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National Weather Service Meteorologist Andrew Mansfield discusses the impacts of Tropical Depression Ida on the region. Western Maryland Street Rod Association President Rick Kruczewski talks about this weekend's Street Rod Round Up. Author Russell Shorto discusses his newest book Smalltime, Mineral County Emergency Services Director Luke McKenzie talks about the impact of Ida on the county and th...

President of the Cumberland Historic Cemetery Organization Ed Taylor Junior talks about some of the events they will be holding for Heritage Days. Mermaid Elle and Whiskers Inc Treasurer Trish Morgan also discuss their upcoming events for Heritage Days weekend. Liz Dickerson CEO of Relish talks about Back to School self care tips for stressed parents.

National Weather Service Meteorologist Kevin Witt discusses the impacts of Hurricane Ida on Western MD and the Potomac Highlands Joe Caporale and Kelly Moran talk with one of the distillers to be featured at the upcoming Whiskey Rebellion Janes Place Director Marlene Oleksak and Fundraising Committee Chair Kirk McTaggart discuss the upcoming Teddy Bear Picnic Delfest Community Liaison Barb Buehl t...

Maryland Lt Governor Boyd Rutherford discusses being part of a Town Hall focused on the opioid epidemic. Rick Hamilton , Officer Jeremy Hedrick and Ben Brauer discuss the Prescribe Change 4 Miler and how to get involved. Catie Brenneman Program Coordinator for Healing Allegany with AHEC West talks about the Day of Access to Treatment on August 31. Dr. Matthew Simmons UPMC Western MD Vice President...

Mineral County Health Department Administrator AJ Root talks about the increase in COVID-19 cases in the county Hardy County Health Department Administrator Bill Our also discusses the rise in COVID-19 cases and the impact on Hardy County. Allegany Arts Council Executive Director Julie Westendorff talks about updating mask requirements for Arts Council events, providing grants for local projects a...

National Weather Service Meteorologist Chris Strong talks about the potential for heavy rainfall and flash flooding across the region. Joe Caporale and Kelly Moran with the Whiskey Rebellion discuss one of the featured businesses at the event the Bullshine Distillery with Wayne and Ken. Bill Atkinson Project Manager for the Canal Place River Park talks about the recently signed Memorandum of Under...

Google Tools Expert Charlotte Smith discusses Back to School trends and tech tools for parents and students. Allegany County Public Schools Superintendent Jeff Blank talks about the Reopening Schools plan updates including the new mask mandate and preparations for the upcoming school year. National Weather Service Meteorologist Austin Mansfield talks about the weather changes this week and how muc...

Ashley Swinford Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Allegany County Public Libraries discusses the new masking requirements and what's happening at the libraries. Misty Raines Executive Director CASA Serving Allegany and Washington Counties talks about the upcoming wine and beer festival. Julie Hilton organizer of a special Ride for Avery on Sept 11th discusses the event and how to get invo...

Tunnels to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Sillars discusses the Never Forget Walk and the parade happening in Cumberland tomorrow. National Weather Service Meteorologist Connor Belak talks about the current heat wave. VP of Credit Innovation at MPOWER Kin Chung discusses financing for higher education. Jennifer Brekke CEO with Scout and Tunnels to Towers Foundation member discusses the Never Forget...

Cumberland Mayor Ray Morriss gives an update on what's happening in Cumberland. Maryland Association of Boards of Education President and Allegany County Public Schools Board of Education member Tammy Fraley discusses how Allegany County compares to other counties across the state getting ready for the start of the school year and the plans for a special meeting of the AC BOE tomorrow. "All My Son...

Hampshire County Health Department Administrator Tamitha Wilkins talks about the rise in COVID-19 cases in the county and the importance of being vaccinated. Maryland District 1C Delegate Mike McKay discusses the announcement from District 1A Delegate Wendell Beitzel that he will not seek re-election. Allegany High School graduate Mitch Septoff talks about being selected for the Home Town Heroes o...

Delfest Community Liaison Barb Buehl talks about recent announcements from Delfest officials about plans for September. Becky McClarran with McClarran and Williams discusses the upcoming City Center Summer Celebration in Cumberland this weekend. Amy Ryan with 94.1 QZK talks about the We Are Fort Hill Committee luncheon.

Mary Anne Clendenin Executive Director of the WVDE TAC for Accessibility and Transitions discusses the new facility in Romney. Dr. Seema Bonney founder and medical director of the Anti-Aging and Longevity Center of Philadelphia has tips for immune health. Potomac State College of WVU Dean of Student Experiences Lucas Taylor talks about the plans for returning to campus in this fall. Amy Ryan with...

Vic Rezendes and Kelly Moran with the Whiskey Rebellion talk about the upcoming fundraiser for the Allegany Museum. Kim Rowley with the Cumberland Theatre discusses the upcoming performances of Moonlight and Magnolias. Hunter Sprinkles Store Manager at US Cellular in LaVale talks about the 5G and what is available in the region.

Maryland Department of Health Secretary Dennis Schrader discusses vaccination rates at nursing facilities and the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine with the rise in cases across the state. 6th District Congressman David Trone talks about legislation focused on the safe disposal of opioids that was signed into law. Allegany County Public Schools Superintendent Jeff Blank discusses the back to scho...

Mineral County Schools Superintendent Troy Ravenscroft talks about the reopening plan and the new school app. Hardy County Health Department Administrator Bill Ours discusses the increase in COVID-19 cases, the delta variant and the importance of getting vaccinated. Chairman and CEO of Tunnels to Towers Foundation Frank Siller talks about his journey and the foundation along with an event happenin...

Maryland State Police Crime Scene Technician Jenn Jeudy talks about the National Night Out activities planned at Bel Air Elementary this evening Allegany County Farmer's Market Manager Jamie Rice discusses National Farmer’s Market week. Amy Ryan with 94.1 QZK talks about the link between sleep and rude emails.

Katie Gattens organizer of a blood drive to honor Brenda Long talks about how folks can sign up for an appointment to donate. AHEC West Executive Director Susan Stewart discusses the services available for mothers struggling with addiction and for babies born drug affected. West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey talks about rejecting the Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy plan and cases working thr...

Dr. Dave Nelson who has been appointed as the next Director of the Appalachian Laboratory discusses his new position and what’s happening at the Appalachian Lab. La Tara Harris, regional director, AT&T External Affairs talks about the new FirstNet cell sites in Allegany County Humpy Dumpty Learning Center’s new director Tara McKinley discusses taking on the new role and current openings at the cen...

Mineral County Delegate and Speaker Pro Tempore Gary Howell discusses redistricting and how to get involved in the upcoming public meetings. Allegany College of Maryland School of Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts Program Director Deb Frank talks about the upcoming brewing operations certificate program and how to sig up. Allegany College of Maryland Director of Public Relations and Marketi...

Chelsie Dever, Overdose Response Program Coordinator at the Garrett County Health Department discusses how Garrett County is one of only a few counties in the state to see a decrease in opioid related overdose deaths. Ragina C. Ali Manager, Public & Government Affairs with AAA Mid-Atlantic talks about gas prices. Paula Lowery with Adult Services, Allegany County Department of Social Services discu...

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad Interim Executive Director Wes Heinz talks about some of the new opportunities being offered at the WMSRR. Webstaurant Store Support Team Manager Daniel Moore talks about their upcoming job fair. City of Cumberland Engineer Robert Smith discusses the CSX Transportation, Inc. (CSX) bridge that spans over Virginia Avenue. Amy Ryan with 94.1 QZK talks about the Tokyo...

America’s Got Talent winner Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. talks about getting his high school diploma and working with the West Virginia Department of Education to promote Adult Education. Mineral County Health Department Administrator AJ Root discusses the delta variant and the importance of the COVID-19 vaccine. Amy Ryan with 94.1 QZK talks bagels and the Tokyo Olympics.

Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration District 6 Office Community Relations Manager Shelley Miller discusses a school supply donation drive and how community members can help. Cintas Human Resources Manager Jennifer Howell talks about an upcoming job fair and how to apply. Allegany College of Maryland Nursing Program Director and Professor Rick Cooper discusses the exp...

Author Dr. Gail Gross, Ph. D., Ed. D., M.Ed., a member of the American Psychological Association discusses tips for helping support children in positive ways getting back to school and new routines. Amy Ryan with 94.1 talks about events with the F Club. Back The Blue event organizer Tanya Gomer talks about the upcoming event in Cumberland. U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen discusses the expanded Child...