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The Vice Mayor of Charlottesville, Natalie Oschirin joined the show to discuss appropriating money for capital projects in the city, highlight an important fiscal change in approach with the Charlottesville Redevelopment Housing Authority, as well as an update on the new 501 Cherry Avenue affordable housing development.
The President and CEO of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce discusses the state of business locally, public policy advocacy and much more.
Nikisha Woody and Kyle Ramey, the Client Success Manager and Development Manager, respectively for the Albemarle Housing Improvement Program joined the show to discuss the powerful stories of the individuals served by the nonprofit and how to support their mission.
Suzanne Herndon, with Albemarle County Fire Rescue discusses the graduation of 27 new recruits as well as what they have to go through to become a member of the department.
CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joined the WINA Morning News to discuss investor reactions in the stock market to the war in Iran, as well as reactions to fuel prices and more.
Chief Marketing Officer Jen Downs and Development Director Ophelia Lenz joined the show to talk about the remarkable work of the local nonprofit and the 25th annual 5K fundraiser being held on May 9th.
Dr. Kate Acuff is the Jack Jouette representative of the Albemarle County School Board, and she joined the show to discuss budget adjustments for the schools, special education, capital projects and much more.
The Executive Director of the Commonwealth Justice Coalition joined the show to discuss the thought process behind 12 local advocacy organizations opposing SRO’s in city schools and more.
Chief Kochis discussed the apprehension of a violent offender from a crime on the downtown mall, national perceptions of police versus the local reality, mental health support for officers and more.
The Samuel Miller District Representative joined the program to discuss the decision on the proposed car tax increase, the comprehensive plan and the affordable housing investment fund.