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In this Update:
Engaging Young People in Our Political Process
The recent, tragic death of Charlie Kirk reminded me of an article that hung in my college dorm room decades ago which I now keep on my desk in my Mahanoy City office. The article stresses the importance of young people getting involved in our political process. Charlie encouraged young people from all walks of life to get involved in politics. Despite the many obstacles, I strongly encourage today’s young people to get involved in the process. We need you! Replacing Damaged License Plates in Tower City
Thank you to the 30 people who joined Rep. JoAnne Stehr and our teams in Tower City to replace damaged license plates. A special thanks goes to Chief John Boyer who assisted with the event and carried out the plate inspections. We’ll be hosting more of these events soon. See the full list of my upcoming events here. Hegins-Hubley Elementary Students Visit the State Capitol
Students and staff from Hegins-Hubley Elementary School visited our beautiful State Capitol this past Tuesday. Thank you for stopping by! If you are interested in visiting our State Capitol, please reach out to my Harrisburg office. Jacob’s Weissport Historical Society Receives America250PA Grant
Jacob’s Weissport Historical Society was recently awarded a $5,000 America250PA SemiQuin Grant to support their America250PA Community Parade. This funding will help bring the Weissport community together for a celebration on July 4, 2026, featuring the Lehighton Area High School Marching Band, military veterans, civic organizations, and local dignitaries to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Take the Pottsville Community Perception Survey
The Pottsville Area Development Corporation is inviting residents, business owners, and visitors of Pottsville to offer their opinion on a series of questions about the community by taking the following survey. The purpose of this survey is to learn how people feel about the business and residential district and to guide the organization in their revitalization strategies. This survey should take approximately 7-8 minutes. Respondents who share their email at the end of the survey will be entered to win $100 in gift cards from local stores downtown! Tuscarora and Locust Lake Project Updates
The ongoing work at Tuscarora Dam has concluded, which allowed for DCNR to start refilling the lake on Thursday. However, it should be noted that unexpected issues could cause delays. The speed at which the lake refills will largely depend on the weather. DCNR has been working closely with the Fish & Boat Commission regarding fish stocking, which has been delayed. A stocking date will be determined once the lake returns to normal conditions. Additionally, the repaving project for the multi-use trail around Locust Lake State Park is set to start on October 20th. This project will cause a complete closure of the heavily used trail for about 3-4 weeks. This work is essential to repair the trail surface, ensuring public safety while traversing the trail, as well as to replace or repair several culverts. Sign Up for My Veterans E-Newsletter
The October edition of my Veterans E-Newsletter was recently released. You can view it at the link below. In an effort to keep veterans in Schuylkill, Carbon, and Luzerne counties informed about local events, legislative updates from Harrisburg, and state resources, my distributes a veterans e-newsletter every month. If you or someone you know is a veteran, sign up here. Upcoming Senior Scam Seminar in Mahanoy City & Concealed Carry Seminar in McAdooMy office regularly hosts outreach events to connect residents of Schuylkill, Carbon, and Luzerne counties with state services and information. See the full list of my upcoming events here.
Rep. Dane Watro and I are hosting a scam seminar on Tuesday, October 14 at 10 a.m. at the Mahanoy City Senior Center. With scammers becoming increasingly brazen and creative, we all need to be aware of how to protect ourselves from falling prey to these criminals. Please call 570-453-1344 to reserve your spot today.
Rep. Dane Watro and I will also host a concealed carry seminar on Wednesday, October 22nd at the Silverbrook Gun Club in McAdoo. Those interested in attending should RSVP by calling 570-453-1344. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and support the fight for a cure. I recently voted for Senate Bill 88, which expands no-cost breast cancer screenings and ensures follow-up imaging is covered, so no one must delay care because of cost. This bill is currently under consideration by the House of Representatives. Remember that it is important to know your risk! One in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime. Early detection is crucial, as the five-year survival rate for early-stage cases is more than 90%. Learn more here. Penn State Extension AgWorks: Connecting Agricultural Businesses to Workforce Services and Training
Over the next two years, Penn State Extension will offer no-cost workforce training and consulting services to farms and agribusinesses in Pennsylvania. The goal of the project is to help agribusinesses hire, train, and retain a workforce that will allow for growth and prosperity across the agricultural industry. Qualified farms and agribusinesses will work with a Penn State Workforce Consultant to identify individual needs and training for their unique workforce. The Workforce Consultant will then work to match businesses with the necessary training and expertise. These services are made possible through a grant from the Department of Labor and Industry in collaboration with PA CareerLink®. As part of the project, over 90 no-cost webinars will be made available and open to the public. The webinars will primarily focus on human resource operations such as leadership, hiring, business operations, benefits, safety, and ag law-related topics. Additional topics will be added through input from participating farms and agribusinesses. To register for the AgWorks Program, email AgWorks@psu.edu. 9/11 Memorial Trail Anthracite Connector Public Workshops in Pottsville and Lansford
The September 11th National Memorial Trail Association will host two public workshops to discuss the Anthracite Connector portion of the trail, which will stretch from Pottsville to Jim Thorpe, connecting communities throughout the region. The connector will include both new and existing trails and roadways and create new opportunities for recreation, tourism, non-vehicular transportation, and community development and economic growth. The September 11th National Memorial Trail is a 1,500-mile network of trails and roadways than link the World Trade Center site, the Pentagon, and the Flight 93 National Memorial. It is intended as a tribute to the heroes and events of September 11, 2001, and weaves through six states and the District of Columbia. The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 22 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne, and the second will be held on Thursday, October 23 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Panther Valley Junior Senior High School Auditorium. Upcoming Senior Expo in Pottsville, Halloween 5K in Landingville, Trail of Treats Event in Hazleton
Diakon Community Services will host its 15th Annual Senior Expo on Tuesday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fairlane Village Mall. This free event will feature a wide variety of exhibitors to connect seniors to resources throughout our region. My staff will be on hand at this event to help connect you with state resources. For more information, call (570) 622-3018.
Schuylkill Connects is hosting its Annual Spooky Schuylkill 5K Run & Walk on Saturday, October 25. The race kicks off at 10 a.m. To register, click here.
The City of Hazleton’s Department of Parks & Recreation will host their Trail of Treats event at City View Park on Sunday, October 26th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The trail will be lined with booths ran by businesses and community organizations. Make sure to bring a bag for all the candy! Nominate Your Favorite Trail
If you have a favorite trail that provides unique opportunities, encourages and celebrates diverse user groups, or enhances your community, please nominate it for Pennsylvania’s 2026 Trail of the Year. Each year, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) and its Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee (PTAC) designate a Trail of the Year to help build enthusiasm and support for trails and raise public awareness about the economic, environmental and health benefits trails bring. The winning trail will be recognized through a commemorative poster for statewide distribution, a trailhead marker along the trail, and a grant for educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection on the trail. Click here to nominate your favorite trail. The deadline for nomination is Friday, Oct. 31. |
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