WISR Extended News at Noon Interviews

Pittsburgh Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joins the show to preview the upcoming season.

Volunteer Curator of the Saxonburg Museum Fred Caesar joins the show to talk about the efforts to save the Roebling Workshop.

Butler City Councilman Don Shearer joins the show to discuss the latest in Butler City news and more.

Butler Downtown's Audrianna Bly and Krista Washcau join the show to discuss the latest happenings on Main Street and in Downtown Butler.

Jack Cohen of the Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau joins the show to talk about tasty treats during Butler County's Restaurant Week.

Congressman Mike Kelly joins the show to talk about the latest surrounding former President Trump's legal situation, the Federal Reserve's decision in raising interest rates, the new Northern Border Caucus, and more.

Former North Carolina basketball coach Matt Doherty joins the show to discuss his book Rebound. He talks about his career at UNC and how important it is to learn effective leadership lessons.

WISR Morning Show host Dave Malarkey joins the show in celebration of St. Patrick's Day where he highlights geographical, cultural, and other aspects of Ireland.

Former drummer from the band Talking Heads Chris Frantz joins the show to discuss his career and book Remain In Love.

Purdue Boilermaker and Butler High graduate Ethan Morton talks about the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month and Amy Black-Stockhan of Keystone Wellness Programs will discuss local statistics and prevention methods.

Butler Area School District students Savannah Briggs and Luke Bankhart along with teacher Dale Van Lanningham talk about this weekend's performance of You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.

Local media teacher and noted film critic Erik Robbins joins the show to preview the 2023 Academy Awards.

Ahead of 4H Week, Amy Metrick stops by to talk about the latest with the 4H program and the activities coming up.

Doug Oster gets us ready for spring with tips on gardening, which plants work for this time of year, and following tradition by planting peas on St. Patrick's Day.

Knoch graduate and world-renowned opera singer Marianne Cornetti joins the show to talk about returning to Pittsburgh to star in "Il Trovatore" in March at the Benedum Center.

Director Darcie Bishop and students from Moniteau High School join the program to talk about their musical "Bye Bye Birdie".

Many travelers are getting ready for spring time travel and AAA's Jim Garrity joins the show to discuss the latest trends and popular destinations for vacationers.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner joins the show to discuss the future of AT&T Sports Network following a bankruptcy filing and what's in store for the future broadcasting rights of the Pirates and Penguins.

Producer Amber Huges and students Jackson Huges and Morgan Roithner join the show to discuss Seneca Valley's upcoming production of Mary Poppins.

Beth Ackelson and Students from Karns City High School join the program to talk about their musical "The Addams Family."

Butler Township Manager Tom Knights joins the Extended News at Noon to discuss the new Pullman Athletic Complex and the latest news in the township.

Butler County Chamber of Commerce President Jordan Grady joins the show to discuss the latest happenings with the chamber and the local business community.

Butler County Commissioners Leslie Osche, Kim Geyer, and Kevin Boozel provide an update on county projects and initiatives.

Ultra-marathon runner Patrick Reagan joins the show to discuss his induction into the Slippery Rock University Athletic Hall of Fame and the sport of ultra marathon running.

Ellen Gaus, researcher with the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, joins the program to talk about their latest economic report on the Southwest Pennsylvania Region.

Founder and president of Washington Trail 1753 Martin O'Brien discusses George Washington's journey through the area in 1753.

Tracey Morgan and coworkers talk about radio memories.

Pastor Barry Keurulainen talks about change and closure.

Mayor Bob Dandoy discusses city of Butler issues.

Polly Shaw discusses Dr. Frank W. Preston and his connections with Butler County.

Local historian, Bill May,  gives us a history lesson on Butler with topics including 1. General Lafayette and the Lafayette Building 2. Clara Barton 3. President James Buchanan 4. President William Howard Taft 5. The famous outlaw Frank James who with his brother Jesse became famous wild west train robbers. 6. Buffalo Bill Cody

Robin Miller, from Thompson Miller Funeral Home, talks about the grieving process.

Bryan Frenchak, the new owner of the Penn Theater in Butler talks about his journey and the purchase of the establishment.

Dr. David Rottinghaus, Chief Medical Officer of the Butler Health System, talks about a recent press release from the Chief Medical Officer Consortium concerning violence in health care settings and a call for support from the public.

We learn a bit about the history in Butler County by talking with Martin O'Brien about Washington's Trail.

Judy Balloff, a financial advisor and author of 365 Days of Abundance, talks about how older workers are in demand and how she ended up with her dream job at the age of 64.

Lars Morrison, Clerk of Session with Covenant Presbyterian Church in Butler, talks about its connection to the underground railroad.

Sue Collier, Chair of the Butler Littler Theater Board, talks about what it takes to pull off a performance at the Butler Little Theater and the need for volunteers.

Butler County Community College professor and Butler County Team 300 Technician, Chris Calhoun, talks about water rescues in this area and his opportunity to educate teams in Australia.

Andre Parker, local community member, talks about his first book called Interviewing Granddad, and shares how he pulled real life experiences into the story.  The premise is a young man who sits at the gravesite of his grandfather to share his personal thoughts and reflections.

Butler Symphony Orchestra Director, Maestro Matthew Kraemer, shares about his time with the organization and his future plans as he moves on from directing the orchestra in Butler County.

Judy Balloff, a financial advisor and author of 365 Days of Abundance, talks about how older workers are in demand and how she ended up with her dream job at the age of 64.

Ann Stockart, Treasurer with the Butler County Arts Center, talks about how this nearly 100 year organization in Butler is on the verge of closing.

Jason Wiles, with the non-profit organization, Blackwood Arts, talks about the theater pipe organ that is played on location for concerts, as well the mission to keep its music alive.

Gregg Murset, CEO of BusyKid, talks about how to talk to your kids about money and inflation.

The segment focuses on the warming center in downtown Butler at Glade Run Lutheran Services.  On this program is Steven Green, CEO of Glade Run, and Amanda Feltenberger with the Butler County Homeless Services.

Ann Stockart, Treasurer with the Butler County Arts Center, talks about how this nearly 100 year organization in Butler is on the verge of closing.

Sue Collier, Chair of the Butler Littler Theater Board, talks about what it takes to pull off a performance at the Butler Little Theater and the need for volunteers.

Pitt offensive lineman and Butler graduate Jake Kradel recaps the Panthers football season, the Sun Bowl game and talks about Damar Hamlin.

Local historian, Bill May,  gives us a history lesson on Butler with topics including   1. General Lafayette and the Lafayette Building 2. Clara Barton 3. President James Buchanan 4. President William Howard Taft 5. The famous outlaw Frank James who with his brother Jesse became famous wild west train robbers. 6. Buffalo Bill Cody

Dr. David Rottinghaus, Chief Medical Officer of the Butler Health System, talks about a recent press release from the Chief Medical Officer Consortium concerning violence in health care settings and a call for support from the public.

Butler County Community College professor and Butler County Team 300 Technician, Chris Calhoun, talks about water rescues in this area and his opportunity to educate teams in Australia.

Dr. Estelle Couradeau, Ph.D. Assistant professor, College of Ag, ESM Department at Penn State, talks about her class's participation in the Plant the Moon Challenge.  

Dr. Veronica Vezzani, a BHS Primary Care doctor located in Zelienople, talks about the flu.

Bryan Frenchak, the new owner of the Penn Theater in Butler talks about his journey and the purchase of the establishment.

Tyler Friel once again talks about his favorite foods, this time for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Howie Pentony, owner of Pentony Capital Management, recaps the year's financial news and looks to the market's future.

Peter Best, Assistant Director of Butler Public Library, explains how To digital search items at a library.

Pitt offensive lineman and Butler graduate Jake Kradel talks about the upcoming Sun Bowl and the past season at Pitt.

Staff members of the Butler Radio Network stage their version of the Christmas Carol.

We talk to Lawn Starter on a couple of winter topics.  Did you know Pittsburgh was #4 on a list of best cities for ice-skating?  Do you know how to recognize if your lawn has been damaged by the winter weather? Lawn Starter's editor-in-chief, Jeff Herman, joins the conversation.

Mayor Bob Dandoy shares the progress in the city of Butler and outlines projects that effect the city.

The segment focuses on the warming center in downtown Butler at Glade Run Lutheran Services.  On this program is Steven Green, CEO of Glade Run, and Amanda Feltenberger with the Butler County Homeless Services.

Sharon Coyle, Executive Director of the Butler VA Health Care System, and Jennifer Vandermolen, Director, Pittsburgh VA Regional Office, explain the PACT ACT and how veterans are able to access benefits.

Bryan Frenchak, the new owner of the Penn Theater in Butler talks about his journey and the purchase of the establishment.

Dr. Shanea L. Clancy, with Butler VA, talks about suicide prevention for veterans.

Mr. David Andrews, a former 7/8 grade science teacher with Butler Area School District, talks about the BASD Fisheries Program and how classes raise and then release trout in area waters.  His current role is Instructional Coach for Student Engagement with the Butler School District.

Ruthann Durso, Behavioral Health with the Butler Health System, talks about stress during the holidays and how to navigate it.

Dr. Veronica Vezzani, a BHS Primary Care doctor located in Zelienople, talks about the flu.

Dr. Nick Neupauer talks about the first graduating class of the LPN program, the food insecurities teams feeding those in need this month, and the sports programs with Butler County Community College.

Peter Best, Assistant Director of Butler Public Library, explains how To digital search items at a library

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Dr. Agnes Ghallagher and Dr. Cimperman, Middlesex Chiropractic Center and Holistic Health,  talk about healthy eating.

Jason Wiles, with the non-profit organization, Blackwood Arts, talks about the theater pipe organ that is played on location for concerts, as well the mission to keep its music alive.

Amy Black-Stockham, with the Keystone Wellness Program, talks about gambling issues, how they have increase, and the emotional tie to the gambling addictions. Keystone Wellness Program, in Butler, works closely with the National Council on Problem Gambling on educating the public on the issue.

Dr. Julie Gatza, co-founder of the Florida Wellness Institute, talks about foods that cause anxiety.

Supervisory Special Agent Jonathan Holmes, of the FBI Pittsburgh Division, talks about recent tech scams, some of which scammers take over your computer.

Kris Bowser, from the Butler Health System Foundation, talks about this year's Caring Angels Program.

Salvation Army Major Darlene Means talks about this year's Red Kettle Campaign.

Tyler Friel talks about Thanksgiving food ideas.

Jeff Smith, Chairman of the Slippery Rock University Presidential Search, talks about the 4 candidates that are in the running for the position.

Susan Smith from the Butterball Hotline discusses Thanksgiving turkey tips.

Author Brandon Wainwright has honored his beloved dog by penning a memoir about their journey. As a former police officer, he shares what he has learned about grieving for a pet and healing from the loss.

Butler graduate and current Pitt offensive lineman Jake Kradel talks about his career playing football.

Supervisory Special Agent Jonathan Holmes, of the FBI Pittsburgh Division, talks about recent tech scams, some of which scammers take over your computer.

Salvation Army Major Darlene Means talks about this year's Red Kettle Campaign.

Gregg Murset, CEO of BusyKid, talks about how to talk to your kids about money and inflation.

Butler City Mayor, Bob Dandoy, talks about the Penn Theater, the CDBG Care Act grant money for the local parks, and the parking meter calibration.

Dr. Nick Neupauer, President of Butler County Community College, talks about the first graduating class of the Practical Nursing Program, as well as update on the capital projects, events, the Food Insecurity Initiative, and registration for the winter session.

Tracey Morgan and Tyler Friel discuss last night's election results.

Tracy Morgan and Tyler Friel preview tonight's election.

Linlin Fan, Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics with Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences, talks about food waste and a recent study she led that examined support and perceived effectiveness for popular food waste solutions.

John Furman, Executive Director of the Butler County Symphony Orchestra, talks about what it takes to be a great symphony and a professional performer.

We learn a bit about the history in Butler County by talking with Martin O'Brien about Washington's Trail.

Lisa Guard, with Specialized Staffing and Industry Recruiters in Butler, talks about 10 Steps to having a better day at work.

Dr. Richard Filiaggi, a pediatrician with the Butler Health System, talks about RSV in kids and explains what it is.  He also discusses what happens to our bodies when we get the common cold.

Entries are due for this year's Christmas parade in downtown Butler.  Registration forms are at www.butlerradio.com. 

Lars Morrison, Clerk of Session with Covenant Presbyterian Church in Butler, talks about its connection to the underground railroad.

Mr. David Andrews, a former 7/8 grade science teacher with Butler Area School District, talks about the BASD Fisheries Program and how classes raise and then release trout in area waters.  His current role is Instructional Coach for Student Engagement with the Butler School District.

Sharon Schneider, founder of Hang Tough, talks about this year's initiative to offer cancer patients a gift to uplift their spirits during the holidays.

Jason Wiles, with the non-profit organization, Blackwood Arts, talks about the theater pipe organ that is played on location for concerts, as well the mission to keep its music alive.

Tricia Pritchard talks about the Butler County Government Initiate at Bc3 and the effort to teach people life and communication skills.

Sharon Schneider, founder of Hang Tough, talks about this year's initiative to offer cancer patients a gift to uplift their spirits during the holidays.

Butler County's interim elections director Wil White discusses information voters need to know ahead of this fall's general election.

Alice Del Vecchio, Institute for Nonprofit Leadership  at  Slippery Rock University, and SRU student, Kimberly Wilsoncrot, talk about the benefits of writing when you're facing mental health challenges and a workshop to teach you how to write your story.

Democratic candidate for the 16th District Dan Pastore discusses his campaign, current events, and more.

Congressman Mike Kelly visits to talk about the latest news from Washington and other current events.

Alice Del Vecchio, Institute for Nonprofit Leadership  at  Slippery Rock University, and SRU student, Kimberly Wilsoncrot, talk about the benefits of writing when you're facing mental health challenges and a workshop to teach you how to write your story.

Dr.  Nick Neupauer talks about the many positive things happening at Butler County Community College.

In this segment of the Extended News at Noon, we talk about the importance of teaching kids empathy.

Jordan Grady talks about the program Ghouls for Good, in which kids can get a free costume for Halloween.

Entries are due for this year's Christmas parade in downtown Butler.  Registration forms are at www.butlerradio.com.

Rotarian Leslie Osche talks about the launch of the Cultural District and all the activities on Saturday (10/8)

Polly Shaw talks about the Historic Grist Mill at McConnell's Mill.

Butler City Mayor Bob Dandoy discusses the BASA sale and other city issues.

Butler Band Director, Jeff Kroner, shares his insights on another successful year for the Butler Band Festival and reflects on the benefit of music and how it can affect a young individual.

Donna Lamison, NAMI Butler Executive Director, and Haley Merchant, Sr. Director of Programs at Center for Community Resources, talks about a new initiative to reach young individuals to help them understand mental health.

Dr. Agnes Gallagher and Dr. Cimperman, Middlesex Chiropractic Center and Holistic Health,  talk about healthy eating.

Mike Mason, a Butler county native, shares his experience of Hurricane Ian while he is visiting Disney on vacation.

Bob Keefe, Executive Director of E2, walks us through RGGI, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, and its importance to environment and economy.

BRX Butler, a local networking group, talks about the importance of networking.

Lisa Guard, owner of Specialized Staffing, talks about the different generations in a workplace.

Trooper Joshua R. Black, Community Services & PR officer with the PA State Police, Troop D, Butler, talks about which vehicles are allowed to use the roadways and which motorized units are not.

Amy Black-Stockham, with the Keystone Wellness Program, talks about gambling issues, how they have increase, and the emotional tie to the gambling addictions. Keystone Wellness Program, in Butler, works closely with the National Council on Problem Gambling on educating the public on the issue.

Dr. Shanea L. Clancy, with Butler VA, talks about suicide prevention for veterans.

Police Chief Robert O'Neil and Lt. Brian Grooms talks about the decreasing Butler City K9 program funds.

Kristin Hibbs talks about what life is like in London after Queen Elizabeth II passing.

Jehovah's Witnesses talk about reinstating their door-to-door ministry.

Peter Bess, with the Butler Area Public Library, talks about library services, the app that has now added magazine to rent, as well as how listen or reading in different fonts can help some people take in information more comprehensively.

Dr. John Love, Infectious Disease Specialist with the Butler Health System, talks about the new COVID booster.

Dr. Nick Neupauer, President of Butler County Community College, talks about the recent #1 Ranking from Niche, awards announcements, and the fall semester.

Kent Shoemaker, the long-standing voice announcer at Mars football and basketball games, reflects on his career as a teacher, coach, and sports announcing as he moves into retirement.

Jim Pawelczyk, former Columbia astronaut and a Professor at Penn State Extension, talks about the NASA launch of Artemis.

John Furman, Executive Director of the Butler County Symphony Orchestra, talks about the upcoming season as well as what its like to be a professional performer.

Alina Glath and Commissioner and PM Rotarian Leslie Osche, talks about the Cultural District in Butler and the call for artists to participate.

Andre Parker, local community member, talks about his first book called Interviewing Granddad, and shares how he pulled real life experiences into the story.  The premise is a young man who sits at the gravesite of his grandfather to share his personal thoughts and reflections.

Elaine Snyder, Co-President of Sleep in Heavenly Peace in Mars, talks about the beds they make and donate to kids without a bed to sleep in.

Author, Brandon Wainwright, has honored his beloved dog by penning a memoir about their journey. As a former police officer, he shares what he has learned about grieving for a pet and healing from the loss.

Bob Cupp and Tracey Morgan talk about the Band Jam, Grass Music Festival at Cooper's Lake Campground.

Kim Anthony, VP of Operations with Butler Career TRACK, talks about the emotional struggle a person can go through when they are let go from a job and are seeking a new one.

Retired Major-General Peter Talleri will be part of the Hometown Hero Program this week with the Butler Area School District.

Eric Finch, a Seneca Valley alum, and current Slippery Rock University student, talks about his win on History Channel's “Forged in Fire" as an amateur bladesmith.

German Consul General David Gill is planning on attending Mingle on Main on Thursday, August 18th.  He will be the highest-ranking German representative to ever visit the historic borough founded by German immigrants John Augustus and Carl F. Roebling in 1832.

Former Slippery Rock University Senior Vice President Dr. Amir Mohammadi speaks after his position was eliminated earlier this year.

Retired Major-General Peter Talleri will be part of the Hometown Hero Program next week with the Butler Area School District.

David Wilmes, Slippery Rock University's Chief Student Affairs Officer, talks about the recent decision to implement a two-year residence requirement.

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President of Butler County Community College, Dr. Nick Neupauer, talks about the start of the school year, the newest foundation member, and new degrees being offered at BC3.

The Butler High School's German and French Clubs recently returned from a trip overseas.  We are joined by one of the instructors, a student, and his mother to talk about the experience.

Elaine Snyder, Co-President of Sleep in Heavenly Peace in Mars, talks about the beds they make and donate to kids without a bed to sleep in.

The Butler County Opioid Overdose Coalition talked about a couple of upcoming events, one of hope and another focusing on grief.

We talk to UPMC's COVID Recovery Clinic in why they created the service to help people recover from COVID-19.