MetroNews Midday

Dave Allen and Amanda Barren talk about the Kiwanis Corporate Regatta, Billy Cornwell on a surge of crimes in Huntington, Founder and Director Cara Chafin of the Deadhead Film Festival, and Fred Persinger on High School Softball.

Dave Allen talks with Jeff Jenkins about local news, Dave Weekley and his commentary, Monarch Site Manager Jason Bechtle on flooded house in the Meadowlands Estates Subdivision in Mason County, and Dave Wilson on the controversial Track State Championship.

📜 Rich Hively , the Nitro City Recorder & City Historian, joins Jeff to dive into the rich and fascinating history of Nitro, WV . 🎨 Zack Harold drops by to share all the must-see highlights for FestivALL , which officially kicks off today and runs through May 31st. 🎖️ Frank Vitale , President of the West Virginia National Guard Foundation , pops in to discuss the vital work the foundation is...

Amanda talks with Representative Riley Moore, Dr. Alison Wilson and Brad McElhinny.

Amanda talks with Jeff Jenkins, Hoppy Kercheval, Spearker Roger Hanshaw and Delegate Chris Anders.

🏍️ Joe Stevens from the City of Nitro is talking with Daniel about the Run for the Wall motorcyclists rolling into town tonight and all the events they have planned. 🛣️ Run for the Wall rider Todd Taylor checks in with Daniel to give us a live update on their lunch stop, how the cross-country trip is going so far, and what it's going to feel like when they officially pull into Nitro at 5:00 PM ton...

Amanda talks with Shawn Jubisson of HHS Education, who is our Wonderful West Virginan this week, Taylor Richmond and Jozy Moore.

Amanda talks with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows and WVU President Michael T. Benson.

🇺🇸 Chelsea Ruby is hanging out with Jeff to chat about the upcoming WV Celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary! Plus, she’s going to share how on earth they plan to fit a massive Steam Engine inside the Cultural Center and the logistics behind getting it in there. 🎒 Then, Putnam County School Superintendent John Hudson is stopping in to talk about his upcoming retirement and look back at his...

Amanda talks with Matt Pawlowski, Delegate Bill Flanigan, Mike Nolting and Ryan Stewart.

Amanda talks with Jeff Jenkins, Dave Wilson, Delegate Adam Burkhammer and Senator Joey Garcia.

📰 Jeff covers the latest news happening around the the state.    💻 Delegate Shawn Fluharty, drops in to talk with Jeff about the Data Center meeting held by the WV House Delegates during their meetings today (Monday, 5/18/26 and Tuesday (5/19/26).  🕯️ Wood County Women's Rights Alliance Vice President Caci Petrehn joins Jeff to talk about the candlelight vigil being held for Gretchen Fleming.

Amanda talks with Chris Inghram, Erick Larch, Barbie Wood,   Marine Corps 1st Lt. Sean Martineau and Navy Lt. j.g. Thomas Martineau, Ensign Chris Martineau, Ensign Kelly Martineau and Governor Patrick Morrisey.

Amanda talks with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows and Senator Mike Woefel.

⚾ Daniel Woods is jumping on with Dave for the Weekend Sports Blitz to help you map out which games are worth watching or hitting up this weekend.  ☎️ After the sports talk, we’re opening up the lines! It’s your turn to take the mic on Open Line West Virginia. Whether you want to talk politics, sports, or anything else on your mind, give Dave a call at 800-765-TALK or shoot a text to 304-TALK-304...

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows, Morgan O'Brien, Jaxon Diamond, and LaFlore Barbour Lucas.

🏍️ Take 2: Todd Taylor is chatting with Dave about Run for the Wall , a massive cross-country motorcycle ride with 300 riders traveling from California to D.C. They'll be talking about the journey and their yearly stop in Nitro, West Virginia, all while honoring their motto: “We Ride for Those Who Can’t.” ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , it’s time for Open Line West Virginia ! The mic is yours—call 800-765-82...

Amanda and Dave talk with  Tom Resler, Secretary of State Kris Warner, Mike Boes and Major Justin Raynes.

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, Hoppy Kercheval, Senator Tom Takubo, and Delegate Matthew Rohrbach.

🏍️ Todd Taylor is chatting with Dave about Run for the Wall , a massive cross-country motorcycle ride with 300 riders traveling from California to D.C. They'll be talking about the journey and their yearly stop in Nitro, West Virginia, all while honoring their motto: “We Ride for Those Who Can’t.” ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , it’s time for Open Line West Virginia ! The mic is yours—call 800-765-8255 or te...

Amanda and Dave talk with Josh Sperry, this week's Wonderful West Virginian, Delegate Mike Pushkin, and Delegate Josh Holstein.

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows, Rachel Fetty Anderson, Homer Hickam and Roy Lee Cooke.

🚜 Jason Pizatella , CEO of the Contractors Association, is joining Dave to explain why keeping the state gas tax in place is so important. He’ll be breaking down how that money goes directly into the Road Fund to handle everything from fixing bridges and clearing slips to plowing snow and cutting grass—things the state simply couldn't afford to do without that tax revenue. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , th...

Amanda and Dave talks with Hoppy Kercheval, Delegate Josh Holstein, and Delegate Mike Pushkin.

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, Dave Wilson, Craig Blair and Secretary of State Kris Warner.