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Appalachians at Work supports those in our community who believe change is necessary. Our goal is to bring together Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and all community members to collaboratively plan a future that benefits everyone in WV.
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Lewis County, WV Community Town Hall- April 22nd @ 6pm📢
Our community is excited to hear directly from its elected representatives about issues affecting their daily lives.
*Only 2 Elected Officials have RSVP'd 📝 (1 is the Moderator🙃)
Link to Community's Questions 📥
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Lewis County Community Town Hall FAQs and Expectations- this is not a rally, or a 'gotcha-type' moment for cameras Lewis County Community Town Hall Event Details: Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Time: Doors open at 5:00 pm; the event starts promptly at 6:00 pm, and ends at 8:00 pm Location: West Hall, 206 E 2nd Street, Weston, WV 26452 Co-Sponsor: Bluejay Rising Moderator: Agnes Quinn Queen, Lewis County Commissioner Our community is excited to hear directly from its elected representatives about the issues affecting their daily lives. Our event is a conversation for education and empowerment, not a 'gotcha' moment for cameras, and we are sure that having this opportunity provided for you will go a long way to help promote your engagement efforts with those you serve as well. Invitation sent to Representatives OFFICIAL LEWIS COUNTY COMMUNITY TOWN HALL INVITATION On behalf of “Appalachians at Work”, a non-partisan Lewis County Community Advocacy Group, you are formally invited to participate in our upcoming Community Town Hall focused on addressing critical local and regional challenges facing our community to give “Legislative Highlights and Community Updates” to your constituents. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Time: Doors open at 5:00 pm; the event starts promptly at 6:00 pm, and ends at 8:00 pm Location: West Hall, 206 E 2nd Street, Weston, WV 26452 Co-Sponsor: Bluejay Rising Moderator: Agnes Quinn Queen, Lewis County Commissioner Our Community Town Hall aims to create an open, transparent dialogue about: Federal and state funding impacts Infrastructure challenges Community needs and concerns Potential solutions for Lewis County residents We are committed to providing a neutral, professional platform for discussion that transcends political boundaries. All elected officials, regardless of party affiliation, are encouraged to participate. The event will be live-streamed on multiple platforms and websites. If you are unable to attend, we will reserve a seat with your name and provide an opportunity for your constituents to ask questions on your behalf. A list of questions already submitted from your constituents is linked below along with attached FAQs and Expectations regarding the event. We received over 100 questions from your constituents in Lewis, Harrison, Upshur, Gilmer, and Marion Counties. The questions were submitted via email, social media, in-person, and through phone calls/texts. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R-2nRI27n99ZsM6kHg12S3e6ikWk2phjEFLpjCihPYY/edit?usp=sharing
April 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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✂️ Senators Shelley Moore Capito & Jim Justice voted to cut $859 million from medical research in the CR (57% of the funding) for these programs they clearly don't care about.

Which of these has not affected YOUR FAMILY or someone you LOVE who lives in WV? 💔

#WV & our #Veterans deserve better.
March 26, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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"Just as tragedies do not care which political party you are registered with, enacted policies also don’t care if you voted or not,” said organizing member Andrea Gum Vincent.
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Lewis County Community Town Hall to be held April 22
PRESS RELEASE: "Appalachians at Work”, a newly-formed community advocacy group in Lewis County with growing members and regional support, has recognized th
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March 25, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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"We're facing unprecedented challenges that affect every resident, regardless of political background."

County Commissioner Agnes Quinn Queen, Moderator for the upcoming #TownHall in #WestonWV.
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"We're facing unprecedented challenges that affect every resident, regardless of political background." County Commissioner Agnes Quinn Queen said. The Community Town Hall will be held at West Hall, 203 E. 2nd Street, Weston, WV 26452 on April 22nd.
March 21, 2025 at 1:42 PM