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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.

Wednesday, March 18, 202003/18/2020

ACPS to remain closed at least through April 10. 

Les Sinclair spoke with Superintendent of Albemarle County Public Schools, Dr. Matthew Haas about the decision of Albemarle County Public Schools to remain closed at least through Friday, April 10

Tuesday, March 17, 202003/17/2020

Gov. Northam Updates Commonwealth Amid COVID-19

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam provides an update on the coordinated response to COVID-19 in the Commonwealth.

Tuesday, March 17, 202003/17/2020

Practical, Expert Advice On Managing COVID-19 Anxiety

Practical, Expert Advice On Managing COVID-19 Anxiety Bethany Teachman is a University of Virginia professor of psychology, a licensed clinical…

Monday, March 16, 202003/16/2020

How to Help Food Bank During Crisis

Michael McKee CEO of the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank joins Les Sinclair to discuss the successes and the needs…

Monday, March 16, 202003/16/2020

Update on COVID-19 (Charlottesville Area ) March 16, 2020

Kathryn Goodman,Communications and Public Relations Lead for Thomas Jefferson Health district & Va Dept of Health, spoke with WINA News…

Monday, March 16, 202003/16/2020

Covid-19 and Your Money| Greg McBride

Bankrate.com’s chief financial analyst Greg McBride, CFA talks with WINA’s Les Sinclair following the Fed’s lowering of the interest rates.…

Friday, March 13, 202003/13/2020

Top 5 Soundbites of the Week

WINA’s Dori Zook joins Les Sinclair with the Top 5 soundbites of the week ending–3/13/20

Friday, March 13, 202003/13/2020

TODAY IN US HISTORY with Rick Britton

In this segment, Les speaks with historian Rick Britton about: TODAY IN US HISTORY – On this day in 1865—155 years ago—Confederate…

Friday, March 13, 202003/13/2020

Better Business Challenge

The Community Climate Collaborative has kicked off the Better Business challenge for businesses and nonprofits involved in a friendly competition…

Thursday, March 12, 202003/12/2020

Seniors Should Stay Connected During COVID-19 Outbreak

Les Sinclair, talks with Laurie Archbald, MD about several things seniors can do to stay connected, as the numbers climb…

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