WINA Morning News

Sam Sanders discussed the second meeting regarding the state of homelessness report, the free bridge encampment, the potential to open the low barrier shelter on Holiday drive immediately, collective bargaining and more.

UVA's tenth President discussed his listening tour, his initial goals for the University, why he took the position, a new strategic plan and more.

 The Associate Director of Development for UVA Health Children's Hospital joined the show to talk about the success of the Radiothon as day two began and the stories of triumph, generosity, and kindness during the effort. 

The Associate Director of Development for UVA Children's talks about all of the ways philanthropy supports the mission of the hospital to serve 138,000 patients a year, 60% of which need financial aid.

The Chair of the Albemarle County Republican Committee outlines why he always believed the Supreme Court would strike down the referendum, why he thinks the court waited until after the vote to decide the case and more.

Sally Hudson is a member of the Virginia Electoral Board, and she discussed the dynamics around the waiting game for a decision from the VA Supreme Court on the redistricting amendment.

The Jack Jouette Supervisor for Albemarle County discusses the budget process, options for housing affordability and increasing the housing supply.

WINA's Chief Real Estate Analyst, and President Emeritus of Howard Hannah Roy Wheeler Realty discussed the fact that there are options for housing affordability for the working and middle class in Charlottesville and Albemarle.

 Officer Deane discusses the recruitment and extensive training efforts of the Albemarle Police Department, highlighting the importance of an 11% pay raise for the starting salary and a $5,000 dollar signing bonus. 

John Bruggeman, a military veteran who is with the organization Live Free Together, talks about how their organization is running the 15th annual 4 our Freedom 5K on Saturday June 6th at Panorama Farms in Albemarle County.

The Philanthropy Director at the Center at Belvedere talks about the physiological and financial benefits of charitable giving, and financial education programs at the center that help you learn how to effectively use your retirement account in giving.

The Director of Communications for Albemarle County discusses the process for citizens to amend the comprehensive plan, sign on bonuses geared at recruiting law enforcement, rental tax incentives for developers and more.

The Director of the bi-annual Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival provides details for the family friendly event happening on Mother's Day weekend.

Charlottesville City Councilor Lloyd Snook discusses the state of homelessness report, the status of the low barrier shelter, an approval of a student housing development and the proposed 501 Cherry Avenue grocery store project.

The Fundraising and Events Manager at the Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA discussed their largest annual fundraising event, the Bow Wow walk, which is Saturday May 9th at the Boars Head Inn.

 Fire Marshall and Deputy Chief of the Charlottesville Fire Department Joe Phillips discussed the recruitment of women into the fire service as well as a new camp they have developed for young women and girls to learn about a career as first responder.  He also discussed the collaboration between local emergency response agencies. 

Tim Heaphy, a former federal prosecutor and general counsel at UVA breaks down all the dynamics around the decision facing the Virginia Supreme Court over the redistricting referrendum.

Scott Goodman, a local Charlottesville Attorney and WINA legal analyst breaks down the dynamics of the Virginia Supreme Court and what they are considering on the merits of the case around the redistricting referendum.  

Sebastian Tephanel, the Chapter Service Officer/Treasurer for the local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans or DAV, and Gary Becker, a member of the chapter and counselor discuss the important work of supporting all veterans in our community and more.

 WINA Chief Education Analyst and CEO of Clayborne Test Prep and Tutoring, Lee Elberson and Rachel McElroy, owner of Rachel McElroy Coaching and former special education teacher engage in a long form conversation regarding ways to help students manage their social -emotional health, and self-esteem amidst the pressure to perform academically and get into the college of their choice. 

The Executive Director of the Center at Belvedere discusses their new innovative speaker series geared at highlighting ways to improve muscle strength and bond density for better quality of life as we age.

WINA's Chief economic analyst, Dr. Edwin T. Burton, a professor of economics at UVA, discusses fuel prices, the burden on the middle class, interest rates, federal spending, property taxes and more.

Kate Kaminski, the Executive Director of the Albemarle County Police Foundation, and Eleanor Mower, the Executive Director of the Charlottesville Police Foundation, discuss the partnership with Tiger Fuel during the month of May to support their respective organizations.

Former Federal Prosecutor and General Counsel for the University of Virginia Tim Heaphy breaks down the legal questions surrounding the pending lawsuits before the Virginia Supreme Court regarding redistricting.

WINA Real Estate Analyst and President Emeritus of Howard Hannah Roy Wheeler Realty discusses innovative programming to help the middle class with housing affordability and more.

The Commonwealth's Attorney for Charlottesville discussed the recent high-speed chase and the status of the alleged assailant as well as proposed changes in probation law and prison sentences as well as SRO's.

 Dr. McCulloch is a pediatric cardiologist at UVA Children's Hospital, and he joined the show to discuss national donate life month, and the dynamics around pediatric organ donation and the difficult decisions that families face and 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.