United Way seeks volunteers and in kind donations
The United Way of Southern West Virginia urges agencies to list needs beyond money, emphasizing volunteers and physical resources. Groups like Black Diamond Girl Scouts, Richwood Starting Points Center, and Fayette County Red Cross request helpers, space, equipment, and supplies such as fences, printers, building space, car seats, and computers. Contact Jill Gwinn at 253 2111 for opportunities and more details.
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Should Toll Removal On West Virginia Turnpike Be Dropped
Readers debate toll removal with mixed views. Some say keep tolls to fund road upkeep and prevent job losses and higher taxes. others argue tolls are a hidden tax and should end now to aid motorists and local economy. Several cite out of staters funding roads and potential revenue impacts.
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Toll removal urged for West Virginia turnpike
Readers argue for dropping tolls on the West Virginia turnpike citing winter clearing, federal funds, and southern West Virginia burdens. They warn tax hikes if tolls stay and call for bond payoff first, plus a bypass and Parkways Authority abolishment.
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The Rich Family In Our Church Finds Riches In Sacrifice
Nerissa Young recounts a 1946 Easter Sacrifice in which a struggling family from a small church saves to give 100 dollars to a missionary effort. After learning their contribution equaled most of the total, the sisters realize they were the “rich family” in the congregation, changing their view on poverty and prosperity.
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Turnpike Tolls Targeted for Interstate Build
A transportation proposal urges keeping tolls on the existing turnpike but directing the revenue to construct an adjacent interstate. Proponents argue the turnpike is not an interstate, while opponents worry about funding gaps and local impacts.
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