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Huntington, West Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Huntington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a major Detroit-to-Huntington drug pipeline ended in 11 years.
  • See where new Flock cameras could appear around Huntington neighborhoods.
  • Are Huntington sun habits putting your skin at long-term risk?

Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very hot, with a high of 98 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 97, low: 72.
  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 89 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Detroit man sentenced to 11 years in Huntington-area drug trafficking case (wvnews.com) — A Detroit man has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for helping traffic large amounts of meth and fentanyl into the Huntington area, including drugs stored at a trailer in the city. Prosecutors say he and several co-defendants moved kilos of narcotics before being arrested, and federal authorities credit Huntington and regional law enforcement for dismantling the operation.
   

2. WSAZ obtains new documents, proposed map released for Flock security technology (wsaz.com) — Huntington City Council has approved a five-year, $2.2 million contract for Flock Safety technology, bringing dozens of license plate readers, cameras, drones, and gunshot detectors to neighborhoods across the city. Newly obtained documents and a proposed camera map show where devices may go as Mayor Patrick Farrell and Huntington Police develop policies, training, and oversight in the coming weeks.
   

3. Skincare specialist weighs in on preventing ‘life changing sunburns' (wsaz.com) — A Huntington dermatology nurse is warning locals that even one bad sunburn can cause lasting skin damage, despite what TikTok trends suggest. She explains how UVA and UVB rays harm DNA, stresses daily sunscreen use year-round, and urges monthly skin checks so Huntington residents can catch suspicious spots early and reduce their risk of skin cancer and premature aging.
   

4. The Underground Railroad's Passage Through Appalachia (wvpublic.org) — New research is uncovering Underground Railroad sites in Cabell County, including escapes from the historic Green Bottom Plantation just outside Huntington. A Marshall University historian in Huntington explains how local waterways and residents helped freedom seekers, and why recognizing this history matters for today’s communities. The project maps churches, homes, trails, and other sites across the tri-state region.
   

5. West Virginia man pleads guilty to federal drug charge involving meth (wvnstv.com) — A Huntington man has pleaded guilty in federal court to selling meth from a local address, in a case investigated by the Huntington Violent Crime and Drug Task Force. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a possible $1 million fine when he’s sentenced in October. Federal prosecutors say the sale involved about 27 grams of meth to a confidential informant.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Thought I
    Would jump on and say good morning to everyone please remember to keep an eye on your elderly neighbors as it’s going to be another hot week. I sure… (Nextdoor West Huntington Streets)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
    Octavia was LOST on July 12, 2026 in Huntington, WV 25705 near Norwood rd Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Altizer - Huntington)
  • Marshall University posted a job opening for Shipping/Receiving Assistant in Huntington. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree Family Dollar - Dollar Tree, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Huntington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntington here.

Ok Huntington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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