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Tuesday, May 26, 2020 - Can Lessons From The 1918 Pandemic Help In The Age Of Coronavirus? May 26, 2020

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A researcher from the Missouri Historical Society is sharing his thoughts on how actions during the 1918 influenza pandemic could help during the current outbreak. Also, a lack of social distancing at Lake of the Ozarks is prompting a travel advisory from health officials.

Friday, May 22, 2020 — Businesses Reopen Across St. Louis May 22, 2020

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Many businesses in St. Louis are reopening their doors to customers after officials lifted stay-at-home orders. But workers say it's a far cry from business as usual.

Thursday, May 21, 2020 - Rolla Businesses Have Mixed Responses to Reopening May 21, 2020

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Businesses throughout Missouri continue to reopen. In Rolla, some owners say they will bounce back from the pandemic, while others are concerned about new restrictions. Also, businesses in the Metro East still have to wait before they can allow customers to return.

Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - Employers Continue To Cope With COVID-19 May 20, 2020

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More St. Louis region workers are feeling the financial impact of the pandemic. BJC Healthcare says about 10 percent of its staff could be furloughed for roughly 8 weeks. The University of Missouri-St. Louis has announced salary reductions as it reacts to the coronavirus. Also, the pandemic is reviving the popularity of the drive-in movie.

Tuesday, May 19, 2020 - Customers Flock to Businesses As St. Louis Lifts Stay-At-Home Orders May 19, 2020

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Many stores and restaurants in the region are reporting brisk business after reopening following the coronavirus-related shutdown. Also, for many African Americans, the outbreak is a reminder of the health and economic disparities in the St. Louis area.

Monday, May 18, 2020 - St. Louis Begins To Restart The Local Economy May 18, 2020

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Many non-essential businesses in the area can reopen today. They have been shut down for weeks because of the coronavirus. Also, the just-completed Missouri legislative session will be remembered for how it was affected by the pandemic.

May 15, 2020 - COVID-19 Places A Focus On The 'Digital Divide' May 15, 2020

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Most schools have been forced to shift to online teaching during the pandemic. But many students in Missouri do not have a strong enough internet connection to learn from home. Also, Illinois is forming a task force to examine how students can safely return to colleges and universities in the fall.

Thursday, May 14, 2020 - St. Louis Area Police, Fire Adapt To Coronavirus May 14, 2020

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First responders including police officers and firefighters are revising how they operate in the age of COVID-19. Part of the focus is making sure they stay safe. Also, some businesses and churches in Madison County are considering options after county officials cleared them to reopen immediately.

Wednesday, May 13, 2020 - Madison County Defies Governor, Clears Businesses To Reopen May 13, 2020

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Members of the health board in Madison County have voted to restart the area's economy. The decision allows businesses to open sooner than a statewide plan from Governor J.B. Pritzker. Also, many parents are preparing to head back to work and scrambling to find child care during the pandemic. And, it's a landmark day for The Gateway.

Tuesday, May 12, 2020 – St. Louis Mayor Issues Guidelines For Reopening Businesses May 12, 2020

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Mayor Lyda Krewson is giving some details on how the city will restart its economy on May 18. Employers must provide masks for workers and social distancing will remain in effect. Also, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley wants the federal government to pay a portion of salaries for employees at businesses coping with COVID-19.

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