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In this Update:
AAABA Tournament Returns to Johnstown
My family attended the opening night of the AAABA tournament. Best of luck to Martella’s Pharmacy and Mainline Pharmacy in this weekend’s games. ClearWater Conservancy Groundbreaking
Congratulations to ClearWater Conservancy on breaking ground on their newest project, the Hamer Community Conservation Center! West Suburban Little League Advances to Purple Championship
Big shoutout to the West Suburban Little League (WSLL) 12U softball team for their thrilling 1-0 win over the Southwest Region in Round 3 of the Little League Softball World Series! They now advance to play Saturday, August 9 at 5 p.m.. Let’s keep the momentum going – go WSLL! Grand Opening of Fine Wine and Good Spirits
This week, Fine Wine & Good Spirits opened in Ferguson Township, Centre County. National Night Out
It was great to see so many communities across Senate District 35 participate in National Night Out this week. I hope everyone had a fun, safe evening getting to know your local law enforcement and first responder community! Back to School Events in Senate District 35As students and staff prepare to return to school, many community organizations are hosting back to school events across Senate District 35!
In Cambria County, FREE Back-To-School Haircuts for all Cambria County K-12 students, on Saturday, August 16. Registration is required, parents please call (814) 691-1907 or (814) 533-5601 x5897 to register your child.
In Clearfield County, there is an event at 33 Bigler Road, Bigler PA on August 17 from 11am-2pm! Stop by and grab the essentials your student needs for the new school year!
If you can’t make that event, on August 23rd and join the Children’s Aid Society in Clearfield for a free back to school celebration for kids! The event will feature crafts, games, and food, and is open to all families with kids up to age 5. Each participating family will receive a free Sheetz gas gift card! See the flyer below for more details. New Law Extends PA Guard Family Education Benefit
The Military Family Education Program (MFEP) covers the cost of a state college education for dependents of Pennsylvania National Guard members in return for a six-year service obligation. We passed a new law ensuring additional dependents are covered each time the member commits to an additional service obligation. The benefit is an incentive to encourage talented Guard members to continue their service to the commonwealth and nation. Many Guard members who benefited from the MFEP are deciding whether to commit to another six years. Act 32 of 2025 clarifies that a Guard member can receive a new MFEP assistance grant – helping an additional dependent – with each new service obligation. I was proud to support this family benefit for our men and women in uniform. Senate Acts to Ensure More Efficient Government Spending
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission would be able to spend funds more efficiently under legislation passed by the Senate. The aim is to keep costs as low as possible for anglers and boaters. Currently, commission revenues are directed into either the Fish Fund or the Boat Fund, with no crossover permitted. This rigidity has led to inefficiencies and higher costs. Senate Bill 800 permits Fish Fund dollars to be used for expenditures and programs that benefit boaters and Boat Fund dollars to be used for expenditures and programs that benefit anglers, as long as they also benefit the original intent of the respective funds. The bill was sent to the House of Representatives for consideration. How to Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses
Summer is the time for outdoor fun, but heat can cause serious and potentially fatal health problems such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. When it’s sweltering out, avoid heat-related illnesses by limiting activity to mornings and evenings when possible, drinking plenty of fluids and getting out of the sun when necessary. You can learn about spotting symptoms of heat stroke and heat exhaustion here. Planning a PA Capitol Visit
Your Pennsylvania Capitol is not only the seat of state government, it’s also an architectural and artistic treasure to be experienced by citizens from across the commonwealth. Visitors are welcome to explore the building at their leisure on regular weekdays. You can also schedule a tour with a guide. Tours take about 30 to 45 minutes. You can plan a visit and book a tour of this 119-year-old National Historic Landmark here. Farmers Markets: A Great Source of Fresh, Healthy Food
This is National Farmers Market Week. Now’s a great time to visit a farmers market for fresh fruits, vegetables and specialty products. These markets support farmers and provide access to healthy food and flavors you may have never before experienced. Find the best farmers markets near and far at VisitPA or the U.S. Department of Agriculture. |
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