Marshall says $2.5 million grant will fund forensic DNA capacity
Marshall says the grant will support DNA profiling for forensic genetic-genealogy testing in West Virginia, but gives no timetable or case target.
Huntington, WV
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Huntington’s $2.1 million Flock surveillance contract faces lawsuit after council approval
Huntington City Council approved the contract in a 6-4 vote after an overnight meeting drew more than 50 speakers opposed to the proposal. The ACLU of West Virginia and attorneys have now sued the city.
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ACLU sues Huntington over $2.1 million Flock surveillance-camera agreement
The ACLU of West Virginia has filed a Cabell County court challenge to Huntington’s $2.1 million agreement with Flock Safety, alleging procedural defects in the contract award.
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Huntington council’s Flock technology vote prompts questions about privacy and next steps
Huntington City Council voted on Flock technology before a July 15 report in which members explained their positions, with public-safety and privacy questions remaining central to the decision.
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Huntington advances flood-mitigation planning for repeatedly flooded 3rd and 5th avenues
A Huntington capital-improvement project is being developed to address recurring flooding on 3rd and 5th avenues, with officials saying the work is intended to help water recede faster.
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Marshall Athletics sets Aug. 15 date for 2026 Quarterback Club Reverse Raffle
Marshall Athletics has scheduled its 2026 Quarterback Club Reverse Raffle for Aug. 15, ahead of the Thundering Herd football season in Huntington.
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Huntington Planning Commission meeting listed for Aug. 3
Huntington’s official municipal calendar lists a Planning Commission meeting for Monday, Aug. 3, 2026. Agenda items and any specific applications were not included in the available calendar material.
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West Virginia launches certified veteran-owned business program in Huntington
West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner launched the state’s Certified Veteran-Owned Business Program on July 10 during the American Legion State Convention in Huntington.
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Huntington Art Walk returns downtown Aug. 21 with Marshall University partnership
Huntington Art Walk is scheduled to return to downtown Huntington on Aug. 21, 2026, for its third season, co-organized by Marshall University. Marshall’s Visual Arts Center will host gallery openings and artist talks.
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Huntington council approves $2.1 million Flock surveillance technology contract after overnight meeting
Huntington City Council voted 6-4 on July 14 to authorize an approximately $2.1 million contract with Flock Safety after more than 50 people spoke during public comment, largely against the proposal.
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Huntington Daily Briefing: Campus Updates, Events, and Weekend Sports
Huntington, WV — February 6, 2026 — University leaders share budget updates, campus events draw crowds, and a busy sports weekend arrives downtown.
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Huntington, WV — January 30, 2026 — Local News Update
Huntington, WV — January 30, 2026 — Recent developments in Huntington include a significant firearm auction benefiting the Huntington Police Department, a rock band’s contributi…