On the Mark from Newsradio 1070 WKOK

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan are back together, hosting State Senator John Gordner (R-27th, Berwick) talking about the Governor's veto of high school sports legislation, other pending legislation, court fights, and other legislative issues. During open phones, we discussed the legacy of US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and the political fight regarding her replacement.

The complete WKOK On the Mark program with Ben Reichley and Chris Elio from Friday, September 18, 2020.

The complete WKOK On The Mark program with Joe McGranaghan and Chris Elio from Thursday, September 17, 2020.

David Richard, Ph. D., Susquehanna University Biology Professor, leader of the SU COVID-19 response team, on wastewater testing, COVID testing of students, and the student body’s reaction and compliance to the precautions and protocols. He’ll explain the months of meticulous planning, and execution of a massive, safety program.

The complete WKOK On the Mark program from Tuesday, 9/15/20 with Joe McGranaghan and Steve Kusheloff.

The complete WKOK On the Mark program from Monday, September 14th with Joe McGranaghan and Steve Kusheloff.

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host local community member Raven Rudnitsky, as we continue our series of conversations with informed people, on the topic of the presidential election. During open opens, a predominantly conservative audience pushed back against her remarks...she had some staunch defenders too.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host US Congressman Dan Meuser (R-9th, Dallas, Pa.) talking about his coronavirus experience, his support for President Donald John Trump, and Cong. Meuser's 'law and order' message. During open phones, we had a vibrant conversation about the advantages of the incumbent President vs. the challenger, former US Senator and former Vice President Joe Biden-the democra...

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley host Financial Friday with the Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce.   Robert Garrett, President and CEO Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce, talked about the latest jobless numbers, the local unemployment rates, the shining spots in the local economy, and why a lot of people can't and won't get a new job around here. Joe Petrucci, Pennsylvania S...

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan hosted Lewisburg resident Clair Moyer. Clair is a former GOP member, who is now an independent, ran for state house and some other offices, and who recently wrote a letter to the editor in support of President Trump. We continue to invite informed, advocates for the candidates to call our show. During open phones, we discussed the presidential election, WKOK's mis...

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan hosted local GOP stalwart and community leader John Meckley of Milton. John is not voting for Pres. Trump and he explained the various reason why Republicans should not worry about voting for Joe Biden or someone else. During open phones, we discussed the unrest in Portland and Kenosha, and other aspects of candidates and politics in the US right now.

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley hosted a call from John Shipman, who has been an outspoken advocate for 'Convention of States.'  We talked about the process, the resolution, and 'what I should do' to support the measure. It would limit the size of government, limit government spending and impose term limits on elected leaders. During open phones, we talked about President Donald Trump's remarks to...

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan argue about the Republican National Convention, the ethics of using the White House, specifically the Rose Garden, and having the US Secretary of State participate in a political event. We talked about Melania Trump's remarks, the MAGA hat wearing teen who was confronted by a Native American protester in Washington DC, and other topics.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Snyder County Commissioner Chairman Joe Kantz, and Snyder County Director of Elections Debbie Bilger, to discuss the safety, efficiency, and protections involved in running the presidential election. Then during open phones, we about the mail-in voting system, fraud, the US Postal Service and related topics.

State Representative Lynda Schlegel Culver on WKOK's On The Mark encouraging a timely start of the school year, fall sports, and addressing other pandemic related issues at the state capital.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host State Representative Lynda Schlegel Culver talking about the pandemic's impact on the start of school, fall sports and the $5B budget shortfall in Harrisburg. She talked about the unemployment compensation system and other topics. During open phones, we discussed the Democratic National Convention, were harshly rebuked for supporting Kamala Harris' anti-Catho...

Mark Lawrence and Ben Reichley discuss the COVID-19 impact on schools, and high school athletics.  Also, President Trump's actions regarding the US Postal Service, and Kamala Harris.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan wrap up Joe's retirement shortened week and argue about Christopher Columbus, VP Joe Biden, President Trump and Sen. Kamala Harris.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan host Dr. Mark DiRocco, Executive Director, PA Association of School Administrators, on the COVID-19 impact on schools. We discuss safety, academics, online education and athletics. During open phones, we talked about Sen. Kamala Harris is the ideal, or as some callers stated, less than ideal, candidate for Vice President.

Mark Lawrence and Joe McGranaghan argue about the opening of schools and the need for athletics at all.