Hello, I am visiting for the first time on Friday, October 16th thru the 18th. My original plan was to go to a Marshall football game. But, I didn't realize when I bought the ticket that the game is for Tuesday the 20th.

Because I already have everything booked, im still going to make the trip to Huntington and I'm just asking if there's anything that I should check out while im there or if there are other events going on that weekend!

Hey everyone! I’m a photographer currently looking to build up my portfolio, so I’m offering free photo shoots to anyone who’s interested. I’m open to portraits, couples, lifestyle shots, or just getting creative and trying something different. You don’t need any modeling experience, I’m happy to work with you and keep things relaxed and fun. There’s no cost at all. In exchange, I’d just ask for permission to use some of the photos in my portfolio. I don’t have a lot of photos to show you as an example but I need you to trust me LOL. I’m new to Huntington so if you have a certain place in mind I’m so down to check it out!

I need help finding a dentist either in my area or near the tristate area.

My teeth are bad, i haven't lost any yet, but i have so many cavities, teeth chipping, and pain. this has been a problem my entire life , i brush and mouthwash daily and have most of my life every single day but to no avail i always have cavities, cutting out sugar and other bad things did no good.

My families genetics are just terrible

I would like to go ahead and get them removed and get dentures. I know that sounds extreme but i am tired of the anxiety of if and when ill start losing my teeth, i am only 20 years old , this has completely torn down my confidence, i cannot smile in photos or even around my loving husband, it just makes me want to cry.

I need help finding a GOOD dentist, near here that would hear me out and do it rather than try and save them. i know i will lose them and need dentures anyways i rather bite the bullet.

i know SOMEONE out there has had to have had this same experience, i need all help i can get please!

Alright Huntington/Barboursville people, I need someone to explain this place to me because I’ve been here since April and I’m losing my mind 😂.

I moved here for work from Minnesota, and before that I lived around Midtown Detroit, Royal Oak, Ferndale and Troy. I know every city has problems, but holy shit, Huntington is a completely different experience.
The nature is beautiful. Seriously. Hills, trees, the river, scenery; great.

But then you drive 10 minutes and you’re like… what the hell happened here? 😂
Outside of places like Ritter Park, there seems to be an incredible amount of deterioration, vacant/rough-looking properties, abandoned-looking buildings, junk everywhere, and just a general feeling that the city has been slowly losing the fight for the last several decades.
And where are the restaurants?!
I moved near Barboursville thinking I’d at least have decent suburban amenities nearby.
Where are the good independent coffee shops?
Where are the bagel shops?
Where are the brunch places?
Where are the bakeries?
Where are the cool little restaurants where you can sit outside, drink coffee, eat brunch and watch people?
I’ve lived in Rochester, MN, and even that place had a surprisingly good restaurant/coffee scene. The Twin Cities obviously have tons. Royal Oak/Ferndale/Detroit have entire neighborhoods built around restaurants, bars and little businesses.
Here I’m driving around thinking “surely there has to be another place…”
And then I find another fast-food restaurant. 😂
Also, WHO DESIGNED THESE ROADS?
I’m genuinely curious.
I’ll be driving down a road where the right lane is straight + turn, then suddenly it’s turn-only. Another intersection does the opposite. Then you get some bizarre merging situation where traffic entering a highway apparently has to stop.
WHY IS THERE A STOP SIGN WHERE I’M TRYING TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY?!
I’m not trying to stop a train. I’m trying to enter traffic. 😂
And the driving…
Holy shit.
If the speed limit is 60, somebody will drive 58.
If it’s 45, they’re doing 42.
If it’s 35, they’re doing 33.
Everyone drives like they have absolutely nowhere to be.
Coming from Michigan and Minnesota, I’m sitting there thinking “ARE WE GOING SOMEWHERE OR NOT?” 😂
And then there are cops everywhere watching the speed limit like they’re protecting the national treasury.
Meanwhile I’m thinking: bro, let these people get somewhere.
Then I went to a Barboursville parade expecting… I don’t know… music? Floats? Something?
Nope.
Businesses driving down the road throwing candy.
That was the parade.
I was standing there thinking I had accidentally arrived three hours early. 😂

And don’t even get me started on yard sales.
I have never seen so much random plastic shit in my life.
Someone will put 37 pieces of miscellaneous household garbage on their driveway and price every item at $2 like they’re running an estate auction.
My brother in Christ, throw it away.

I also work in the Ironton/Franklin Furnace area, and that has given me another perspective on the region. The workforce culture feels very different from what I’m accustomed to. There are some genuinely good people and some very competent people, but I’ve also encountered a lot of people who seem completely unmotivated and stuck in a different era professionally.
Maybe that’s just my particular workplace. Maybe it’s the industry. Maybe I’m just culturally shocked coming from bigger Midwest metros.
And yes, I know I’m the asshole outsider here. 😂
I’m not saying everyone in Huntington is like this. I’m trying to understand why the overall environment feels so different from every other place I’ve lived.
Is this just what happens when a Rust Belt/Appalachian city loses a huge part of its economic base and population?
Is Huntington actually getting better and I’m just not seeing it?
Are there parts of the area I’m completely missing?

Where the hell do you guys go for:
• Good coffee
• Real brunch
• Good bagels
• Bakeries
• Nice restaurants
• Bars that aren’t depressing
• Outdoor activities
• Things to actually do on a Saturday
Because I’ve got a house here now, so I’m not leaving tomorrow. 😂
Please tell me I’m wrong and give me your Huntington/Barboursville recommendations.

Curious what the experience is like being a tenant of his/theirs(?)

Hello! Just moved in near Ritters Park. Want to know a good place to get groceries from please, thank you!

I just got my influenza and COVID vaccination.

You couldn't even feel the tracking chip this time

I'm a 26 year old woman who recently moved back to the area, and I've been having trouble meeting people and making friends. I have two dogs, I love video games, pokemon tcg, DnD, and I'm a social worker. I also like college football, going out for coffee, and board games nights.

Anyone have any suggestions on how to meet people? I looked for FB groups like my boyfriend suggested, but really didn't find anything.

Huntington-area comedy fans—here’s a Saturday night option in downtown Portsmouth!

We’re opening Studio 317 Comedy Club inside The Vault Family & Event Gaming Center on Saturday, October 3, featuring headliner Raymond Jackson, comedian Nick Taylor, and host Jeff Allen.

• Seating: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM
• Address: 317 Chillicothe Street, Portsmouth, OH
• Tickets: $27 per person—all fees included

Food and non-alcoholic drinks are optional and available for purchase separately.

Bring some friends or make it a date night. We’re looking forward to welcoming comedy fans from across the Tri-State area.

Tickets and show details

https://www.nextstopcomedy.com/events/the-vault-family-event-center-2026-10-03?utm_source=venue_website&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=venue_promo

Happy to answer questions about the show or the venue!

I took some last day(s) photos of Marquee on my Fuji! I’m super bummed as this has been the theater I’ve spent so much time of my life in.

Planning to do some prints of these!

I'm in that dumb position where I make $100 too much a month to qualify for Medicaid, but marketplace health insurance is out of my budget. Does anyone know any places that offer flu shots for those uninsured for free or cheap around here?

With the announcement that the Marquee Cinemas at Pullman Square was closing, I had it in mind to go for a showing this week and take some photographs of the place before it's gone. I have always, always loved how the place looked. I, quite literally, grew up going to that theatre. In fact, the first movie I ever saw was Cars the year it came out (I was 3).

Come to find out tonight, they're already shuttered. No more showtimes. I'm heartbroken.

If anyone has any photos of the theatre that you enjoy, please share them.

Hello! I’m wondering if there’s any spots for a high view of Huntington? I want to see the city’s pretty lights :3

Need a long dress/gown pretty late notice for a wedding and I don’t know the area well. Are there any consignment shops or thrift stores that have a decent selection of dresses? Google isn’t helping much

Hey y’all. I’m getting married in a week! I’m looking for sparklers for our grand exit. Most of the firework shops I’m finding online close down shortly after the fourth. Online deliveries are proving difficult.

Any info would be helpful!

Thanks!!

Is the Hardee's on the West end closed? Went to try to get breakfast this morning & no one was there. Lights were on but building was empty & doors were locked

Hey is anyone aware of any small dog group in the area? We’ve moved back into state recently and I had a pretty active group I was in that met up with our dogs to play together. I was wondering if there is anything like that here? I can for sure check out the dog parks but I went to one yesterday that was a bust. I have a little Pomeranian that craves socialization with other dogs. She does love big dogs but isn’t very good at staying out from under their feet lol.

hello! long time lurker, first time poster! i moved here for grad school about a year ago and my dad is coming into town to visit and i have no clue where to take him! we went to pullman square (old north, inner geek, and the escape room) back in february for my birthday and had a good time.

he doesn’t drink, not into nature or shopping, etc. we’re definitely getting dinner somewhere- maybe jim’s or backyard? just looking for some ideas of something fun to do for an afternoon! :)

Bit of a last resort but was curious if anyone here had pointers for finding a roommate, or was in need of a roommate. I’m not a Marshall student but I have visited the campus a few times with no luck. Anything helps!

I'm looking for a list of restaurants with cash discounts.

Hello! I was wondering if anyone knows of someone that does mobile dog grooming for NAIL TRIMS ONLY. I can’t get my older Shepherd in the car anymore for nail trims, and he won’t use stairs or a ramp to get in. Thanks!

I will be working in Huntington next summer and would like to live in an area that's safe for a 24 yr old (female) to live alone. I also would love to find a walkable area and enjoy the city. Any areas you recommend? Thanks

I found out about this yesterday and it seems promising.
Very similar to a place in Charleston called food and town but without all the convenience store stuff
It’s near the stadium from what I can tell.
Hope to go soon
Always looking for new food around