The longest government shutdown in history might be nearing its end after the Senate voted to advance a stopgap funding bill on Nov 9. In the meantime, the Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce is advocating for the local Head Start program as the community rallies to keep it open.

How can we help in this time? asks Tress Cruse. They are very vital.

Tress Cruse is the President and CEO of the Bartlesville Chamber of Commerce. They sent out this message to the community advocating for the local Head Start program and the dozens of families who use the services.

We value childcare and we know that when theres no childcare, parents cannot work and the ripple effect that has on a community, said Cruse.

The federally funded program provides free care for children aged 3 to 5 years in low-income

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