580 Live with Dave Allen

On today's show, several guests from Shawnee Sports Complex to talk about their new expansion, and Woody Woods and Bobbie Spry on Backpack Attack.

Shawn Zuniga from the City of South Charleston on next week's Summerfest, Daniel Woods, the new guy at the radio ranch, and Travis Bailes of the Charleston Police Department on tonight's National Night Out.

Gee Money from The Beat on the Salvation Army's annual golf tournament and Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin.

Angie Gillenwater from the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association with Midnight, our “Adopt Me Please” Pet of the Week, plus Jim Strawn on Live on the Levee and Delegate Hollis Lewis.

Delegate Tristan Leavitt, Jill Gearin from the Dirty Birds and more on the City of Nitro's Taste of Nitro.

New Dunbar Police Chief John Garten and Zack Harold, new Director of FestivAll.

John Lovejoy from FreshAir Filters and Delegate Dana Ferrell.

Happy Monday! Coming up Delegate Andy Shamblin with an update on the Cross Lanes construction project and your calls and texts.

Dave talks with Angie Gillenwater with the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association about the adoptable dog, Drako. He speaks with Dr. Casey Sacks of BridgeValley about scholarships some students have recieved along with BridgeValley's graduation rates that was asked about by a texter. Dave also talks with the West Side Neighborhood Association on their clean up scheduled for tomorrow (7/26/25) and with Jim Winter about the Charlie Cooper Memorial Cruise-In in Winfield that takes place tonight (7/25/25).

Dave talks with Morgan Robinson and Jill Gearin on the Dirty Birds Women Making A Difference Night Saturday night (7/26/25) at the ballpark. He also talks with Porter Wagner of the Pick of the Litter animal group about an adoption event that they are having this Saturday (7/26/25) and also about the resue.

On this episode of The Dave Allen Show, Delegate JB Akers and broadcasting icon Bob Brunner join Dave to discuss the triumph of Charleston's TBT team, the rising urgency of PEIA reform ahead of a potential special session, and strategies for bolstering West Virginia's economy through energy projects, aerospace investment, and tourism. Bob Brunner shares candid reflections on his storied career—from covering mine disasters like Buffalo Creek and Farmington to serving in Governor Caperton's administration—and highlights the enduring value of speaking truth to power in journalism.

On today's 580 Live Dave Allen Show, Dave Allen sits down with JK the DJ to preview Saturday's free Retro Fest at Slack Plaza, featuring classic rock bands, aerialists and family fun. Chief of Staff Matt Sutton joins to discuss urgent mold and water‐damage repairs at the YWCA's Sojourner's Shelter, ensuring safe housing for women and families in crisis. We pause to remember the legendary broadcaster Tom McGee, who passed away at 78, with reflections from community leaders. Plus, political insights from Tom Sussman on the State GOP primary rules, a TBT West Virginia regional update, and what's ahead at the Jackson County Fair.

South Charleston Mayor Frank Mullens, Steven Allen Adams and Danny Jones.

Our “Adopt Me Please” Pet of the Week from the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association. Jim Strawn will talk Live on the Levee and there was a major drug bust in Hurricane. We will talk about it and more.

It's the second birthday of our sister station 98.7 The Mountain. Steve Animal will join us to talk about it, plus some TBT talk with Ot Elmore, Dr. Casey Sacks of BridgeValley, Tim Brady of the Charleston CVB and the acting director of the West Virginia Lottery David Bradley.

Sheriff Joe Crawford, Millie Snyder, Putnam County Prosecutor Kris Raynes, and Best Virginia TBT Coach Jarrod West on today's show.

Attorney General JB McCuskey, Kanawha County Board of Education President Ric Cavender and more on the TBT.

A big announcement from Kanawha County Commissioner Lance Wheeler and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.

Crocodile Rock, our “Adopt Me Please” Pet of the Week, plus Joe Stevens on the Nitro Cruise-In, big happenings with the Dirty Birds and Merrily McCauliffe on the WVU Pig Roast in Boone County.

Kanawha County Commissioner Lance Wheeler, West Virginia Sportswriters Association Executive Director Jim Workman, Kanawha County Prosecutor Deb Rusnak and Sandy Call on the cancellation of Girls Night Out.

Paige Withrow from West Virginia International Yeager Airport and Kanawha County Commission President Ben SalangoProducer's Note: Due to a malfunction with our Monthly Emergency Alert System Test, the show was taken off the air partway through.  This podcast contains the remaining audio, unfortunately, some of it was lost.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

Lisa Otey from the Let's Talk podcast and Delegate Andy Shamblin on the Cross Lanes road widening project. Also Kanawha County Schools have started their discussions on how to implement cell phone ban mandates from the Legislature.

More on the Prepped and Polished hiring event and Charleston Mayor Amy Goodwin.

Amie Breedlove fills in for Dave Allen as she previews this year's Sternwheel Regatta.  She's joined by Mayor Amy Goodwin, Evan Osborn from the Capitol Market, Josh Scott from the Craft Beer Festival and More!  

We have more on the City of Hurricane Fourth of July celebration and Dominique Ranieri of West Virginia International Yeager Airport.

Tim Brady from the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau and pro wrestling at Regatta.

It's Regatta Week in Charleston, plus the people from Mountaineer Food Bank will stop by and more.

On today's 580 Live, Dave Allen and guest co-host Amy Breedlove dive into heartwarming and community-focused stories: Turbo, the five-year-old adopter-ready cat from Charleston Humane Association; BridgeValley's Win Academy graduate who just became an RN and free FAFSA workshops; and the 52nd annual Charleston Distance Run—details on courses, relays and volunteer sign-ups. Plus, Amy shares insider tips on breaking into voiceover work. Tune in for an inspiring mix of local news, education and events!

More on tonight's Live on the Levee, Kanawha County Commissioner Lance Wheeler and I'll talk to two of the people arrested at Senator Capito's office yesterday.

Kanawha County Sheriff Joe Crawford and Chief Deputy Sean Snuffer along with Tim Brady from the Charleston CVB.

Rich the Realtor is here plus Sean Hill from KRT.

Evan Osborn from Capitol Market and Danny Jones coming up.

9:09 Angie Gillenwater, Kanawha Charleston Humane Association on the Adopt Me Please Pet of the Week9:20 Alexandria Pfost, Gritt's Farm on their upcoming dinner series, and all of the offerings at Gritt's Farm9:38 Jim Strawn about Senior Expo and all things Charleston9:47 Steve Animal, 98.7 The Mountain, on the launch of Animal Ale at Fife Street Brewery

Margaret O'Neal from the United Way and Delegate Andy Shamblin.

Millie Snyder, more on Juneteenth and Foam at the Dome.

Attorney General JB McCuskey, Steven Allen Adams and Kanawha County Commission President Ben Salango.

The folks from ZMM Architects and Engineers stop by and more on Charleston's Juneteenth celebrations.

9:10 Angie Gillenwater, Kanawha Charleston Humane Association discussing the Adopt Me Please pet of the week9:20 Jim Strawn, Live on the Levee Friday, June 139:40 Dr. Craig Glover on Family Care Centers Kids Bash Saturday, June 149:50 Shawn Hardiman, Trojan Landing and Powersports open house Saturday, June 14

Dr. Casey Sacks of BridgeValley, Adam Bryan and Steve Animal on YakFest and Naomi Bays and Robb Reel talking the West Side Neighborhood Association's Dad Joke Comedy Battle.

Today on the show we honor the life of Doug Skaff.

Dick Daughtry from the Kanawha Valley Fellowship Home and Brad McElhinny.

Secretary of State Kris Warner on tomorrow's “Super Tuesday” for municipal elections and Danny Jones.