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THURSDAY, APRIL 16 HEADLINES -
(Sorry for the delay today.)
(Sorry for the delay today.)
FROM WASHINGTON, D.C.:
President Trump is set to outline a road map to reopening the country this afternoon.
A draft of the plan obtained by @NBCNews outlines a public health strategy for safely reopening the least affected areas after May 1.
Harder-hit areas may have to wait.
President Trump is set to outline a road map to reopening the country this afternoon.A draft of the plan obtained by @NBCNews outlines a public health strategy for safely reopening the least affected areas after May 1.
Harder-hit areas may have to wait.
The President says he's seeing promising signs in the battle against the coronavirus & it's time to start talking about getting back to normal.Experts say the key to getting people back to work is widespread testing for the virus, which is still a challenge.
Over 3 million Americans have been tested so far.
The White House says, more testing capacity is on the way.
The White House says, more testing capacity is on the way.
TRI-STATE:
The governors of OH, KY and IN joining forces in reopening their state's economy in a coordinated effort. Each has made tough decisions to shut down schools & businesses, now they're talking together about what it will look like when things begin to re-open.
The governors of OH, KY and IN joining forces in reopening their state's economy in a coordinated effort. Each has made tough decisions to shut down schools & businesses, now they're talking together about what it will look like when things begin to re-open.
With business being conducted across the borders of the states, Gov. Andy Beshear said he wants to make sure one state isn't staying on top of the virus, while another is bringing it in.He said all three states have had similar experiences during this crisis.
NATIONWIDE:
Throughout the week stimulus checks are being sent out and deposited for those who qualify.
The question still remains: how will this help the economy and who should expect the money?
This is one of the top emails we've been getting into our newsroom.
Throughout the week stimulus checks are being sent out and deposited for those who qualify.The question still remains: how will this help the economy and who should expect the money?
This is one of the top emails we've been getting into our newsroom.
Everyone wants to know when they'll get the check!Direct deposited is this week.
The first paper checks are expected in the mail next week.
You can now track your payment here:https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment
HEADS UP: There have been issues.Let us know what problems you have!
KENTUCKY:
The demand so high for a new drive-thru test site in NKY, more appointment spots have been added to help fill the need.
The site just opened yesterday with the goal of testing 1000 people.
You must qualify for testing to be added.
The demand so high for a new drive-thru test site in NKY, more appointment spots have been added to help fill the need.The site just opened yesterday with the goal of testing 1000 people.
You must qualify for testing to be added.
INDIANA:
Cautiously optimistic news from the Indiana State Health Commissioner!
The state announced the efforts of Hoosiers might be paying off in the fight against COVID-19.
Despite that optimism, the governor cautioned that this is not over yet.
INFO VIA @WTHRcom.
Cautiously optimistic news from the Indiana State Health Commissioner!The state announced the efforts of Hoosiers might be paying off in the fight against COVID-19.
Despite that optimism, the governor cautioned that this is not over yet.
INFO VIA @WTHRcom.
The governor also said that for now the stay-at-home order and other restrictions stay in place and that he plans to update them on Monday.READ MORE: https://www.wthr.com/article/isdh-indiana-may-be-seeing-flattening-curve
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