Lee Thorne, P.E., District 5 Engineer, joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to provide an update on projects in the Eastern Panhandle; while Jake Flatley features the new Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Alanna Keller, P.E., recently appointed by Secretary of Transportation, Jimmy Wriston, P.E., on Around the DOT.

Everywhere along West Virginia's highways, tree canopies are being cut between now and the end of March. Have questions? Alex Wriston joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT to answer some of the most common questions about tree canopy clearing. And if you have a question about a specific tree or area, call 1-833-WVROADS.

West Virginia Department of Transportation is hiring, with careers available statewide. Natasha White, Director of WVDOT's Human Resources Division, joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast to share some insight on the many types of career available.

Remember Katie Everly? Last year we brought you video of District 6 snow plow driver, Katie Everely, recognized by Governor Justice in his State of the State Address, who successfully completed his Jobs and Hope Program and joined WVDOH as a Transportation Worker. This year, Katie has taken her career to a new level, participating in WVDOH's Transportation Engineering Technician Trainee program, which allows workers to earn an Associates Degree while working as an Engineering Technician. Way to go Katie! Katie joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast with her story. Also featured this week is Tony Clark, with an update on District 6 bridge projects and a special feature from Jake Flatley on Aviation.

West Virginia Division of Highway's Engineering Division is doing something new to help young engineers adapt to the software used every day. Engineering Boot Camp, developed by Katie Hastings in WVDOH's Engineering Division, with the support of her supervisor RJ Scites, is one more step in bridging the gap between the need for engineering know-how and a rewarding career for those who are ready to step up.

Robert from Flatwoods asked if we could have a guest explain stabilizing gravel roads and how far from roadways trees and brush are a WVDOT responsibility. This week on WV on the DOT, Joe Pack, P.E., Deputy State Highway Engineer, joins us to provide an update on winter maintenance, talk about encyclopedias, and answer Robert's question.

2022 was partnerships, paving, jobs, training, projects moving forward all over the state.... now, let's talk about 2023! Secretary of Transportation, Jimmy Wriston, P.E., joins Randy and Jennifer on this week's WV on the DOT podcast for a conversation on the year ahead.

From her perspective representing Governor Justice in Washington, Melissa Decker has a lot of conversations about West Virginia. On this week's WV on the DOT podcast, she shares those stories. Love talking about our home state? Us too!

From the Nitro WWI Memorial Bridge to the I-70 Bridges, from the slide repair program to tree canopy clearing, from the new Division of Multimodal Transportation Facilities to partnering with Tourism on the Mountain Rides program, West Virginia Department of Transportation didn't stand still in 2022. On this week's podcast, Randy and Jennifer take a look back at some of the best moments with our guests, while Jake provides a run down of accomplishments worth celebrating.

Going home for the holidays? It's a good time to check out West Virginia's newly updated 511 app with travel delays, traffic cameras, message boards, and even the weather! Donna Hardy and Brandi Krofcheck, this week's WV on the DOT special guests, explain all the new features.