Over the past century, OLVM Sisters have served in solidarity with God’s people, especially those marginalized by society. Founded in 1922 by Father John Joseph Sigstein, the Sisters have called Huntington home since the building of their Victory Noll motherhouse in 1924.
The Victory Noll Sisters, as they are also known, have as their mission to proclaim the Word of God, foster justice, stand in solidarity with those living in poverty and oppression, and promote the development of leaders.
As missionary Sisters, they have been missioned to places where the poorest people have been ignored or left behind by society. They went into rural areas of Appalachia, into the inner cities, and especially into the Southwest United States to serve a growing immigrant population. They continued to provide religious education, but also advocated for human rights, social justice and empowerment for minority groups and for women. Victory Noll Sisters developed leadership initiatives and spoke out on the need to care for the Earth.
They have been missioned in 37 states and in Bolivia, delivering the Good News of Jesus Christ, providing social services, and advocating for justice and peace.
OLVM also has a past connection with Dr. Carnes, who served as personal physician for many of the Sisters over the years.

A staple of Huntington’s community and educational landscape for over 75 years, WVSH radio began in 1950 with high school teacher McCabe “Pop” Day’s vision for the student-run “Voice of the Schools of Huntington.” Starting with a modest 10-watt transmitter, the station quickly became a key educational tool, offering diverse programming from sports and music to community service. The station’s early growth included an expanded schedule and new equipment, establishing it as one of the state’s top student-run stations by the1960s. Bill Walker, who took over operations in 1974, played a crucial role in expanding the station’s educational opportunities by introducing dedicated radio classes and fostering student involvement in state contests and professional visits. Under Walker’s leadership, WVSH gained recognition for innovative programs and live-event coverage. Nick Altman, a WVSH alum, succeeded Walker in 2007 and continues to advance the station by incorporating online streaming and social media, modernizing equipment, and embracing new technologies. Today, WVSH remains a pioneering force in educational broadcasting, upholding its mission to provide valuable experiences for students and serve the community.