The Morningline

Jay White from Old City Cemetery joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about their upcoming events, keeping record of the city, hosting weddings, and more.

Former GOP Candidate and Current Independent Candidate for Lynchburg City Council, James Watkins, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his reaction to the RPV throwing out the results of the GOP Firehouse Primary, why he's still choosing to run in November, will he stay involved in local politics if he wins or loses, is he worried about a split vote, is Zach Melder a good choice for the LRCC Chair, who he'll be campaigning against in November, and more.

Maria Forbes and Zac Cribben from Bon Air Jet join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about how they got into flying, the different certificates people can get, Medivac and Charter flights, why people should consider Bon Air Flight School, Discovery Flights, and more.

Dr. Ben Ferry from Collaborative Health Sports Medicine joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the World Cup, the importance of balance as we age, things people can do to help with balance, warning signs to look out for, and more.

Economic Authority Director for Amherst County, Lori Saunders, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about speculation about data centers coming to Amherst County, has the county been approached by data centers, the county having to sign NDAs, doing due diligence, has the opposition to data centers been surprising, and more.

Delegate Wendell Walker joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about Zach Melder becoming the new chair of the LRCC, the passing of the state budget and why he voted against it, data centers and new taxes, marijuana retail stores, and more.

Dr. M. from Forest Wellness MD joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about her recent trip to India, testosterone, levels going down in people, signs of low testosterone, weight loss and how it works with testosterone, HCG, and more.

Michael and Cheyenne from Joe Beans Express Espresso join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about their 4th of July deals next week, their Coffee for a Cause partner for June and July, new items on the menu, and more.

Pastor Jonathan Falwell and Adam Lancaster join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the 70th anniversary of Thomas Road Baptist Church, Celebrate America this weekend, the new music program this year, collaborating with the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra, and more.

Mike Mayo joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about "Pressure" and "Ike: Countdown to D-Day".

Lynchburg City Councilwoman, Stephanie Reed, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the Republican Party of Virginia throwing out the results of the Lynchburg GOP Firehouse Primary, which appeals of the Primary she was apart of, is she worried about a vote split in November, can Republicans come together, her thoughts on finishing sixth in the Primary, personal attacks on her, and more.

Karl Miller from Karl Miller Realty joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about being halfway through 2026, septic system issues, more options for buyers in the market right now, new laws about mobile homes, and more.

New Chairman of the Lynchburg Republican City Committee, Zach Melder, joins Brian and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about working to bring together Lynchburg Republicans, what the next steps for the LRCC are, is there a worry about splitting the vote in November, and more.

Fox News Correspondent, Jonathan Savage, joins Brian and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about the latest on the peace deal between the US and Iran, are Israel and Hezbollah going to be covered in the deal, is there still money in the deal for Iran, what's going to happen with Iran's nuclear program, and more.

Liberty University Professor of Government, Aaron Van Allen, joins Brian and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about the House and Senate passing the state budget, did Louise Lucas still end up winning in the end, who's going to be on the local ballots, how local Republicans avoid a vote split in November, and more.

Brian Kilmeade, the Host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, joins Brian and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about the latest on the Peace Deal between the US and Iran, the World Cup, his excitement level for Team USA, and more.

Mark Dalton from Terry Volkswagen Subaru joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the progress of the building for the new Volkswagen dealership, leasing vehicles, current specials on Volkswagens and Subarus, and more.

Talea Teasley from Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about their upcoming events including "1776: The Musical" and their Independence Day Celebration, and more.

Jason Owens from Beacon Credit Union joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the difference between a credit union and a traditional bank, programs they offer, working with nonprofits, how technology has changed over the years, protecting their members, and more.

State Senator Mark Peake joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the RPV throwing out the results of the Lynchburg GOP Firehouse Primary, who makes up the RPV, the Democrats' battle over the state budget, retail sales of marijuana being included in the budget, and more.

Colt "The Bolt" Elder joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his second season on NBC's "American Ninja Warrior", changing from Ninja Nuggets and Quack Snacks, his performance in the quarterfinals, the training that he does for American Ninja Warrior, and more.

Private Pilot, Brad Schenker, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his arrest and imprisonment in Guinea, his experience in a Guinea prison, how he got released, and more.

Former Lynchburg City Councilman and LRCC Official, Jeff Helgeson, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his thoughts on the Republican Party of Virginia throwing out the results of the Lynchburg GOP Firehouse Primary, accepting a ballot by email, why certain provisional ballots weren't accepted, is there a Civil War between Lynchburg Republicans, and more.

Tracey Moore from Bella Vista Travel Collection joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about how Bella Vista helps plan your next vacation, trending travel locations, the difference between group travel and charters, the Bella Vista Travel Lounge, and more.

Mike Mayo joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about classic Jack Nicholson movies including "Batman" and "The Witches of Eastwick", as well as buying better equipment for better picture quality.

Lynchburg City Councilman, Chris Faraldi, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the Republican Party of Virginia throwing out the results of the Lynchburg Republican Firehouse Primary, why he supports the decision, the things he thinks the LRCC did wrong, continued turmoil on City Council, and more.

Dr. Ben Ferry from Collaborative Health Sports Medicine joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about sports myths like muscles being sore after a workout, cracking your knuckles, stretching and flexibility as you age, and more.

Lori from Forest Presbyterian Church talks about their upcoming yard sale to support upgrades to their community playground.Brenda Stratton with the Concord Rescue Squad talks about their upcoming 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and the following parade and lunch later in the day.

Jeff Ryer, the Head of the Republican Party of Virginia, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about why the RPV chose to throw out the results of the Lynchburg Firehouse Primary, the infractions committed during the primary, will this decision hand seats on Lynchburg City Council to Democrats, were ballots received by email, why the RPV commended Doc Troxel, the future of the LRCC, and more.

Liberty University Professor of Government, Aaron Van Allen, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the Republican Party of Virginia throwing out the results of the Lynchburg Firehouse Primary, will any court hear a follow up lawsuit, the censure of Jeff Helgeson, has this been a long time coming between the LRCC and State Party, and more.

Brian Kilmeade, the Host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the outline of the peace deal between the US and Iran, the midterm elections, the World Cup, the New York Knicks winning the NBA Finals, and more.

Josh and Laura Mills from Mills Heating & Air Conditioning join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about whole home generators for the summer, humidifiers, importance of setting your thermostats when going on vacation, benefits of being in the Comfort Club, and more.

Recent Jefferson Forest High School Graduates, Phillip Thane and Maahi Shuh, join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about what they were involved in during high school, Sabre, where they are going to college, winning the Forest Rotary Club Scholarship, and more.

State Senator Mark Peake joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the RPV hearing the appeals on the Lynchburg Firehouse Primary on Saturday, the continued battle over the state budget, the problem with Louise Lucas, pushback on Governor Spanberger, and more.

Rich Gilman from Day Law Group joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the legal aspect of Virginia's new gun laws, can localities choose to not prosecute certain laws, and more.

Nick Kessler from Kubota of Lynchburg joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about Root Beer Float Friday, the St. Jude Dream Home, financing rebates on Construction Equipment, and more.

Fox News Correspondent, Eben Brown, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the announcement of the Artemis III Mission, the duration of the mission, does the recent explosion of the Blue Origin rocket effect the timing of the mission, and more.

AJ Owen from Central Technology Solutions and Michelle and Claire from the Lynchburg Humane Society join Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about how working with CTS has helped keep the staff and animals safe, the programs that are offered at the Humane Society, their Capital Campaign Project for a new veterinary clinic, being a no kill shelter, and more.

Mike Mayo joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about "Talladega Nights" and "Clueless" which are reentering theaters this summer.

David Farris from Sedalia Center joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the 30th Annual Doc McCabe Bluegrass Festival, their lineup of performances, and how to get tickets.Patrick Earl and Heather Eisenhart from Endstation Theatre join the show to talk about the 2nd Annual Fringe Festival, the world premiere of "Good Birth", other productions including "No Spring Chicken" and "The Merry Wives of Lynchburg", and more.Plug Away Monday is brought to you by Gentry Locke Attorneys.

Ashleigh Meyer from the Lynchburg Historical Foundation joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the upcoming Bateau Festival, the significance of the bateau, what happens to the boats once they get to Richmond, the level of the James River, the new book "A Good & Present Company: Lives & Legacies of Central Virginia 1776-2026", the stories featured in the book, and more.

Liberty University Professor of Government, Aaron Van Allen, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the LRCC Firehouse Primary being appealed, Louise Lucas on tax breaks for data centers, will a state budget be passed by or before July 1st, and more.

Brian Kilmeade, the Host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the latest in the US war with Iran, can the Republicans keep control of the House, excitement for sports this summer, and more.

Former Lynchburg City Councilman and LRCC Official, Jeff Helgeson, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the LRCC Firehouse Primary, a controversial sign that was seen outside of the polling place, were there any conflicts of interests, with the Attorney General bring them to court, and more.

State Senator Mark Peake joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about the Lynchburg Firehouse Primary being appealed to the RPV, what the state central committee could decide to do, is Attorney General Jay Jones going to get involved, his thoughts on Flock Cameras, and more.

Lynchburg Vice Mayor, Curt Diemer, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his concerns with the Lynchburg Police Department's use of Flock Cameras, privacy issues, other localities opting out of Flock, the Gunshot Detection System, and more.

Local Resident, Craig Miller, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about his battle with Stage 4 colon cancer, running the 2026 Sydney Marathon, running for Endure to Cure Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and more.

Amherst County Supervisor, Claudia Tucker, joins Mari and Brian on The Morningline to talk about yesterday's Board of Supervisors Meeting, data centers in Amherst County, the Dillard Tract Property, water and energy usage, how data centers could benefit the county, and more.

Traci Blido, the Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board, joins Mari and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about Centra laying off 90 employees, the positions that were let go, how they are helping the laid off employees, services that they offer, and more.

Traci Blido, the Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board, joins Mari and Anthony on The Morningline to talk about Centra laying off 90 employees, the positions that were let go, how they are helping the laid off employees, services that they offer, and more.