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By Mark Hollis

On Friday, Oct. 18, at 10:30 a.m., AARP Connecticut hosted a Tele-Town Hall Forum with the candidates for Connecticut’s 5th Congressional District, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and former State Senator George Logan. The recorded live stream of the call is available at this link on AARP Connecticut’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/aarpct.

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AARP Indiana announced today the hiring of Anna Forster to serve as the office’s communications analyst. In this position, Forster will work closely with AARP Indiana data, providing research analytics to lead communication and engagement efforts in communities throughout the state. She will also support social and digital media strategies.

AARP Massachusetts is seeking an inspiring leader to join our team as Volunteer State President to begin on January 1st, 2025. This person will be familiar with AARP, passionate about our mission serving the needs of Massachusetts’ aging population.

AARP Texas today announced that Olivia “Ollie” Besteiro has been selected as the recipient of the 2016 AARP Texas Andrus Award for Community Service. Named after AARP founder Ethel Percy Andrus, the award is given in recognition of those who embody the association’s goal of bringing lifetimes of experience and leadership to serve all generations.

Hosted by AARP Tennessee State Director Mia McNeil, AARP Connected — an interview-style program — addresses issues important to Tennesseans, from fighting fraud and helping caregivers to supporting veterans and improving brain health.

On Tuesday, Nov. 4, voters in the City of Austin will go to the polls to select a new mayor.

AARP Massachusetts Recognizes State President Sandra Harris’s Dedication and Commitment to Community Service with its Most Prestigious Volunteer Award

AARP Texas is teaming up with residents of the Linwood neighborhood of Fort Worth, the City of Fort Worth, and others to create a “Better Block” demonstration project.