Residents challenge city ordinances and discuss climate change impacts at city council session.

On this episode of The Dave Allen Show, Dave Allen broadcasts live from the WVRC Media Sock Drop benefiting Union Mission, joined by Rob Riel and Jason Quintrell to explain why socks are the most requested item for people in need and how the community once again shows up for West Virginians. Charleston City Councilman Emmett Pepper stops by to announce his re-election campaign, discuss redevelopment, parks, population growth, and the future of the Charleston Town Center. The hour also features an extended, detailed forecast with meteorologist Brian Hughes, breaking down a high-impact winter storm expected to affect much of West Virginia, including snow totals, ice threats, and timing concerns for travel, schools, and events.

Council voted to annex 0 Folly Road, which proponents say resolves long-standing litigation and imposes the city’s stricter stormwater standards; several residents opposed the annexation citing drainage and traffic concerns and two council members abstained.

Council votes to enhance street safety and collaboration with county on infrastructure projects.