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Watchlist system gives new perspective
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With the COVID-19 pandemic raging on, Governor Newsom and his team of health professionals scrambled to find a system that allows the necessary businesses to open while keeping Californians as safe as possible. Although I wish to return to real life just like the vast majority of people, the recently introduced Four Tier System…
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Godspeak is not special
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The Godspeak Calvary Chapel seems to be confused as to the message of what “loving thy neighbor is,” as their behavior during this pandemic has been anything but compassionate to the community. Godspeak is refusing to do what other congregations of all different religions have decided to do. Due to social distancing measures and…
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Senior athletes move past COVID-19
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Imagine a world with no movement. A world where time is stopped and there is no physical social interaction. The lack of motion and socializing takes away one aspect of society that brings people together- Athletics. No more crowds gathering on bleachers, or a game for them to see anyway. This is the world…
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Teachers innovate online learning
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The implementation of distance learning has shaken up education systems across the globe, as teachers are forced to adapt their classrooms to be completely online, needing to find replacements for traditional, in-school activities. Despite the adversity, teachers are rising up to the occasion in many ways and are not only there to continue diligently…
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Medical forces battle COVID-19 with the community
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While the common American citizen does their part by staying home, countless medical staff fight on the front lines to take down COVID-19. In hospitals across the state, medical workers are working relentlessly to prevent the spread of the disease. People all over the community have shown great appreciation for these hard-workers through donations…
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Coronavirus sparks change in college admissions
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The abrupt closure of schools across the nation in March left juniors wondering how COVID-19 would impact the college admission process in the fall. Changes made to spring sport seasons and standardized tests provided students with little information regarding what the future would hold in lieu of these new circumstances. Beginning in early April,…
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Coaches Ice Cream continues through COVID-19
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Coaches, an old fashioned ice cream parlor on Kimber Drive, is one of the many local businesses open during the COVID-19 crisis. The parlor first opened in May 2019 and is known for its baseball themed interior and friendly service. As an essential business according to state guidelines, the shop has continued to serve…
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Local motel houses homeless during pandemic
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In a state with over 150,000 people living on the streets, a stay at home order can be devastating. To support those without homes, Newsom initiated Project Roomkey, which converts hotel and motel rooms into temporary shelters following social distancing guidelines for at-risk homeless persons. One of these shelters is the Motel 6 in…
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COVID-19 in Ventura County March to present
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March 12 – Declaration of Local Health Emergency is released March 13 – CVUSD schools close indefinitely with distance learning as a substitute for physical attendance March 17 – Health Order released urging sensitive groups to self quarantine until April 1; entertainment venues, gyms, and bars close March 20 – Stay Well at Home…
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Choose public safety over personal inconveniences
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The coronavirus pandemic has thrust communities at large into the forefront of public safety, and by and large our community has stepped up to the challenge. Most people are maintaining practices of social distancing and are trying to limit their exposure to the outdoors as much as possible. That is not to say that…