Huntington, WV
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About Huntington
- • Brad Paisley, a country music superstar, hails from Huntington.
- • The Tudor's Biscuit World fast-food chain originated in Huntington in 1980.
- • Collis P. Huntington's Chesapeake & Ohio Railway made it a transportation hub.
- • Huntington's Ritter Park features a unique rose garden with over 3,400 roses.
- • The Ohio River flood of 1937 devastated Huntington, prompting major flood control.
- • Named in 1871 for Collis P. Huntington, a railroad magnate.
- • Population is nearly 45,000, shrinking less than other WV cities.
- • The elevation is 564 feet, offering views of the Ohio River Valley.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are major employers in Huntington.
- • Huntington feels resilient, with a spirit of revival amidst challenges.
- • Cincinnati Bengals are the closest NFL team, a short drive away.
- • Marshall University's football team overcame tragedy to win hearts nationwide.