November 27, 2020 - Though the Capitol has been closed to the public for most of this year, my staff is hard at work preparing for the upcoming legislative session. Though session will surely look different this year due to the ongoing global pandemic, we are still focused on the needs of the state and our constituents. Please reach out to my office if you have any needs or concerns. 

Here are five things happening around your state: 

1. Neches High School Volleyball wins state championship for third year

November 25, 2020 - It’s healthcare enrollment season, a time to protect you and your loved ones by considering your insurance coverage options. “This year more than ever before, having healthcare coverage is one of the most important things you can do for your family,” said Jeff Patterson, Nacogdoches Medical Center CEO. “If you’re not covered by an employer, the Health Insurance Marketplace has many affordable plans to cover essential health benefits, pre-existing conditions and preventive care services.”

From left: Council Members Cathy Atkinson, Steve Cockrell, Jessie Griffith, Frank Cooper, and Mike Cummings, Jr.

November 24, 2020 – This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends – either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year. To make sure your Thanksgiving meal is prepared safely, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering food safety advice to reduce foodborne illness, including on Thanksgiving Day.

November 20, 2020 - Holiday season is coming and so are big meals, sweets and more. It’s a time when many tend to overindulge. And we’ve endured months of a pandemic that has changed our eating and drinking habits. It’s a good time to consider our risk for prediabetes.