HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Marshall University will host a special guest as part of the Homecoming festivities this week.

And if you don’t recognize his face, you will recognize his voice.

That’s Jim Thornton, the voice of “Wheel of Fortune.”

The Huntington native and Marshall University alum is back in town where he will serve as Grand Marshal of the Homecoming Parade later this week.

He joined Marlee and Martina on Studio 3 to talk about his love for his home.

The Marshall “Wheel of Thunder” Homecoming Parade is Friday night at 6 p.m., starting along 4th Avenue at 10th Street.

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