities, providing students and healthcare…
Diaz Nicolas sets FG record, gets Groza nod to boot
Marshall University football player Jorge Diaz Nicolas has set a new school record for field goals. During last week's game against Old Dominion, Nicolas successfully kicked five field goals, demonstrating exceptional…
Marshall University to launch electrophysiology fellowship
Marshall University’s Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine has received accreditation to launch a new clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellowship. The two-year program will train one fellow annually in diagnosing and…