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Local Man Arrives at Polling Place, Discovers Person He’s Been Arguing With on Facebook Holding the Door

Three-week constitutional crisis briefly suspended for discussion of unusually warm weather.

By Marlene “Roll Call” Harper · November 3, 2026
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The rear of a pickup truck covered in contradictory political bumper stickers during a rural traffic stop, with a police cruiser positioned behind it.
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Area Man’s Bumper Stickers Enter Heated Constitutional Debate During Traffic Stop

“Back the Blue” requests full cooperation while “Don’t Tread on Me” demands the driver ask whether he is being detained.

By Marlene “Roll Call” Harper · October 15, 2026
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Officials Clarify West Virginia Population Isn’t Shrinking, It’s Spreading

State leaders say departing residents are establishing “forward operating hollers” throughout the country as part of a long-term Appalachian expansion plan.

By The Holler Herald Government Desk · September 26, 2026
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Washington Throws Early Birthday Party for Babydog After Learning She Was the Only One Everyone Could Agree On

The celebration reportedly featured cake, a birthday crown and several lawmakers briefly remembering how to cooperate.

By The Holler Herald Government Desk · September 26, 2026
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Confused county commissioners surrounded by paperwork during the fourth hour of a meeting
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County Commission Delays Vote Until Everyone Can Remember What They’re Voting On

Officials remain confident the motion was important, although nobody can recall what it would actually accomplish.

By The Holler Herald Government Desk · September 24, 2026
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