LONDON — Local legislators highlighted budget investments, tax policy, infrastructure needs and other issues from the recent General Assembly session during the London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon.

The luncheon — sponsored by The Computer Place located at 902 W. Fifth Street in London — also included updates from London Tourism and Parks, upcoming ribbon-cuttings and the introduction of Elder Law Guidance as a new Chamber member.

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