Restaurant owners unsure how much Phase 2 will help their business
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Restaurants could open sooner in Thurston County under Phase 2 of Governor Jay Inslee’s plan to re-open the state, but some owners in Olympia have mixed feelings over this option.On Tuesday, Governor Jay Inslee announced Thurston County, as well as several other counties, are eligible to apply for Phase 2.Under Phase 2, restaurants can open with 50% capacity, tables must have five people or less, and no bar seating.Juju Guarino is the owner of The Cascadia Grill.
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Restaurants could open sooner in Thurston County under Phase 2 of Governor Jay Inslee’s plan to re-open the state, but some owners in Olympia have mixed feelings over this option.On Tuesday, Governor Jay Inslee announced Thurston County, as well as several other counties, are eligible to apply for Phase 2.Under Phase 2, restaurants can open with 50% capacity, tables must have five people or less, and no bar seating.Juju Guarino is the owner of The Cascadia Grill.
Northwest Trek launching self-driving wildlife tours
EATONVILLE, Wash. – Northwest Trek is adapting to the coronavirus restrictions with a new service for fans of the wildlife park: self-driving tours.The new Wild Drive tour of the park's Free-Roaming Area opens to the public May 27.“Wild Drive is unlike anything we’ve ever offered at Northwest Trek,” said Tim Reid, president of the Metro Parks Tacoma Board of Commissioners. “We’re excited to offer our community an unforgettable opportunity to experience wildlife and nature up close in a safe way during this time of social-distancing restrictions.”Aligned with the governor's Phase 1 reopening plan, this guided experience allows families or households to tour the meadows and forests of the wildlife park’s 435-acre Free-Roaming Area in a small caravan of cars, led in front and behind by park staff.Guests learn about the native Northwest species they’re seeing as they drive by roaming herds of Roosevelt elk and massive bison.
EATONVILLE, Wash. – Northwest Trek is adapting to the coronavirus restrictions with a new service for fans of the wildlife park: self-driving tours.The new Wild Drive tour of the park's Free-Roaming Area opens to the public May 27.“Wild Drive is unlike anything we’ve ever offered at Northwest Trek,” said Tim Reid, president of the Metro Parks Tacoma Board of Commissioners. “We’re excited to offer our community an unforgettable opportunity to experience wildlife and nature up close in a safe way during this time of social-distancing restrictions.”Aligned with the governor's Phase 1 reopening plan, this guided experience allows families or households to tour the meadows and forests of the wildlife park’s 435-acre Free-Roaming Area in a small caravan of cars, led in front and behind by park staff.Guests learn about the native Northwest species they’re seeing as they drive by roaming herds of Roosevelt elk and massive bison.
States accused of fudging or bungling COVID-19 testing data
As large parts of the U.S. ease their lockdowns against the coronavirus, public health officials in some states are being accused of bungling infection statistics or even deliberately using a little sleight of hand to make things look better than they are.
As large parts of the U.S. ease their lockdowns against the coronavirus, public health officials in some states are being accused of bungling infection statistics or even deliberately using a little sleight of hand to make things look better than they are.
Scam alert: Text message offering free groceries from Target amid coronavirus pandemic is fake
A text message claiming Target is giving away free groceries due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is reportedly making the rounds — but warning: It’s a scam.
A text message claiming Target is giving away free groceries due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is reportedly making the rounds — but warning: It’s a scam.
How to protect yourself if you've been a victim of unemployment fraud
OLYMPIA - The unprecedented number of unemployment claims in Washington state has also caused a drastic rise in unemployment fraud thanks to "bad actors" who are using stolen personal information to apply for - and often receive - unemployment benefits.The state has paid more than $1.6 million in fraudulent unemployment benefits since February when the spike in jobless claims began, according to the state Employment Security Division."While this is an immediate and pressing concern for our department, it is not just happening here in Washington," ESD Commissioner Suzan LeVine said. "Imposter fraud is a sweeping issue affecting unemployment systems in states across the country.
OLYMPIA - The unprecedented number of unemployment claims in Washington state has also caused a drastic rise in unemployment fraud thanks to "bad actors" who are using stolen personal information to apply for - and often receive - unemployment benefits.The state has paid more than $1.6 million in fraudulent unemployment benefits since February when the spike in jobless claims began, according to the state Employment Security Division."While this is an immediate and pressing concern for our department, it is not just happening here in Washington," ESD Commissioner Suzan LeVine said. "Imposter fraud is a sweeping issue affecting unemployment systems in states across the country.
10 more counties - including Thurston, Kitsap and Clallam - can apply for Phase 2 reopening
OLYMPIA -- Ten more counties in Washington state are now eligible to apply for Phase 2 of Gov.
OLYMPIA -- Ten more counties in Washington state are now eligible to apply for Phase 2 of Gov.
IRS to issue coronavirus stimulus payments on prepaid debit card
The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.The IRS’ financial agent, MetaBank, will send nearly 4 million payments on prepaid cards – allowing recipients to withdraw funds from in-network ATMs, make purchases and transfer funds to their personal bank accounts without incurring any fees.
The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.The IRS’ financial agent, MetaBank, will send nearly 4 million payments on prepaid cards – allowing recipients to withdraw funds from in-network ATMs, make purchases and transfer funds to their personal bank accounts without incurring any fees.
Study: World carbon pollution falls 17% during pandemic peak
KENSINGTON, Maryland -- The world cut its daily carbon dioxide emissions by 17% at the peak of the pandemic shutdown last month, a new study found.But with life and heat-trapping gas levels inching back toward normal, the brief pollution break will likely be “a drop in the ocean” when it comes to climate change, scientists said.In their study of carbon dioxide emissions during the coronavirus pandemic, an international team of scientists calculated that pollution levels are heading back up — and for the year will end up between 4% and 7% lower than 2019 levels.
KENSINGTON, Maryland -- The world cut its daily carbon dioxide emissions by 17% at the peak of the pandemic shutdown last month, a new study found.But with life and heat-trapping gas levels inching back toward normal, the brief pollution break will likely be “a drop in the ocean” when it comes to climate change, scientists said.In their study of carbon dioxide emissions during the coronavirus pandemic, an international team of scientists calculated that pollution levels are heading back up — and for the year will end up between 4% and 7% lower than 2019 levels.
Local caregiver uses art to illustrate the importance of wearing masks
Monday was the first official day that all King County residents were asked to wear masks when out in public.
Monday was the first official day that all King County residents were asked to wear masks when out in public.
Ferguson files lawsuits against two gyms that continue to operate despite stay-home order
OLYMPIA — State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has filed lawsuits against two gyms that continue to operate in violation of Gov.
OLYMPIA — State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has filed lawsuits against two gyms that continue to operate in violation of Gov.
Drive-thru testing opens at Tacoma Dome
TACOMA -- Pierce County residents who want a Covid-19 test may be able to get one starting Tuesday (May 19).A drive-thru testing site opens at 10 a.m. at the Tacoma Dome.
TACOMA -- Pierce County residents who want a Covid-19 test may be able to get one starting Tuesday (May 19).A drive-thru testing site opens at 10 a.m. at the Tacoma Dome.
Oregon high court upholds governor's coronavirus restrictions
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Supreme Court halted a rural judge’s order that had tossed out statewide coronavirus restrictions imposed by Gov.
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Supreme Court halted a rural judge’s order that had tossed out statewide coronavirus restrictions imposed by Gov.
UW Medicine furloughs 1,500 staffers, with more possible
Furloughs due to the pandemic have been announced by UW Medicine, which has been at the forefront of local and global COVID-19 efforts including the creation of widely used outbreak models and processing most of Washington state’s diagnostic tests.
Furloughs due to the pandemic have been announced by UW Medicine, which has been at the forefront of local and global COVID-19 efforts including the creation of widely used outbreak models and processing most of Washington state’s diagnostic tests.
Washington dentists, doctors can expand access to patients
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Monday that dentists and doctors’ offices can reopen immediately for non-urgent treatment if coronavirus safety protocols are in place, including adequate personal protective equipment for workers.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Monday that dentists and doctors’ offices can reopen immediately for non-urgent treatment if coronavirus safety protocols are in place, including adequate personal protective equipment for workers.
Some dental offices prepare to reopen with updated COVID-19 safety measures
Some dental offices in compliance with Governor Jay Inslee’s Safe Start Washington plan are getting ready to reopen. On Monday, Inslee announced dental care can resume if dentists have enough PPE supply and updated COVID-19 safety measures.
Some dental offices in compliance with Governor Jay Inslee’s Safe Start Washington plan are getting ready to reopen. On Monday, Inslee announced dental care can resume if dentists have enough PPE supply and updated COVID-19 safety measures.
Judge rules that Oregon virus restrictions are invalid
SALEM, Ore. -- A judge in rural Oregon on Monday tossed out statewide coronavirus restrictions imposed by Democratic Gov.
SALEM, Ore. -- A judge in rural Oregon on Monday tossed out statewide coronavirus restrictions imposed by Democratic Gov.
Trump says he's taking malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in case he gets coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that he is taking a malaria drug to lessen symptoms should he get the new coronavirus, even though the drug is unproven for fighting COVID-19.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that he is taking a malaria drug to lessen symptoms should he get the new coronavirus, even though the drug is unproven for fighting COVID-19.
‘I’ve never felt so unsafe’: American Airlines passenger shares video of 'overcrowded' plane
FRESNO, Calif. - A recent video on Twitter depicting a packed American Airlines flight might lead some to believe it was filmed before the coronavirus pandemic.
FRESNO, Calif. - A recent video on Twitter depicting a packed American Airlines flight might lead some to believe it was filmed before the coronavirus pandemic.