Amid coronavirus concerns, Dollar General 'dedicating the 1st hour of each day to seniors'
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. -- Officials with the Dollar General Corporation announced plans to dedicate the first hour of each shopping day to senior shoppers, as well as amend store operating hours beginning Tuesday, March 17.Dollar General officials strongly encouraged the first hour of operations each day be dedicated solely for the shopping needs of senior customers -- one of the groups most vulnerable to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. -- Officials with the Dollar General Corporation announced plans to dedicate the first hour of each shopping day to senior shoppers, as well as amend store operating hours beginning Tuesday, March 17.Dollar General officials strongly encouraged the first hour of operations each day be dedicated solely for the shopping needs of senior customers -- one of the groups most vulnerable to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Concerns abound for Milwaukee's homeless amid coronavirus: 'Don't have a lot of places to go'
MILWAUKEE -- Amid concerns about COVID-19, experts stressed the importance of frequent and thorough hand washing, but what about those without access to a bathroom?
MILWAUKEE -- Amid concerns about COVID-19, experts stressed the importance of frequent and thorough hand washing, but what about those without access to a bathroom?
MPS sites offer food, instruction amid school closures: 'Grandma is going to be her teacher now'
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools officials on Monday, March 16 began the distribution of meals and instructional materials for students at 20 "stop, grab, and go" sites throughout the city.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools officials on Monday, March 16 began the distribution of meals and instructional materials for students at 20 "stop, grab, and go" sites throughout the city.
Video shows packed Florida beach despite coronavirus concerns
CLEARWATER, Fla. (Nexstar Media Wire) – On the same day that President Trump announced new guidelines instructing people to avoid groups of more than 10 people, video shared widely on social media shows a Florida beach packed with revelers Monday.
CLEARWATER, Fla. (Nexstar Media Wire) – On the same day that President Trump announced new guidelines instructing people to avoid groups of more than 10 people, video shared widely on social media shows a Florida beach packed with revelers Monday.
Potawatomi Hotel and Casino suspends operations due to COVID-19: 'The right time to do it'
MILWAUKEE -- Potawatomi Hotel and Casino will suspend operations indefinitely due to the coronavirus outbreak.
MILWAUKEE -- Potawatomi Hotel and Casino will suspend operations indefinitely due to the coronavirus outbreak.
What happens to the public's right to know during a public health crisis?
MILWAUKEE -- In a time of "social distancing," doctors don't recommend cramming a bunch of people into a small room.
MILWAUKEE -- In a time of "social distancing," doctors don't recommend cramming a bunch of people into a small room.
Wisconsin DPI waives state-mandated hour requirement for school districts
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced on Monday, March 16 updated guidance to school districts regarding the continuity of learning amid the spread of coronavirus and the closure of public and private schools.In a news release, the DPI announced it will waive a state-mandated hour requirement to districts requesting to do so during the ongoing public health emergency.
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced on Monday, March 16 updated guidance to school districts regarding the continuity of learning amid the spread of coronavirus and the closure of public and private schools.In a news release, the DPI announced it will waive a state-mandated hour requirement to districts requesting to do so during the ongoing public health emergency.
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'Unprecedented times:' Kwik Trip offers free delivery through EatStreet due to coronavirus
MILWAUKEE -- Kwik Trip officials on Monday, March 16 announced free delivery through a partnership with EatStreet to help people get the essential items they need as the nation works to prevent the spread of COVID-19.The 70-plus Kwik Trip locations in Wisconsin that offer delivery on EatStreet began waiving fees Monday for every order of $8 or more -- with all food and essential items, such as eggs, bread, and toilet paper will be available for delivery while supplies last.
MILWAUKEE -- Kwik Trip officials on Monday, March 16 announced free delivery through a partnership with EatStreet to help people get the essential items they need as the nation works to prevent the spread of COVID-19.The 70-plus Kwik Trip locations in Wisconsin that offer delivery on EatStreet began waiving fees Monday for every order of $8 or more -- with all food and essential items, such as eggs, bread, and toilet paper will be available for delivery while supplies last.
Coronavirus travel bans, restrictions creating turbulance for airlines
MILWAUKEE -- As new travel bans and restrictions are being put in place nearly daily, that is creating stress for passengers who are wanting to cancel flights.Michael Sherwood came to the Milwaukee airport to cancel a flight to Las Vegas -- in person."Everything's closing in Las Vegas, restaurants, casinos," Sherwood said.
MILWAUKEE -- As new travel bans and restrictions are being put in place nearly daily, that is creating stress for passengers who are wanting to cancel flights.Michael Sherwood came to the Milwaukee airport to cancel a flight to Las Vegas -- in person."Everything's closing in Las Vegas, restaurants, casinos," Sherwood said.
'They need your help:' COVID-19 limits staff, volunteers at Wisconsin Humane Society
MILWAUKEE -- Coronavirus has limited the number of staff and volunteers at the Wisconsin Humane Society.
MILWAUKEE -- Coronavirus has limited the number of staff and volunteers at the Wisconsin Humane Society.
Amazon seeks to hire 100K to keep up with crush of orders; will offer $2/hour raises
NEW YORK — Amazon officials said Monday, March 16 the company needs to hire 100,000 people across the U.S. to keep up with a crush of orders as the coronavirus spreads and keeps more people at home, shopping online.Officials with the online retailer said they will also temporarily raise pay by $2 an hour through the end of April for hourly employees, who work at warehouses, delivery centers, and Whole Foods grocery stores.
NEW YORK — Amazon officials said Monday, March 16 the company needs to hire 100,000 people across the U.S. to keep up with a crush of orders as the coronavirus spreads and keeps more people at home, shopping online.Officials with the online retailer said they will also temporarily raise pay by $2 an hour through the end of April for hourly employees, who work at warehouses, delivery centers, and Whole Foods grocery stores.
Civilian member of Milwaukee Police Department tested positive for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- A civilian member of the Milwaukee Police Department tested positive for COVID-19, MPD officials announced Monday, March 16.MPD officials said the employee was placed under home quarantine and the people within this employee’s work location were being monitored closely.
MILWAUKEE -- A civilian member of the Milwaukee Police Department tested positive for COVID-19, MPD officials announced Monday, March 16.MPD officials said the employee was placed under home quarantine and the people within this employee’s work location were being monitored closely.
10 Netflix series to binge while in self-quarantine
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — While self-quarantining amid the coronavirus pandemic it can get pretty boring at home – here are ten Netflix series to help you ride out the isolation.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — While self-quarantining amid the coronavirus pandemic it can get pretty boring at home – here are ten Netflix series to help you ride out the isolation.
Kenosha County records 1st positive case of coronavirus, 59-year-old woman affected
KENOSHA -- Kenosha County recorded on Monday, March 16 its first positive case of coronavirus.Officials noted in a Facebook post that the affected individual is a 59-year-old woman with no travel history.
KENOSHA -- Kenosha County recorded on Monday, March 16 its first positive case of coronavirus.Officials noted in a Facebook post that the affected individual is a 59-year-old woman with no travel history.
Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison shuts down due to COVID-19: "We are being proactive and vigilant'
MADISON -- Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison announced on Monday, March 16 that it will temporarily close their casino beginning Tuesday, March 17 at 7 a.m.A news release says during the closure, Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison will continue with their deep cleaning, disinfecting processes and procedures adding a new product stated by the manufacturer to use advanced technology which offers germ protection long after the product is applied by creating a protective shield on the surface it is applied to, lasting 30 days on surfaces.Daniel Brown, Executive Manager, Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison, issued the following statement:
MADISON -- Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison announced on Monday, March 16 that it will temporarily close their casino beginning Tuesday, March 17 at 7 a.m.A news release says during the closure, Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison will continue with their deep cleaning, disinfecting processes and procedures adding a new product stated by the manufacturer to use advanced technology which offers germ protection long after the product is applied by creating a protective shield on the surface it is applied to, lasting 30 days on surfaces.Daniel Brown, Executive Manager, Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison, issued the following statement:
Chick-fil-A temporarily closes dining room seating over coronavirus concerns
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Chick-fil-A announced Sunday night it will be temporarily closing its dining room seating in all restaurants across the nation over coronavirus concerns.According to the fast-food chain, some of its restaurants may only offer service through the drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile order options.The company said these changes will help limit person-to-person contact.On Friday, Chick-fil-A closed all playgrounds to help focus heightened sanitation efforts in other areas of the restaurant, started serving meals in carry-out packaging and drive-thru guests will no longer be offered a printed menu.
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Chick-fil-A announced Sunday night it will be temporarily closing its dining room seating in all restaurants across the nation over coronavirus concerns.According to the fast-food chain, some of its restaurants may only offer service through the drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile order options.The company said these changes will help limit person-to-person contact.On Friday, Chick-fil-A closed all playgrounds to help focus heightened sanitation efforts in other areas of the restaurant, started serving meals in carry-out packaging and drive-thru guests will no longer be offered a printed menu.
Dow dives 2,999 points on fears virus will cause recession
NEW YORK — The Dow industrials took a 2,999-point nosedive on Monday as fears deepen that the coronavirus outbreak will throw global economy into recession.
NEW YORK — The Dow industrials took a 2,999-point nosedive on Monday as fears deepen that the coronavirus outbreak will throw global economy into recession.
White House: Americans should not gather in groups of more than 10 amid coronavirus
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The White House on Monday, March 16 urged all older Americans to stay home and everyone to avoid crowds and eating out at restaurants as part of sweeping guidelines meant to combat an expected surge of coronavirus cases.President Donald Trump and the coronavirus task force released the guidelines as the U.S. government moved to try to blunt the impact of the virus, racing to bolster testing and aid even as financial markets fell and Americans scrambled to reorder their lives.Among the new recommendations: Over the next 15 days, Americans should not gather in groups of more than 10 people, schooling should be at home and discretionary travel and social visits should be avoided.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The White House on Monday, March 16 urged all older Americans to stay home and everyone to avoid crowds and eating out at restaurants as part of sweeping guidelines meant to combat an expected surge of coronavirus cases.President Donald Trump and the coronavirus task force released the guidelines as the U.S. government moved to try to blunt the impact of the virus, racing to bolster testing and aid even as financial markets fell and Americans scrambled to reorder their lives.Among the new recommendations: Over the next 15 days, Americans should not gather in groups of more than 10 people, schooling should be at home and discretionary travel and social visits should be avoided.
Sen. Mitt Romney proposes giving $1,000 to every American adult as coronavirus response measure
SALT LAKE CITY -- Republican Sen.
SALT LAKE CITY -- Republican Sen.