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E-news Updates – May 29, 2026
In this Update: Rolling Green Memorial Day Service Pennsylvania Families Should Not Foot the Bill for Big Tech’s AI Boom Tobyhanna Depot Tour Throwback! New Law Requires AEDs at School Sports Events Midwifery Modernization Law Supports Mothers and Babies Improving Stream Maintenance, Reducing Flood Hazards Hearing Examines Bill Ensuring Lead-Free Drinking Water in Schools Senior […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – May 22, 2026
In this Update: Mission of Mercy Open House Go Girls Go 5K! EMS Week Certificate Presentation at Fayetteville Vol. Fire Dept. Throwback! Senate Acts to Tighten Safety Standards for Operating Big Rigs New Medical and Health Professional Loans Support Graduate Students Local Groups Can Apply for Watershed Restoration Grants Explore Our Rivers and Lakes with […] [Read More]
E-news Updates – May 15, 2026
In this Update: Nominated by President Trump to be U.S Ambassador to Slovakia Anti-Semitism Roundtable Discussion South Mountain Golf Course Re-Opening Darrel M. Sipe Opticians & Hearing Aids Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening of Pixlel Ribbon Cutting Welcome Summer Interns Talya & Maddie! Throwback! Cutting Costs for PA Families by Ending Outdated Emissions Testing Ending State […] [Read More]
News for Veterans – May 2026
In this Update: Sergeant First Class George Baker, Jr. – Korean War Veteran Ceremony Veterans’ Benefits & Services Honoring The Life of MSG Ben Bitner Fourth Annual Women Veterans Day Commemoration Requiring Public Schools to Display the POW/MIA Flag Amputee and Paralyzed Veterans Pension Program Improving Veteran Access to Homeownership Sergeant First Class George Baker, […] [Read More]
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May 31st, 1889 - Johnstown Flood kills over 2,200 Pennsylvanians.
The catastrophic failure of the South Fork Dam, located 14 miles upstream, released 20 million tons of water into Johnstown, Pennsylvania, killing over 2,200 people (often cited as 2,208 to 2,300+). The disaster followed days of heavy rain, causing a 60-foot wall of debris to strike the city.
May 30th, 1783 - Pennsylvania Evening Post became 1st daily printed newspaper in the US.
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May 29, 1787 - At the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia the Virginia Plan was proposed calling for a new government consisting of a legislature with two houses, an executive chosen by the legislature and a judicial branch.
May 29th – Patrick Henry Birthday
Patrick Henry, a towering figure of the American Revolution and arguably the colonies` most passionate orator, was born on May 29, 1736, at Studley Plantation in Hanover County, Virginia. Known for his "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech, he was a key figure in fighting British taxation and serving as Virginia`s first governor.
It was an honor to visit Tobyhanna Army Depot on May 21 and present the Pennsylvania Freedom Medal to several outstanding members of Team Tobyhanna for their dedication, leadership, and service.
🏅 Corey Katsak, Nicholas Paras, and Chris Volch were recognized for their contributions to advancing Tobyhanna’s manufacturing mission.
🏅 Nick Caprioli and Mark Sgobba were honored for their work supporting the depot’s microelectronics mission.
🏅 Depot Commander Benjamin L. Kilgore was recognized for his leadership and unwavering service to our nation.
Pennsylvania is stronger because of the hardworking men and women serving at Tobyhanna Army Depot. Congratulations to each of these deserving recipients.
THROWBACK THURSDAY: During my time as a Professor at the U.S. Army War College, I lead officers from the Canadian Army`s Tactics School on a staff ride of the Gettysburg Battlefield. Through our study of leadership, decision-making, and combat operations, this battlefield remains one of the world`s premier classrooms for us as military professionals. #ThrowbackThursday
