Inside West Virginia Politics

It’s a special Labor Day edition on this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, where we’ll be talking with some labor leaders about their organizations, worker shortages, policy and the politics that affect laborers in West Virginia. First, we have Elaine Harris, international staff representative for the Communications Workers of America Unit 213 in Charleston, to discuss the shortage of corrections officers and staff in the state’s jail. Next, Josh Sword, president of the West Virginia AFL-CIO, stops by to discuss the labor movement and unions in the Mountain State. In our third segment, we hear from American Federation of Teachers-WV President Fred Albert on the “concerning” number of openings for teacher and support staff in the state and how the nationwide shortage is affecting West Virginia. In our final segment, we switch gears with CEO of the Mountaineer Food Bank Chad Morrison to talk about Hunger Action Month in September and the need to bring awareness to hunger and hunger relief in the

On this week’s edition of Inside West Virginia Politics, Attorney Teresa Toriseva of Toriseva Law joins us to discuss the fight for United States Marines and their families who became ill due to contaminated water in Camp Lejeune. Then, Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin and Kanawha County Commissioner by to talk about the newly-announced $80 million investment for the Capital Sports Complex, which will take the place of the old Macy’s store at the Charleston Town Center. We also take a stroll down memory lane with 13 News Reporter Nicky Walters to remember the Charleston Town Center Mall’s heyday!

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk with Director for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, Dr. Rahul Gupta on efforts across the country and the Mountain State to combat the opioid epidemic. We also talk with Delegate Ruth Rowan (R-Hampshire County) on changes in the state’s public education system and what that means for state education moving forward. Delegate Mike Pushkin (D-Kanawha County) also stops by to discuss Democrats’ requests to have abortion laws put on the ballot for West Virginians to vote on. Finally, we hear from Julie Palas from the West Virginia Women’s Commission on their Legacy Award for 11 women who are role models of their community.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — It’s all sponge cakes, strumming on a six-string and wasting away in Margaritaville on this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics. Before the Jimmy Buffett references, in Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to State Treasurer Riley Moore about how major financial institutions are boycotting the fossil fuel industries. State Director of the West Virginia AARP comes onto the show in Segment Two to talk about the Inflation Reduction Act and how it will impact West Virginia’s prescription drug prices. Principal at Logan Middle School, Brian Atkinson, talks to Mark Curtis in Segment Three about Logan Middle School being one of five National Model Middle Schools in America. We end today’s episode in Margaritaville with Robby Queen with the CAMC Foundation to talk about a Jimmy Buffett-themed fundraiser for CAMC and the CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital.

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis joins a variety of people talking about the special session, the opioid settlement and Boone Memorial Health. Segments One and Two discuss the special session. In Segment One, Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) joins us and in Segment Two, Del. Joey Garcia (D-Marion) joins us. The Lawyer in the Municipal Opioid Lawsuits, Attorney Rusty Webb joins us in Segment Three. We end today’s episode shifting gears from politics to health with Ray Harrell with Boone Memorial Health.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we are on the House floor discussing the abortion bill and the income tax cut bill. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Del. Marty Gearheart (R-Mercer). Segment Two brings Del. Doug Skaff (D-Kanawha, Minority Leader) and Segment Three has Del. John Hardy (R-Berkeley). We end today’s episode with Sec. of State Mac Warner (R-WV) talking about election security.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about Gov. Justice’s income tax cut proposal, goals for the West Virginia Democratic Party and the Charleston Police Department. In Segments One and Two, Mark Curtis talks to two people about Gov. Justice’s income tax cut proposal. We are joined by Secretary Dave Hardy with the West Virginia Department of Revenue in Segment One and Sean O’Leary, West Virginia for Budget and Policy, in Segment Two. Mark is joined by Charleston Police Department Chief James “Tyke” Hunt to talk about the Charleston Police Department Junior Police Academy. We end today’s episode with Del. Mike Pushkin, who recently became the Chairman for the West Virginia Democratic Party.

In this week's edition of Inside West Virginia Politics, we continue honoring the life and legacy of Hershel "Woody" Williams, the last surviving WWII Medal of Honor recipient, who died June 30, 2022.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses abortion and reproductive rights, the opioid lawsuit and veterans affairs. In Segment One, Mark talks to Huntington Mayor Steve Williams about the decision of the opioid lawsuit. Segments Two and Three bring in an individual from both sides on abortion and reproductive rights. Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) is in Segment Two and Delegate Kayla Young (D-Kanawha) in Segment Three. We end the episode with WV Department of Veterans Affairs Sec. Ted Diaz. Mark and Diaz talk about how the proposed cuts to West Virginia’s VA medical centers were dropped.

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis pays tribute to the life and legacy of a West Virginia icon, Woody Williams. In Segments One and Two, Mark looks back at the extraordinary life of Woody, 13 News anchor Lily Bradley joins him in the studio for Segment Two. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks to Ted Diaz, responding to the VA Medical cuts at three VA Medical Centers. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with Chief Judge Dan Greer discussing the new Intermediate Court of Appeals, which launches July 1. We'll talk about how it's all supposed to work, with what the public (and lawyers) need to know about procedures.

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses the Sternwheel Regata and a reunion at the old Charleston High School. In Segments One and Two, Mark talks about all things Regatta. Mayor Amy Goodwin and Regatta Chairman, and 13 News Meteorologist, Bryan Hughes talk about what we can expect at the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta this year. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks with Paul Creco about the food and beverage options at Regatta. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with Andy Richardson and discusses the reunion of the old Charleston Highschool alumni.

In Segment One, Mark sits down with congresswoman Carol Miller and talks about America's oil and gas industry, government spending, and more. In Segment Two, the Executive Director of the West Virginia Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Parents Network Marissa Sanders, joins us to talk about the new DHHR's new dashboard and foster parenting in general. In Segment Three, Glenville State University President Dr. Mark Manchin joins us to talk about education. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with Emmitt Pepper, a local lawyer who is focused on efficient energy in WV. He will be speaking at Public Servis Commission meetings in Charleston and Wheeling soon, in opposition to AEP rate increase requests

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses gun violence, gas prices, and the death of Deputy Sheriff Tom Baker. In Segment One, Mark sits down with Rodney Miller and talks about the death of Nicholas County Deputy Sheriff Tom Baker. In Segment Two, Green Power CEO joins us to talk about his company's move to West Virginia. In Segment Three, the Secretary of Economic Development joins us to talk about Green Power, Nucor Steel, and other economic development projects. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with (D) Jim Barach. We had his (R) opponent Chris Pritt on last week, so we give Barach equal opportunity.

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses gun violence, the opioid epidemic, and more. In Segment One, Mark sits down with Joe Manchin to discuss gun violence and the Senate's discussion on the issue. In Segment Two, Mark discusses guns with Republican Delegate Chris Pritt. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks with AG Patrick Morrisey about all things opioids. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with retired Lt. Colonel Brent Clark about a new veterans memorial in Mason County.

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren talk to guests about veterans, Andrea Kiessling, and health care. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Steve Halsted with the Mason County, WV Veteran’s Hospital about a new veterans memorial going up in Mason County. Ron Wroblewski calls in from Gallipolis to talk to Amanda Barren about the free Military and Veteran’s Appreciation Picnic. STAY IN THE KNOW : Sign up for the WOWK 13 News Daily Newsletter Former Republican Candidate for WV Senate District 8 Andrea Kiessling comes to talk to Mark in Segment Three about how votes for her and undervotes exceeded those for Mark Hunt for the 2022 Primary Election. We end today’s episode with Dr. Angie Settle with WV Health Right calling in to talk to Amanda about access to healthcare and the R.A.M. program

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses local Primary results, gas prices, and more. In Segment One and Two Mark Curtis discusses primary results with political analyst Tom Sussman, TSG Consulting. In Segment Three and Four, Mark Curtis talks business with Nora Myers, Executive Director of WV Women’s Business Center.

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, co-hosts Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren discuss the West Virginia primary election results. In Segment One, Mark Curtis sits down with political analyst Tom Sussman, TSD Consulting. In Segment Two, Amanda Barren speaks with Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams on their primary elections. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis discusses West Virginia Congressional results with political analyst and professor Robert Rupp. We end today’s episode with Amanda Barren sitting down with West Virginia House of Delegates candidate Dr. Sydnee Smirl McElroy.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, co-hosts Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren discuss a variety of topics including the Ohio and West Virginia primary elections, opioids and ALS advocacy. In Segments One and Two, Mark Curtis sits down with political analysts to discuss the primaries. In Segment One, Professor Robert Rupp, Political Analyst, is featured and in Segment Two, Tom Sussman, TSD Consulting, is featured. In Segment Three, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey gives an update on the opioid trials underway in West Virginia. We end today’s episode with Amanda Barren talking to Thurman Maynard about ALS and ALS advocacy.

On this episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk to a variety of people on topics including education, voting, organ donation and more. In Segment One, co-host Mark Curtis talks to Secretary of State Mac Warner (R-WV) about how early voting has impacted West Virginia. West Virginia State University President Ericke S. Cage talks to Mark about WVSU being named a Top 4 historically black college in Segment Two. Segment Three brings in 13 News Morning Anchors Lily Bradley and Hannah Goetz to talk to Cheryl King, West Virginia Community Outreach, and Tina Miller, whose husband donated organs through CORE, talk about organ donation as a part of National Donate Life Month. We end today’s episode with Mark talking to Lorrie Smith, West Virginia Jobs and Hope, about the Reentry and Recovery Works Conference coming up in Charleston.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, co-hosts Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren discuss a variety of topics including the 2022 World Cup, education and more! In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) about the $99 million settlement with Janssen Pharmaceuticals. In Segments Two and Three, we discuss the World Cup. Segment Two brings in Maj. Matt Walters, Army Interagency Training and Education Center, to talk to Amanda Barren about the International Technique and Expertise Exchange with the Qatari Military that the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security’s Emergency Management Division and the West Virginia National Guard held. Dr. William A. Minear II CPP, PPS, CEM, WVDHS EMD Chief talks to Amanda Barren about West Virginia’s role in the 2022 World Cup. We end today’s episode with Brian Atkinson, Principal at Logan Middle School, about Logan Middle School being named a National Model School.