Maryann Pugh

U.S. Agencies Unveil National One Health Framework to Combat Zoonotic Diseases WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), alongside the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of th […]

Your Chance to Save Wildlife Through Art: Spotlight on the Barn Owl in 2026 Contest HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced the 2026 “Working Together for Wildlife” Art Contest, inviting artists to showca […]

Treasury and IRS Propose Rules Mandating Automatic Enrollment in New Retirement Plans WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have introduced proposed regulations mandating automatic en […]

Treasury and IRS Propose New Rules for SECURE 2.0 Catch-Up Contributions WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have unveiled proposed regulations addressing key pr […]

First U.S. H5 Bird Flu Death Confirmed—What the CDC Wants You to Know About Your Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently confirmed the first death in the United States linked to H5N1 bird f […]

Treasury and IRS Finalize Rules on Partnership Basis Shifting Transactions WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued final regulations classifying certain pa […]

Farmers and Hunters Unite to Tackle Pennsylvania’s Deer Crisis and Protect Crops HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania farmers and hunters have united in a mission to tackle an issue that’s been quietly eroding the backbone of the stat […]

Pennsylvania State Police Seeks Community Input for Accreditation Efforts HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) has launched a community survey as part of its ongoing efforts to secure accreditation from the Co […]

CFPB Recognizes Financial Data Exchange as Standard-Setting Body for Personal Financial Data Rights WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has officially recognized Financial Data Exchange, Inc. (FDX) as a st […]

Senator McCormick Highlights Support for Agriculture During Farm Show Visit HARRISBURG, PA — On Saturday, Senator Dave McCormick (R-Pennsylvania) marked his first official return to the state following a Senate vote by a […]

From Showcase to Sustainability: How a Massive Butter Sculpture Is Being Transformed Into Clean Energy! HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Farm Show’s iconic 1,000-pound butter sculpture has concluded its vibrant display with a fittingly sustainable fi […]

Your Tax Dollars at Work—But Are They Enough? The Truth About IRS Progress and Unresolved Taxpayer Struggles WASHINGTON, D.C. — For the first time in years, good news is coming from the IRS about taxpayer services. According to National Taxpayer Advocate Er […]

CFPB Sues Experian for Alleged Mishandling of Consumer Disputes WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Experian, one of the largest consumer reporting ag […]

Pennsylvania DEP Urges Radon Testing During Radon Action Month HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is urging residents to test their homes for radon during Radon Action Mo […]

Breaking Free from Medical Debt: CFPB’s New Rule Transforms Credit Reporting WASHINGTON, D.C. — For millions of Americans saddled with medical debt, a new chapter of financial liberation is underway. The Consumer Financial Pr […]

Don’t Get Hit with Costly Penalties—Act Now to Avoid a Tax Bill Before January 15 Deadline! WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reminding taxpayers to make their fourth quarter estimated tax payment by January 15, 2025, if […]

Pennsylvania DEP Program Saves Local Governments $2.8 Million in Energy Costs HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced that its Shared Energy Manager Program helped 22 local go […]

Love The Cure or Evanescence? Don’t Miss This Exclusive Deep Dive into Goth Music HARRISBURG, PA — The State Library of Pennsylvania has announced an upcoming “Virtual Lunch and Learn” session titled Goth Music, scheduled for Ja […]

CFPB Sues Vanderbilt Mortgage for Alleged Predatory Loan Practices WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Vanderbilt Mortgage & Finance, Inc., alleging that th […]

Your Right to Breathe Clean Air and Drink Pure Water: How DEP's Vigilance is Protecting Pennsylvania's Future HARRISBURG, PA — From the air we breathe to the water we drink, Pennsylvania’s environment forms the foundation of daily life. But safeguarding th […]