Access Health CT Open Enrollment, SNAP Benefits Update, and Emergency Energy Assistance
October 31, 2025There are important updates regarding SNAP benefits. Access Health CT’s Open Enrollment period begins Saturday, November 1. Also, if you’re in need of energy assistance, the Generation Power CT Emergency Energy Assistance Program will run from November 2–10.
Early Voting, Government Shutdown Resources, and National Drug Take-Back
October 24, 2025Early Voting for the general municipal election is now open. Also, there are plenty of resources available during the government shutdown.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety
October 17, 2025It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, info on scheduling mammograms and eligibility for free screenings. Also, tips on lithium-ion battery fire safety.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month in CT and the CT Pizza Trail
October 10, 2025Congratulations to The New England Civil War Museum & Research Center as they have been awarded a Connecticut League of Museums 2025 Award of Merit. It's National Disability Employment Awareness Month in CT, a link to services offered. Plus, a Pizza Trail map for the pizza capital of the US
Op-Ed on Civics and Media Literacy in CT, New Laws Effective October 1, and a Texting Scam Alert
October 3, 2025Read my op-ed on Civics and Media Literacy in CT. A breakdown of some of the new laws effective October 1. Plus, a texting scam alert from the Department of Revenue Services.
Information on Connecticut's Automatic Admission Program and more on the launch of the Northeast Public Health Collaborative
September 26, 2025Connecticut's Automatic Admission Program makes it easier for qualifying CT graduates to apply to several public and private colleges and universities through a new state initiative. Plus, information on the launch of the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.
The Civics Task Force Report and recommendations has been released. There is an increase in funding for Connecticut's Town Aid Road grant program, and new COVID-19 vaccine access information
September 19, 2025The Civics Education, Civic Engagement, and Media Literacy Task Force Report and recommendations has been released. There is an increase in funding for Connecticut's Town Aid Road grant program which is a huge lift to municipalities. Plus, an update on COVID-19 vaccine access in CT.
9/11 Never Forget, Become a VITA Volunteer, and Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits Ending
September 12, 2025May we never forget those who perished through this act of terror on 9/11. Become a VITA volunteer and help local families with tax preparations. Plus, all you need to know about Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits Ending this year.