The Talk Of The Town

Jessica Nelson, the former Opinion Editor for the Dominion Post, joins Dave in the studio to talk about what voter turnout would be if Morgantown City Council moved its elections to May. Plus, an update on the special legislative session and a look back at WVU's win over Oklahoma State. 

A recap of Thursday's supply drive for areas of western North Carolina devastated by Hurricane Helene. What happens if Morgantown's camping ban is repealed? And a preview of Week 6 of high school football. 

Summer Hartley, Republican for House of Delegates 80th District, joins the show. Details on how you can help people devastated by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Plus, City Counci's discussion regarding the new ward boundaries. 

We speak with Sam Robertson, and EMS worker on the ground in North Carolina decimated by Hurricane Helene. Candidate for House of Delegates David McCormick stops by and a recap of city council's discussion regarding the date of the city election. 

Dave breaks down six proposed amendments to the Morgantown city charter that will be discussed at city council's regular meeting. Fairmont State Political Science Professor Robert Bolton weighs in on what to watch for during the Vice Presidential debate. 

Dr. Keith Jackson, Dean of the WVU College of Creative Arts and Media, details the Violins of Hope exhibit that opens on Tuesday. Brad McElhinny breaks down what to expect in the special legislative session. 

Bill Reger-Nash, Democrat for House of Delegates 82nd District, joins the show. 

John Trumble, Chair of the Ward and Boundary Commission, explains the process to come up with its recommendation to city council. Dave revisits past controversies with boundary lines in Morgantown and an unintended consequence of extended council member terms. 

Geno Chiarelli, Republican Incumbent for House of Delegates 78th District is in-studio to discuss his campaign. 

Diane Market Gaston, Democrat Candidate for WV House of Delegates 78th District, in in-studio and talks about fighting the state's addiction problem, advocating for Monongalia County, and other issues in her campaign. Plus, Metronews Sports' Joe Brocato talks WVU and High School Football. 

It's Anything Goes Friday! Dave shares his thoughts on Morgantown City Manager Kim Haws retirement. Metronews Sports' Greg Carey previews the weekend football schedule. Plus, your calls and texts. 

West Virginia is getting redder. Mon County Republicans are closing the gap on the number of registered voters with their Democratic counterparts. Mon County Republican Committee's Wes Nugent digs into the data. Dave recaps some interesting information from Tuesday's Morgantown City Council meeting. 

Mike Oliverio, Mon County State Senator, talks about possible tax cuts and child care. Amelia Knisley, of West Virginia Watch, details her article that examined student public school transfers. 

Dr. Eddie Campbell, Mon County Schools Superintendent, talks about last week's threats of school violence. Joe Brocato recaps high school football and the WVU loss to Pitt. 

Patrick Morrisey, WV Attorney General & GOP Candidate for Governor, joins the show and addresses whether or not he'll debate Democrat Steve Williams. Meanwhile, the Morgantown Police Review Board is concerned no one is complaining about the police department. 

The Dominion Post newspaper is being acquired by Ogden Newspapers. John McCabe, Editorial Director, stops by the studio to discuss the future of the paper. Lake Lynn withdraws its request to reduce the water level in Cheat Lake. Morgantown Police Review Board is late to the party on the city's camping ban. 

Jonathan Vrabel, Morgantown Municipal Airport Director, talks about a new air service provider and the runway extension project. Reactions to the presidential debate and Tuesday's interview with Morgantown City Councilor Danielle Trumble. 

Morgantown City Councilor Danielle Trumble is in-studio to discuss the citywide camping ban passed last week on a 4-3 vote. 

Talk of the Town | Sept. 9, 2024