The Talk of the Town

Talk of the Town | April 11, 2024

Justin Tarovisky, union president representing employees at FCC Hazelton, announces a retention incentive for employees at the federal penitentiary. Mon County Commissioner Tom Bloom is in-studio to talk roads, relationship with the DOH and the national attention again on the Skylar Neese murder. 

Talk of the Town | April 10, 2024

New University High Football Coach Eric Snyder joins the show. Dave breaks down campaign finance numbers and discusses the issues facing EMS agencies across the state. 

Christina Fattore Morgan: Mon County School Board Candidate

Christina Fattore Morgan, candidate for Monongalia County School Board, talks about a number of issues including the proposed Rennaisance Academy, student discipline, supporting teachers and more.  The school board election is May 14th. Early voting begins May 1st. 

Talk of the Town | April 9, 2024

Mon County Board of Education Candidate Christina Fatorre Morgan discusses her platform. Metronews Statewide Correspondent Brad McElhinny breaks down the GOP Gubernatorial race. 

Talk of the Town | April 8, 2024

Dave is back after a week of filling in on Metronews Talkline. Dave discusses why the idea of managed homeless camps is a bad idea. 

Talk of the Town | March 29, 2024

Dave breaks down the property tax implications of the proposed $143 million Renaissance Academy bond and takes your calls and texts. 

Talk of the Town | March 28, 2024

Ron Lytle, Mon County BOE President, discusses the tax impact of the proposed Renaissance Academy. State Senator Mike Oliverio reacts to Gov. Justice's veto of the vaccination bill.  

Talk of the Town | March 27, 2024

Dave Neese is in-studio to discuss the new podcast "Three," which re-examines the disappearance of his daughter Skylar Neese in 2012. Also, Jason Hoch, producer for the podcast "Three" joins the show on the phone. 

Talk of the Town | March 26, 2024

WVU's April Kaull discusses the marching band's new plans for a practice facility. Metronews Sports' Kyle Wiggs wraps up the WVU Women's Basketball season.

Talk of the Town | March 25, 2024

Metronews Sports' Greg Carey breaks down the hiring of new WVU Basketball Coach Darian DeVries. Dave runs through new polling data for the Republican race for Governor. 

Talk of the Town | March 22, 2024

It's Anything Goes Friday! Dave recaps an MPO meeting where local officials were frustrated with news about traffic lights off Exit 155. Joe Brocato, with Metronews Sports, checks in from Iowa City where WVU Women's basketball takes on Princeton Saturday in the NCAA Tournament. 

Talk of the Town | March 21, 2024

Danielle Trumble, Morgantown City Council member, discusses the situation with Bartlett House and moving forward. Brad McElhinny recaps the governor's media briefing. 

Talk of the Town | March 20, 2024

Mike Oliverio, Mon County Senator, explains why $5.1 million in funding for WVU was vetoed by the governor in the state budget. Dave reacts to the news surrounding the Bartlett House. Wednesday is WVU's Day of Giving. WVU Foundation's B.J. Davisson joins the show. 

Talk of the Town | March 19, 2024

Gov. Justice vetoed a bill providing $2 million for the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. Mon County Delegate John Williams reacts Clay-Battelle High School Football Coach Ryan Wilson announces his retirement. 

Talk of the Town | March 18, 2024

The 3-time State Champion Morgantown Mohigan Basketball team is in-studio celebrating their victory. 

Talk of the Town | Feb. 29, 2024

Morgantown High Students Maddie Wisman and Grace Schmitt stop by the studio with details on this year's Mohigan Idol. University High Football Coach, John Kelley announces his retirement from coaching.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 28, 2024

Ryan White, candidate for the WV Intermediate Court of Appeals Judge, stops by the studio. Dave recaps the budget presentation at Morgantown City Council's Committee of the Whole meeting. Plus, your texts.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 27, 2023

Mon County Delegate John Williams discusses legislation with the House with Crossover Day looming. Metronews Sports' Joe Brocato previews boys' & girls' basketball postseason matchups.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 22, 2023

Michael Simms, candidate for Circuit Court Judge in Division 1 in Mon County joins the show. Plus, details on the upcoming WV Fishing, Hunting, & Outdoor Show on March 4 & 5.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 21, 2024

Mon County Schools Superintendent Eddie Campbell talks more about the proposed Rennaissance Academy. Marion County Del. Joey Garcia discusses several bills going through the House.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 20, 2024

Mon County Del. Joe Statler discusses his votes on the Library Obscenity Bill and a proposal to enable teachers to carry concealed weapons in schools. Plus, Brad McElhinny stops by.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 19, 2024

Capitol Reporter Steven Allen Adams, from Ogden Newspapers, joins the show to explain a mess at the state Tax Division involving Natural Gas valuations and property taxes owed.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 9, 2024

WV Treasurer & Congressional Candidate Riley Moore stops by the studio. Fill maker Elaine McMillion Sheldon, discusses her documentary "King Coal" ahead of a screening this weekend in Morgantown.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 8, 2024

Taylor Schultz with the Mon Count Child Advocacy Center discusses the organization's mission. WV Attorney General Patrick Morrisey talks about the Trump case before the US Supreme Court and his gubernatorial bid.

Talk of the Town | Feb 7, 2024

Eddie Campbell, Mon County Superintendent, updates the situation with EPA funding for new green school buses. Senators Mike Oliverio and Amy Grady discuss a student discipline bill working its way through the Senate.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 5, 2024

Brad McElhinny joins the show to talk all things legislature. Dave recaps the weekend headlines and takes your texts.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 2, 2024

Dave recaps the impact of the Renaissance Academy levy on your tax ticket. Health Right may finally be on the move. And a lot of high school basketball on tap this weekend.

Talk of the Town | Feb. 1, 2024

Dave breaks down the impact of the excess levies and school bond levy on the primary ballot. Metornews' Chris Lawrence explains a controversy surrounding Groundhog Day and trout stocking.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 31, 2024

Danielle Trumble, a member of Morgantown City Council, comes by the studio to talk trash, literally. She tries to clear up confusion over Republic's rate increase and touches on several other topics involving the city.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 30, 2024

Evan Hansen, Mon County Delegate, has concerns about HB 5018. Mon County GOP Executive Committee Chair Ethan Moore discusses voter outreach and closing the primary in 2026.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 29, 2024

Monongalia County Commissioner Jeff Arnett talks about infrastructure projects and a mistake made by the state tax division. Plus, Brad McElhinny talks all things involving WV politics.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 26, 2024

The city of Morgantown drops the ball again. What closing the GOP Primary could mean for Monongalia County. Pete Tennant announces his run for Mon County Magistrate. Plus, your texts on Anything Goes Friday.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 25, 2024

Can't we have an honest discussion with all the rhetoric? Keri DeMasi with an update on the warming shelter operations and Mon Health

Talk of the Town | Jan. 24, 2023

Discussion about the proposed Renaissance Academy in Mon County and what the cost could be to county taxpayers.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 23, 2024

Mon County Schools Superintendent Eddie Campbell is in-studio for a detailed discussion about the proposed Renaissance Academy.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 22, 2024

J.B. McCuskey, candidate for WV Attorney General talks about his campaign as he files his official paperwork. Metronews' Brad McElhinny has the latest on the legislative session.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 19, 2024

Sen. Mike Oliverio explains why the stipulations proposed for the Promise Plus program are a bad idea. Accuweather's Jeff Nordeen has an update on the forecast.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 18, 2024

Morgantown Police Chief Eric Powell shares the latest in the murder investigation of a 26-year-old man. New Chief Deputy Chris Ruehmer introduces himself. Mon County Volunteer Fire Association President Mickey Rinehart says an agreement has been reached on the fire excess levy.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 17, 2023

Dave questions what happened to the idea of the DOH partnering with a contractor to clear roads? Retired Deputy Todd Forbes announces his run for Mon County Sheriff. Plus, a recap of Morgantown City Council's meeting.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 16, 2023

Dave is taking your comments on the roads. More info on a PODA ordinance coming before city council. Mon Health Marion Neighborhood Hospital celebrating two years in White Hall.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 15, 2023

Mon County Senator Mike Olivierio discusses the governor's budget proposal. Accuweather's Jeff Nordeen has an update on the expected snowfall. Dave covers news and notes, including how much he enjoyed the Cowboys' playoff loss.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 12, 2024

It's Anything Goes Friday! Dave hits on a variety of topics, including a possible new home for the WV High School Football Championships, the Morgantown Police Review Board and your calls and texts.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 11, 2024

WV Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is a guest. Brad McElhinny discusses the governor's state of the state address.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 10, 2024

Metronews' Brad McElhinny previews the State of the State address and the legislative session. Barbara Evans Fleischauer, a former Mon County delegate, talks about her new role with a national women's rights organization. Plus, questions about Morgantown Fire Department's request to be included on the county's fire service excess levy.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 9, 2024

WV Treasurer and candidate for Congress Riley Moore joins the show. There are a couple of interesting items on the Mon County Commission agenda.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 8, 2024

Mon County Clerk Carye Blaney is on the show as the candidate filing period officially opens. Mon County Del. John Williams discusses the upcoming legislative session.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 5, 2024

Talk of the Town | Jan. 4, 2024

Erienne Olesh talks about economic development and removing barriers. Russ Rogerson reacts to LG's announcement of $700 billion investment in WV.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 3, 2024

Mon County Delegate Geno Chiarelli discusses his priorities ahead of the start of the legislative session. Dave recaps the Morgantown City Council meeting and has updates on a major traffic accident.

Talk of the Town | Jan. 2, 2024

Metronews Sports Joe Brocato has several questions about what will happen in 2024. Dave thinks the Morgantown Airport needs to find an identity. And which words should be banned from your vocabulary?