AARP West Virginia and a coalition of other organizations — including anti-hunger advocates, farmers and businesses — successfully advocated this year for an additional $360,000 in the state budget to help older adults facing food insecurity.
AARP West Virginia has presented its highest volunteer recognition, the Andrus Award for Community Service, to Jeanette Alexander of Charleston. Alexander was among six nominees from across the state who were formally recognized during an Oct. 20 luncheon event at Charleston’s Edgewood Country Club.