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06/15/2026
One of West Virginia’s top economic development officials told lawmakers that 78 active deals have the potential to blossom.
Economic development official tells lawmakers of 78 possible deals - WV MetroNews Advanced manufacturing sector stands greatest chance of success, said Christina Davies, deputy secretary for economic development.
Salango Law Question of the Day: What's the best meal you've ever had in West Virginia?
👨🍳 Chef Paul Smith joins us to talk food and the state's growing culinary scene.
🎶 Michael Lipton shares stories from the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame.
🏈 Kevin Kinder from BlueGoldNews.com breaks down the latest WVU sports news and recruiting updates.
Food, music, sports, and plenty of fun—it's all on today's MetroNews Hotline.
Today on MetroNews Midday:
We're talking with guests from YakFest about one of West Virginia's most exciting outdoor events, plus Danny Jones joins the show for conversation and insight on what's happening around the Mountain State.
Tune in for community stories, outdoor adventure, and great discussion.
� Then at 2:33 PM, it's time for Open Line West Virginia! Dave is handing the show over to you, so hit him up with your calls at 800-765-8255 or texts at 304-TEXT-304 to talk about what's going on in your area or whatever is on your mind today.
06/15/2026
Following an audit’s findings, West Virginia’s jails commissioner says body cameras are a top priority although he acknowledged millions of dollars in up front costs.
Jails commissioner tells lawmakers that body cameras are a top priority - WV MetroNews Corrections Commissioner David Kelly linked an investment in body cameras for officers to the possibility of a reduction in litigation risks.
06/15/2026
Appalachian Power plans to upgrade three of its power plants with recent federal funding received from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Appalachian Power using federal funding for coal plant upgrades - WV MetroNews Appalachian Power President and CEO Brian Abraham said the company received $51 million to upgrade its Mitchell Plant in Marshall County.
06/15/2026
The USA Pro Road National Championships will return to the Capitol City this week.
USA Cycling Championships return to Charleston this week - WV MetroNews The events will be held Tuesday, June 16- Sunday, June 21
06/15/2026
The 2025 Father’s Day weekend flood remains clear in the minds of those who survived as their hearts break for those who didn’t.
Ohio County communities, Fairmont remember 2025 flood - WV MetroNews Two separate storm cells on consecutive days dumped record amounts of rain in one hour's time.
06/15/2026
The West Virginia National Guard’s Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy, North program graduated 85 cadets as part of Class 66 Friday.
WVNG Mountaineer ChalleNGe celebrates graduating cadets during ceremony Friday - WV MetroNews The ceremony was held in Kingwood
Today on MetroNews Talkline:
Hoppy Kercheval checks in from Omaha, while Fox News Radio correspondents Eben Brown and Jared Halpern bring the latest national headlines.
Brooke County Senator Ryan Weld joins us to discuss his new book, and U.S. Attorney Moore Capito talks about issues impacting the Southern District of West Virginia.
We'll also preview the North-South All-Star Game with co-director Shann Elkins.
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