Small-business owners in El Paso County could have a lifeline tossed their way thanks to a new grant program, a county news release announced. El Paso County is working with the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments to disperse funding locally after the state Legislature passed a Senate bill devoting […]
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To toast a new year, Tina Vo usually travels to Las Vegas to “stuff my stomach” and try her luck at blackjack. In her luggage, she packs essentials like perfume, sequin dresses and strappy heels “that make me look much, much taller in photos,” says the customer services agent from […]
A ceremony adding 74 names to the West Rockhill Veterans Memorial in James Park in November took on new meaning for friends and family of Charlie Guenst by the end of 2020. Guenst, 87, died on Dec. 13, just over a month after a Nov. 8 celebration that included an […]
The Sedgwick County Jail now has hundreds of “community” tablets that inmates can check out twice a day in two- to three-hour increments. The Wichita Eagle Inmates at the Sedgwick County Jail have a new way to stay educated, entertained and in touch with their family members. Thanks to a […]
While the COVID-19 pandemic has led to many struggles for businesses across the country, some stories that were born out of the COVID-19 pandemic showcased local persistence, adaptability and strength. Businesses came together to partner for sustainability, diversity, mental health awareness and local. Here are the top five business stories […]
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – It was a busy New Year’s Eve day outside the Cooper Memorial Library in Clermont where people 65 or older waited in their cars to get their Covid-19 immunization shot. The majority of people had made an appointment by phone–but for others like 68-year-old Ken Wilde, […]
Texas vaccinations have started slowly, but health officials believe that could change in the next few weeks. FORT WORTH, Texas — Getting a COVID-19 vaccine ready in less than a year was a scientific triumph, but getting shots into arms hasn’t been quite as successful. “All I can say is […]
Position Information Arlington County Sheriff’s Office , nationally recognized for Excellence and awarded re-accreditation by the American Correctional Association Commission (ACA), is now accepting applications for testing for Deputy Sheriff positions. In order to participate in testing, candidates will need to apply through this system (click on the word APPLY […]
This is a breaking news blog for all of the latest updates about the coronavirus pandemic. Get our complete coronavirus coverage here → Here’s Where COVID-19 Outbreaks Have Happened In San Diego County Appeals Court Extends Stay On Injunction To Reopen San Diego County Restaurants -:47 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 24, […]
Frisco local Sharon Crawford competes in February at the Summit County Senior Winter Games at the Frisco Nordic Center. The 2021 Senior Winter Games have been partially canceled.Photo by Karol Murray After Summit Seniors board member Joan Tilden joined the master’s Nordic skiing group on its first day of the […]
AUSTIN, TX — Health district officials elevated the health alert level to the highest, red-colored tier for Travis County on Wednesday following recent spikes in cases and hospitalizations of the coronavirus — the first time the action has been taken since the beginning of the pandemic. The move was telegraphed […]
As Jordan Campbell was getting recruited this summer by Sacred Heart, the St. Peter’s Prep cornerback was doing some recruiting of his own, encouraging the coaches to take a look at teammate Ethan Rodriguez as well. “Before I committed, Ethan wanted to get that Sacred Heart offer too,” said Campbell. […]
Charming Towns of Riverside County serve up local, artisanal gifts in store and online TEMECULA, Calif. (PRWEB) December 11, 2020 2020 reminded us what matters and ignited a desire for authenticity and community. This holiday season support local businesses by doing your holiday shopping at the unique Mom and Pop […]
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knox County Schools’ announcement that all of its district schools would shift to online learning next week is causing a ripple effect of both closures/suspension of activities for related organizations as well as the expansion of other groups in order to help out. Knox County Schools […]
One of the central facets of the holiday season is connection. But, connecting with others in-person this year is complicated by the coronavirus pandemic. Some of the people most affected by COVID-19 isolation are seniors citizens living in care and rehabilitation facilities. In a non-pandemic year, the holidays would already […]
One of the central facets of the holiday season is connection. But, connecting with others in-person this year is complicated by the coronavirus pandemic. Some of the people most affected by COVID-19 isolation are seniors citizens living in care and rehabilitation facilities. In a non-pandemic year, the holidays would already be a time of loneliness for some seniors. […]
Owner Brett Oakley wanted to rezone eight parcels off Thomas Road to a Business Planned Unit Development from the current agriculture, residential and general business classifications. Oakley wanted to make Land of Illusion a year-round facility with additional family activities, camping sites and a hotel. Commissioners Cindy Carpenter and T.C. […]
Bay County, Fla. (Press Release) – Today, the Florida Department of Health in Bay County (DOH-Bay) issued a weekly update on COVID-19. The percent positivity for new cases in Bay County residents has increased from 8.57 for the week of November 21 to 10.97 percent for the week for November […]
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — The holidays are nearing in Orange County! Christmas this year falls on a Friday, Dec. 25. Hanukkah runs Thursday, Dec. 10 through Friday, Dec. 18. And Kwanzaa is Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. Celebrations are markedly different for 2020, to be sure. Many annual community extravaganazas […]
As summer ended and fall began, hotelier Kalpesh Vakil thought the $28 million investment he and his business partner had made on Lincoln Highway East was going to start paying off. Finally. Vakil and his business partner had sunk the money into the Lancaster Host Resort — the county’s second […]
EMPORIA, Kan. (WIBW) – ‘Tis the season for gifts to be delivered on people’s front porches. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when some people play the role of the Grinch as they steal those presents before the intended parties ever receive them. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office this week provided […]
Mere minutes after California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a new regional stay-at-home order for the state to counter rising coronavirus cases, Los Angeles County health officials said Thursday that the looming shutdown could hit the battered region within days. “The anticipation is that threshold might be reached sometime early next […]