WISR Extended News at Noon Interviews

Author Maureen Boyle discusses her latest novel, Child Last Seen, detailing the cold case of Patty Desmond.

Local historian Bill May discusses his upcoming local talks.

Butler County Parks and Recreation Director Lance Welliver joins the show to discuss the upcoming season at Alameda Park and other parks department activities this summer.

Amy Fuller and Donnie Patron discuss the Relay for Life event being held this month in Cranberry Township.

Members of ABATE District 2 visit the show to talk about motorcycle safety. Representatives include Mike Dudo, Tracey Kennedy, Dick Logan, and John Pachi.

Clinical Director of the YMCA's Reach and Rise program Jessica Burr joins the show to talk about the latest developments in the program that targets at-risk youth in the community.

Jim Garrity of AAA discusses what to expect when it comes to travel for Memorial Day weekend and for the rest of the summer.

Butler students Charles Simms, David Kreinbucher, and Max Channells visit the show after claiming victory in KDKA's Hometown High Q.

Sister John Ann Mulhern of Butler Catholic School talks about her career ahead of her retirement at the end of the school year.

Daneen O'Donnell of Armstrong talks about the 60th anniversary of cable in Butler and other ventures Armstrong is taking.

Butler Radio's newest news reporter Antonio Pelullo talks about his career and his interest in news.

Jen Ford, Executive Director of the Butler County Historical Society, discusses a local cemetery walk at North Side Cemetery in Butler.

PA Camping's Jacob Hagofasky talks about camping opportunities this summer in Pennsylvania.

Republican candidate for Butler County Commissioner Zach Scherer discusses his race for the nomination.

Candidate for the Butler County Court of Common Pleas Maura Palumbi visits the show to discuss her candidacy for judge.

Republican candidate for Butler County Commissioner Ryan Covert discusses his campaign.

Assistant District Attorney Terri Schultz discusses her candidacy for the Butler County Court of Common Pleas

Stadium Authority president Cherie Readie discusses the latest surrounding Pullman Park in Butler.

As part of our candidate series, Republican candidate for county commissioner Leslie Osche discusses why she is running for re-election.

Republican candidate for county commissioner Kim Geyer visits the show to discuss her candidacy.

State Represenative Marci Mustello visits to talk about the budget process, agricultural industry, and more.

Butler County Historical Society's Jen Ford talks about the society and current fundraising efforts.

City of Butler Mayor Bob Dandoy discusses a variety of city issues.

Intermediate High School teacher Amanda Rekich talks about the Best Buddies program in the Butler Area School District along with the new Unified Track and Field team.

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

Local artist and author Terry Sendek discusses her current exhibit at the Butler Public Library that focuses on "upcycled art."

Environmental Education Specialist Natalie Simon of Moraine State Park joins the show to discuss spring time at the Butler County state park.

Actor and writer Ben Stein is the winner of this year's St. Barnabas Hance Award. He discusses his career in politics and Hollywood ahead of the Founder's Day celebration.

James Thiele and Guy Dobenspeck of the Butler County Farm Bureau discuss Rural Road Safety Week.

BC3 President Dr. Nick Neupauer talks about the latest events at the college, including the unveiling of the new facility at Armstrong, the latest updates to the campus construction projects, and more.

Longtime home improvement expert Andy Amrhein gets listeners ready for the spring season and discusses his upcoming appearance at the Butler County Home Show.

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.

Cranberry Township Manager Dan Santoro joins the show to talk about the latest in infrastructure projects, a new apartment complex, and updates at Graham Park.

Butler High School graduate Alex Ziegler is now with a baseball team known as the Savannah Bananas. The team entertains thousands with their unique take on a baseball game.

Howie Pentony, owner of Pentony Capital Management in Portersville, discusses the latest stock market news.

Co-host of "What The Hack" podcast Beau Friedlander talks about ways to have a technology "spring cleaning" and other tech tips.

Longtime Pittsburgh music promoter Rich Engler talks about his career, new movie based on his book "Behind the Stage" and his upcoming appearance at local home shows.

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.

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.