MONROE UNFILTERED: THE DAILY BUZZ | July 15
Vietnam Voices Come Home, Uncle Sam Might Owe You Money, and the Heat Advisory Encore
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
DAILY WEATHER
Wednesday's Heat Advisory is back for round two, running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with a high near 94°F, a low around 70°F, partly cloudy skies, and just a 15% chance of a passing shower. Same drill as always: drink more water than you think you need, check on elderly neighbors and anyone without air conditioning, and never leave kids or pets in a parked car, even for a minute.
Thursday only backs off slightly, partly cloudy at 92°F with a low of 65°F and a 24% chance of rain. Friday is the best day of the stretch: mostly cloudy, 88°F, a low of 66°F, and just a 2% shot at rain.
The weekend finally breaks the heat, but showers seem almost certain on Saturday with a 91% chance of thunderstorms, and a high of only 76°F and a low of 68°F. Sunday clears up some with a 33% chance of showers, a high of 84°F and a low of 63°F.
HISTORY WITH A TWIST: FOUR MONROE COUNTY VOICES FROM VIETNAM
This past week, Stroudsburg served as a place of profound reflection as "The Moving Wall"—the half-size traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial—was displayed at Stroudsburg High School. For many in our community, it was a poignant opportunity to honor those who served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War.
The weight of this history is also captured in the ongoing Vietnam Legacy Project, an essential oral history initiative by the Monroe County Historical Association. By documenting the personal narratives of our local veterans, the project ensures that their experiences, from their initial perceptions of the conflict to the long-term impact of their service, are preserved for future generations.
The project features in-depth interviews with four local veterans, including:
John DeFazio: Recounts his service in the U.S. Navy starting in 1966, including his specialized work as an electronics technician in the Mekong Delta and his firsthand experiences during the intense combat of the Tet Offensive.
Gasper Florino: Offers a detailed perspective on the daily realities of military life during the era, capturing the individual challenges and changing perspectives that defined the experience for many young soldiers.
Glen Lippincott: Shares the story of being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1970, detailing his time patrolling with the 3/21 Infantry in the 196th Light Infantry Brigade and the often-difficult transition back to civilian life.
Patrick Conway: Provides an account of his service, including a notable chapter where he served under Colonel Charlie Beckwith, the legendary officer who later went on to found the U.S. Army’s Delta Force.
These interviews are extensive, running between one to two hours, and serve as an invaluable record of service, bravery, and resilience. Even if you don't have the time to watch the full collection, I encourage you to pick one interview and hear these stories firsthand. You can explore these accounts and learn more about the Vietnam Legacy Project by visiting the Monroe County Historical Association’s website.
Watch the interviews at monroehistorical.org, under Local History, Vietnam Legacy.
THE DAILY RUNDOWN
PA Might Owe You Money. State Rep. Tarah Probst is reminding folks across the 189th District, which covers eastern Monroe and southern Pike counties, to check whether they have unclaimed property sitting with the state. That covers forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, and other funds that have gone untouched for five years or more. The search is free through the Pennsylvania Treasury's own unclaimed property tool, or you can call Probst's Stroudsburg office at 570-420-2850 if you would rather have someone walk you through it.