Media Partners
Kindred Communications is a locally owned and operated multimedia company, founded in 1992, operating six radio stations across nine signals, including WDGG 93.7 The Dawg, WCMI 92.7 & 98.5 The Planet, WMGA 97.9 The River, WXBW Big Buck Country 101.5, WRVC 94.1 FM & AM 930, and Cat Sports 93.3 FM & AM 1340, along with Kindred Digital.
Beyond broadcasting, Kindred produces and promotes some of the region’s most popular events—like Dawg Dazzle and 9th Street Live—and delivers expanded audience reach through digital marketing solutions and live streaming of high school sports.
Executive-Level Sponsors
ReStage Appalachia is a one-of-a-kind, academy-based program designed to prepare students for careers in live event production, technical trades, and on-site operations. The program emphasizes safety, technical proficiency, hands-on learning, and professional development across multiple disciplines.
The curriculum integrates technical skill development, professional readiness, and recovery stabilization into a single, coordinated training experience that reflects the real conditions of live event work while maintaining recovery compatibility.
Byrd’s Nest Landscaping is the region’s top choice for high-quality yard care, recently named Best in Tri-State for 2025. While they are experts in garden design, planting, and lawn health, what truly sets them apart is their hands-on approach. Every customer is treated with genuine respect, receiving clear communication and a level of personal care that’s hard to find elsewhere.
The business blends award-winning skill with a friendly, down-to-earth attitude. Whether they are installing new greenery or maintaining your current landscape, they make sure your specific needs come first. If you want a beautiful yard handled by a team that actually cares about their clients, Byrd’s Nest Landscaping is the clear choice.
Visionary-Level Sponsors
Necia T. Freeman is a full-time realtor licensed in West Virginia and Ohio, and a member of both the Huntington and Kanawha Valley Board of Realtors.
She has lived in Barboursville for most of her life, and has first-hand knowledge and information about the local community. She is a member of Lewis Memorial Baptist Church and director of Backpacks - a ministry feeding school aged children and providing them with enough food to last them through the weekend, as well as Brown Bags - a ministry for prostitutes on the streets of Huntington. She is also a member of the Village of Barboursville City Council.
Sabershield Cybersecurity LLC is a full-service cybersecurity and web development organization. Their mission is to prevent cybersecurity attacks before they happen, protecting your business and your consumers. They take a client-first approach, meaning that your business and its needs will always be addressed personally by their owner. You will always work directly with developers, and your decisions will always be prioritized. They craft websites from scratch, execute penetration tests and security audits, conduct controlled social engineering simulations, and provide security-centered user training. At Sabershield, they combine proactive defense with practical solutions to secure your business, your data, and your customers!
Fabric Town Interiors is a locally owned store offering flooring, fabrics, blinds, shutters & shades for your home or office space. Each product and project is customized to your home's needs and budget. Their team will guide you through the project process seamlessly from the first step of a free estimate through to the installation and finishing touches.
Fabric Town's commitment to is to give their customers outstanding customer service just like they have since 1972. They are very proud to serve the Tri-State area and are deeply rooted in our community.
They welcome you to shop in their showroom at 50 Taylor Road, Huntington, WV or give them a call at 304-736-9241.