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From the Council Office of Steve Rao
November 23, 2022
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Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes. | |
Remember, Saturday, Nov. 26th is Small Business Saturday! Support your Small Businesses!
I will be visiting small businesses on Saturday!
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My Message on JFK:
https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/869555100703258
During these turbulent and divisive times, I cannot think of a better time than now than to remember and be inspired by this dynamic, visionary American President, who dared Americans to be bold, to dream, and that we are stronger when we are united.
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Town Administrative Offices, Cedar Fork Community Center and MAFC closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday. | |
NOV 23 TRANSPORTATION ALERT
The Town of Morrisville is notifying residents and travelers about upcoming night work that will take place at the intersection of Morrisville Carpenter Road and Davis Drive on Wednesday, Nov. 23, beginning at 7 p.m. The work is scheduled to end no later than 2 a.m. the morning of Nov 24.
As the Morrisville Carpenter Road improvements project is coming to an end, subsurface signal cables need to be installed. There are four lanes on westbound Morrisville Carpenter Road at this intersection, and the contractor will need to install pavement signal cables below the final asphalt surface. This is in preparation for final paving that is scheduled to commence on Monday, Nov. 28.
During the duration of this work residents should expect intermittent noise.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your cooperation and understanding while this work is being completed.
https://www.townofmorrisville.org/Home/Components/News/News/1953/16
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BLASTING ON MCRIMMON PARKWAY
Be advised that blasting will occur on Wednesday, Nov. 23, beginning at 10 a.m., at 218 Southport Drive.
Blasting will occur within 150 feet of McCrimmon Parkway. Travelers may need to find alternate routes if roads are closed during blasting operations.
Permits are good for 60 days. Blasting could occur within 60 days from this date. For questions or concerns contact the Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department at 919-463-6122.
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Book your Call with Santa Claus for Dec 7th 6 pm to 8 pm!
Dec 2nd is Deadline!
See This Week in Morrisville Section!
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Thanks to everyone who came out to the Western Wake Farmers Market Pre Thanksgiving Market! | |
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Komal, Sonia, Rayan and I wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Enjoy your time with family and friends, take some time to relax, and make sure you eat as much as you can.
As we celebrate with our loved ones, let us take the time to thank those who serve others selflessly, like our First Responders, Police, and United Stated Soldiers.
Take any opportunity to thank these folks, and also any non profits, and organizations who feed the hungry and house the homeless during the Holiday season. We are grateful for their huge hearts and thank them for reminding us that the love and light in our hearts can truly brighten what sometimes seems like a very dark world.
During this Thanksgiving, we also are mindful of any family who has lose a loved one, due to any illness or tragedy, and pray this Thanksgiving for the family of Hailey Brooks, the 11 year old girl who lost her life at the Raleigh Christmas Parade.
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.
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HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday in the United States, and Thanksgiving 2022 occurs on Thursday, November 24. In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states. It wasn’t until 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, that President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November.
Read More at: https://www.history.com/topics/thanksgiving/history-of-thanksgiving
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BRIERPOINT HOSTS FIRST RESPONDER THANKSGIVING BREAKFAST
Thanks to Brierpoint Senior Living for hosting a First Responder Breakfast. The Facility is beautiful!
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THANKSGIVING HOMETOWN HEROES: | |
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“Ask Not what your Country can do for you, but what you can do for your Country”.
- Jan. 20, 1961 Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy
It is very inspiring when we see our own community living out President Kennedy’s Call to service 59 years after his first and only inaugural address and call to service to the nation. Immigrants from India, now engaged citizens, dedicated to community service. Democracy at its Best!
I wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some organizations who exemplify the words of selfless community service.
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SEWA DIWALI FOOD DRIVE
The rising inflation and food cost made many underprivileged families go to sleep hungry.
Sewa Diwali is the noble initiative to feed those families. 40+ local, and 364+ national organizations are collectively making their efforts to collect the non-perishable food items to feed America.
With joyful Dussehra and Diwali festivities in the month of October(Hindu Heritage Month), Darshana Exhibition and with holiday season coming ahead, many organizations from the RTP, including all major Hindu temples of the area launched #SewaDiwali 2022, a food donation drive which was held from Sept 24 to Nov 20, 2022. The Idea is to collaborate during the months of October-November every year to support local food-banks as part of our community giveback. Sewa Diwalie not only raised more than 4000lbs of non-perishables but also brought awareness about “Service to Humanity is Service to Divinity” among the community.
It was an incredible honor to be there at the Celebration last Saturday with volunteers and youth combined of all the participating organizations, who contributed their countless hours of time and energy to Sewa Diwali Food Drive 2022.
We are incredibly thankful for your unconditional and ongoing support to our Morrisvillians for making life better in Morrisville and beyond and for the entire Triangle Region.
WE look forward to supporting this noble cause in the future and to continue to set a great example to our children that true transformation of our communities, comes from the lighr and love of our hearts.
Thanks to Sewa Diwali, HSS, Triangle Area Hindu Temples Hindu Society of NC, and all of the organizations for their outstanding work.
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MORRISVILLE INDIAN ASSOCIATION and KITTS CREEK PROVIDE FREE LUNCH TO STAFF!
A HUGE thank you to the Morrisville Indians and Kitts Creek community for providing lunch to Town staff today. We are thankful for all of our residents that make Morrisville a great place to live, work and play.
Insights From Morrisville Indians and Kitts Creek Group:
https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/497073929054696
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Suicide Prevention Line to 988 |
On Saturday, July 16, the U.S. will transition the 10-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to 988 – an easy-to-remember three-digit number for 24/7 crisis care.
The lifeline, which also links to the Veterans Crisis Line, follows a three-year joint effort by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to put crisis care more in reach for people in need.
Starting tomorrow, simply calling or texting 988 or chatting https://988Lifeline.org will connect you to compassionate care and support for mental health-related distress. #988Lifeline
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Join us on Radio Nyra on Sunday at 4 pm for our interview with HSS on Darsana Exhibit. 99.9HD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM!
Join us on Radio Nyra Sundays at 4pm for interesting interviews with local thought leaders
99.9FMHD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM!
Great Radio Nyra interview with North Carolina Asian Americans Together on elections!
https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/692128012047450/?t=21
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Great US Open Roku TV Interview with Andy Andrews!
https://youtu.be/-Uy7aX-M2AI?t=79
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On the Porch with Randy Voller on WCHL 97.9 FM!
https://chapelboro.com/?s=on+the+porch
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WPTF Steve O'Bryan show on the Dream Act and DACA!
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Get with the Program with Gary Jones!
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Tune in on Friday at 7 pm and Sunday at 4 pm to PBS Carolinas Black Issues Forum for our engaging discussions on trending topics!
Engaging Discussion on PBS Carolinas Black Issues Forum on Affirmative Action, Election Security and other matters.
Link to the show:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BIOR-ih-Fg
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This Week in Morrisville: November 21st - 28th | |
Thanksgiving Holiday
The Town of Morrisville administrative offices, Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center, Cedar Fork Community Center, and Morrisville Senior Center will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, for Thanksgiving. Cedar Fork Community Center will also be closed on Saturday, Nov. 26, as will the Western Wake Farmers’ Market. The market will be moved to Tuesday, Nov. 22, from 3-6 p.m.
Police, fire, and rescue services will remain available. For life-threatening or in-progress emergencies, call 911.
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Register Your Child to Receive a Call from Santa
Has your little one been naughty or nice? Register to have Santa Claus give them a call. All calls will be made on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 6-8 p.m. While Santa will leave a message if no one answers, please note that no makeup calls will be made. If you have multiple children who would like a call from Santa, please fill out separate forms for each child. Santa calls are intended for children 10 and under.
Please submit forms by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, to receive a call from Santa!
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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics to be Offered November 16 and 30
Wake County Public Health is sponsoring free COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout the region. On Nov. 16 and 30, vaccine clinics will be offered at the Western Health and Human Services Center (Wake County), 111 James Jackson Ave., Cary, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointment is required. Vaccines are available to adults and children, free of charge. No identification or insurance is needed. Click here to get details about the vaccines offered or to find other free vaccine clinics.
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Registration Now Open for Winter Athletics
Registration for youth winter athletics, including boys’ and girls’ basketball, is now open. Browse class offerings, which are separated by age, on ActiveNet.
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Morrisville Youth Invited to Enter Stormwater Photo Contest
Calling all amateur high school-age photographers! Help us achieve our goal of increasing public education regarding stormwater, showcase your talents, and win a gift card by entering the 2022 Town of Morrisville Stormwater Photo Contest. This year’s theme is “We are all downstream.” The deadline for entries is Wednesday, Nov. 30. Click here for more information, official rules, and an entry form.
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Residents Invited to Complete Survey on Morrisville Parks before November 30
The Town of Morrisville Community Enhancement team wants your input on which parks and amenities are the most important to you. Your feedback may be used to influence maintenance practices at various parks and greenways across Morrisville this winter. We appreciate any time you can provide in answering this survey, which can be found here. The survey will close on Nov. 30.
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Small Businesses Invited to Complete Town Outreach Survey
The Town of Morrisville is developing a small business outreach and engagement program. The goals of the program are to:
- Develop a pathyway for ongoing and open communication between the Town and small businesses.
- Understand the needs and barriers to small business success in Morrisville.
- Provide programs and services that support small businesses in Morrisville.
This survey was developed as the first piece of the engagement process. It will be open until Nov. 23. The data collected will be analyzed by Town staff to build program tools that support small businesses in the community. All answers will remain confidential. Click here to complete the survey.
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Morrisville to Host Tree Lighting Ceremony December 2
Join us as we kick off the holiday season with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 2, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive. Santa Claus and the Town Council will count down the lighting of the tree, followed by more fun and entertainment. Trader Joe’s will also be sharing seasonal beverages. Limited parking will be available in the Town Hall parking lot, and a shuttle will be running from Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050 Town Hall Drive. Shuttle service is encouraged.
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Scheduled Blasting to Re-Route Traffic
Residents are advised that blasting will occur on Monday, Nov. 21, at 218 Southport Drive. Blasting will occur within 150 feet of McCrimmon Parkway. Travelers may need to find alternate routes if roads are closed during blasting operations.
Blasting could occur within 60 days from this date. For questions or concerns, contact the Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department at (919) 463-6122.
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Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center Hosting 'Maintain, Don't Gain' Program for Holidays
The Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center (MAFC) is hosting its annual community challenge to help participants maintain their weight and stay healthy through the holiday season. “Maintain, Don’t Gain” will run through Jan. 6, and it will include fitness classes, fitness challenges, and regular weigh-ins. Everyone who completes the challenge will be entered into a drawing for prizes, which include personal training sessions, a one-month membership, special entry into classes, and swag. Those who wish to participate must register at the front desk at the MAFC, 1301 Morrisville Parkway, by Nov. 21.
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Now Hiring: Join the MAFC Team
The Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center is currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Senior Aquatics Specialist (FT)
- Marketing & Membership Coordinator
Both positions provide benefits. Learn more and apply here. The Town is offering financial incentives for part-time lifeguards who can work during the day in the off-season. Experienced swim instructors, as well as, day and early evening desk staff are needed. Learn more and apply here.
Free Lending Library Installed at Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center
The Town of Morrisville has a new lending library! The Dedicated to Our Community North Carolina (DOC NC) volunteer group created and installed a wooden lending library at the Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center over this past weekend. The DOC NC team has pledged to build, paint and install several little libraries on different locations within Morrisville. Stop by the new library and pick up a book on your way to getting your exercise in!
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Now Hiring: Join the Public Works Team
The Town of Morrisville Public Works Department has three exciting career opportunities open now. Join one of only three North Carolina municipalities with an American Public Works Association (APWA) accredited Public Works Department. We are looking for individuals to serve in our Streets Maintenance, Athletics Maintenance, and Grounds Maintenance divisions. For more information click on the following links:
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Morrisville Smart Shuttle Service is Now Operating! |
The Morrisville Smart Shuttle, the Town’s newest public transit service, allows riders to request a pick-up or drop-off from one of 15 nodes, or stops, located around the Town using the Smart Shuttle application on their smartphone.
Watch this short video on how to use the Morrisville Smart Shuttle App by clicking here!
The service runs seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Additional details on the Morrisville Smart Shuttle visit TownofMorrisville.org/SmartShuttle
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MAFC Smart Shuttle Node Now Available |
The Morrisville Smart Shuttle node at the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center is now open and available for rides.
With the new MAFC node, the service will connect residents with 15 locations in Morrisville. An additional node is located at the Regional Transit Center near RTP. A Morrisville Smart Shuttle rider can arrange their pick-up and drop-off from their computer or smartphone. Learn more and download the app here.
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Shop Local at the Western Wake Farmers' Market
The Western Wake Farmers' Market (WWFM) offers healthy and fresh food and goods from small and local businesses from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. every Saturday. Visit http://wwfm.ag/ to see a complete list of local vendors and shop local.
The market will be closed on Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Fire Station 3
Signed the Beam and New Fire Station 3!
My Insights on Fire Station 3:
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Spiritual and Emotional Health Symposium
Thanks to TAHTS for hosting Spiritual and Emotional Health Symposium at BAPS!
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Small Business Listening Tour: | |
This week I continued by Small Business Listening Tour with visits to a few Small Businesses. Send me an email at sr@steverao.com to book a Business Listening visit to your company. | |
GLOBAL AND NATIONAL UPDATES: | |
THE LATEST NEWS AND WEEK AHEAD | |
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Police have identified victims of the Colorado LGBTQ night club shooting.
• Who were they? Daniel Aston, Raymond Green Vance, Kelly Loving, Derrick Rump and Ashley Paugh — two of whom were transgender — were killed Saturday night in Colorado Springs.
• The latest: The 22-year-old suspect was charged with murder and hate crimes yesterday. He had a troubled past hidden by a name change as a teen.
• What else to know: An Army veteran helped tackle the gunman and stop the rampage.
A devastating earthquake hit Indonesia yesterday.
• What to know: At least 268 people died, officials said today. The 5.6-magnitude quake was felt in Jakarta, the capital city, but hit hardest in a region dozens of miles away.
• Indonesia frequently gets earthquakes, but this would be the deadliest this year. It’s also monsoon season, when the country tends to be hit by dangerous natural disasters.
Russia is struggling to make territorial advances in Ukraine.
• How we know: A new Post analysis shows that Russian forces haven’t taken more than 1,000 square miles in a week since April. (We visualized this here.)
• The bigger picture: Russia still controls about 17% of Ukrainian territory, mainly in the east and south, and both sides are gearing up to keep fighting well into next year.
Tomorrow will be one of the busiest travel days of the year.
• If you’re flying: Expect long lines, especially at Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth and Denver airports. However, airlines say they’ve been hiring aggressively and expect less chaos than this summer.
• If you’re driving: Traffic will peak tomorrow afternoon. For the return trip, avoid driving between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Scientists are working on lab-made antibodies to fight the coronavirus.
• The idea: These treatments, known as monoclonal antibodies, target vulnerable parts of the virus and can help prevent severe disease in at-risk people.
• What’s new? Existing therapies are losing their healing power against new virus variants, so researchers are developing treatments that work better against mutations.
The U.S. men’s soccer team tied its World Cup opener against Wales.
• The details: A first-half goal by winger Tim Weah was canceled out by a late penalty kick from Welsh star Gareth Bale for a 1-1 game in Qatar.
• What it means: The U.S. will probably need to beat Group B favorite England on Friday or Iran next Tuesday to advance to the knockout stage of the tournament.
NASA’s Orion spacecraft reached the moon yesterday.
• What happened? The capsule passed within 81 miles of the lunar surface in an orbit around the moon, five days after launching from the Kennedy Space Center.
• Why it matters: This unmanned flight is a key step in the space agency’s plan to return astronauts to the moon within a few years.
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Girl Killed In Raleigh Christmas Parade
A young girl performing in a North Carolina Christmas parade died after a driver lost control of a vehicle towing a float in the procession and hit her.
A GMC Denali had been pulling a float for the CC & Co. Dance in the Raleigh Christmas Parade when the driver began shouting he had lost control of the vehicle, ABC 11 reported.
Raleigh Police later identified Landen C. Glass, 20, as the driver, according to CBS 17.
Glass, of Goode, Va., is facing charges of misdemeanor death by motor vehicle, careless and reckless driving, improper equipment, unsafe movement and carrying a firearm in a parade,
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MacKenzie Scott Donates $18 million to Durham Public Schools
Durham Public Schools (DPS) announced it received an $18 million unsolicited grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
“Ms. Scott’s recent gifts to public and charitable organizations have been focused on fostering equity, opportunity and achievement for American communities,” said Dr. Pascal Mubenga, Superintendent of DPS. “We are pleased and humbled that Ms. Scott has taken note of DPS’s commitment to embrace, educate and empower each student.”
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Tune in on Friday at 7 pm and Sunday at 4 pm to PBS Carolinas Black Issues Forum for our engaging discussions on trending topics!
Please watch for the Black Issues Forum on UNC-TV! Fridays at 7 pm and Sundays at 4 pm!
Engaging Discussion on PBS Carolinas Black Issues Forum on Affirmative Action, Election Security and other matters.
Link to the Show:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BIOR-ih-Fg
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PBS NC
- Fridays at 7 p.m. (premiere)
- Sundays at 4 p.m.
- Thursdays at 1:30 a.m.
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NC Channel
- Fridays at 8:30 p.m.
- Saturdays at 1:30 a.m.
- Sundays at 6 p.m.
- Mondays at 12 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.
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Sunday at 4 pm for our Radio Nyra Interview | |
Join us on Radio Nyra on Sunday at 4 pm for our interview with HSS on Darsana Exhibit. 99.9HD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM!
Join me every Sunday at 4pm for a new show. 99.9FMHD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM!
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Nov 21 Wake County Commissioner Meeting 2 pm!
Sig Hutchison’s last meeting!
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NC Tech Association AWARDS Nov 29th 6 pm Raleigh Convention Center! | |
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Dec 2 Holiday Tree Lighting 6 pm Indian Creek Trail!. | |
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Radio NYRA
Join me Sunday 4 PM on Radio NYRA for another update on local issues.
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99.9FMHD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM! Listen at www.radionyrausa.com!
99.9FM HD4, 101.9 FM and 1490 AM!
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Join us every Friday on World Edition at 10 am for the Great America Project Panel where we discuss how we rebuild Americas' image with leaders from around the country and world.
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Council Member Rao holds office hours on Friday from 12:00-1:00 PM by appointment only at 100 Town Hall Drive in Morrisville.
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Council Member Steve Rao
Town of Morrisville
Dedicated to transforming Morrisville into an ideal place to work and raise a family!
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