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E-news Updates – July 10, 2026
In this Update: Visit To a Hand-Painted American Flag Spanning Across Two Acres Roots of Revival Sean Feucht America250 Event Chambersburg Fire Department Visit Mercersburg Roundtable Discussion on Tourism Miss Pennsylvania & Rebecca Van der Groef Honored Franklin County Fair Monthly Photo Submission Throwback! Senate Passes Bill to Bring Life-saving Treatments to Market More Quickly […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – July 2, 2026
In this Update: America 250! SR 326 Medal of Honor to Major Richard “Dick” Winters Visit with Josie & Sara at the Capitol Visit with Haley at the Capitol ABC 27 News Interview with Dennis Owens Monthly Photo Submission Throwback! Working to Finalize the State Budget Fairness in Women’s Sports Increasing Accountability of Taxpayer-Funded Childcare […] [Read More]
Senate Calls for Congressional Medal of Honor for Maj. Richard D. Winters
The Senate today unanimously adopted Senate Resolution 326, which urges Congress to recommend Maj. Richard D. Winters for the Congressional Medal of Honor, said Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33), chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. [Read More]
E-news Updates – June 26, 2026
In this Update: Honoring Sam Worley Honoring Alan Gift National Guard Officers Promotions Mastriano Advances National Guard Promotions and Veteran Legislation Franklin County Conservation District 70th Anniversary Banquet Meeting with Ava Burgum Monthly Photo Submission Throwback! Senate Votes to Cut Taxes and Put PA Families First Senate Votes to Support Victims Over Murderers Reducing the […] [Read More]
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Check out my interview from this morning on NEWS TALK 103.7 FM!
We discussed the state budget, Senator McCormick’s event with President Trump, the Culbertson family’s American flag field, the tragic death of Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Pahira and how that horrific event may have been prevented, as well as my Roundtable Discussion on Tourism in Mercersburg, PA
July 10th - Birthday - Theologian and founder of Presbyterianism, John Calvin (1509-1564) was born in Noyon, France.
July 10, 1943 – The Allied invasion of Italy began with an attack on the island of Sicily. The British entry into Syracuse was the first Allied success in Europe. General Dwight D. Eisenhower labeled the invasion “the first page in the liberation of the European Continent.”
🚧 Weekend Traffic Alert
Traveling on I-81 in southern Franklin County this weekend? Plan ahead!
🛣️ Northbound I-81 near the Maryland state line will have a right lane restriction beginning Friday at 7 p.m. through Monday at 6 a.m. as crews install concrete barrier at the Milnor Road overpass.
🚜 Southbound paving is also scheduled to begin Friday night as work continues on the I-81 resurfacing project.
⚠️ Expect delays, slow down in work zones, and watch for crews.
📲 Check traffic conditions before you travel with 511PA.
🚧 Biglerville drivers: Road work is about to begin!
Starting Thursday, July 16, prep work begins on Route 234 (York Street) and Route 34 (North Main Street).
🚦 Expect:
• Lane restrictions
• Flagging operations
• Brief traffic stoppages
The project includes resurfacing, drainage improvements, ADA curb ramps, and more. Please slow down and use extra caution in work zones to help keep crews and fellow travelers safe.
📅 Expected completion: July 2, 2027.
One of the greatest blessings of serving the people of Pennsylvania`s 33rd District is getting to work alongside an outstanding team.
Here we took a few minutes to visit one of the finest fire companies in our district, and it reminded me that public service is never a one-person effort. While my name may be on the door, it is my staff who helps make it all happen every single day. Their dedication, and genuine care for our constituents are the reason our offices are able to serve so many people so well.
THROWBACK THURSDAY: The night before the ground war began, I paused beside a destroyed Iraqi tank. My unit, the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment, had crossed into Iraq a full day before the official start of the ground offensive, helping lead the coalition`s advance into enemy territory. #ThrowbackThursday
There’s something special about the Franklin County Fair. 🇺🇸❤️
For generations, families have gathered here to celebrate our agricultural heritage, support our hardworking farmers and 4-H and FFA youth, and make memories that last a lifetime. From the barns to the midway, the sights, sounds, and traditions remind us of the values that have always made our community strong.
In a world that changes so quickly, the Franklin County Fair remains a place where neighbors come together, traditions live on, and the American spirit shines bright.
Here`s to another year of making memories, honoring our roots, and celebrating all that makes Franklin County such a special place.
God bless Franklin County, and God bless America! 🇺🇸🌽🎡
