The Southside Alliance of Huntington WV

05/18/2026

Bright Blocks is a neighborhood revitalization initiative of The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance focused on encouraging community pride, beautification, reinvestment, and positive momentum throughout Huntington’s Southside.

We invite community members to join us for an upcoming Public Information Meeting on Thursday, May 21 at 6 PM in the library of the old Huntington High School/Phil Cline YMCA Center to learn more about the Bright Blocks program, ask questions, share ideas, and hear about future plans for the Southside.

The initial “target area” for the program will be 9th Avenue between 1st and 4th Street.

Please help us spread the word by following and sharing the Bright Blocks page and public meeting event with others who care about the future of our community.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573297963394

05/16/2026

As we continue our America 250 series, we turn from the broader story of craftsmanship to the architectural styles that shaped the nation.

05/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance Annual Meeting this evening.

It was an encouraging night filled with important conversations about the future of Huntington’s Southside, ongoing preservation efforts, community partnerships, beautification initiatives, infrastructure updates, and exciting projects ahead.

We heard updates regarding:
• Bright Blocks neighborhood revitalization initiative
• Southside bridge and infrastructure projects
• America 250 community celebration planning
• Four Pole Creek mitigation efforts
• South Side Garden Club beautification projects
• Park and recreation improvements throughout the community

We were also honored to recognize Dan Ferguson for his outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to The Alliance and the Southside community.

Thank you to our board members, guest speakers, community partners, volunteers, and supporters who continue helping move our mission forward.

Together we preserve, together we enhance. 🤍

05/11/2026

The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance Annual Meeting is this Wednesday, May 13 at 6:00 PM at Room with a View in Ritter Park Rose Garden.

Join us for an evening of community updates, neighborhood discussion, and conversation about ongoing and future initiatives throughout Huntington’s historic Southside.

Southside residents, businesses, supporters, and friends of The Alliance are all welcome to attend.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Room with a View
Ritter Park Rose Garden

Register here:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/bj4u4u2

We hope to see you there.

05/06/2026

The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance, Inc. is proud to sponsor the Southside Garden Club’s Annual Neighborhood Garden Tour, taking place Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

This beloved Southside tradition invites the community to explore beautiful local gardens, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the charm, history, and character that make our neighborhood so special. Guests will enjoy a self guided tour featuring a variety of unique gardens throughout Huntington’s Southside, showcasing creativity, landscaping inspiration, and community pride.

Advance tickets are $20 and day of tour tickets are $25. Advance tickets may be purchased from Southside Garden Club members or at participating businesses including Sloane Square Gallery and Thistle Patch.

We encourage Southside residents, garden lovers, and friends of the community to come out and support this wonderful event while enjoying a day in one of Huntington’s most beautiful historic neighborhoods.

05/05/2026

Southside residents, this is quickly approaching!

Join us next Wednesday, May 13 at 6:00 PM for The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance Annual Meeting at Ritter Park’s Room with a View.

This is a great opportunity to hear updates, learn about ongoing projects, and connect with others who care about the future of the Southside.

All Southside residents are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served.

We hope to see you there.

04/20/2026

We’re so proud of our own Bob Hansen on this well deserved recognition. His heart for service and dedication to helping others is something we see firsthand, and we’re grateful to have him as part of The Alliance. Congratulations, Bob.

Big Announcement: Our Board of Directors has elected Bob Hansen as our new Board President! Bob has spent a lifetime showing up when it matters most.
Bob’s name is one that carries deep respect across West Virginia—not because of titles, but because of the lives he’s helped impact along the way.
For decades, he has stood in the gap for individuals and families navigating some of life’s hardest circumstances. He has helped shape behavioral health services across our state, led organizations through seasons of growth and challenge, and played a vital role in addressing the opioid crisis at a time when our communities needed steady, compassionate leadership. His work has touched countless lives, not for recognition, but because of a deep commitment to serve others well.
That kind of leadership matters.
At the Mission, we believe this work is more than programs and services—it is ministry. It is meeting people where they are, loving them as they are, and helping point them toward a better path forward.
Bob understands that.
He brings not only experience and wisdom, but a steady presence and a servant’s heart—qualities that reflect the very foundation of what we strive to do each day.
As we work to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs through meals, shelter, and support, we are grateful to welcome a Board President who understands both the complexity of the work and the calling behind it.
Bob, thank you for stepping into this role. We’re grateful for your leadership and look so forward to what lies ahead.

04/08/2026

The Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance is proud to support opportunities that strengthen leadership, connection, and community right here in Huntington.

Executive Director Brittany Trippett will be speaking at this month’s Tri-State LeadHERship alongside Cynthia Krantz, focusing on how communication, visibility, and connection play a role not just in business but in everyday life and leadership.

These are the same principles that help drive stronger neighborhoods, more engaged communities, and meaningful progress.

If you’re interested in personal or professional growth, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn alongside others in our area.

📍 Former Cellar Door, Huntington, WV
🗓️ Tuesday, April 21
⏰ 5:30 to 7:30 PM

03/20/2026

We’re proud to see our Executive Director, Brittany Trippett, serving as a Chamber Ambassador for the 2026 to 2028 term.

Strong partnerships and community leadership are essential to the continued growth of Huntington, and we’re grateful to be part of that work alongside so many dedicated individuals.

It's the first day of spring, the perfect day to announce our new and returning 2026-2028 Chamber Ambassadors! Thank you to all these wonderful folks for volunteering their time to help the Chamber in our mission to support the regional business community. From international corporations to locally-owned small businesses, our community continues to show up! We look forward to working with each and every one of you in the near future.

2026-2028 Ambassadors:
*Anna Adkins – Huntington Area CVB
*Olivia Bird – Mountwest Community & Technical College
*Jake Bradley – netranom
Kierston Butcher – Peoples Bank - Huntington West, WV
Blake Botting – Appalachian Power
*Tammy Carter – Dave & Buster's Barboursville
Ashley Casto – The Haute Wick Social - Candle Bar & Gift Boutique
*Belinda Chapman – Children's Home Society Of WV Huntington/Ona/Milton
Megan Copley – OVP Health Care
Tyler Courts – Courts Creative LLC
Christin Fiedler – Marshall Health Network Arena
Brooke Flora – The White Willow Boutique
*Anna Ford – Huntington Federal Savings Bank
Rebecca Gray – MHN Foundations
Kimberly Greene – Greene Travel Getaways
Cailyn Hall – Cailyn Hall, Salesperson/REALTOR / True Soul Boutique
*Tasha Hall – PEP: The Prevention Empowerment Partnership
Vanessa Hankins – Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center
Shelbie Harding – Alpha Innovations
*Karen Horner – Mountwest Community & Technical College
*Irv Johnson – Cabell County Assessor
Dr. Eugenia Lambert – Rocky Tops Pizza - Wayne
*Jimmy Lemon – Bullseye Total Media
*Cody Lobo – RE/MAX Clarity WV & OH
*John Lovejoy – Alpha Innovations
Amber Miller – Prestera Health Services
Donovan Neeley – Comparion Insurance Agency
*John Null – Prosource
Amber Payne – Marshall Health Network
Allison Plymale – Lamar Advertising Company
James Plymale – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
Shelly Ridgeway – Facing Hunger Foodbank
Terri Rowe – WesBanco
*Kathy Smith – WSAZ NewsChannel 3
Erin Treacy – Erin Treacy Coaching
*Rebecca Thomas – True Soul Boutique
Brittany Trippett – The Southside Alliance of Huntington WV
Brittany Willard – Edward Jones
*Lorre Wilson – Lorre Wilson

*Returning Ambassadors