Early Voting, Government Shutdown Resources, and National Drug Take-Back

October 24, 2025


 


Time is running out to register to vote in the upcoming November 4th municipal election. Click here to check if you are eligible to vote.

Then, click here to access the Connecticut Online Voter Registration System (CVRS) to register online.

Same Day Registration (SDR) is also available during the early voting period (Monday, October 20, through Sunday, November 2) 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., there are extended hours on October 28 & 30 from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

The designated Early Voting location in Vernon is:

  • Center 375 (375 Hartford Turnpike)

New England Civil War Museum & Research Center Award of Merit

On Tuesday, I was proud to support my friends from Rockville’s own New England Civil War Museum & Research Center as they received the 2025 Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of Museums for their powerful exhibit, “Seth, Joseph, Lizzie, and George.”

Telling the stories of our shared history helps us build a better future. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Prospect ECHN Community Forum

Prospect ECHN will hold a public community forum to provide an opportunity for members of the public to comment on the interim strategic plan for Rockville Campus (Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital).

Click here to access the interim strategic plan.

The forum will be held on Monday, October 27 at 6:00 P.M. in person at Vernon Town Chambers (14 Park Place). You can also participate remotely by clicking on this zoom link.

Please contact Nina Kruse, Regional Chief Communications Officer & SVP of Strategy at 860.948.8407 with any questions. 

Government Shutdown Resources

As the federal government shutdown continues, many Connecticut residents are facing uncertainty. United Way of Connecticut’s 211 has published a new resource to help. Click here to take a look at the resource that outlines the current status of federal programs and provides direct links to state and community resources for those affected.

211 is not directly impacted by the federal government shutdown and continues to operate 24/7/365. It’s never been more important to connect residents with their trained contact specialists, who provide personalized, confidential assistance for basic needs. In many cases, a single call results in multiple new referrals and supports, drawn from their up-to-date database of more than 40,000 community resources.

National Drug Take Back

Saturday, October 25th is National DEA Drug Take-Back Day. This is an opportunity to drop off expired, unwanted or unused controlled substances that you may have in your home.  

Officials will collect pills, tablets, capsules, and other solid forms of prescription drug. Liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes, and illegal drugs will not be accepted.

Drop-off is from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at Vernon Center Middle School (777 Hartford Turnpike)

 


National Teen Driver Safety Week

Driving responsibly means staying alert, avoiding distractions, never driving under the influence, and always wearing your seatbelt. These simple choices save lives, protecting not only the driver but everyone on the road.

This week, we're focusing on encouraging safe driving habits among young drivers. Let’s make smart, responsible driving the norm from the very start.

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