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Live from West Virginia’s Capital City, with stories from every corner of the Mountain State. From Noon to 3 p.m., MetroNews Midday connects West Virginians with the news that matters most — hosted by 13 News and Tonight Live anchor Amanda Barren and Dave Allen of MetroNews. Amanda and Dave deliver up-to-the-minute headlines and breaking news while amplifying voices from around the state through insightful interviews and real-time conversation. 📺 Watch Hour 3 live on any device with MetroNews TV 📱 Join the conversation by texting 304-TALK-304 or call 800-765-TALK  With featured segments like...

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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MetroNews Midday Friday May 8, 2026 Hour 3 08.05.2026

⚾ Daniel Woods is are 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...

MetroNews Midday Friday May 8, 2026 Hour 2 08.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Mike Acure, owner of Dairy Creme Corner in Fairmont, our Lunch Spot for this week, Rachelle Beatty, Lisa Sutton, and Mark Curtis.

MetroNews Midday Friday May 8, 2026 Hour 1 08.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows, and Deb Rusnack.

MetroNews Midday Wednesday May 6, 2026 Hour 3 06.05.2026

🗣️ Kanawha County Commission President Ben Salango joins Dave to talk about the criticism the commission faced over how John Lucas’ death investigation was handled at last night’s meeting. 📞 Then at 2:33 PM, Open Line West Virginia hands you the mic—give Dave a call at 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to share what’s on your mind.

MetroNews Midday Wednesday May 6, 2026 Hour 2 06.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Burke Allen & Rick Handley.

MetroNews Midday Wednesday May 6, 2026 Hour 1 06.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows, Senator Amy Grady, David Rosier, Molly Pope, and Forest Clevenger.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday May 5, 2026 Hour 3 05.05.2026

🐾 Carey Thiel is joining Dave to discuss the federal push to end Greyhound racing right here in West Virginia. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , it’s time for Open Line West Virginia ! The floor is yours—give Dave a call at 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to let him know what’s on your mind.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday May 5, 2026 Hour 2 05.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jed Smith, Paul Witt, Jeff Jenkins and Brad Howe.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday May 5, 2026 Hour 1 05.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, Hoppy Kercheval, Delegate Shawn Fluharty and Terry Fletcher.

MetroNews Midday Monday May 4, 2026 Hour 3 04.05.2026

🗳️ Dr. Steven Eshenaur is stopping in to chat with Dave about some of the negative campaigning that's been going on lately. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , it’s your turn to take over the mic for Open Line West Virginia ! Give Dave a call at 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to share whatever’s been on your mind today.

MetroNews Midday Monday May 4, 2026 Hour 2 04.05.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Sophia Wigel, Brad McElhinny and Steve Day.

MetroNews Midday Monday May 4, 2026 Hour 1 04.05.2026

Amand and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, TJ Meadows, Chief Scott Dempsey and Larry McCloy.

MetroNews Midday Friday May 1, 2026 Hour 3 01.05.2026

Dave Allen is joined by Jack Carlson for the Weekend Sports Blitz, plus your calls and texts on Open Line WV.

MetroNews Midday Friday May 1, 2026 Hour 2 01.05.2026

Dave Allen talks with Ariel Barcenas and Shawn Schulenberg with Nomada Bakery, this week's Lunch Spot, Bryan Hughes talks about the weather, Dave Lavender with Apprenticeships and Film for the West Virginia Division of Economic Development, and Mark Curtis with his political commentary.

MetroNews Midday Friday May 1, 2026 Hour 1 01.05.2026

Dave Allen talks with Jeff Jenkins about local news including a bizarre armed robbery, TJ Meadows and Kayla Young talk about nasty campaign ads for the May Primary, and Burke Allen discusses the general media landscape in America.

MetroNews Midday Thursday April 30, 2026 Hour 3 30.04.2026

⚖️ Supreme Court Justice Gerald Titus is stopping by to talk with Dave about his run for the Supreme Court. He’ll be diving into his background on the bench and what he’s hoping to accomplish if he's re-elected. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM , it's time for Open Line West Virginia . Call Dave at 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to share whatever's on your mind today!

MetroNews Midday Thursday April 30, 2026 Hour 2 30.04.2026

Dave talks with Clayburne Stevens, Steven Allen Adams, and Brent Walker.

MetroNews Midday Thursday April 30, 2026 Hour 1 30.04.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, Hoppy Kercheval, Joe Moritz and Attoney General JB McCusky.

MetroNews Midday Wednesday April 29, 2026 Hour 3 29.04.2026

🎓 John Waltz from WV Wesleyan is stopping by to chat with Dave about the 2026 West Virginia Scholar Program . If you're planning to apply, don't wait—the deadline is coming up this Sunday, May 3rd ! ❤️ Pam King and Cheryl King are dropping in to talk about Pam’s journey as a living donor . Cheryl will also be sharing details on how you can sign up to be an organ donor yourself. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM...

MetroNews Midday Wednesday April 29, 2026 Hour 2 29.04.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Luke Wiggs, and Secretary of State Kris Warner.

MetroNews Midday Wednesday April 29, 2026 Hour 1 29.04.2026

Amanda and Dave talked with Jeff Jenkins, Chris Lawrence, TJ Meadows, and Scott Summers.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday April 28, 2026 Hour 1 29.04.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Jeff Jenkins, Dave Weekley, and Steve Day.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday April 28, 2026 Hour 3 28.04.2026

🇺🇸 Tom Willis, who’s running for the US Senate, is stopping by to chat with Dave about why he’s jumping into the race and what he’s looking to get done for the state. ☎️ Then at 2:33 PM, the mic is all yours for Open Line West Virginia. Give Dave a call at 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to share whatever is on your mind today.

MetroNews Midday Tuesday April 28, 2026 Hour 2 28.04.2026

Amanda and Dave talk with Criss McCauley, Donna Dehart and Brad Reed.

MetroNews Midday Monday April 27, 2026 Hour 3 27.04.2026

⛏️ Gary Corns from Clinch Resources is stopping by to chat with Dave about the new Lane Branch Surface Mine . Work has officially launched and they expect to start shipping coal this May. They’ve already filled the first shift, but they’re hiring right now for other positions as they ramp up production! 🎤 Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin is stopping by to chat with Dave about the official musical lin...

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