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Ohio’s Virus-Extended Primary Is Coming To An End
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ohio’s virus-extended 2020 primary is finally coming to end, nearly 10 weeks after voting began. Officials postponed in-person voting scheduled March 17 for safety amid the pandemic,… Read More
HS spring sports canceled: Seniors react to saddening news
ATHENS, OH — The disbelief. “You know it’s going to happen, but it doesn’t feel real,” Athens high school Track and Field senior McKenna Bruce said. That your senior season… Read More
Ohio Confirmed And Probable Coronavirus-Related Deaths Top 700
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio health officials are reporting that the number of confirmed and probable deaths associated with the coronavirus has topped 700. The Ohio health department posted information… Read More
Elective Surgeries May Resume, Finances At Rural Hospitals Still Threatened By COVID-19
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — On Wednesday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signaled that restrictions on elective medical procedures may ease soon. Still, it may take time for hospitals to catch up… Read More
Trump Signs Latest Coronavirus Economic Relief Package, Aimed At Small Businesses
It is the fourth measure approved by Congress in less than two months to combat the pandemic. This one, totaling $484 billion, will supply fresh funding to a new small business lending program.
Even In Crisis Times, There Is A Push To Wire Rural America
The COVID-19 crisis has forced us to move almost everything online. But more than one-third of the U.S. population in rural areas has little or no access to the Internet.
Ohio To Expand Testing, Tracing To ‘Isolate’ COVID-19
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCPN) — Ohio will “substantially” increase its capacity for coronavirus testing as the state’s manufacturers step up the production of test kit components, Gov. Mike DeWine said Friday…. Read More
Beshear Order Allows Voting by Mail in Kentucky Primary
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Gov. Andy Beshear has signed an order allowing Kentucky residents to vote by mail in the upcoming primary election. The governor’s office said Friday that state… Read More
Live COVID-19 Talk Show Airing on WOUB FM
The program will examine how the pandemic may shape our country’s future ATHENS, OH – WOUB FM will start airing a new program, The America Amplified: Life, Community, and COVID-19… Read More
Quarantine Playlists: Peter Vilardi
Although gathering for live music will be impossible for a little while, WOUB Culture is trying to keep the groove alive by asking members of the regional music scene about… Read More
1099 Workers, Other Jobless Ohioans Not Previously Eligible Can Pre-File For Benefits Friday
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Nearly a million Ohioans – 964,556 people – have filed for unemployment in the last five weeks, more than the combined total in the last… Read More
President Trump Says Distancing Guidelines May Need To Be Extended
The White House’s pandemic task force spoke Thursday following more reports about record unemployment connected with the disaster.
Reopening State Will Be Slow Process, DeWine Cautions
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOSU) — As new coronavirus cases and hospitalizations begin to decline, why shouldn’t Ohio reopen today? With the help of an infectious diseases expert, Gov. Mike DeWine spent over… Read More
Probable COVID-19 Case in Athens Co. Determined to be Negative
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A probable case of COVID-19 in Athens County has been determined to be negative. The Athens City-County Health Department confirmed the news in an email on… Read More
WATCH: A Psychiatrist’s Advice for Pandemic Mental Health
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NewsHour) — The COVID-19 pandemic is challenging Americans physically, financially and emotionally. With the dramatic and abrupt life changes the outbreak has caused, what can we do to prioritize… Read More
Airlines Offer Vouchers, Credits For Canceled Flights. Customers Want Cash
A new survey suggests nearly 60 million Americans are losing money because of canceled plans. And would-be travelers are getting the runaround, even when they are legally entitled to a full refund.
Online SNAP Program Could Increase Food Accessibility in Ohio Valley
MURRAY, Ky. (OVR) — Kentucky and West Virginia have recently been added to a federal pilot program to allow food stamp recipients to purchase groceries online, and Ohio Valley anti-hunger… Read More
Ohio Valley Still Processing Significant Unemployment Claims
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (OVR) — Unemployment insurance claims are still reaching unprecedented levels across the Ohio Valley region. Nearly 260,000 people in Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia joined those seeking help… Read More
Quarantine Playlists: Chris Pyle
Although gathering for live music will be impossible for a little while, WOUB Culture is trying to keep the groove alive by asking members of the regional music scene about… Read More
State May Need Twice the $2.7 Billion in Rainy Day Fund to Recover from Coronavirus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The financial impact of Ohio’s shutdowns for coronavirus is enormous. And the billions of dollars that have been set aside by the state over the… Read More
Earth Day At 50: Climate Activists Go Digital Amid Pandemic Shutdown
Climate change activists had planned three days of protests and other events for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. But with the coronavirus pandemic, they will be virtual.
Elective Medical Procedures to Resume as Ohio Moves to Ease Coronavirus Restrictions
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WYSO) — The thousands of Ohioans whose elective procedures were postponed as a result of the state’s coronavirus outbreak will soon be able to access the treatment they need…. Read More
Which States Are Doing Enough Testing? This Benchmark Helps Settle The Debate
Widespread testing is key to lifting social distancing and preventing more waves of COVID-19. But how do communities know if they’re doing sufficient testing to stay on top of outbreaks?
Jorma Kaukonen’s Fourth Stay in Peace Concert Set For April 25
Jorma Kaukonen’s Quarantine Concert #4 is coming to you with excellent acoustics from the Fur Peace Station Concert Hall. It will start at 8 p.m. EDT this Saturday, April 25…. Read More
West Virginia City Criticized for Plans to Clear Encampment
WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) — A West Virginia city has responded to a letter from the American Civil Liberties Union that raised concerns with plans to clear a homeless encampment. The… Read More
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