Talkline | Aug. 19, 2026

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Remembering legend Willie Akers who died at the age of 89. Current Logan Basketball Coach Mark Hatcher shares his memories. We hear from Senator Justice about the Greenbrier. Attorney and FSU Professor Robert Bolton says there are other factors limiting court-appointed attorneys. ACLU-WV's Aubrey Sparks explains a coming lawsuit over the school-aid formula. Scott MacFarlane explains PA Gov. Josh Shapiro's data center restrictions.

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