From the Hill to the Mountains

Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving, from Our Family to Yours

As we gather around the dinner table this Thanksgiving, it is important for all of us to reflect on the blessings we share as West Virginians and Americans. In the Manchin household, we were always taught that if you can count your blessings, you can share your blessings. This lesson has stuck with me throughout my adult life and I have tried to pass it along to my children and grandchildren. One of the blessings I always count is my family and loved ones. With this in mind, I introduced a resolution in the Senate that designates the week of Thanksgiving as ‘National Family Week.’

This Thanksgiving, let us give thanks for our Service Members who sacrifice so much, including seeing their own families during the holidays, so that we may enjoy the comfort and safety of this great country. Their courage and strength shine as an example of what it means to be devoted to one’s country.

Each day presents its own unique struggles and anxieties, but it is always important to remember the blessing of living in the greatest country on Earth. I thank all of the wonderful people of West Virginia who have given me the opportunity to represent them. Gayle and I wish you and your family a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. May God continue to bless America and the great state of West Virginia.

Upcoming Events

Manchin Mobile Monday

Every Monday, my staff members are available in easily accessed locations across the state to assist with constituent services and to take your thoughts and concerns directly back to me. Below are next week's times and locations for Monday, November 26.

Moundsville:

Marshall County Public Library

700 5th Avenue

Time: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Staff: Mary Jo Guidi

Princeton:

Princeton Public Library

920 Mercer Street

Time: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Staff: Brian Aluise

To invite the senator to your event, click here.

In Your Community

International Trade Seminar in Shepherdstown

Increase your exporting expertise and opportunities by participating at this upcoming seminar on International Trade. Learn about Trade Financing, Export Compliance, U.S. Trade Advocacy services, Free Trade Agreements, Trade Barriers, working with the Inter-American Development Bank and about other resources available at the local, state, and national levels.

Tuesday, November 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bavarian Inn, 164 Shepherd Grade Road, Shepherdstown, WV

REGISTER HERE

Presented by the U.S. Commercial Service, in collaboration with the West Virginia District Export Council and the West Virginia Department of Commerce-International Division, this event will help you develop strategies to reduce risks and boost global sales.

On The Road

Fifty years after the Farmington No. 9 mine tragedy, we continue to grieve, remember those we lost, and to pray for their families. I personally lost many individuals who I knew well, including my dear Uncle John and several classmates. I truly appreciate everyone who attended the memorial this weekend to honor the memory of those who lost their lives that fateful day - they will live forever in our hearts.

Senator Manchin attends the No. 9 mine tragedy memorial in his hometown of Farmington.

How May We Help You?

I truly appreciate the opportunity to hear from my fellow West Virginians. As your U.S. Senator, I am proud to be your voice with government agencies during your time of need. My goal is to provide top-notch customer service for every West Virginian who contacts me, or who may need help. I have a team of caseworkers in each of my four offices to help you with matters of concern. While I have no direct jurisdiction in the administrative matters of any federal, state, or local agency, I welcome the opportunity to assist you with whatever problem you may be experiencing and ask that full consideration be given to your case.

Recently, Angie Walsh, a caseworker in my Martinsburg office was able to assist Ms. Viola Usak, with her benefits from the Social Security Administration. After a long delay in processing her monthly benefits, Ms. Usak visited my Martinsburg office to discuss her case. Angie immediately reached out to the Social Security Administration to request that her benefit review be completed. Within two weeks of the inquiry, Ms. Usak received her monthly benefits as well as the retroactive award for the time that she waited for her case to be processed.

West Virginia Spotlight

Quilts of Valor were recently presented to six Taylor County residents, including Specialist E5 Randel Jennings, a U.S. Army Veteran. Quilts of Valor is a national program that recognizes the service of our nation's heroes. Christian Sisters Quilters in Taylor County presented quilts to Specialist E5 Randel Jennings, Specialist E5 Richard Bowman, Captain William McProuty, Mater Sgt. E7 Dennis Mitchell, 2nd Class Boilerman Jimmie Riffle, and T5 Woodbridge "Woody" Stout. Thank you all for your service!

Caseworker for Senator Manchin, Kim Berry, joined Randy Jennings in celebrating his recently awarded Quilt of Valor.

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Internships

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