If you plan to vote in the Nov. 5 election, you MUST be registered to vote by Monday, Oct. 7! Visit https://vote.gov/register/florida to find out how to start or update your registration online.  

Today is the first day of MetroWest Giving Hearts Supporting Edgewood Children’s Ranch (ECR). This fundraising drive will end Dec. 6 at noon. We are asking that MetroWest residents donate gift cards from local businesses (in any amount) that ECR can use for ranch and school supplies, family night events, student recognition and other special...

Today is the beginning of Fire Prevention Week. This year’s FPW campaign, This year’s FPW campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. Learn more at https://www.nfpa.org/about-nfpa/press-room/news-releases/2024/latest-us-smoke-alarm-data-reinforces-critical-importance-of-fire-prevention-week

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness about the disease and raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. Visit the American Cancer Society website to find out how you can get involved.

Are you interested in some fun and easy fall craft projects to get you in the autumn spirit? Good Housekeeping has collected 65 fall crafts that are easy to do and will add seasonal cheer to your home: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/craft-ideas/how-to/g2257/creative-fall-craft-ideas/  

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Seasonal flu season is here and it’s more important than ever to get your flu shot. Flu shots are usually free with most insurance coverage. For more information about the seasonal flu vaccine, visit https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/keyfacts.htm

Still looking for some great tailgating recipes for the rest of the football season? Try these Top 50 tailgating recipes from the Food Network. Enjoy! https://www.foodnetwork.com/holidays-and-parties/packages/tailgating/food-networks-top-50-tailgating-recipes