Joplin officials weigh in on enforcement of mask mandate
Joplin's mask mandate has been in effect for just a few days, but it's got some wondering, just how it can be enforced and is that enforcement is enough?
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States impose new rules, plead with public to stop spread; millions stick to Thanksgiving travel plans
State and local officials nationwide are imposing new coronavirus restrictions and pleading with the public in an increasingly desperate attempt to stop the explosive spread of the disease.
Jury duty? No thanks, say many, forcing trials to be delayed
Court officials across the country say a low turnout of people summoned to jury duty is derailing plans to restart trials for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began.
3rd major COVID-19 vaccine shown to be effective and cheaper. Get the latest developments.
AstraZeneca said Monday that late-stage trials showed its vaccine was up to 90% effective, cheaper and easier to transport. Get the latest virus news.
2 Kansas City fire department employees die from COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Two members of the Kansas City Fire Department died this weekend after battling the coronavirus. A communications specialist and paramedic who worked for the department,…
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CAMBRIDGE, U.K. - Another vaccine developer is reporting promising results in late stage trials. Astra-Zeneca announced early Monday morning that its covid-19 vaccine is around 90 percent effective in preventing the disease.…
Who will be first to get coronavirus vaccines? Get your COVID-19 questions answered here
Plus: Will social distancing weaken my immune system? Get the facts on common questions and concerns as you protect yourself against the rising spread of COVID-19.
FDA OKs emergency use of antibody drug Trump received
Regeneron's antibody drug, given to President Trump after he contracted the coronavirus, got an emergency use authorization from the FDA.
Finn's in Joplin seeing increase in demand for curbside pick up meals for Thanksgiving
The days prior to Thanksgiving and after are typically busy times for people to go out, enjoy a meal at a restaurant and get some shopping done, but with the pandemic that is changing.
A new holiday tradition comes to Joplin
JOPLIN, Mo. - Crowded family gatherings aren't recommended this holiday season with COVID-19 numbers on the rise, but you can still take a walk in the park with the people you live with. Joplin Parks and Rec would like to…
Healthcare providers applaud Joplin City Council for reinstating mask ordinance
Healthcare providers applaud the Joplin City Council's decision to reinstate a mask mandate. Now, they hope it will lower the strain on the healthcare system as hospitals remain at capacity.
Kansas aims to boost virus testing, but strategy unfinished
Even some of the state's contractors don't yet have all the details.
Joplin Mayor weighs in on mask mandate, attorney weighs options for businesses to enforce
There are things for residents and business owners in Joplin to know following the passage of the city's new mask mandate.
Get a virus test before you travel, experts say as some US states revert to 'near-lockdown'
The coronavirus is taking an increasingly dire toll this week just as a vaccine appears closer at hand. Some states and cities will impose sharper restrictions. Get the rundown, plus a look at spread in our counties, state and nation.
COVID-19 spurs Kansas Legislature to plan $3M tech upgrade
The upgrades are designed to ensure that legislative committee rooms and even conference spaces are outfitted with audiovisual equipment to broadcast events to the public.
Poll workers contract virus, but Election Day link unclear
Some poll workers have tested positive for the coronavirus, including more than two dozen in Missouri.
Kansas hospitals buckle, schools pull back amid virus surge
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment added 5,939 cases to the state’s pandemic tally since Wednesday.
Doctor: Oklahoma virus restrictions 'too little, too late'
Measures include mask mandates in state buildings and closing bars and in-person restaurant service at 11 p.m.
$20 million in CARES Act funding to help Kansas businesses
The Kansas State Finance Council approves recommendations to allocate $20 million to hard-hit businesses and $18.5 million for public health response efforts.
Joplin releases more information after Council passes mask ordinance
The City of Joplin releases additional information after Council passes a mask ordinance.
Heading home for the holiday? Get a virus test, colleges say
As college students prepare to go home for the holidays, some schools are quickly ramping up COVID-19 testing to try to keep infections from spreading further as the coronavirus surges across the U.S.
Pfizer seeking emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine in US
Pfizer is set to ask U.S. regulators to allow emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine, starting a process that could bring first shots as early as next month.
What does emergency use for a COVID-19 vaccine mean? Plus, another US senator tests positive
Virus update: What does emergency use of a COVID-19 vaccine mean? Plus, another U.S. senator has tested positive. Here's the latest news.
