MetroNews Midday
20 Seasons
Join Amanda Barren and Dave Allen for Midday, live weekdays from 12:06 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern on MetroNews Television. From the headlines shaping West Virginia to the national stories hitting close to home, Midday brings you timely news, engaging discussion, and a Mountain State perspective on the issues that matter.
Be part of the conversation with your questions, opinions, and experiences. Call or text 304-TALK-304, or call 1-800-765-TALK, to connect with Amanda and Dave.
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59:49Episode 1Jack Carlson & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 1
(7/31/26)
๐ Jack Carlson joins Dave for this weekโs Weekend Sports Blitz to give you the full rundown on all the big games and sports action you can watch or attend this weekend!๐๏ธ At 2:33 PM, the lines open up for Open Line West Virginia! Dave wants to hear from youโcall 800-765-8255 or text 3...
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(7/30/26) Remember back in the before times... Reds & Pirates played alot
Episode 2
๐ฌ Germain Lussier from Gizmodo joins Dave to break down the biggest new movies heading to the big screen this week.
๐ป Mountain Stage host Kathy Mattea stops by with the inside scoop on their upcoming live shows and the incredible lineup of musical guests set to perform.
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John Feteke, Moore Capito & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 3
๐ Mayor Joe Fekete drops by to talk with Dave about the upcoming Town of Man Street Fair! It's all happening this Friday, July 31, and Saturday, Aug. 1, featuring two full days of vendors, live entertainment, and fun family attractions in downtown Man.
โ๏ธ Then, U.S. Attorney for the Southern Dis... -
59:55Episode 4Woody Woods & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 4
๐ต Woody Woods from 107.3 The Beat joins Dave to chat all about the upcoming Woody Fest '26!
๐๏ธ At 2:33 PM, the lines open up for Open Line West Virginia! Dave wants to hear from youโcall 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to let him know whatโs happening in your neighborhood or share whatever is o... -
56:36Episode 5Jack Murphy & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 5
(7/28/26)
๐ฆ Jack Murphy joins Dave to talk about the WVRC Flood Relief event happening in Clarksburg to support those affected by the recent storms.
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, Open Line West Virginia kicks off! Call 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to let Dave know what's going on in your neighborhood... -
James Sanders, Rachelle Beatty, Rona & Open Line West Virignia
Episode 6
๐ฆ James Sanders, Rachelle Beatty, and Rona drop in to talk with Dave about the WVRC Flood Relief events in Morgantown and Martinsburg! They're collecting donations for our neighbors affected by last Tuesday's devastating floods in Weston and Buckhannon.
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Jeff Jenkins, Daniel Woods & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 7
๐ MetroNews News Director Jeff Jenkins joins Dave to share firsthand updates and what he's seeing on the ground during his visit to Buckhannon.
๐ Daniel Woods from MetroNews Sports stops by for the Weekend Sports Blitz with Dave to give you the full rundown on all the big games and sports action ... -
Steve Allen Adams, Ryan Nicholson & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 8
๐ง๏ธ Steve Allen Adams from Ogden Newspapers joins Dave to report on the recent flooding impacting the Sistersville area and areas around there.
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Rachelle Beatty, Robb Reel, Bryan Hughes & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 9
๐ฆ Rachelle Beatty and Robb Reel stop by to chat with Dave about the WVRC Media โFlood Relief Dropโ happening across all our stations! For the Charleston stations, the drop-off is set for Friday, July 24th from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM at 1111 Virginia St. E in Charleston. You can find full details on D...
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Bryan Hughes, Taylor Richmond & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 10
(7/21/26)
โ๏ธ MetroNews Meteorologist Bryan Hughes joins Dave to track the big storms currently moving through West Virginia.
๐น State Libertarian Party Chair Taylor Richmond stops in to talk with Dave about the party's thoughts on Flock cameras going up in Huntington and other cities across the st... -
Senator Patricia Rucker, Bryan Hughes & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 11
๐๏ธ State Senator Patricia Rucker stops by to talk with Dave about her latest Op-Ed and how every child in West Virginia can now sign up for the Hope Scholarship to get more flexibility in their education.
โ๏ธ MetroNews Meteorologist Bryan Hughes drops in with a crucial weather updateโwe could be f... -
59:58Episode 12Daniel Woods & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 12
(7/17/26)
๐ Daniel Woods joins Dave for the Weekend Sports Blitz to talk all things World Cup, the British Open, and NASCAR.
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59:29Episode 13Ashely Erwin & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 13
๐ฅ Concerned citizen Ashley Erwin stops by to talk with Dave about a local rehab facility in Williamson, WV.
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, the lines open up for Open Line West Virginia! Dave wants to hear from youโcall 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to let him know whatโs happening in your neighborhood ... -
Adam Krason, Jenn Wood & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 14
๐ข Adam Krason and Jen Wood from ZMM stop by to chat with Dave about their exciting new chapter: the official launch of the Aeterna Group!
๐๏ธ At 2:33 PM, the floor is yours for Open Line West Virginia! Call 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to catch up with Dave, share what you've been up to, or t... -
56:55Episode 15Kaity Dingess & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 15
๐๏ธ Kaity Dingess joins Dave to talk about the "Outsiders" at Chief Logan State Park.
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, the floor is yours for Open Line West Virginia! Call 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to catch up with Dave, share what you've been up to, or talk about whatever is on your mind today. -
59:58Episode 16Kristie Skidmore & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 16
๐ Kristie Skidmore, Co-President of Education West Virginia, stops by to talk with Dave about the current state of education across West Virginia and whatโs ahead for our schools.
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, the floor is yours for Open Line West Virginia! Call 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to catch ... -
(7/10/26) I'm going to guess you didn't get your walk in today.
Episode 17
๐บ Pat Strader stops by for another edition of #BeerFriday to chat with Dave about the absolute best brews to keep you cool while catching some sun this weekend.
๐ Jed Drenning, the WVU Football Radio Sideline Reporter, drops in to break down all the latest news, summer workouts, and everything y... -
56:37Episode 18Daniel Woods & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 18
(7/10/26)
๐ Daniel Woods joins Dave for the Weekend Sports Blitz to talk all things World Cup and break down the latest action from Major League Baseball.
๐๏ธ At 2:33 PM, the lines open up for you! Call 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK-304 to let Dave know what you've got planned or what's on your mi... -
1:00:01Episode 19Jay Silverman & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 19
๐ Jay Silverman from the Charleston Dirty Birds stops by to talk with Dave about the Pepperoni Roll Fest happening at GoMart Ballpark this Saturday, July 11, 2026. Gates and contest opens at 5:30pm. First pitch is at 6:35pm.
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, the mic is yours for Open Line West Virginia! Cal...
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59:52Episode 20Robbie Skinner & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 20
(7/8/26)
๐ข Buckhannon Mayor Robbie Skinner drops in to talk with Dave about the groundbreaking for the new 40,000-square-foot Integrated Health & Education Center. This massive project marks a huge investment in the long-term health, education, and economic future of the Buckhannon community.
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59:56Episode 21Jessica Dobrinsky & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 21
๐ Jessica Dobrinsky, Chief of Staff of the Cardinal Institute for West Virginia Policy, talks with Dave about a new paper titled "Certificate of Need and Post-Acute Care in West Virginia." They'll dive into how the state's Certificate of Need framework impacts healthcare access, competition, and ...
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59:55Episode 22Tony Hodge & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 22
๐ Tony Hodge stops by to chat with Dave about his brand-new book, "The Reversal: Reclaiming Christian Holiness in a Politicized Age."
๐๏ธ Then, at 2:33 PM, the airwaves belong to you for Open Line West Virginia! Give Dave a call at 800-765-8255 or send a text to 304-TALK-304 to let him know what y... -
57:24Episode 23Amy Goodwin & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 23
๐ก Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin visits Dave today to chat all about the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta and preview the packed lineup of events, concerts, and festivities happening around town.
๐๏ธ At 2:33 PM, the microphone shifts to you for Open Line West Virginiaโcall 800-765-8255 or text 304-TALK... -
David McCormick, George Pelletier & Open Line West Virginia
Episode 24
๐๏ธ Delegate David McCormick is joining Dave today to talk all about the brand-new Vaping Law that officially kicks in across the state today.
๐ป President of WVRC Media George Pelletier stops by to share some big news about a new agreement bringing the WVU Mountaineers to even more stations across...