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Headlines

Income tax refunds expected to be smaller as COVID-era tax breaks end
ULM unseats Herd in double overtime, 86-82.
Krall at Mall: 'We're trying to win'
WV House bill proposes $10K pay raise for corrections officers

Local News

Friday morning obituary update

The following obituaries have been provided by local funeral homes. Read our daily updates at 12:30, 2:30 and 4:30 p.m., and our complete obituaries in The Herald-Dispatch on Saturday and at www.herald-dispatch.com.

Columbus man sentenced after pleading guilty to drug charges

Commission approves new county administrator; Candy Cane Trail winner announced

Board of Health discusses COVID trends at end of 2022, beginning of 2023

Ohio man sentenced for attacking sibling in home invasion

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Coronavirus Updates

Board of Health discusses COVID trends at end of 2022, beginning of 2023

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HUNTINGTON — The Cabell-Huntington Board of Health discussed COVID-19 data from December and January during its meeting Wednesday.

Justice tests positive a 2nd time for COVID

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CHARLESTON — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice tested positive for the coronavirus Tuesday, hours after he met with West Virginia University athletic director Wren Baker and Hall of Fame basketball coach Bob Huggins, the governor’s office said.

Free COVID-19 testing, vaccines offered on Wednesday

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HUNTINGTON — The PAAC COVID-19 Surge Testing team will host a free COVID-19 testing, booster and vaccine clinic on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in Huntington at Cabell Unity Apartments.

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Photo Galleries

Photos: Marshall vs. Louisiana-Monroe, men's basketball

Photos: Cabell Midland vs. Spring Valley, boys basketball

Photos: Cincinnati Reds Caravan stops at the Huntington Mall

Photos: Huntington vs. St. Albans, girls basketball

Photos: Cabell Midland vs. Hurricane, girls basketball

Features

Joyce Spencer: Community news for Friday, Jan. 27

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Janet McCormick: Fusing two loves into one delicious dish

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Welcome to the meal I dream about on the reg, when I want a simple dish to showcase my must-haves like Greek cuisine and, well, tacos.

Stephanie Hill: Overnight oats provide quick, delicious weekday nutrition

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I love oats! Ask my family and coworkers, and they will all attest to the fact that I eat oats six or seven days per week. Why? Well, oats are like a creamy white canvas waiting to be filled in with a multitude of vibrant colors and all varieties of yummy flavors. Plus, oats happen to benefi…

Sports

WVGA executive director Ullman leaves for LIV Golf

CHARLESTON -- West Virginia Golf Association executive director Brad Ullman is leaving that role to become tournament director for LIV Golf, the WVGA announced in a release dated Friday.

Herd women rally past Warhawks 61-59

MONROE, La. — Marshall overcame a 14-point halftime deficit to defeat Louisiana-Monroe 61-59 in women’s college basketball on Thursday night.

Highlanders roar to life in second

HUNTINGTON — After one period in its game against Hurricane, Huntington High had one basket, and that came with 1.3 seconds left on a 3-pointer by Mikey Johnson.

Opinion

Brian Casto: WV teachers need better pay

When Gov. Jim Justice was sworn in, he said education was the centerpiece of his administration. While I and others around the state agree that education is important, little attention and appreciation have been shared from the Legislature. If West Virginia wants to move forward, we have got…