March 22, 2012

Manchin Focuses on Jobs in the Eastern Panhandle

Manchin participates in a roundtable with the Jefferson County Development Authority, host Coffee and Commonsense in Martinsburg

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) tomorrow will visit Berkeley and Jefferson counties to talk about the employment and economic issues facing residents and businesses in the Eastern Panhandle. He will speak with local leaders and community members about current challenges and how everyone can come together to find solutions. 

“The Eastern Panhandle is an area of our state where we have experienced tremendous growth, but at the same time, I know that folks are still struggling with the challenges facing our economy, unemployment and the rising price of gasoline,” Senator Manchin said. “I look forward to hearing from local residents tomorrow about their concerns and commonsense  priorities as we continue working together to stay competitive and to strengthen our state and this great nation.” 

**For Planning Purposes – Events Will Be Added** 
Public/Media Schedule for Senator Joe Manchin

FRIDAY, March 23, 2012

Senator Manchin speaks with students and teachers

When: 9 a.m.   
Where: Martinsburg High School, 701 South Queen Street, Martinsburg
What: Senator Manchin speaks with students and teachers.  

Senator Manchin participates in an economic development roundtable discussion hosted by the Jefferson County Development Authority

When: 10 a.m. 
Where: The Inn At Charles Town, 100 Hollywood Drive, Charles Town.
What: Senator Manchin will participate in an economic development roundtable discussion hosted by the Jefferson County Development Authority.

Senator Manchin congratulates 2012 AAA State Boys Basketball Champions

When: 11 a.m. 
Where: Hedgesville High School, 109 Ridge Road North, Hedgesville 
What: Senator Manchin will congratulate the 2012 AAA State Boys Basketball Champions.  

Senator Manchin holds in a Coffee and Commonsense with local residents 

When: Noon  
Where: Holiday Inn’s Heatherfields Restaurant, 301 Foxcroft Ave., Martinsburg
What: Senator Manchin will hold a Coffee and Commonsense with local residents. 

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