06/04/2026
There's a lot of talk surrounding Welch Community Hospital in McDowell County. Whether it's closing, being sold, or something in between. You'd think that would be enough to bring Congresswoman Carol Miller down here by now.
But it hasn't.
She talks about rural healthcare access. She just won't come talk to the people who need it. No visit. No media statement. Not even a Facebook post. And that's what makes this so frustrating, because from what I understand, federal funding is at the center of this whole conversation. Yet not a single word from our Congresswoman.
Here's what I've been told: the State may be looking to sell the hospital because it simply can't keep it operational. There's not enough money. That's exactly where the federal government steps in. Under federal guidelines, a Critical Access Hospital can receive federal funding, but from what I understand, it would need to be sold to another entity first in order to qualify for that designation.
Now, I'll be honest, I don't have all the details, and I'm not claiming to. But that's exactly the point.
We're not being informed like we should be.
For those of us in the southern coalfields, we know how vital Welch Community Hospital is. It's not just a building it's a lifeline. Our elected officials should be doing a whole lot more to keep us in the loop. That's not asking for much. That's the bare minimum.
So here's what I'm asking you to do:
Call Congresswoman Carol Miller's office and demand answers. Ask her where she stands on Welch Community Hospital. Ask her what she's doing to secure federal funding. Ask her why she hasn't said a single word about it publicly.
Washington D.C. Office: (202) 225-3452
Beckley District Office: (304) 250-6177
You can also contact her directly through her website at miller.house.gov
Don't let this get swept under the rug. The people of McDowell County and the coal fields deserve answers, and they deserve them now!
Should you have any questions for me, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'm here with you, just like I always have been. Together, we will continue to make a difference!