WINA Morning News
The latest in local and national news, sports, politics, business, and pop culture-straight from the mouths of the newsmakers. WINA’s Morning News with Jay James has everything you need to know to start your day. Broadcast live on weekdays from 6am-9am on News Radio 98.9 and AM 1070 WINA.
Libby Jones
Abbey Stumpf
Emma Bogle and Nick Rogers
Marketing and Communications Manager for Tiger Wash and Tiger Solar Emma Bogle, and Operations Director for Tiger Wash Nick Rogers discussed a very special free car wash event happening in Ruckersville on June 24th.
Lo Davis
The Executive Director of the Cav Futures foundation talked about the process of how student athletes at UVA are engaging in philanthropy and he highlighted one impactful nonprofit Camp Holiday Trails.
Desmond Glenn
The Community Care Pastor at Portico Church, Desmond Glenn, discussed a major unity event happening on Saturday June 27th at Washington Park called 'Day of Healing'. Twelve local churches are partnering for the event.
Jonathan Drolshagen
The General Manager of the Ting Pavillion previews the second half of the Fridays After Five season which begins Friday July 3rd, for the 50th anniversary of the downtown mall.
Marshall Lemert
Cville RIght Now Contributor Marshall Lemert discussed his new podcast that is geared at promoting objective political discourse through honest conversations with a plethora of guests from all walks of life. The podcast is called the Forum.
Michael Guthrie
WINA's Chief Real Estate Analyst, the President Emeritus of Howard Hannah Roy Wheeler Realty, discussed the new housing fund proposal for Albemarle County employees, how to help the middle class in this real estate market and much more.
Chief Michael Kochis
Ned Gallaway
The Chair of the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors discussed appropriating funds from the Albemarle Housing Investment Fund for down payment and rental assistance for county employees, how that plays into the competitive compensation market and the need for transportation projects with two new roundabouts scheduled in the urban ring.
Ed Burton
Abbey Stumpf
Advanced Pain Management of VA Podcast with Dr. Scott Wagner - June 17th, 2026
Dr. Scott Wagner, owner of Advanced Pain Management of Virginia in Charlottesville, discussed the importance of patient education, the difference between treating acute injuries and chronic pain, stem cell treatments and how they can impact degenerative back pain, the importance of following a plan to overcome chronic pain and inflammation and much more.
Dr. Randy Ramcharitar
Dr. Randy Ramcharitar is a vascular specialist in the Cardiovascular Medicine Department of the UVA Health System, and he discussed symptoms, treatment and research advancement in vascular disorders and more.
Natalie Oschirin
Charlottesville's Vice Mayor discussed the recently approved plan to improve pedestrian and bike access at one of the busiest Charlottesville intersections at Ridge McNtire and West Main Street, plus an increase in utility rates and more.
Chamber Live with Andrea Copeland
The President and CEO of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce discussed the recent State of the Chamber event, the state of business in the local economy, the latest retail sales report, the 50-year anniversary celebration of the downtown mall.
AHIP Impact Update with Kristen Szakos and Felice Bolling-Key
Development Director Kathryn Kieffer as well as board members Kristen Szakos (vice chair) Felice Bolling-Key discussed the impacts of the nonprofit organization on preserving home ownership in our community and debunking myths that have blocked some from benefitting from the free services. They also announced a new partnership with Charlottesville Social Services to identify those in our community who need HVAC repairs.
Shawn Maddux
Albemarle Fire Rescue Fire Marshall and Deputy Chief Shawn Maddux discussed the importance of firework safety and the difference between legal and illegal fireworks in the jurisdiction.
Todd Archer
One of the automotive pros at Bob's Wheel Alignment, Todd Archer talked about the importance of state inspections, avoiding the ticket from the state police and hidden issues with your car that can be revealed during a routine inspection.
Tim Heaphy
WINA Chief Legal Analyst Tim Heaphy discussed the situation around the lawsuit against the NCAA involving Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who has admitted to gambling on college football but was granted an injunction against the NCAA to continue playing college football.
Kate Acuff
The Jack Jouette representative to the Albemarle County School Board discussed the difficult circumstances facing the division regarding lack of parental trust, issues in communication and the impending leadership change in the superintendent's office.
Johnny Switzer
The Emergency Management Coordinator for Albemarle County provided detail on safety procedures in the extreme heat and the protocol for cooling centers to be established and more.
July 4th Fireworks at Tonsler Park
Charlottesville Police Chief Michael Kochis, Dr. Wes Bellamy and Nick Feggans aka DJ Runway discussed the big July 4th event at Tonsler park to promote unity in the community with fireworks, food trucks, basketball, music and more.
Ed Burton
Melanie Benjamin
The Executive Director of the Center at Belvedere discussed the importance of music in healthy aging and the exciting free concerts that are taking place in the month of June at the Center featuring gospel, jazz and more.
Neil Williamson
The President and CEO of the Free Enterprise Forum, who is one of the "Smart Guys" in terms of civic engagement in our community discussed a major land purchase in Nelson County geared at economic development, building inspection issues in the Charlottesville government and recent collaborative trip to Chapel Hill NC as a part of the Chamber of Commerce and the ongoing "growth" conversation in Albemarle.
Addictive Behavior in College Athletics
Morning News takes a look at a high-profile case of a college quarterback with a gambling addiction and whether or not he is getting the help and support he needs, even though he's getting what he wants.
Sam Sanders
Charlottesville's City Manager provided an update on the homeless encampment at Free Bridge, the plans for the low barrier shelter including the potential for the city to staff it, conversations with the business community, the relationship with UVA and Albemarle County and more.
Matthew Tennant
The Senior Minister of University Baptist Church discussed being open to extending services to the unhoused year-round at their building, interpreting world events, looking for the good and misconceptions about pastors.
Dave Shreve
Local economist Dave Shreve discussed data centers and whether they are necessary as well as the government's role in housing affordability and much more.
ACPD Sergeant Turner Lowery
Price Thomas
Ann Mallek
Mark Lorenzoni
Ed Burton
Andrea Copeland
Melanie Benjamin
The Executive Director of the Center at Belvedere talked about the programming they have to support those who want to explore writing, becoming an author and self publishing.
Abbey Stumpf
The Director of Communications for Albemarle County discussed the top transportation projects and the need to fund them, the next board to board meeting between the school board and the Board of Supervisors and more.
Dr. Becky Compton
Dr. Becky Compton is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and Chief Operating Officer of UVA Physicians Group, and she discussed UVA Health’s new Virtual Primary Care On Demand service offering.
Lloyd Snook
Charlottesville City Councilor Lloyd Snook discussed the public comments and varying perspectives regarding the homeless encampment at Free Bridge, the potential for opening the low barrier shelter, city investment in community organizations and the potential of raising water rates and the rationale behind it.