As nature gears up for its final spectacle before winter in the Northern Hemisphere, we've got some exciting news. Grab your blanket, a steaming cup of cocoa, and get ready to dive into the world of retirement security matters this October.

• Retirement Savings Report Card: When “C” Isn't Cool

• State Auto IRA Metrics - September Data Update

• Key updates from Vermont

• Hot Sauce, Cool Stuff: this week's must reads

• Pix of the week

SFRPs taking a hit during the pandemic? Despite concerns about how pandemic related un- and underemployment might increase withdrawals from state-facilitated retirement savings programs (SFRPs), contributions remained steady and withdrawals increased only slightly.