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On June 2, 2025, Sergeant of the Guard Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay took his final walk as a Tomb Guard at Arlington National Cemetery. In a powerful farewell, he laid roses at each crypt of the Unknown Soldiers, then walked off the plaza hand in hand with his 8-year-old son, Finn.
On our street, everyone is welcome. Together, letās build a world where every person and family feels loved and respected for who they are. Happy #PrideMonth!
The move to drop CDC's COVID vaccine rec for pregnant moms ignores the data. Kids <6 months have COVID hospitalization rates similar to 65-74 yr-olds. Maternal vaccination is their only protection.
Sensible policies to #MAHA should prioritize both the elderly and infants.
Today, the COVID vaccine for healthy children and healthy pregnant women has been removedĀ from @CDCgov recommended immunization schedule. Bottom line: itāsĀ common sense and itāsĀ good science. We are now one step closer to realizing @POTUSāsĀ promise to Make America Healthy Again.
I took my son to leave some flowers on @NEStatePatrol Trooper McAcy patrol vehicle.
At the end, he asked if we could sit in the car and wait for him to come home. I explained not today, but maybe soon we will see a Trooper & can say hi. Thanks #302 for your dedication.
Important update from Broken Bow after this morningās explosion at the power plant: custercountychief.com/news/pā¦
Thankfully there were only minor injuries, but a frigid night with some residents without power is going to be dangerous.
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In Evansville, Indiana, learning about their new āCareMobile,ā which will deliver free mobile prenatal care, and care for infants up to 1 year of age. They are truly meeting the community where they are, to improve maternal and child health!š¤°š½š¶š¼
Letās get this party started. Got (4) of these mini helmets signed by @JasonKelce. Weāll give away one during each quarter of the game. RT for a chance to win.
The Trump admin has cancelled the panels that approve NIH grants, & is banning scientists from communicating with the public, attending conferences, & hiring.
NIH is the worldās largest funder of biomedical research. This will halt discovery of lifesaving treatments. Devastating
U.S. childrenās vaccination rates are plummeting. Yet globally, the countries with the highest life expectancies all share one common factor: vaccination rates exceed those of the United States. We simply canāt āMake America Healthy Againā by āMaking America Unvaccinated Again.ā
ENDANGERED MISSING ADVISORY: Please Share
Knox County Sheriff's Office, is searching for Holden Duncan, 11, w/m, 4'3", 80 lbs, with sandy brown hair, hazel eyes, and black long-sleeved shirt, black sweatpants, and black Nike shoes with a white "swoosh".
Emergency Management Tip for Newcomers: Build Strong Relationships
Starting a career in emergency management can be both exciting and overwhelming. One of the most valuable pieces of advice I received is to focus on building relationships. š§µ
Remember, the strength of your professional network can significantly impact your effectiveness in emergency management. Invest time in building and nurturing these relationships ā it will pay off in the long run.
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3.Community Trust: Establishing trust with the communities you serve is crucial. Engage with them regularly, listen to their concerns, and include them in preparedness planning.
2.Knowledge Sharing: By connecting with experienced professionals, you can gain insights and learn best practices that textbooks canāt teach. Donāt hesitate to ask questions and seek mentorship.