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As a new type of coronavirus spreads rapidly across the globe, including in the United States, the public understandably has a lot of questions about the illness and how to avoid it.
Here's answers to many of the most common questions about the new virus, updated as scientists and public health authorities learn more. One caveat: If you have questions about a specific symptom or condition, contact your health care provider. Read more
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With the spread of the coronavirus in Yakima County, many Yakima residents are looking for ways to make a positive impact and recognize others. Today’s shout-outs:
Two months ago, owners of the Hyatt Family Facilities knew they needed more personal protective equipment for their staff amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celina Garza grew up working in asparagus fields near Granger.
For the past month, heart-warming stories of good being done and noticed by people in the Yakima Valley have flooded in as the community has grappled with the coronavirus outbreak.
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Sunnyside attorney Alex Newhouse remembered as excellent litigator, standup guy
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With the spread of the coronavirus in Yakima County, many Yakima residents are looking for ways to make a positive impact and recognize others. Today’s shout-outs:
The world is quieter these days.
With the spread of the coronavirus in Yakima County, many Yakima residents are looking for ways to make a positive impact and recognize others. Today’s shoutouts:
Easter is usually a joyous, fun and family-filled holiday.
Yakima resident Melissa Holmes had big plans for her daughter’s first Easter.
With the spread of the coronavirus in Yakima County, many Yakima residents are looking for ways to make a positive impact and recognize others. Today’s shout-outs:
The 3D printers at Yakima Maker Space have crafted many things, from busts of famous people to ballerina figurines to keychains.
With the spread of the coronavirus in Yakima County, many Yakima residents are looking for ways to make a positive impact and recognize others.
GOOD NEWS: Stone Church delivers handmade thank you notes, coffee gift cards to emergency room staff
In January, Yakima lost one of its two hospitals, leaving staff at Virginia Mason Memorial to pick up the pieces and deal with overflow.
Dozens of Yakima residents are stepping up to help health care workers facing a shortage of face masks.
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