Pence Gridiron Dinner Jokes Highlight Trump Clash
Vice President Mike Pence headlined the 132nd Gridiron Dinner in Washington delivering self deprecating humor and jokes about media coverage while sparing a few digs at Hillary Clinton leaks and Russian influence. House Democrat Nancy Pelosi also poked fun at Medicare and Trump absence. The event blends skits songs and speeches as a long standing Washington tradition.
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Question remains after two VCEDA appointees not confirmed
Tazewell County leaders seek why County Supervisor Mike Hymes and Julie Hensley lost seats on the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority board. The General Assembly did not confirm their governor appointees, while three others retained seats. Local leaders had urged confirmation amid calls to revamp VCEDA. The absence leaves Tazewell County without representation on the board.
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WV indigent burial funds exhausted five months early
In Wheeling, West Virginia, officials report the indigent burial program lacks funds with five months to go in the fiscal year. DWHD earmarked about $2 million annually. individual burials receive $1,250. Officials blame rising drug overdose deaths for straining autopsy workloads and wallet strain on families and funeral homes.
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