Advocates for Iowa s older population are calling on seniors to vote in Tuesday s primary election and have identified their priorities for candidates seeking their support. There are three ways to vote in Tuesday s primary. Voters can choose to cast a ballot by mail, vote early in person at their county auditor s office, or the old-fashioned way, by going to polling places and filling out a paper ballot on Election Day. .
May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize Mississippians over 50 and their contributions, and reaffirm commitments to serving older adults in their communities. This year s theme, "Powered by Connection," emphasizes the importance of social connections for well-being. Melinda Bertucci, advocacy director for AARP Mississippi, noted more than 660,000 Mississippians are age 60 or older, which is more than two in 10 of the state s residents. .