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09/20/2024

Topic after topic!

Friday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Stephanie Hockenberry from the Ohio County Commission returns for the first hour of the show to discuss school partnerships, historic homes, and how she’ll represent the county and region while in San Francisco for an upcoming conference.

4 p.m. – Former TV journalist Crissy Clutter returns to the show for our weekly “Talk of the Town” segment – we’ll discuss the sentencing of the former Roxby boss, the details behind the changes at East Ohio Regional Hospital, and much more.

5 p.m. – Democrat Jack Regis and Republican Erikka Storch return for this week’s Political Roundtable – local, state, and national topics will be covered.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/18/2024

Today 4-5 p.m.!

The physician specializes in pain management and practices in Steubenville.

09/18/2024

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09/17/2024

3 p.m. this afternoon!

Tuesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – There are a number of different charitable events taking place this weekend and I’ll offer local listeners all the details for each of them.

3:30 p.m. – What pressures do today’s teenagers feel these days? Not just from school and family and friends, but from the world in general? And how did I feel about at the age of 15? That’s what we’ll discuss this week during “The Rachel & Steve Show.”

5 p.m. – We’ll discuss the swirling world of politics during this week’s “Mayhem Hour with Dolph Santorine” – How will the tension between the Trump and Harris campaigns impact the state and local races here in the valley?

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/16/2024

Are conservative talk show journalists safe?

Monday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – W.Va. Del. Charles Sheedy is set to join during the first hour to discuss his re-election campaign and how's getting out to sperak with the people of District 7.

4 p.m. – Our political expert in West Virginia – Greg Thomas – is set to return to the show today we’ll discuss the second assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, the one-sided coverage these threats are receiving from new outlets, and we’ll get updates on the Mountain State’s campaign season.

5 p.m. – Belmont County Chief Deputy James Zusack jumped into action last week when the Upper Ohio Valley was littered with anonymous school threats, and he’ll join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss the investigation, the arrests made, and the active shooter trainings he’s conducted in the region.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/16/2024

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09/13/2024

And high school football to follow!

Friday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Stephanie Hockenberry and Ohio County Commissioner Zach Abraham will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss a number of topics, including the “Backyard Brawl,” new housing in Ohio County, LG Nova, and the progress made at the Wheeling Ohio County Airport.

4 p.m. – Former TV journalist – and mother of a five-year-old daughter – Crissy Clutter returns and this week we’ll get into “Mom Talk” – school safety and screen time will be two of our main topics.

5 p.m. – Republican Erikka Storch and Democrat Jack Regis will sit down for this week’s Political Roundtable – the presidential debate, the “Meet the Candidates” night in Belmont County, and the politics of school safety will be some issues we talk about this afternoon.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/12/2024

3 p.m.!

Thursday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Wheeling Fire Chief Jim Blazier will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to continue our conversation about being prepared for emergencies and how to keep safe from fire during the colder months of the year.

4 p.m. – Initially, Johnny Haught didn’t file to run for the state House of Delegates, but then he accepted an invitation from the local Democrat Party to be on the ballot this November. We’ll talk about his reasons for running now and what issues are most important to his potential constituents.

5 p.m. – DJ Abisalih and Isaac Basinger will return this afternoon for our weekly sports conversation – What is Derek Shelton’s future with the Pirates? Can the Steelers survive on field goals all season long? Will the Penguins right the ship and finally take advantage of having two of the NHL’s best players on their roster? And much more!

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/11/2024

Set that alarm,!

Wednesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Belmont County Commissioner J.P. Dutton will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss a number of topics, including the process involving economic development.

3:30 p.m. – Don Dewitt is retired law enforcement and he’s running for an At-Large position on Moundsville’s City Council. He’ll let us know his reasons why he’s running, and what goals he would take to the seat if elected.

5 p.m. – This week’s “Belmont Brewerks Live Music Showcase” will feature Jon Banco and all of the live and local schedules in the valley for tis week and the weekend.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/11/2024

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09/10/2024

Radio like no one has ever done before.

Tuesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Do you have The River Network app? Do you know about our new website? I’ll fill you in at the beginning of the show!

3:30 p.m. – So, let’s say Rachel has her own radio talk show. What topics would she choose to discuss? … And let’s say I’m 15 again – what topics would I have selected if given a chance to have my own show all the back in 1982? That’s what we’ll discuss this afternoon on the “Rachel & Steve Show”!

5 p.m. – Politics will be the topic for this afternoon’s “Mayhem Hour with Dolph Santoine” – we’ll pick what topics we hope to hear about during this evening’s Presidential Debate on ABC stations.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/10/2024

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09/09/2024

Local issues.

Monday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Mountain State political expert Gregg Thomas will join me to discuss a number of different topics, including tomorrow evening’s presidential debate, the active political scene in East Ohio and the Northern Panhandle, and the importance of energy in all races in both Ohio and West Virginia.

4 p.m. – Democrat Dave Cantrell is an IBEW Local #141 member who is running for the Third District seat in the W.Va. House of Delegates and he’ll sit down with me in the Trinity Health System and offer his reasons for running, the issues that concern him the most, and we’ll ask him how he plans to be a factor in a body with a mega-majority of Republicans.

5 p.m. – Kristy Ferguson is the president of the Elm Grove Business Association and the organizer of the upcoming Fall Fest, and she’ll join me to discuss the organization and the event during the final hour of the show.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/09/2024

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09/06/2024

3 p.m.!

Friday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Stephanie Hockenberry with the Ohio County Commission is set to return, and she’ll bring with her new Elections Coordinator Erin Witchey to discuss the process that is quickly approaching in November. We’ll also discuss the schedule of events for the colder months of the year at The Highlands and throughout the county.

4 p.m. – Crissy Clutter returns this week for our “Talk of the Town” segment and local business owner Stacy Gilson will join us to discuss the West Virginia Event Pros group that’s a collection of operations centered around weddings, special events, and an event coming up on September 15 in Bethesda, Ohio.

5 p.m. – Democrat Jack Regis and Republican Erikka Storch return for this week’s “Political Roundtable,” and we’ll talk about the issues that are facing the Upper Ohio Valley right now, what state and national races mean the most to the people of this region, and the local races that will appear on our ballots here in the Upper Ohio Valley.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/04/2024

Live and local!

Wednesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. - W.Va. Del. Charles Sheedy will join me at the beginning of the show to address the issues in District 7 in Marshall and Wetzel counties.

3:30 p.m. - Tammy Slater and Teri Cunningham from the Elm Grove Civics of the Ohio Valley will join me to discuss a local “Quarter Auction” fundraiser scheduled for September 21st.

4 p.m. – Local attorney Bill Flanigan is a Republican candidate for the District 4 seat in the state House of Delegates and he’ll sit down with me to discuss the district, its residents, and the needs, the GOP’s agenda in West Virginia, and his reasons for running in the first place.

5 p.m. – Local live and local legend Gregg Molnar will join us for this week’s “Belmont Brewerks Live Music Showcase” to perform a few songs and to let us know his gig schedule for the next few weeks.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/04/2024

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09/03/2024

Local. Like always.

Tuesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Political expert Greg Thomas will join us in abbreviated fashion this afternoon to discuss the polling that was recently released, the energy issue in West Virginia races this Fall, and the “Dirty Dozen” list of elected officials, according to the W.Va. Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse organization.

3:30 p.m. – This week’s topic for the “Rachel & Steve Show” will be the young lady’s 15th birthday, and her sophomore year of high school. Bellaire High Principal Ben Doyle will be our guest and we’ll discuss several programs and school rules.

5 p.m. – Thomas Salkovick is a Marshall County educator, a writer and business owner, and a Republican running for the District 5 seat in the W.Va. House of Delegates. He’ll join me and Dolph Santorine in the Trinity Health System Studio for the "Mayhem Hour" to discuss our roads, public education, the needs for growth and retention, and safety, too.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

09/03/2024

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08/29/2024

Set that alarm!

Thursday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Paula Calvert from Family Service of the Ohio Valley will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to talk about the colder months of the year and the preparations our older residents need to be making now, and we’ll touch on the Meals on Wheels program and the educational programs for the rest of the year.

4 p.m. – The executive secretary of the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference – Dirk DeCoy – will return to the show to explain the recent expansion, the Hall of Fame inductions, and the beginning of the Fall sports.

5 p.m. – Dj Abisalih and Isaac Basinger will join me for this week’s “Generations Sports Hour” and our topics will include the Pirates and manager Derek Shelton’s future in Pittsburgh, the dynasty problem in the NFL, and the quickly approaching hockey seasons in Pittsburgh and Wheeling.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

08/28/2024

A diverse day!

Wednesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Ralph Baxter fell in love with Wheeling when he was searching for a location for Orrick’s global operations center and he still call the city his home. Ralph will join me this afternoon to discuss that love affair, whether or not he feels Wheeling is living up to its potential, and I’ll also ask him if he believes there’s a positive future in store for the Friendly City.

4 p.m. – There’s more to the beauty of Oglebay than meets the eye and Beth Whitehouse – the senior director of strategic planning – will sit down with me to explain the latest updates at Wilson Lodge, the work being done to re-introduce tree and plant species to the acreage, and we’ll talk about the important of Oglebay and Wheeling parks to the Friendly City.

5 p.m. – Jon Banco will return for this week’s “Belmont Brewerks Live & Local Showcase to let uis know about all of the entertainment scheduled for the Labor Day Weekend.

AND THEN AT 6 P.M. – Linsly’s head football coach BJ Depew will return to the Trinity Health System Studio for the first edition of this year’s Coaches Show and a complete preview of the Cadets’ season opening against Westinghouse in Pittsburgh.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

08/28/2024

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01/11/2024

It’s about community.

NEW EARLY BIRD SPECIALS? BEGINNING NEXT WEEK? AT GENERATIONS IN WHEELING!!

Thursday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Cory Campanizzi and a few other local folks will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to review all the plans for the upcoming MLK Weekend.

4 p.m. – Ohio County educator Ken Dague is set to visit and he’ll bring with him the middle school students who competed in the Bridge Street Science Fair last Saturday. I served as a judge so it’ll be fun to see and talk to the students again.

5 p.m. – DJ Abisalih and Isaac Basinger will join me for this week’s “Generations Sports Hour” – the Wild Card round in the NFL, the recent performance of the Penguins and Nailers, and an early look at big-league baseball, and Jeff “The Superfan” Yost’s Rant of the Week – those topics and more during the final hour of the show.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/10/2024

3 p.m.!

IT'S ABOUT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ... THAT'S WHAT WE DO HERE!!

Wednesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – She was a state lawmaker for 13 years before tendering her resignation for employment reasons, but this year Erikka Storch will be with me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss the State of the Mountain State and what she believes will be the Republican agenda for this year’s regular session.

4 p.m. – Rosemary Ketchum, Ward 3’s council representative in Wheeling, will return to the show to continue our conversation about her campaign for mayor, the city’s confusing homeless situation, the need for more demolitions, and the role of mayor in a city manager-strong municipal government.

5 p.m. – Jon Banco returns for this week’s Belmont Brewerks Live Music Showcase to reveal all of his performance schedules for the rest of the week and this weekend.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/09/2024

This is going to be a good one!

I THINK I WANT A FOOD COURT IN MY STORE ... WITH MY FAVORITE FOODS!

Tuesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Frank O’Brien is the executive director of the Wheeling Convention and Visitors Bureau and he’ll join me to discuss all of the talk about the new Gateway Center on the corner of 10th and Main streets in downtown Wheeling.

3:30 p.m. – If you created your own department store, what departments would you include? That’s our topic this week for the “Rachel & Steve Show.”

5 p.m. – Who will be the Republican nominee for President? That will be our main topic this week on the “Mayhem Hour with Dolph Santorine.”

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/08/2024

Do you know how to pronounce?

WHEN THE FINGER-POINTING STARTS, THERE'S ALL KINDS OF BLAME!!

Monday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Brian Riesbeck will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss Riesbeck Food Market’s annual Paczki tradition. We’ll also talk about the grocery business and what he believes makes most sense for downtown Wheeling at this time.

4 p.m. – Politics expert Greg Thomas returns for this week’s discussion about West Virginia politics, and our focus this week will be on the races already gaining attention.

5 p.m. – Wheeling’s homeless liaison – Melissa Adams – will join to talk about the current controversy concerning the homeless, a camping ban, and the Wheeling Life Hub.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/05/2024

3 p.m.!

WAS THAT A FLURRY? GOTTA HAVE THE FIRST TO HAVE A STORM, YA KNOW!?!

Friday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Susan Hagan returns for this week’s “Talk of the Town” and one of several topics will be the “Conquer the Cones” campaign initiated by Panhandle Cleaning and Restoration.

4 p.m. – Nelson Croft from the Ohio County Animal Shelter will stop by with updates on adoptions, and we’ll also discuss his campaign to become the next sheriff.

5 p.m. – Former WVU Mountaineer Chad Harler will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to talk about the Country Roads Trust, the trade portal, and the NIL system.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/04/2024

3 p.m. … and make popcorn.

TAKING TIME TO TAKE NOTHING FOR GRANTED IS SOMETHING MOST PEOPLE NEED TO DO!

Thursday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Ryan Herron took a hike of a lifetime – he left Wheeling on August 7th and didn’t return until December 18, and during that time he walked and climbed the Appalachian Trail. Ryan will join me for the first two hours of today’s show to talk about his adventure and to offer advice to anyone planning to do the same.

5 p.m. – Issac Basinger will join me for this week’s “Generations Sports Hour” and we’ll discuss college football’s current and future playoff systems, the status of the NFL and the allegations made against Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett, and the fact pitchers and catchers are scheduled to report in less than 50 days.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/03/2024

Set an alarm!

WE'RE FIGHTING, THAT'S FOR SURE. WE'RE FIGHTING FIERCE!!

Wednesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – WVDOH District 6 Engineer Charlie Reynolds will join me in the Trinity Health System Studio to discuss “pothole season,” the bridges in the Northern Panhandle, our secondary roads, and the upcoming project on the Vietnam Veterans/I-470 Bridge.

4 p.m. – Stephanie Hockenberry from the Ohio County Commission will join me to discuss her position that involves the recruitment of new businesses and residents, and the retention of the folks here now.

5 p.m. – Adrian Niles will be this week’s featured singer/songwriter for the Belmont Brewerks Live Music Showcase.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.

01/02/2024

He’s back!!

WITH ALL THE NEWCOMERS, THIS YEAR WILL BE ABOUT EXPERIENCE AND RESULTS!!

Tuesday on “Novotney Now” – 3-6 p.m. – on River Talk, 100.1 FM/100.9 and AM 1290 WLYV/1430 WEIR.

3 p.m. – Political expert Greg Thomas will join me to discuss the official beginning of Campaign Season 2024, and we’ll also discuss West Virginia’s attorney general and his use of external counsel and how much it has cost taxpayers.

3:30 p.m. – The “Rachel & Steve Show” returns and this week we’ll discuss resolutions – which ones we’ve made, kept, and totally forgotten about!

5 p.m. – The topic for this week’s “Mayhem Hour with Dolph Santorine” is Election 2024 - we will size up the important races in the Wheeling area and remind folks the issues are about us, not those in office or running for a position this year.

Novotney Now – 3-6 p.m. here on River Talk – 100.1 and 100.9 FM and on the Mighty 1290 and the Sturdy 1430.