Virginia DMV and TSA Remind Virginians to Plan Ahead to Obtain a REAL ID

DMV has issued more than 4 million Virginia REAL IDs RICHMOND – With the May 7, 2025, REAL ID federal enforcement deadline fast approaching, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) joined the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Washington Dulles International Airport today to remind Virginians to avoid the last-minute rush and apply for a… Read More Virginia DMV and TSA Remind Virginians to Plan Ahead to Obtain a REAL ID

AARP Virginia Statement on Customer Service Changes Announced by the Social Security Administration

RICHMOND_ AARP Virginia State Director Jim Dau issued the following statement related to customer service changes announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA): “The Social Security Administration’s abrupt decision to require in-person identity verification will create unnecessary hurdles for older Americans. Older Virginians frequently say that transportation is one of their biggest challenges, and now… Read More AARP Virginia Statement on Customer Service Changes Announced by the Social Security Administration

Leading History Organizations Condemn Federal Censorship of American History

WASHINGTON, DC — The American Historical Association (AHA) and the Organization of American Historians (OAH) have released a joint statement condemning “recent efforts to censor historical content on federal government websites, at many public museums, and across a wide swath of government resources that include essential data.” “Our professional ethics require that ‘all historians believe in honoring… Read More Leading History Organizations Condemn Federal Censorship of American History

FEMA Teams Visiting Kentucky Neighborhoods Affected by February Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky –Kentucky residents are starting to see FEMA crews in neighborhoods, helping those affected by the February severe storms and flooding apply for federal disaster assistance in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike and Simpson counties.   FEMA personnel are visiting the disaster affected areas to help homeowners… Read More FEMA Teams Visiting Kentucky Neighborhoods Affected by February Flooding

Kentucky February 2025 Flooding Recovery Update

FEMA on the Ground: (ABOVE) A FEMA specialist helps a survivor with the application at the Disaster Recovery Center in Knott County.  By the Numbers: As of March 4, FEMA has approved more than $9.4 million in housing and other types of assistance to more than 1,200 Kentucky households. More applications are being processed daily. FAQ of the Day:… Read More Kentucky February 2025 Flooding Recovery Update