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Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he breaks down what is at stake with Issue 1 in Ohio, which would replace the 7-politician commission in charge of Ohio's redistricting process with a 15-voter committee. Dave also discusses the day's commentary from Hoppy Kercheval on the history, pros and cons of early voting in West Virgina and talks about a couple events happening in th...

Tom Susman talks with House of Delegates member Jonathan Pinson (R-Mason) about measures the West Virginia Legislature is looking to take to protect kids at school. Tom also catches up with West Virginia Democratic Party candidate for Governor Steve Williams about how the race is progressing and his upcoming gubernatorial debate with Republican candidate Patrick Morrisey in Fairmont.

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he discusses Amendment 1 on the West Virginia Ballot, the Protection of Persons Against Medically Assisted Suicide, as well as organizations that support and oppose it, and the commentary Hoppy Kercheval posted at wvmetronews.com on the issue. Dave also discusses his recent trip to Clay County, WV, to experience the rail bikes on an old rai...

Tom Susman talks with Jackson County Clerk Christina Gossett about the county's preparations for early voting, which will being in West Virginia on Wednesday. Tom then has a report of Friday afternoon's homecoming activities at Ravenswood High.

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he discusses the opening of Par Mar's new truckstop in Mineral Wells, a Mason County man wanted for kidnapping arrested Wednesday night and now faces more charges after being caught in possession of suspected meth, and West Virginia Secretary of Economic Development Mitch Carmichael stepping down from his position. Dave then chats with WMOV...

Par Mar held the grand opening of their new 24/7 truck stop in Mineral Wells on Thursday. Tom Susman spoke with Par Mar President Brian Waugh and Community Relations Manager Dave Allen about the facility and the IHOP reastaurant at the truck stop that will open next week. Joe Stevens has his weekly conversation with West Virginia State University Agriculture Specialist John David Johnson. This wee...

Par Mar opened anew truck stoop at Mineral Wells on I-77 and next week at the same location they will open a I-HOP. Tom Susman talks with Brian Waugh, President of Par Mar and Dave Allen who also works witrh Par Mar. The cut the riubbom today on the location

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he discusses a story from wvmetronews.com on West Virginia Governor Jim Justice encouraging the next governor to give state employees pay raises to offset rising PEIA costs. Dave then gives a commentary encouraging the next governor and the legislature to work towards finding a permanent funding stream for PEIA instead of continued pay rais...

Tom Susman speaks with S. Marshall Wilson, a former member of the West Virginia House of Delegates who is running for Governor as a member of the Constitution Party. They discuss the party's background and platform. Joe Stevens chats with Samantha McConaha, a volunteer with Main Street Ripley, about some upcoming movies at the Alpine Theater.

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, Dave discusses the latest news on the Greenbrier Hotel Corporation, owned by West Virginia Governor Jim Justice and his family, satisfying their debt with Beltway Capital. Dave also shares interviews with Ripley High Volleyball Coach Tabby Craddock and player Addyson Taylor after the team's 3-2 win over St. Albans on Tuesday night. Michael...

Tom Susman has a conversation with Dr. Yuna Farah-Peterson of Rivers Health about the new wound care clinic the center has opened. Tom also talks with Wes Harris about a coal mine display he has opened at the West Virginia Artisan's Market in Millwood.

With three weeks left before Election Day, early voting underway in Ohio and early voting starting next Wednesday in West Virginia, Dave Miller takes a look at the candidates and issues on the ballot this year. Dave also discusses the third annual Farmers Feed Growing Deer to the Max seminar happening Tuesday night in Ripley.

Tom Susman speaks with Cinda Francis of Farmer's Feed of Ripley about a seminar they are holding on Tuesday evening about feeding deer and keeping the deer population healthy for future hunting seasons. Tom also talks with Shari Leavitt, owner of the West Virginia Artisan Market, about the grand re-opening of the market in its new location in Fairplain.

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he discusses the breaking news of a police pursuit and manhunt for two people in Mason County that happened earlier Monday morning and ending with both in custody. Dave also discusses his recent trip to Buckhannon and Weston. And Tom Susman calls in from the Grand Re-Opening of the West Virginia Artisan Market at their new location in Fairp...

Tom Susman has an extended conversation with US Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) about the severe drought our area experienced this summer, as well as the hurricanes the have taken a toll in portions of the country this month.

It's the 250th annivesary of the Battle of Point Pleasant, and the city is celebrating in a big way. Tom Susman spoke with a few of the organizers for this year's event. Joe Stevens has his weekly chat with John David Johnson, Agriculture Specialist at West Virginia State University. This week, they talk about field dressing game during the hunting season.

Dave Miller chats with Ripley Mayor Carolyn Rader about the unveiling of a new mural in the city on Friday, as well as preparations for the city's Spooktacular on October 26 and the city's Veterans Day festivities. Dave also talks about the news of the Greenbrier Hotel being put up for auction again after a default by the hotel's owners, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice and his family.

Tom Susman speaks with Lora Lynn Snow, director of the Ariel Opera House in Gallipolis, about an upcoming show they are hosting on Saturday. Joe Stevens has his weekly conversation with Kelley Adcock of Main Street Ripley, about some upcoming events in Ripley and plans to reschedule the Holly Forbes concert that was cancelled this past weekend.

Tom Susman has a conversation with Dennis Harmison and Andy Richardson with Bankers Life about the Medicare Open Enrollment period that is underway now through December 7. Dave Miller discusses some local events happening over the course of the next week and remembers legendary local news anchor Jack Kane, who passed away Tuesday night.

Tom Susman talks with West Virginia Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt about how and why he convinced Governor Jim Justice to put before the Legislature a bill to provide $10 million for drought relief for farmers and producers after this summer's exceptional drought.

Dave Miller hosts the Final Cup on WMOV. In this episode, he discusses breaking news of the I-77 northbound exit ramp at Ravenswood being shut down due to a hazmat situation, Governor Jim Justice putting an item before the legislature for a 2% income tax reduction instead of the 5% he pushed for earlier this year, and we hear comments from new Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona's introductory...

Tom Susman catches up with West Virginia House of Delegates member Jim Butler (R-Mason) about the special session of the legislature. Tom also chats with Chef Paul Smith about a new program in West Virginia designed to help train people to work in the restaurant industry.

Dave Miller talks with Angie Jones of the Meigs County Board of Elections Office and Eric Whitt of the Gallia County Board of Elections Office about the Monday deadline to register to vote in Ohio in the General Election and start of early voting in the Buckeye State on Tuesday. Dave then discusses a story from West Virginia Watch about the WV Public Service Commission a public comment period rega...

Friday was National Manufacturing Day and Timet, the company building a new titanium plant in Jackson County, held a STEM Day at Cottageville Elementary School. Tom Susman was there and spoke with a few of the participants. Tom also has a chat with Wahama High golf coach Randy Pierce about the White Falcons returning to the WVSSAC State Golf Tournament.

Dave Miller has another 'What's for Breakfast?' segment with Ben Smith of Smith Grain and Cattle. This week, they discuss SGC's home delivery and new 25 lbs. for $100 deal. Dave then talks Ripley High volleyball with coach Tabby Craddock and player Chloe Carpenter after the team's Thursday night win at home over Sissonville. And Dave chats with Heath Bloxton about tonight's Ravenswood-Ritchie Coun...