Huntington WV News Archive
By Johnathan Edwards 7-1-2024 Listen to the audio version of this story here. The future is now in the world of cybersecurity, and Marshall University, along with state and federal partners, is at the forefront. The first of its kind in the state, the Institute of Cyber Security will house some of the United States’ most
Johnathan Edwards Tuesday, June 29, 2024 The Tri-State Coal Cats faced difficulties during their recent road trip, losing twice to the Bristol State Liners, tying with the Kingsport Axmen in the first game of Thursday’s doubleheader (which counted as a loss due to the tiebreaker rule), and losing the final two games against Kingsport. In
Ethan Peltier Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Following a split doubleheader with the Johnson City Doughboys, the Tri-State Coal Cats hosted the Burlington Sock Puppets for a four-game series. The Coal Cats struggled to hit the ball against Burlington, leading to three straight losses. Heading into the series, the Sock Puppets held a 7-6 record, while
Listen to the pilot episode here. Introducing “Herd Rewind”, the newest sports program from the FM88 Sports team! Herd Rewind takes listeners back in time to marquee matchups in the storied history of Marshall Athletics, complete with broadcast audio from the selected game and insight from the members of the FM88 Sports team that were
By Ben Anderson 6-18-2024 Listen to the audio version of this story here. The Marshall Memorial Fountain, which is considered by many as a voice of Marshall University, symbolizes the remembrance of the plane crash that took the lives of 75 sons and daughters of Marshall University on November 14 1970. On June 14, the
by Johnathan Edwards Arrival and Setup If there was ever a festival that could bring together so many heavy hitters in the current discourse of Appalachian music, better yet on the inaugural gathering, it would be Whizzbanger’s Ball. Taking place on June 14th and 15th, 2024, the Summit Bechtel Reserve was home to 15
Johnathan Edwards Monday, June 17, 2024 The Tri-State Coal Cats experienced mixed fortunes over the weekend, splitting a pair of games with the Bluefield Ridge Runners. On Saturday, June 15th, Tri-State extended its road game record to a perfect 3-0 with a dominant 11-3 victory over Bluefield. The Coal Cats scored 11 runs on 15
Ethan Peltier 6-17-2024 After dropping two straight games in a disappointing opening home series, the Tri-State Coal Cats returned to Huntington to play in a four-game slate against the Greeneville Flyboys. The Coal Cats entered the series with an even 2-2 record, while the visiting Flyboys entered with a 3-1 record. The series kicked off
Johnathan Edwards Tuesday, June 11, 2024 In a season of firsts, this first was a sweet one for the Tri-State Coal Cats. The Appalachian League’s newest team traveled to Kingsport, Tennessee, scoring two victories against the Axmen on Friday and Saturday. Originally, this series was slated for Friday through Sunday, but inclement weather on Sunday
Johnathan Edwards Friday, June 7, 2024 When it rains, it pours. The inaugural season-opening homestand for the Tri-State Coal Cats garnered a buzz from the community, a sizeable in-person crowd, and a few firsts… just not a first win. Tuesday, June 4th, presented the city of Huntington its first home minor league baseball game in