Local history group asks county to honor decorated WWII veteran Norris Whitaker

Mar 20, 2025

The West Letcher Oral History Society asked the Fiscal Court to consider a public recognition for Norris Whitaker, described by the group as among the county's most decorated World War II veterans; the court suggested meeting with society members and the mayor to discuss options.

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Members of the West Letcher Oral History Society asked Letcher County Fiscal Court on Monday to consider a public recognition for Norris Whitaker, whom the group described as one of the county’s most decorated World War II veterans.

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