When Louise White of Newport stepped forward this week as the sole winner of the estimated $336.4 million Powerball jackpot, Governor Chafee was on hand to congratulate Ms. White and present her with her check.
Ms. White bought three tickets at the Stop & Shop on Bellevue Avenue in Newport on the evening of February 11 after getting a ride to the store with a family member craving rainbow sherbet.
Governor Chafee praised Ms. White’s decision to speak to lawyers and advisors before coming forward to claim her prize.
“Not only were you lucky, but you were very smart,” said Governor Chafee.
Because Ms. White has decided to take the lump sum of $210 million, the Powerball jackpot is expected to generate $14.7 million in tax revenue for the state.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Paul W. Crowley Award Presentation: Honoring Those Who Fight to Improve Education in Rhode Island
The Governor attended a ceremony honoring Paul W. Crowley Award recipient Dr. Tony Antosh on March 6. Given annually by the Rhode Island School Superintendents’ Association, the award is presented to a Rhode Islander who has demonstrated a passion for and commitment to improving education for children in the state.
Representative Paul Crowley, who passed away in 2007, used his position to fight for education improvement in Rhode Island. Dr. Antosh has embodied this dedication and passion for the education of Rhode Island’s young people.
Representative Paul Crowley, who passed away in 2007, used his position to fight for education improvement in Rhode Island. Dr. Antosh has embodied this dedication and passion for the education of Rhode Island’s young people.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
43rd Military Police Brigade Returns from Year-Long Afghanistan Deployment; Governor: Occasion for “Happiness”
The Governor welcomed home troops at the Army Aviation Support Facility at Quonset Air National Guard Base on March 6. About one-hundred members of the 43rd Police Brigade had been deployed in Afghanistan for the past year. The returning troops were greeted by many family members and friends all eager to see loved ones after the long tour of active duty.
“There’s a lot of happiness here,” said Governor Chafee at the event.
“There’s a lot of happiness here,” said Governor Chafee at the event.
Recognizing the Important Role Pharmacists Play in the Health Care System
On March 6, Governor Chafee applauded the good work performed by Rhode Island pharmacists as part of the annual “Face of Pharmacy” Legislative Day at the State House.
“Too often, we fail to recognize the vital role pharmacists play in the health care system,” stated Governor Chafee.
The Governor highlighted how pharmacists provide support to patients –and keep health care costs down- by giving advice and monitoring prescriptions and the proper use of medications. The Governor also issued a proclamation to students from URI’s College of Pharmacy who participated in the Script Your Future Adherence Challenge, a national program that assists people in medication adherence.
“Too often, we fail to recognize the vital role pharmacists play in the health care system,” stated Governor Chafee.
The Governor highlighted how pharmacists provide support to patients –and keep health care costs down- by giving advice and monitoring prescriptions and the proper use of medications. The Governor also issued a proclamation to students from URI’s College of Pharmacy who participated in the Script Your Future Adherence Challenge, a national program that assists people in medication adherence.
Monday, March 5, 2012
March 5, 2012
Governor Chafee meets with crew members of the Pawtucket River Bridge construction project during his tour of the site on Monday.
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Governor Welcomes New Brown President Christina Hull Paxson to RI, Praises Outgoing President Ruth Simmons
Governor Chafee welcomed Christina Hull Paxson, Brown University's 19th President, to Rhode Island this week, and praised the leadership of outgoing President Ruth Simmons. Noting Brown’s role as a major employer and economic force in the state, the Governor looked forward to a strong working relationship with Dr. Paxson.
“I was pleased to learn of the election of Christina Hull Paxson as the 19th President of Brown University,” Governor Chafee said. “Dr. Paxson no doubt knows that she has big shoes to fill, but I am confident that she will continue the excellent leadership of her predecessor, Ruth Simmons.”
“I was pleased to learn of the election of Christina Hull Paxson as the 19th President of Brown University,” Governor Chafee said. “Dr. Paxson no doubt knows that she has big shoes to fill, but I am confident that she will continue the excellent leadership of her predecessor, Ruth Simmons.”
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