So, what should you be doing? Taking lots of
pictures throughout each of our beautiful seasons and
events. The categories for this year’s contest will be the
same, so take your rural scene, Farm Bureau activity
photos and keep your camera really handy for those
funny, comical, and whimsical photos. I can’t wait to
see the photos this year!
AG AT THE LEGISLATURE: Despite the
weather, I actually was able to get to Charleston this
year for this event. We had a great turnout at the
Capitol visiting with our legislators but the highlight
was definitely our Taste of West Virginia Reception.
It has always been a well-attended event by our
legislators but this year we had a change in venue. The
old Charleston House Holiday Inn has changed hands
and is now a Sheraton, and is undergoing renovations.
So, the state office had to find a new location. I will
have to personally say I felt the change of venue may
have been a blessing. The room was packed, bright
and welcoming. The food from all across our state
was prepared by the chefs at the Marriott and was
absolutely delicious.
Remember, the state office is busy this time
of the year with the legislature in session. They
are watching the many bills in both the House of
Delegates and Senate as they pertain to our policies
that originate from each of you in your counties. So,
when they send out legislative updates, it’s up to all
of us to contact our Delegates and Senators. They
do tend to listen when they receive large numbers of
emails and calls from constituents on issues. So we
can’t afford to become complacent and think others
will do this; we each have to stay abreast of the issues
and contact them when ne