WINA Morning News

Abbey Stumpf joined the show to provide an update on a change to pedestrian access at Darden Towe Park as a part of the Pantops Master Plan as well as updates on the priorities for the overall AC44 Comprehensive Plan including a discussion on managing growth and more.

Brian Hice with Albemarle Heating and Air and Plumbing and the President and CEO of Piedmont CASA joined the show to discuss the initiative geared at raising awareness and support for abused and neglected children.

We take a look at the top of the ticket with our political analyst Professor Mary Kate Cary as well as the 5th congressional district and more.

We continue the discussion about effective strategies to reduce crime and violence in our community by examining the concept presented by Executive Director of the Bridge Ministry Program and Training Facility William Washington in the Daily Progress op ed of separating incarceration and rehabilitation and the need for both.  During the discussion we also hear comments from Charlottesville Police Chief Michael Kochis and Commonwealth’s Attorney Joe Platania.

The founder of the Toy Lift Tom Powell and former UVA Women’s Basketball Coach Debbie Ryan go down memory lane in terms of their relationship with WINA.

One of the founding physicians of Camp Holiday trails recaps how the initiative started over 50 years ago and more.

Jill takes a look at the economic impact of open enrollment for health care, Medicare part D and more.

Mary Kate Cary, former speech writer for President George H.W. Bush, and professor of politics at UVA discusses her election 2024 class and the “closing arguments” for the Presidential Candidates.

The Vice Chair of the Albemarle School Board joined the show to discuss budget planning for capital projects and more.

John joined the show to preview the UVA Football match up with North Carolina.