It is an honor to work for you and the residents of our district and I take great pride in representing you in Harrisburg. I am aware of the challenges that face our state and I am dedicated to facing those challenges so that together, we can make our communities the best that they can be. As a way for you to keep up with the work that is happening on your behalf, check the stories listed below, and as always, feel free to  contact my office for more information about these stories or if I may assist you with any state-related matter.

Soldier killed in Iraq up for new honor
From The Altoona Mirror
HOLLIDAYSBURG - A state House committee will consider a bill Wednesday that would rename a borough bridge in honor of a native son who was killed while serving in Iraq.

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Proposed regional digester not liked by everyone
From The Altoona Mirror
MARTINSBURG - More than 10 years ago, a group of Morrisons Cove residents started work on plans to treat the massive amount of manure produced by the area's agriculture industry.

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Stern: Ban blizzard
From The Altoona Mirror
A "legal high" blamed in deaths across Pennsylvania is one step closer to a statewide ban, the bill's prime sponsor said Tuesday.

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