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What was the biggest news story this past week -- either in your community, nationally, or globally?
Due to the ongoing pandemic, our small community has been forced to cancel its annual festival for the second year in a row. Each spring for 34 years, this two-day event has attracted thousands to our town and brings much need money to the coffers of area businesses. For residents and town officials alike, the festival is a much anticipated social highlight, as well as an opportunity to accentuate the municipality’s positive points. Disgruntlement prevails now, but there is no doubt that this decision--however disappointing--was the wisest course of action.
February 27, 2021
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How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your life right now? Tell us about your experiences, feelings, and thoughts.
The pandemic adds new complexities to a return to in person learning. I had to buy a new headset the other day because the mask mandate will make it more difficult to hear my classmates in person. I also have to wash my masks more often now that I am walking around more frequently. While these sacrifices are worth it for in person learning, it adds new wrinkles to an already complicated schedule.
August 20, 2021