The Economic Recovery for Restaurants
As the omicron variant creates further challenges for the economic recovery of the restaurant industry, I’m fighting for additional relief to help North Carolina restaurants keep their doors open.
Free N95 Masks
Last week, President Biden announced 400 million free N95 masks would be distributed across the country to any American who wants one. More information on how Wake County residents can pick up their free N95 masks can be found here: https://www.wakegov.com/news/wake-county-public-health-add-additional-locations-n95-mask-distribution
Wake County Teachers
North Carolina is dedicated to public education, and we have our outstanding teachers to thank for that. For the 16th year in a row, Wake County has the most nationally certified teachers of any school district.
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
The newly launched NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope will allow us to look back over 13.5 billion years. After a successful million-mile journey, #JWST has reached its orbit where it will eventually begin collecting data and capture its first image.
Roe v. Wade
As we mark 49 years since SCOTUS passed down its landmark ruling in Roe v. Wade, women’s fundamental right to reproductive freedom has never been in more peril. We must continue our fight to protect women’s reproductive freedom in face of state-level attacks here in North Carolina and from Texas to Mississippi.
Winter Storm
A winter storm is moving through our area today. Stay safe and avoid leaving your home today as more snow is expected this afternoon and evening.
Free N95 Mask
Wake County Public Health is now offering a free N95 mask to residents. N95 masks provide more protection than cloth and surgical masks. Masks will be distributed at five locations across Wake County as well as at testing sites and vaccination clinics for those who have appointments.
COVID-19 Testing Kits
The White House website to order rapid COVID-19 testing kits launched today. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to receive four free at-home testing kits. Please consider ordering your tests now so you have them when you need them.
MLK Day
Today, we remember the lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King committed his life to fighting for justice for all people — for a future in which people could live free from prejudice and oppression. This is a fight we must carry on, and dedicate ourselves to fighting for fairness, justice, and opportunity […]
Local Critical Blood Shortage
The local American Red Cross is facing a critical blood shortage. Consider donating blood to help save lives this weekend at one of their community blood drives.