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We go beyond the headlines into the important stories that matter to us locally.
Join NewsRadio WINA’s Courteney Stuart weekdays for the news and newsmakers of the day.

Monday, September 14, 202009/14/2020

C3 Hosts Virtual Luncheon Reopening with Safety and Efficiency in Mind

Les Sinclair speaks with Claire Habel of The Community Climate Collaborative.  They’re hosting a virtual Better Business Challenge Lunch n…

Friday, September 11, 202009/11/2020

Top 5 Soundbites of the Week

WINA’s Dori Zook joins Les Sinclair with the Top 5 soundbites of the week ending–9/11/20

Friday, September 11, 202009/11/2020

Reaction to and Insight of Charlottesville City Manager’s Resignation

Les Sinclair discusses the resignation of Charlottesville’s City Manager with former City Councilor Kathy Galvin.

Friday, September 11, 202009/11/2020

Hunger Action Month

Les Sinclair speaks with Michael McKee, CEO of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank about Hunger Action Month, and how…

Thursday, September 10, 202009/10/2020

Indigenous Activists Demonstration Tonight

Fernanda Yepez-Lopez of the Native American Indigenous Studies Group at the University of Virginia shares about the demonstration tonight of…

Thursday, September 10, 202009/10/2020

9/11 Never Forget: How to Honor Patriot Day 2020

CHARLES WERNER, is a 45-year veteran of public safety. He served with the Charlottesville, VA, Fire Department for 37 years,…

Wednesday, September 9, 202009/09/2020

Nelson CARES Grant Program to Help Small Businesses

Chip Boyles, Executive Director of Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, explains how the CARES funds are being distributed from the…

Tuesday, September 8, 202009/08/2020

Voting in Charlottesville City: What you need to Know.

City of Charlottesville Voter Registrar, Melissa Morton, gives Les Sinclair the need-to-know-info for voting in the upcoming election. LINKS: https://www.charlottesville.gov/FAQ.aspx?TID=55

Tuesday, September 8, 202009/08/2020

September is National ACTIVE Aging Month.

Darcy Higgins is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Human Movement Specialist. He is a clinician and the Regional…

Tuesday, September 8, 202009/08/2020

COVID-19 and Schools

Ryan McKay, TJHD’s Senior Policy Analyst, spoke with WINA NEWS about where we are, where we need to be and…

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