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Happy Father's Day to all the fathers and father figures who show up with dedication, patience, and purpose.

The day is a chance to honor the dads and father figures who have taught us life lessons, made us laugh, and shown us what dedication looks like.

To those celebrating, being celebrated, or honoring the memory of someone who shaped your journey, we wish you a meaningful day filled with appreciation.

Here’s the scoop: It’s time to celebrate Father's Day!

We wanted to shout out all of the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who make our lives special. We hope that this Father’s Day is filled with quality time, well-deserved rest, and maybe even a couple of dad jokes.

⏰️ 🚨Have you done a Google review yet? How about referring your friends? Consider this your reminder! 🎟 🎉

June is a wonderful time to celebrate the kind of community spirit that reminds us how much good exists in the world. This month, we are sharing a story that proves kindness has no age limit and that one act of generosity can change everything.

At Louisa County High School in Virginia, a group of teenage automotive students spend their semesters doing something truly remarkable. Instead of simply learning how to repair cars in an insulated classroom, they restore donated vehicles and give them away to single parents in need of reliable transportation. In partnership with the nonprofit Giving Words, the program has given away over 60 cars and repaired more than 260, one garage door reveal at a time.

For recipients like Jessica Rader, a single mom of three, the gift was far more than a set of wheels. It opened the door to full-time work, independence, and peace of mind. These students’ actions are a wonderful reminder of the lasting impacts that acts of kindness can have on our communities.

Read the full story here:

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/high-school-students-repair-cars-to-give-them-away-to-single-moms-youre-really-making-a-change-in-the-world/

Every June 14th, we celebrate the Stars and Stripes on Flag Day. While we’re all familiar with the United States’ flag, we might not know all of the history behind this symbol.

To celebrate, we wanted to share a few fun facts about the history of the flag that might surprise you:

🔹 The current 50-star design was created by a 17-year-old. Robert G. Heft of Lancaster, Ohio, submitted the design as a high school project in 1958. It was chosen by President Eisenhower out of more than 3,000 submissions in 1960.

🔹 There have been 27 official versions of the flag. Twenty-five of those changes were solely to update the number of stars every time a new state joined the Union. The star additions were admitted on July 4th, and, together, they give us a rich visual history of the country's growth over time.

🔹 The colors for the flag have taken on their own meanings over the years. Charles Thomson, secretary of the Continental Congress in 1774, suggested that red represents hardiness and valor, white symbolizes purity and innocence, and blue stands for vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

🔹 Six American flags have been planted on the moon. Neil Armstrong and Edwin E. “Buzz” Aldrin were the first, but five additional Apollo missions have also left a flag on the lunar surface.

🔹 The current design is the longest-running version in history. No new states have been added since Hawaii joined the union in 1959, making this the most enduring flag design the country has ever had.

Wishing you a wonderful Flag Day filled with pride and appreciation for the history behind the flag we share.

Hope your summer is off to a great start! Whether you’re enjoying the weather, hitting the beach, or setting off on a summer adventure, we hope this season brings some well-deserved relaxation.

If you have any insurance questions or would like to schedule a policy review, do not hesitate to give us a call. We're here to help!

June is filled with moments that remind us how courage, innovation, and a little bit of daring can leave a lasting mark on history. Here are a few milestones we are reflecting on this month:

🚀 June 18, 1983 - Sally Ride became the first American woman in space, launching aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger as a mission specialist. Out of more than 8,000 applicants, she was one of only six women selected for NASA's 1978 astronaut class.

🏀 June 6, 1946 - The Basketball Association of America was founded at a meeting in New York City, setting the stage for what would eventually become the NBA and for basketball to transform from a regional gym sport into a global phenomenon.

🎥 June 20, 1975 - Stephen Spielberg’s classic “Jaws” premiered. Not only did this movie become one of the first big summer blockbusters at movie theaters, but it also gifted us with one of the most iconic movie soundtracks of all time.

These moments continue to inspire conversations about leadership, equality, creativity, and the lasting impact of a single bold step on the world.

🎉 Double the celebration, double the fun! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating two incredible ladies who help make our workplace what it is!

🎂 Happy Birthday, Kelly! We hope your day is filled with lots of laughter, happiness, and all the things that make you smile!

🌟 Happy 3-Year Work Anniversary, Jennifer! Three years of dedication, hard work, teamwork, and making a difference every day. We are so lucky to have you on our team!

Kelly and Jennifer, thank you both for everything you do!! Your positive attitudes, willingness to help, and commitment to our team do not go unnoticed. We appreciate you more than you know and are grateful to work alongside such amazing women.

Help us celebrate these two rockstars today! 🎈🥳🎉

June is here, meaning that summer is truly right around the corner. During this season, some of us love to soak up the sun, while others find every reason to stay cool indoors.

Which one are you this summer?

🏖️ Vote soaking up the sun

🛋️ Vote stay inside with the AC on full blast

Feel free to drop your pick in the comments. We would love to see which side comes out on top!

As June marks the midpoint of the year, it can be a natural time to reflect on the first half of the year and the goals you set.

Whether you’re continuing to move toward a current goal or setting a new one, the confidence to get started does not always come before the first step. Sometimes it grows with each one.

As we settle into this month, what is one dream or goal you are ready to pursue with a little more boldness in the second half of the year? Share it in the comments. We would love to hear what you are working toward.