The Daily Focus

The Daily Focus

By WISR 680-am

Interviews and discussion with local newsmaker from Butler County, PA and beyond.
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The Daily FocusMar 11, 2025
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Communication in Natural disaster

Communication in Natural disaster

Craig Martinez of T-Mobile talks about technology and communication tools in the wake of natural disasters.

May 30, 202509:10
Daughters of the American Revolution

Daughters of the American Revolution

Martha Eberhardt of the Daughters of the American Revolution details an upcoming event that honors the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette's trip through Butler.

May 29, 202524:27
Butler Transit Authority

Butler Transit Authority

Executive Director John Paul talks about the latest with the Butler Transit Authority.

May 28, 202521:50
Bob Dandoy

Bob Dandoy

Butler City Mayor Bob Dandoy provides an update on the latest news in the City.

May 27, 202533:37
Summer BBQ

Summer BBQ

Noted pitmaster Erica Roby offers great tips for your summertime grilling and barbeques.

May 23, 202511:52
Managing Debt

Managing Debt

Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian talks about their initiative to help people manage debt.

May 22, 202511:36
Wingfest

Wingfest

Debra and Sarah Krelow of the Beacon talk about the upcoming Wingfest on Sunday June 1st.

May 20, 202519:41
Veterans Breakfast Club

Veterans Breakfast Club

Founder of the Veterans Breakfast Club Todd DePastino talks about the organization and an upcoming event in Butler on June 14th.

May 19, 202515:48
Children's Cardiac Care

Children's Cardiac Care

Dr. Matthew Elias of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia talks about cardiac care in children.

May 16, 202507:48
Preventing Pneumonia

Preventing Pneumonia

Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs Bob Blancato talks about the effectiveness of the pneumococcal vaccination.

May 14, 202510:33
Graduating Late In Life

Graduating Late In Life

Sue Barkley will be the most-senior female graduate in Butler County Community College history.

May 13, 202513:01
Endodontists and Dental Care

Endodontists and Dental Care

Dr. Steven Katz of the American Association of Endodontists talks about the role of an endodontist and overall dental care.

May 12, 202509:37
A New Pope

A New Pope

CBS correspondent Seth Doane reports from the Vatican about the selection of Pope Leo XIV.

May 09, 202509:47
Kids Day America

Kids Day America

Dr. Stu Surkosky talks about the 25th anniversary of Kids Day America, happening this Saturday at the Farm Show Grounds.

May 08, 202523:43
Small Business Week

Small Business Week

Erron Stark of the ADP talks about the importance of small businesses and how they are dealing with technology.

May 07, 202511:22
Real ID

Real ID

The REAL ID deadline is tomorrow and Jim Garrity of AAA talks about what impact it will have on flyers.

May 06, 202516:34
Motorcycle Safety Awareness

Motorcycle Safety Awareness

Members of the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education talk about motorcycle safety as more bikes hit the road.

May 05, 202519:15
Butler Downtown

Butler Downtown

Audrianna Bly and Megan Hepler of Butler Downtown talk about the upcoming Sips in the City event this Saturday.

May 02, 202517:26
Managing Debt

Managing Debt

Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian talks about their initiative to help people manage debt.

Apr 30, 202511:36
Early Cancer Screenings

Early Cancer Screenings

Jody Hoyos, CEO of the Prevent Cancer Foundation, talks about the importance of getting cancer screenings early.

Apr 29, 202511:23
Handling Stress At Work

Handling Stress At Work

Rawle Andrews of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation talks about how to handle stress at work.

Apr 28, 202512:53
Pirates Home Opener Streak

Pirates Home Opener Streak

John Wray of Regent Square has attended 68 consecutive Pittsburgh Pirates home openers.

Apr 25, 202515:54
Jake Roberts

Jake Roberts

Attorney Jake Roberts talks about his candidacy for the Butler County Court of Common Pleas.

Apr 24, 202516:42
John Scialabba

John Scialabba

Attorney John Scialabba talks about his candidacy for the Butler County Court of Common Pleas.

Apr 23, 202517:28
Matt McCune

Matt McCune

Attorney Matt McCune talks about his candidacy for the Butler County Court of Common Pleas.

Apr 22, 202516:32
Catholic Daughters of America

Catholic Daughters of America

Maria Worst and Barb Byerly talk about the Catholic Daughters of America and their upcoming craft shows.

Apr 21, 202517:53
Megan Coval

Megan Coval

New Butler County Community College President Megan Coval talks about her vision for BC3 and some of the challenges facing higher education.

Apr 16, 202522:20
Jim Insco

Jim Insco

Butler County Court of Common Pleas candidate Jim Insco talks about his career and campaign for judge.

Apr 15, 202516:17
Rural Road Safety Week

Rural Road Safety Week

James Thiele and Guy Daubenspeck of the Butler County Farm Bureau talk about Rural Road Safety Week and the precautions drivers should take around farm equipment.

Apr 14, 202521:44
Clint Hurdle

Clint Hurdle

Former Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle joins the show to talk about his new book "Hurdle-isms" and his career in the big leagues.

Apr 11, 202523:57
Joni and Friends

Joni and Friends

Wally Ziolo of the organization Joni and Friends talks about the group's mission to help those with disabilities and initiatives to help churches.

Apr 10, 202519:12
Cunningham Shanor

Cunningham Shanor

With spring now here, Matt Cypher of Cunningham Shanor offers us advice on what to do with our heating system and AC tuneups.

Apr 08, 202522:35
Gaiser Center

Gaiser Center

Joe Mahoney of the Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center provides updates about the facility and their upcoming Pickleball tournament.

Apr 07, 202524:34
Trends In Restaurant Industry

Trends In Restaurant Industry

Restauranteur and Head of Restaurants at Square, Ming-Tai Huh, discusses the latest trends in the restaurant industry.

Apr 04, 202511:23
Early Education

Early Education

Dr. Amy Jackson of the Primrose Schools talks about the importance of Pre-K education and some of the latest trends in the field.

Apr 03, 202510:40
Last Minute Tax Advice

Last Minute Tax Advice

With Tax Day looming, personal finance expert Farnoosh Torabi offers some tips to help procrastinators ahead of the filing deadline.

Apr 01, 202507:49
Andy Amrein

Andy Amrein

Home improvement expert Andy Amrhein gets you ready for spring and also previews his appearance at the Butler Home Show this weekend.

Mar 31, 202523:52
How To Work With Complicated People

How To Work With Complicated People

Author Ryan Leak talks about his book "How to Work With Complicated People" and some of the tools to utilize in those situations.

Mar 28, 202510:32
Pirates Preview

Pirates Preview

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown previews the 2025 season ahead of Opening Day.

Mar 27, 202514:52
Buying Electric Vehicles

Buying Electric Vehicles

Brian Moody of Kelley Blue Book offers advice on what to look for when purchasing used and new electric vehicles.

Mar 26, 202510:40
Healthy Habits

Healthy Habits

Today's show will highlight two interviews about our health. Michele Malkowiak of TOPS talks about her weight loss journey and neurologist Dr. Chris Winter discusses sleep apnea.

Mar 25, 202515:42
Using Frozen Foods Creatively

Using Frozen Foods Creatively

Celebrity Chef Jamie Gwen talks about ways to create healthy and fresh meals using frozen foods.

Mar 24, 202510:41
Manufacturing Video Contest
Mar 21, 202514:60
Postal Vehicle Awareness

Postal Vehicle Awareness

Scott Miller of the United States Postal Service talks about their campaign to ensure safety on the roads when encountering a mail delivery vehicle.

Mar 20, 202509:37
Community Meals

Community Meals

Organizers of the upcoming gala benefitting the Community Meals Ministry talk about the event and the community meals program.

Mar 19, 202520:13
Sing Hosanna

Sing Hosanna

Director Ralph Christy Jr. and cast members discuss their upcoming production of Oliver!

Mar 18, 202525:18
Dave Malarkey on Ireland

Dave Malarkey on Ireland

Our Dave Malarkey takes us through his trips to Ireland and a look at Irish culture on St. Patrick's Day.

Mar 17, 202520:40
Importance of Early Education

Importance of Early Education

Dr. Amy Jackson of the Primrose Schools talks about the importance of Pre-K education and some of the latest trends in the field.

Mar 14, 202510:37
Tom Knights

Tom Knights

Butler Twp. manager Tom Knights talks about the upcoming Hansen Ave./Whitestown Road project and the latest with the Pullman Recreational Complex.

Mar 13, 202521:53
Butler HS Musical

Butler HS Musical

Cast members of the Butler Senior High School musical talk about their upcoming production of "Spamalot"

Mar 12, 202527:15