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Hey Huntington, hope your week’s off to a good start! Tri-State Arts Association juried exhibition entries, eastern Kentucky Grammy wins, Candlelight tribute to Queen and The Beatles, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Spotlight on local creativity: Tri-State Arts Association is taking entries for 2026 Biennial Juried Exhibition at Huntington Museum of Art. Jurors will select 2D and 3D art March 7 and 8. Artists 18+ eligible — get dates and eligibility details.
Historic neighborhoods, modern conveniences: A February 2 article listed seven West Virginia cities where $900 monthly rent goes far, with downtown Huntington offering well-kept apartments and a friendly, tight-knit scene for comfortable living — see all seven cities.
Hometown artists make waves: Several musicians from nearby Eastern Kentucky won multiple Grammy Awards on February 2, including Best Country Solo Performance and Best Country Song, shining a spotlight on the region’s talent — read the full story.
From remnant to renewal: In Ashland, Legacy Ashland has tripled in size over the past 18 months, averaging about 238 in attendance as Pastor Brandon Anderson credits prayer and committed volunteers — see what’s driving growth.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
Celebrate women’s wellness together: Marshall Health Network will host a Galentine’s Women’s Health Event on February 12 at sites across the Tri-State. Expect breast health education, blood pressure screenings, refreshments, raffles, and more. Financial assistance is available for under-insured and uninsured women at select locations. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Unclaimed funds boost policing: State Treasurer Larry Pack has returned more than $44,000 to the Huntington Police Department from a November online firearms auction. The money will help the department strengthen and maintain community safety. The winning bid was $52,500, and last year auctions totaled $452,073 from 2,347 firearms. Get all the details.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Spin-worthy oasis: Historic Hippie keeps crate-digging lively with pre-loved vinyl, especially funk and soul, plus vintage and new stereo gear and quirky finds. Family-owned and tucked inside Heritage Station, it’s a breezy mood lift when you want fresh music without the algorithm.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Broth that hugs back: When gray winter creeps in, Huntington’s stealth MVP is a steaming bowl from Pho U & Mi, all silky broth, bright herbs, and slurpable noodles that reboot the day. With crisp spring rolls alongside, the cozy does the heavy lifting.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🧵 Garden Party Collage Quilt Class @ Best Friends, Fabric & More | Tuesday (2/10) at 5:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for a Garden Party Collage Quilt class. Beginner friendly, you’ll turn that scrap stash into a 48 x 48 stunner with simple paper collage layering. Bring your machine and threads, pay $90 in easy chunks, or make one block for $25.
🖼 Through the Window Art Contest @ Central City @ 14 STW | Wednesday (2/11) at 12:00 PM – Take a break from doomscrolling and sketch what you see through windows. Local artists and businesses host a winter drawing contest, free, all ages, and open to all skill levels across the tri-state. A sanctioned excuse to stare, sharpen your perspective, and call it culture.
💘 Valentine’s Day Storytime @ Boyd County Public Library | Wednesday (2/11) at 4:00 PM – Round up your tiny cupids and swing by Ashland for the weekly Storytime, going full Valentine for ages 3 to 5. Expect books, simple crafts, and, yes, a little chocolate. Sweet, short, and blessedly indoors, which is basically parenting nirvana.
This weekend
🏃 Cupid Crush 5K @ Boyd County Municipal Building at 3015 Louisa Street in Catlettsburg, KY | Saturday (2/14) at 9:00 AM – Cupid Crush 5K is back for year five, raising funds for Two Hearts, starting and ending at the Municipal Building with an out-and-back, then a loop through the historic district. Jog it or chase records, everyone scores a shirt. Register early, not day-of, at TriStateRacer.com.
✂ Quilted Sweatshirt Jacket Class @ Best Friends, Fabric & More | Saturday (2/14) at 12:30 PM – Think your old quilt deserves a second act? This confident-beginner-and-up class transforms a size-up sweatshirt, stashed scraps, or shop fabrics into wearable bragging rights. Bring your machine, notions, and a walking foot, then claim a spot for $30, supplies extra, registration required.
🐍 West Virginia Reptile Expo @ Marshall Health Network Arena | Sunday (2/15) at 10:00 AM – Brave enough to browse ballrooms of scaly and feathery critters? WV’s biggest exotic animal expo hits the arena, packed with vendors, supplies, oddities, and free parking across the street. General admission is cash only, kids 10 and under free, and VIP skips ATM with perks.
🌙 February Sensory Evening @ Huntington Children’s Museum | Sunday (2/15) at 5:00 PM – Opting for calm over chaos, the Huntington Children’s Museum is hosting a low-sensory evening with limited guests, low lighting, and quiet rooms. It’s free, because peace shouldn’t cost extra, but tickets are required to keep it mellow. Grab one: https://givebutter.com/SensoryFeb26
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📻 Huntington report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 32%
A chance of rain after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain before 1am, then a slight chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 41°F – Low: 25°F – Precip: 19%
A slight chance of snow before 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 41. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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