The Parthenon

Nationally recognized author with Marshall connections dies

Sarah Ingram, Copy Editor • September 10, 2019

Jean Edward Smith, an established author commended for his biographies of national figures, historical works and attention to detail, who also released his 15th nonfiction book, “The Liberation of Paris,”...

Sustainability Department looks to make Herd vs. Ohio ‘green’

Olayinka Bamiro, Reporter • September 10, 2019

The Sustainability Department will have a waste-free event during the Marshall University vs. Ohio University football game Sept. 14. Waste will be collected during the tailgate period until halftime and...

Marshall recognized as top-tier university in the U.S.

Douglas Harding, News Editor • September 9, 2019

Marshall University is now officially included in the nation’s highest tier of education institutions, categorized alongside institutions like Harvard, Princeton and Columbia universities. U.S. News...

GALLERY: Dress for Success River Cities’ third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event

Brittany Hively, Reporter • September 8, 2019

During Dress for Success River Cities’ third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event Sept. 7, men of all ages participated in events such as the Stiletto Stroll and Stiletto Strut to raise...

Roughly $8,000 raised during third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event

Brittany Hively, Reporter • September 8, 2019

Men had on their best high heels Saturday night to raise money and awareness for Dress for Success River Cities’ third annual Sips, Suds and Stilettos fundraising event. According to their website,...

Hundreds celebrate local recovery community during eighth annual Rally for Recovery

Douglas Harding, News Editor • September 7, 2019

Close to 1,000 community members celebrated and shared successful addiction recovery stories Friday at Recovery Point’s eighth annual Rally for Recovery in Huntington. “I’m a recovering addict....

Veterans of Foreign Wars organization supports veterans, families through efforts

Blake Newhouse, Reporter • September 7, 2019

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars attempt to help those who have sacrificed their lives for their country with their monthly Saturday breakfast buffet, with all the proceeds going to support local...

Brad D. Smith Business Incubator to serve Marshall students, Huntington residents

Michael Morgan, Reporter • September 6, 2019

The Brad D. Smith Business Incubator is set to open in Huntington, West Virginia in the coming weeks and will be available to Marshall University students and residents of the area. The incubator...

Marshall professors perform music of French composers, others during recital

Summer Jewell, Reporter • September 5, 2019

The Jomie Jazz Forum was filled with music and guests as two Marshall University staff members performed on Wednesday, Sept. 4. Wendell Dobbs, professor of flute and flute theory at Marshall, played...

Huntington community discusses HIV cluster, harm-reduction programs during public meeting

Blake Newhouse, Reporter • September 4, 2019

Citizens of Huntington listened to an overview on the HIV cluster in the city and the harm-reduction programs set in place to combat it during a public meeting Tuesday night, held by the Cabell-Huntington...

Students given opportunity to show gratitude with Thank A Donor Days

Brittany Hively, Reporter • September 3, 2019

While students are back on campus and adjusting to new schedules, some are taking the time to thank those who make it possible for them to be there. Students can send their appreciation to donors who helped...

Locals explore growing populist movement at campaign kick-off event

Douglas Harding, News Editor • September 3, 2019

Community leaders, activists and progressive political officials and candidates from across the state shared stories and sentiments with Huntington residents Monday evening at 1010 Coffee Shop on 10th...