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Bland County: Residents received $17.94 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.8% of income in Bland County, providing an average of $2,918 per capita to residents.

By SW Virginia News | Mar 26, 2025

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Griffith testifies to protect funding for abandoned mine land revitalization

U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) recently testified before the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies during their "Member Day" session.

By SW Virginia News | Mar 25, 2025

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Lee County residents received $18,105 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking eighth in Virginia

By SW Virginia News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Lee County received an average of $18,105 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it eighth highest in Virginia.

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Morgan Griffith discusses credit union meeting and honors Patrick Henry

By SW Virginia News | Mar 24, 2025

U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith shared updates on meetings with financial institutions and honored historical figures through social media posts dated March 22-24, 2025.

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Grayson County: Medicaid dependency reached 9.5% in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 9.5% of income in Grayson County, providing an average of $3,715 per capita to residents.

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Lee County: 47% of income comes from government transfers, ranking second in Virginia

By SW Virginia News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Lee County ranked second most government transfer-dependent county in Virginia, with 47% of total income coming from government transfers.

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Smyth County: Income Maintenance made up 4.3% of total income in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.3% of income in Smyth County, providing an average of $1,901 per capita to residents.

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Morgan Griffith shares local engagements and newsletter update on March 21

By SW Virginia News | Mar 21, 2025

Congressman Morgan Griffith recently highlighted his participation in local events and meetings via Twitter posts dated March 21.

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Morgan Griffith discusses recent meetings with athletes and officials

By SW Virginia News | Mar 21, 2025

Morgan Griffith shared updates on Twitter about his interactions with notable individuals including Meredith Page and Congressman Virgil Goode during his travels through Virginia's communities from March 19-21, highlighting ongoing discussions on...

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Tazewell County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 4.3% of income in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 20, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.3% of income in Tazewell County, providing an average of $1,890 per capita to residents.

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Morgan Griffith shares thoughts on TV appearance and space exploration

By SW Virginia News | Mar 18, 2025

Morgan Griffith, a U.S. Congressman from Virginia's 9th district, posted several tweets on March 18, 2025.

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Morgan Griffith addresses health care at DC policy summit

By SW Virginia News | Mar 18, 2025

Morgan Griffith shared updates via Twitter about his recent engagements and recognitions as a U.S. Congressman representing Virginia's Ninth District since March 17-18, 2025.

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Bland County: Income Maintenance made up 2.4% of total income in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 18, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Bland County, providing an average of $1,013 per capita to residents.

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Dickenson County ranks second highest in Virginia for per capita government transfer income at $19,994 in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Dickenson County ranked second highest per capita recipient of government transfers in Virginia, with transfers making up 48.7% of total income.

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Grayson County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3.7% of income in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.7% of income in Grayson County, providing an average of $1,450 per capita to residents.

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Morgan Griffith celebrates local high school sports victories

By SW Virginia News | Mar 14, 2025

Congressman Morgan Griffith recently acknowledged achievements by two high school basketball teams on March 14, while also discussing legislative efforts against fentanyl alongside Chuck Grassley.

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Senate passes resolution to fund government through fiscal year

By SW Virginia News | Mar 14, 2025

The U.S. Senate has approved a continuing resolution, H.R. 1968, known as the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025.

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Morgan Griffith discusses economic growth and regulation changes

By SW Virginia News | Mar 13, 2025

Congressman Morgan Griffith recently addressed key issues via social media posts dated March 12-13, 2025.

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Officer's murderer receives 100-year sentence

By SW Virginia News | Mar 13, 2025

The individual responsible for the murder of Big Stone Gap police officer Michael Chandler has been sentenced to 100 years in prison.

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Dickenson County: Residents received $28.12 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By SW Virginia News | Mar 13, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 5% of income in Dickenson County, providing an average of $2,049 per capita to residents.