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2021-07-13New daily COVID-19 cases in US have doubled in past 3 weeks
The COVID-19 curve in the U.S. is rising again after months of decline, with the number of new cases per day doubling over the past three weeks, driven by the fast-spreading delta variant, lagging vaccination rates and Fourth of July gatherings. Confirmed infections climbed to an average of about 23,600 a day on Monday, up from 11,300 on June 23, according to Johns Hopkins University data. And all but two states — Maine and South Dakota — reported that case numbers have gone up over the past two weeks. -
2020-07-04COVID-19 Family Quarantine
It shows the impact of this virus on my family's lives as well as my own. I feel my experience is one story to the many that can provide context on the interesting times we live in. -
2020-07-01Government Officials Send Coronavirus Safety Tips via Text Message
Yesterday, late in the afternoon, I received two text messages which appear to come from Austin, Texas officials warning me of the increase spread of coronavirus in the area and encouraging me to take precations. They also encouraged people staying home and enjoying the upcoming fourth of July holiday with only their household members. After receiving these two text messages, in both English and Spanish, I also received a phone call with a recorded message expressing similar things. It should also be noted that I do not live in Austin or Travis County. I'm in the suburb of Leander in Williamson County. -
2020-05-13
Fourth of July parade postponed
The chamber of commerce in my hometown of La Porte, IN has announced a plan to postpone our Fourth of July parade. The parade is one of the biggest events my small town holds where people line up along the road in groups and cheer participants on. Many parades and events have been canceled during the pandemic. #NortheasternJOTPY Northeastern University -
2020-04-13All Community Events Canceled Through the 4th of July on Fort Yuma Indian Reservation
"Due to confirmed case in our community the Quechan Tribe has decided to cancel all community events... This will remain until further notice." #IndigenousStories