It is so important that we take time protect our families online as many children on spending more time online participating in e-learning and connecting with loved ones.

Learn more tips at www.connectsafely.org/security/.

National Nurses Week is May 6-12, falling in the midst of one of the greatest public health challenges in history. Our gratitude is the least we can offer our caring professionals who always stand ready to help us, even when that means putting their own health at risk. Thank you so much.

The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved the state’s eligibility for disaster assistance loans for small businesses facing financial hardship in all 102 counties due to COVID-19. Eligible businesses can apply for up to $2 million in low-interest loans at: https://disasterloan.sba.gov

The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is hosting webinars to help black businesses get through this difficult time. On Friday, May 15 they will host one with information specifically for businesses in the Northeast region of the state. To register, go to: https://bit.ly/DCEO515