The coronavirus has led to panic buying, with people stocking up on food and goods. One item that’s really hard to find is toilet paper, but that could be changing soon. At stores everywhere, shoppers see shelves that usually hold toilet paper wiped clean. It’s become so bad, the police in Newport, Oregon posted a plea on Facebook: “It’s hard…
The River Region United Way has announced a $200,000 Community COVID-19 United Relief Fund. The fund will support emergency response and recovery effort in the River Region and Wiregrass. The Community COVID-19 United Relief Fund will focus on 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations supporting basic coronavirus needs, health, and wellness effort. The fund will also focus on the coronavirus aftermath. Applications for…
The impact on the virus outbreak continues to cause shock waves in the business world. U.S. airlines are still lobbying for taxpayer cash to keep flying, despite failing to win White House support for $29 billion in grants. CVS and Walmart are setting up initial drive-thru testing areas in Illinois and Massachusetts for health care workers and first responders. Tesla…
WASHINGTON (AP) – Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin has announced that the deadline for filing U.S. income taxes has been moved from April 15 to July 15. Mnuchin tweeted Thursday morning that at President Donald Trump’ direction, “we are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15. All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Coronavirus pandemic knows no borders or boundaries. It’s impacting the lives of people in big cities like Montgomery — as well as small towns like Camden. The impact of COVID-19 can be felt — in every aspect of life. Even in small rural towns. Camden Mayor Philip Creswell says people are following the guidelines…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Visitors at the Dallas County Courthouse — are now being screened for Coronavirus. Checkpoints manned by deputies — have been set up at the entrances to the main courthouse — and the courthouse annex. Hand sanitizer — protective masks — and latex gloves — are available at the checkpoints. However, before visitors are allowed to…
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is warning its customers about national Coronavirus scams. These are tips that Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama has provided to us: Scam Warning Signs: Door to door solicitation for any testing and prescribing for COVID -19; (tell individual(s) you are not interested, and you will contact your physician). Phone calls…
Despite the coronavirus the 2020 census is in full swing. Gov. Ivey encouraged all Alabamians to participate during the official kick-off on March 13. Copies have already been sent in the mail but for the first time in history, you can now participate online. Candy Capel, the Census Manager in Montgomery says nothing has changed due to the coronavirus but…
The Federal Trade Commission is warning the public of scammers during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Scammers are taking advantage of the fear surrounding the virus. The FTC and the FDA are warning people to check your sources and watch for emails claiming to be from the Center for Disease Control and prevention or the World Health Organization and ignore offers for…
The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) has been notified that an administrative employee tested positive for COVID-19. This is the first confirmed case within the ADOC. Due to HIPAA restrictions and security concerns, the ADOC will not release the name of the individual or the facility at which they work. As of now, there are no positive COVID-19 cases reported…
