Patrick Biggins

Many of us will be tuned in to the 9/11 ceremonies from New York tomorrow. Many will acknowledge the day someplace else, or in another way. None of us will forget the day our country was under attack and the thousands of lives lost as a result.

The school year has begun! Drivers, let's do what we can to keep our kids safe. Especially where school buses are concerned. I have included school bus safety information at the top of this week’s newsletter. Check it out.

Dogs have a remarkable way of giving their loved ones affection, loyalty, and unconditional attention.

We're getting some much-needed rain, but the sunshine will be returning soon. Speaking of soon, early voting for the August 11th primary begins on Monday. More details are just below.

The Department of Social Services is alerting SNAP recipients to review new requirements to determine whether they apply to their household. Please see below for more details.

Happy Fourth of July! Please be safe and stay cool. Speaking of the latter, as you know, it is very hot outside and will remain so for a little bit.

I am providing some important updates this week that may be of interest to you, including new work requirements for SNAP and HUSKY Health that may affect some recipients.

It's June. That means it's Pride month. Let's celebrate equality for all! More below. I've included the end-of-session, Major Public Acts document for 2026. Take a look at what passed during the legislative session - and what didn't by scrolling a little further down