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Inside West Virginia Politics

Mark Curtis, Rick Johnson

Inside West Virginia Politics is a weekly show hosted by Rick Johnson that discusses local, regional, and national issues and how they impact the Mountain State.

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00:22:32

The debate over the Hope Scholarship

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/10/10

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, it’s all about healthcare and education. Our first two segments are about healthcare. Segment One brings in Dr. Jim Nemitz, President of the WV School of Osteopathic Medicine, which just celebrated its 50th anniversary. Segment Two brings in Dr. Albert Wright, President of WVU Health Systems. Segments Three and Four are the two sides of the Hope Scholarship debate. Segment Three brings in Dale lee, President of the

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00:21:19

Mountain Valley Pipeline, economic and more on this...

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/10/03

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the Mountain Valley Pipeline, economic development, a new children’s hospital and the military. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV) about the pipeline and what happened. In Segment Two, Speaker Roger Henshaw (R-WV) is brought on to talk about economic development. In Segment Three, we talk to Albert Wright, President of the WVU Health System, about the ribbon cutting for the

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00:22:34

IWVP: Economic development in West Virginia

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/09/25

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our first guest is West Virginia Governor Jim Justice, who joins us for two segments to talk about the long list of energy and manufacturing companies planning to bring new facilities to the Mountain State. Next, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) sits down with 13 News Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis to talk about the Mountain Valley Pipeline and where it stands in a continuing resolution in the United States

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00:22:39

Green energy development, voter registration and more...

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/09/19

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Chief Political Reporter Mark Curtis talks to leaders across the Mountain State. In segments one and two, Mark talks to the mayors of two of West Virginia’s largest cities: Mayor Steve Williams of Huntington and Mayor Amy Goodwin of Charleston. In segment three, Mark speaks with Secretary of State Mac Warner about voter registration. In segment four, Mark talks to attorney Rusty Webb about the Thunder in the Mountains Tennis

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00:22:29

CEOs react to economic development in WV

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/09/12

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — We talk about economic development with CEOs and an Executive Director who share their thoughts about how the Mountain State is headed on this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics. Segment One brings in CEO of Green Power Motor Company, Fraser Atkinson. Segment Two’s guest is Brandon Dennison, CEO of Coalfields Development Corporation, and Segment Three’s guest is Alex Weld, Executive Director of Generation West Virginia. We end today’s episode by discussing the

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00:22:52

Honoring laborers on Labor Day: IWVP Special Edition

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/09/04

It’s a special Labor Day edition on this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, where we’ll be talking with some labor leaders about their organizations, worker shortages, policy and the politics that affect laborers in West Virginia. First, we have Elaine Harris, international staff representative for the Communications Workers of America Unit 213 in Charleston, to discuss the shortage of corrections officers and staff in the state’s jail. Next, Josh Sword, president of the West Virginia

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00:22:43

Camp Lejeune lawsuits, Capital Sports Complex on IWVP

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/08/30

On this week’s edition of Inside West Virginia Politics, Attorney Teresa Toriseva of Toriseva Law joins us to discuss the fight for United States Marines and their families who became ill due to contaminated water in Camp Lejeune. Then, Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin and Kanawha County Commissioner by to talk about the newly-announced $80 million investment for the Capital Sports Complex, which will take the place of the old Macy’s store at the Charleston Town Center. We also take a stroll down memory

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00:22:57

Combating the opioid crisis and WV education changes...

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/08/25

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk with Director for the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, Dr. Rahul Gupta on efforts across the country and the Mountain State to combat the opioid epidemic. We also talk with Delegate Ruth Rowan (R-Hampshire County) on changes in the state’s public education system and what that means for state education moving forward. Delegate Mike Pushkin (D-Kanawha County) also stops by to discuss Democrats’

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00:22:29

It’s Five O’clock Somewhere on IWVP

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/08/15

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — It’s all sponge cakes, strumming on a six-string and wasting away in Margaritaville on this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics. Before the Jimmy Buffett references, in Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to State Treasurer Riley Moore about how major financial institutions are boycotting the fossil fuel industries. State Director of the West Virginia AARP comes onto the show in Segment Two to talk about the Inflation Reduction Act and how it will impact West

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00:22:30

The special session and opioid settlement

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/08/08

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis joins a variety of people talking about the special session, the opioid settlement and Boone Memorial Health. Segments One and Two discuss the special session. In Segment One, Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) joins us and in Segment Two, Del. Joey Garcia (D-Marion) joins us. The Lawyer in the Municipal Opioid Lawsuits, Attorney Rusty Webb joins us in Segment Three. We end today’s episode shifting gears from politics to health with Ray

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00:21:43

The bills of the July 2022 special session

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/08/01

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we are on the House floor discussing the abortion bill and the income tax cut bill. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Del. Marty Gearheart (R-Mercer). Segment Two brings Del. Doug Skaff (D-Kanawha, Minority Leader) and Segment Three has Del. John Hardy (R-Berkeley). We end today’s episode with Sec. of State Mac Warner (R-WV) talking about election security.

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00:22:27

Talking about income tax

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/07/25

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about Gov. Justice’s income tax cut proposal, goals for the West Virginia Democratic Party and the Charleston Police Department. In Segments One and Two, Mark Curtis talks to two people about Gov. Justice’s income tax cut proposal. We are joined by Secretary Dave Hardy with the West Virginia Department of Revenue in Segment One and Sean O’Leary, West Virginia for Budget and Policy, in Segment Two. Mark is

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00:22:46

A hero's legacy: Honoring Woody Williams

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/07/18

In this week's edition of Inside West Virginia Politics, we continue honoring the life and legacy of Hershel "Woody" Williams, the last surviving WWII Medal of Honor recipient, who died June 30, 2022.

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00:23:24

Both sides on abortion on this week's episode

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/07/11

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses abortion and reproductive rights, the opioid lawsuit and veterans affairs. In Segment One, Mark talks to Huntington Mayor Steve Williams about the decision of the opioid lawsuit. Segments Two and Three bring in an individual from both sides on abortion and reproductive rights. Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) is in Segment Two and Delegate Kayla Young (D-Kanawha) in Segment Three. We end

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00:21:51

IWVP Honors Hershel 'Woody' Williams

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/07/04

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis pays tribute to the life and legacy of a West Virginia icon, Woody Williams. In Segments One and Two, Mark looks back at the extraordinary life of Woody, 13 News anchor Lily Bradley joins him in the studio for Segment Two. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks to Ted Diaz, responding to the VA Medical cuts at three VA Medical Centers. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with Chief Judge Dan Greer discussing the new

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00:22:27

You gotta Regatta on this episode of IWVP

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/06/27

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses the Sternwheel Regata and a reunion at the old Charleston High School. In Segments One and Two, Mark talks about all things Regatta. Mayor Amy Goodwin and Regatta Chairman, and 13 News Meteorologist, Bryan Hughes talk about what we can expect at the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta this year. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks with Paul Creco about the food and beverage options at Regatta. And in our final segment, Mark

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00:23:11

Foster parenting, AEP under fire, and gas prices on IWVP

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/06/20

In Segment One, Mark sits down with congresswoman Carol Miller and talks about America's oil and gas industry, government spending, and more. In Segment Two, the Executive Director of the West Virginia Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Parents Network Marissa Sanders, joins us to talk about the new DHHR's new dashboard and foster parenting in general. In Segment Three, Glenville State University President Dr. Mark Manchin joins us to talk about education. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat

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00:22:45

Nicholas County shootout, gas prices, and more on IWVP

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/06/13

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses gun violence, gas prices, and the death of Deputy Sheriff Tom Baker. In Segment One, Mark sits down with Rodney Miller and talks about the death of Nicholas County Deputy Sheriff Tom Baker. In Segment Two, Green Power CEO joins us to talk about his company's move to West Virginia. In Segment Three, the Secretary of Economic Development joins us to talk about Green Power, Nucor Steel, and other economic development

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00:23:09

What are we doing about Gun Violence?

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/06/06

In this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis discusses gun violence, the opioid epidemic, and more. In Segment One, Mark sits down with Joe Manchin to discuss gun violence and the Senate's discussion on the issue. In Segment Two, Mark discusses guns with Republican Delegate Chris Pritt. In Segment Three, Mark Curtis talks with AG Patrick Morrisey about all things opioids. And in our final segment, Mark has a chat with retired Lt. Colonel Brent Clark about a new veterans

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00:22:35

Does Kiessling believe she won the Primary Election?

Inside West Virginia Politics ·

2022/05/30

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, Mark Curtis and Amanda Barren talk to guests about veterans, Andrea Kiessling, and health care. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Steve Halsted with the Mason County, WV Veteran’s Hospital about a new veterans memorial going up in Mason County. Ron Wroblewski calls in from Gallipolis to talk to Amanda Barren about the free Military and Veteran’s Appreciation Picnic. STAY IN THE KNOW : Sign up for the WOWK 13 News Daily Newsletter Former

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