KANSAS CITY CORONAVIRUS CATCHUP!!!

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Right now we share TWENTY Kansas City coronavirus stories to start the day, inform our blog community and possibly inspire some of you d-bags to stop hanging out in big groups and learn more about the worsening pandemic . . .


KC Works To Manage COVID-19

Big and small businesses affected by COVID-19

KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Metro businesses, both big and small, are feeling the impact of COVID-19. Those struggles could impact government tax revenues as well. There were no customers at the Mission Fresh Fashion store on Johnson Drive Tuesday, a business run by Becky Hanf and her husband for 22 years.

Downtown Hotel Checks Out

Crossroads Hotel lays off 151 workers in Kansas City after closing because of pandemic

The trendy Crossroads Hotel in Kansas City has laid off 151 workers after suspending services because of the coronavirus pandemic. The hotel, managed by Aparium Hospitality Services LTD, recently notified Missouri regulators that it began laying off workers March 17.

In Defense of Kansas City

Army Corps of Engineers asks construction companies to equip buildings for COVID-19 patients

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is looking ahead in the COVID-19 fight to find places to house patients. The Department of Defense sent out an "informational/marketing" request to see if any Kansas or Missouri construction companies have the capabilities and qualifications to configure preexisting buildings for patient care.

Downtown Hype Machine Still Up & Running Amid Coronavirus

Downtown KC leaders respond to COVID-19 challenges

P&L District aims to inspire with 'positive vibes only' The Kansas City Power & Light District introduced the "We've Got This, KC!" campaign this morning. It is designed to inspire us during these challenging times. "During this unprecedented time, we wanted to take a moment to tell you that YOU are great.

Kansas City Test Cases

Local company ramps up COVID-19 test kit production for hospitals, health care workers

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -- A small biotech company, based in Kansas City, is making a major contribution to local hospitals and health care workers during the coronavirus pandemic. MAWD Pathology Group is redirecting its resources to ramp up the production of testing kits for COVID-19.

Kansas City Immigration Crackdown During Pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic forces exchange student in Independence to return to Italy

The COVID-19 outbreak will force an exchange student in Independence to head home to Italy.Senior Alessia Iacomo was supposed to spend a year in Independence. "It's weird. It feels weird cause it wasn't supposed to end like this," said Alessia Iacomo.After seven months in the United States, Iacomo said she has a second family and dozens of more friends."I didn't get to say goodbye to anybody.

Pool Pause For Now

Great Wolf Lodge closes all waterparks, resorts through May 19

by: Nexstar Media Wire Posted: / Updated: KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Great Wolf Lodge announced on Thursday it will close all of its resorts through May 19. The company cited "unprecedented phase of responses to the COVID-19 outbreak" and government and health officials "calling for social distancing, restrictions on group gatherings and shelter-in-place directives."

Working Around COVID-19

Here's what working from home looks like in KC [PHOTOS] - Kansas City Business Journal

The Kansas City area's stay-at-home order has many residents working from home for the first time. Whether old pros or newbies, today's remote workers have a home work space that is unique to them, ranging from laptops on dining tables to multiscreen computer setups to a board perched on two bar stools.

Passing On Travel Crackdown

Real ID enforcement deadline pushed back 1 year due to coronavirus pandemic

The deadline to obtain a REAL ID, federally mandated identification that will be needed for passengers to board aircraft, will be extended until October 2021- a year past the current deadline, according to Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf. "The federal state and local response to the spread of #coronavirus here in the US necessitates a delay [...]

Show-Me Lesson In Waiting

With Local Elections Delayed By COVID-19, Missouri Schools' Plans To Upgrade Buildings Put On Hold

Missouri has postponed April municipal elections until June, a decision that could have a long-term impact on metro school districts asking voters to approve bonds for construction projects. North Kansas City Schools, the state's third largest school district, needs to replace two elementary schools, build an early childhood center and add on to Staley High School.

Kansas Guv Talks Jobs

Gov. Laura Kelly talks about state's unemployment rate during COVID-19 outbreak

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly talks about the state's skyrocketing unemployment. She said the state is working on ramping up the process to file for unemployment.The Kansas unemployment claims jumped seven times their average.

Unions Put Guv Parson On Notice Amid Coronavirus

Health care workers union sends demands to Gov. Parson

KANSAS CITY, MO (KCTV) - KCTV5 News has learned that employees with Truman Medical Center have tested positive for COVID-19. Due to the pandemic, the union that represents many of those employees are making demands of Missouri's governor. Right now, the hospital is only saying "some" of their 8,000 employees have tested positive.

Guide To New School Rules

Head of Kansas Virtual Academy offers advice for local families learning digital schooling

OLATHE, Kan. - Most students and teachers are now about one week into virtual schooling, with all schools in Kansas and Missouri shut down because of the coronavirus. "Let's go racing. Hold your horses people," an animated character bellowed from a Chromebook in the Lee's Summit home of kindergartner Beckett Griffin.

Show-Me Some People Packing On More Pounds Amid COVID-19 Stay At Home Order

MoDOT raises weight limits for trucks hauling essential supplies to 100,000 pounds

ST. LOUIS (KMOV.com) -- As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and many communities in Missouri are under stay-at-home orders, MoDOT is loosening shipping restrictions on state roads to allow for an easier flow of goods. MoDOT announced Tuesday it would issue temporary permits allowing haulers to transport up to 100,000 pounds on any Missouri highway, including interstates.

Enjoy Kanas Outdors Alone

Kansas wildlife officials to keep state parks, fishing lakes open during COVID-19 outbreak

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism said it has developed a plan to keep Kansas' 28 state parks, 63 state fishing lakes and more than 100 wildlife areas open to the public during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Locals To The Rescue During Coronavirus Pandemic

Everyday heroes making difference during COVID-19 outbreak in Kansas City

We continue to see stories of everyday heroes in Kansas City, people doing what they can to make a difference.With social distancing, many of us are unable to visit our loved ones in nursing homes or assisted-living communities.

Another Local Head Check

Coronavirus anxiety: Watch these mental health warning signs, Kansas City experts say

While you're protecting your physical self from the coronavirus, don't neglect your emotional self - or that of your loved ones. That's the fervent advice of local mental health professionals, who are urging everyone to take special care to attend to their mental health needs during the COVID-19 shutdown.

Politicos Talk Coronavirus

Lawmakers Respond to COVID-19 Across Metro

The impact of Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is sweeping the nation, and has made its way close to home, as it was discovered that Grandview's own Representative Joe Runions has been in the hospital after testing positive for the virus. Runions, who serves Missouri's District 37, is the first state elected official to be hospitalized with COVID-19.

Kansas City Silly Merch Debuts For COVID-19 Outbreak

IN THIS TOGETHER: Charlie Hustle selling COVID-19-themed shirts to benefit Harvesters

Iconic Kansas City clothing brand Charlie Hustle has created a new series of shirts to help benefit a charity in need.The company announced its "Hustle of Harvesters" Thursday on social media.As part of the company's "Look good, do good" collection, they've rolled out three new shirts.

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