Virginia AARP study urges tax, funds for health programs
A Virginia AARP survey shows 66 percent support a 30 cent per pack tobacco tax to raise about 183 million dollars while 93 percent want to maintain health and long term care funding. lawmakers may face a 3 to 5 billion shortfall with potential Medicaid cuts.
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Christmas Tree Program At Bluefield Seeks Donations
Volunteers finalize plans for the Big Party at Bluefield City Auditorium on Monday December 23 with signups set for Friday and Saturday. Children receive a bag of toys candy fruit gloves and a read book via a signup ticket. donations from Literacy Volunteers of Mercer County and the Fraternal Order of Eagles No 857 boost funds. Various individual and group gifts totaling $1070 to date include $500 from Eagles and multiple $20 to $50 gifts, supporting literacy and community celebration.
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Mercer County
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Literacy Volunteers’ Board
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Poet's Work Takes Long, Difficult Road
The poem by TM traces a demanding journey through obstacles and endurance, highlighting resilience and persistence. The piece explores personal struggle and growth, weaving imagery of travel, time, and effort to convey a transformative process.
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