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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15h

The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) is concerned about potentially misleading marketing by unlicensed companies, scammers, or those selling limited-benefit health plans.

Read more: insurance.maryland.gov/Consumer/Pag...

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 1d

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Baltimore Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com · 1d

Paul Pinsky, head of Maryland Energy Administration, retires

After nearly 40 years of pushing for progressive change on environmental and educational policy, Maryland Energy Administration leader Paul Pinsky is retiring from public service.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 1d

Special Weather Statement issued November 05, 2025 at 8:35 PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 1d

Delegate Ivey shared a list of food distribution sites in the area today, including these close by:

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 3d

State Resources Website

The State of Maryland has compiled a full list of resources available to federal workers during the government shut down.

You can access this list here: response.maryland.gov/federalpubli...

Maryland Workers Impacted by the Federal Government Shutdown

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 10d

A list of resources for Feds affected by the shutdown.

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Resources Available for Route 1 Workers Affected by the Shutdown Hyattsville Wire

It's been nearly a month since the federal government shutdown, and the Route 1 corridor is feeling the pinch.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 12d

It was great to stop by Nisey’s Boutique @niche5.bsky.social to talk about how we can make sure Mount Rainier businesses can thrive.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 12d

What a great Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat! So many adorable vampires, witches, and more in Mount Rainier.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 13d

The City of Mount Rainier’s Halloween spirit will be on full display as the community gathers for the annual Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25, at 5:30 PM.

The parade will kick off at Richardson Park and conclude at the Thomas S. Stone Elementary School.

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 13d

Great seeing the new mural in front of Joe’s. Not only is it lovely, it is intended to help slow down traffic.

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

💻 Ask an Expert: Applying for Health Care through Maryland Health Connection
Thursday, Nov. 6 | 12–1 p.m.
Get answers directly from our team about applying for coverage, financial help, and what’s new for 2026.

Register here: maryland-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...

Meeting Registration - Zoom

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

💻 Mental Health in Mind
Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 12–1 p.m.
Join us for a conversation about mental health awareness and resources available through your health plan.

👉 Register here: maryland-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...

Meeting Registration - Zoom

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

💻 Changes Coming to Health Insurance and Medicaid
Thursday, Oct. 30 | 1–2 p.m.
Learn about important updates to health insurance and Medicaid programs in Maryland and what they mean for you.
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👉 Register here: maryland-gov.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

Maryland Health Connection is hosting a series of free, virtual webinars to help you get ready for Open Enrollment and stay informed about your health coverage options.

Only the first 300 who register will be able to join — sign up today!

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

Can't wait until the new murals are finished at Joe's! They will be a wonderful addition to our beautiful community.

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Colorful Public Art Coming to Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier Hyattsville Wire

Joe's Movement Emporium is getting a lot more colorful with two new pieces of public art.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 15d

Did you see that there is a Maryland Native Plant Guide for the Piedmont Region?

It was produced through a partnership between UMD Extension, the MD Native Plant Society, the MD Dept. of Natural Resources, and the MD Dept. of Agriculture.

Download here: umd.app.box.com/s/wor658gif8...
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Maryland Native Plant Society - Online Bookstore

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 18d

Bunker Hill Road between 33rd Street and 34th Street Closed from Monday, Oct. 20, to Friday, Oct. 24, for Traffic Calming Mural Installation

Read more: www.mountrainiermd.org/AlertCenter....

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 20d

Great being out at the 10th Annual Zombie Run supporting our local PTAs!

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 22d

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 24d

Sure thing. And I am very supportive of the efforts to look at a comprehensive way to improve our economic environment.

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 24d

The next Qualified Data Center meeting is coming up on October 25.

Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex - Fieldhouse

10:00 AM-12:00 PM

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Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 25d

Joseph Jakuta For Mt. Rainier @joseph4mtrainier.bsky.social · 27d

Stop by the Prince George’s Green Festival at Driskell Park in Hyattsville.