CAPITOL NOTES

The second regular session of the 58th Legislature began Monday at noon. Members of the Senate, as well as statewide elected and appointed officials, joined us on the House floor to hear Governor Stitt’s fourth State of the State address.

Tecumseh Golden Age Center

The center was decked out in red for the month of February because we had Valentine treats and door prizes on Feb. 14th. We were closed 3 days for bad weather, and had our heating system and our walk-in freezer repaired.

Senate Review

We’ve kicked off another legislative session, and even more so this year, we’ve hit the ground running. Our Senate committees have already started meeting and vetting legislation, and we aren’t looking to slow down anytime soon.

Mutterings Of Tongue Twisters And Soliloquies

“...sure me thought her eyes had lost her tongue, For she did speak in starts distractedly.” Watch me murmuring random half sentences, abruptly stare off into space, and start again, and you might think William Shakespeare was describing me with those lines.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor: I’ve seen this movie before (Written 12-16-20---never more applicable than today) No joke; I ordered a cyclist glasses clip-on rear view mirror. Oh, how I wish I could once more mount the old Schwinn and explore the streets and bike paths of Shawnee.

Results of Endless Government Spending

Under Democratic control of the White House and Congress, our nation has broken records -- for the worse. Most recently, through irresponsible and unsustainable government spending, the U.S. national debt exceeded $30 trillion for the first time.

Hunkered Down In The Campervan

We’re stuck in Clarabelle the Campervan parked beside the Colorado River, aka The River. The opposite bank is California. Normally, camping here offers a gorgeous stretch of rocky shoreline and palm trees. This trip Mr.

Gearing Up For The 58th Legislature

The second session of the 58th Legislature began Monday, Feb. 7, and House members and staff finalizing our preparations. Session officially began on Monday, Feb. 7 at noon. We heard Gov.

Students Speak Out On Effects Of Coronavirus

Conversation, close quarters, and chaos are all expected when walking into a public school. What once was seen as normal is now surrounded by controversy and debate. Like most places, schools have also been impacted by COVID-19. One school, in particular, is Tecumseh High School.

Tax Filing Tips

Last week was the start of tax filing season with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This can be a difficult process, especially since the pandemic has posed unique challenges, but I wanted to provide you with some tips to speed tax return processing and refund delivery.