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Learning Grove opens childcare facilities for emergency personnel

Olivia H. Moragne Thursday, May 21, 2020

Financial support from the COVID-19 Regional Response Fund offered the necessary support to open two childcare facilities.

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People Working Cooperatively helps residents stay safe while stuck inside

David HolthausThursday, May 21, 2020

The nonprofit secured $175,000 in grants to make emergency repairs.

Northern Kentucky Buzz Faith Community Pharmacy offers curbside pickup providing social distancing for their clients with chronic diseases.

Faith Community Pharmacy steps up to meet a growing need during the pandemic

Tess BrownThursday, May 21, 2020
Since March 1, the nonprofit has provided prescriptions with a total value of more than $1 million across Northern Kentucky.
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Patrice WatsonThursday, May 14, 2020
Yard & Company launches a limited video podcast series focused on sharing solutions, ideas and interventions related to COVID-19’s impact on cities.
Northern Kentucky Buzz Covington artist Chad Turner has turned to virtual alternatives to teach and create.

How one artist is finding creative ways to spread the joy of art and learning while at home

Kareem A. SimpsonThursday, May 14, 2020
While our regional art institutions may be closed, artists like Chad Turner are getting creative in finding ways to continue arts programming from home.
Northern Kentucky Buzz Employees at CTI Clinical Consulting are working on a trial drug to treat COVID-19 infection.

First patient treated in test of a COVID-19 drug that a Covington-based research firm is conducting

David HolthausThursday, May 14, 2020
CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services is participating in the study of a drug that may treat the breathing problems that afflict many patients infected with the virus.
Northern Kentucky Buzz Online sales of Braxton's Dark Charge supported a relief fund for the brewery's furloughed employees.

Braxton Brewing supports laid-off employees the best way it knows how -- by selling beer

David HolthausThursday, May 14, 2020
The company put cellared bottles of the dark brew up for sale online under the condition that a portion of sales would be returned to its furloughed employees.
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Local doctor receives national attention for COVID-19 vaccine study

Soapbox StaffThursday, May 14, 2020
Source: Mirage News

Robert Frenck, MD, will lead the human trials that will hopefully help decrease the risk of infection.

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The Outride Fund grants $10,000 to area parks and biking associations

Soapbox StaffThursday, May 14, 2020
Source: Bicycle Retailer

The mission is to empower local communities to launch a variety of youth cycling initiatives nationwide.

Northern Kentucky Buzz Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar was among the many businesses receiving emergency grants from local governments.

Local community grants bridge the revenue gap for neighborhood businesses

David HolthausThursday, May 7, 2020
Fort Mitchell, Covington, Newport, and Fort Thomas are among the local governments making grants available to homegrown businesses in their towns.
Northern Kentucky Buzz Wes Morin, VP of operations at AquiSense Technologies, demonstrates the company's new sterilization product.

Bout with COVID-19 led to his company adapting its technology to protect health care workers

David HolthausThursday, May 7, 2020
With plenty of time to think, this high-tech CEO came up with an adaptation of his firm's technology to help protect health care workers.
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Bellevue resident raises $16,000 for charitable organizations through Facebook live concerts

David HolthausThursday, May 7, 2020

What started as a whim for musician Ben Walz turned into a quick way to get donations for local nonprofits.

Northern Kentucky Buzz Established in 1882, Children's Home of Northern Kentucky is moving further into outpatient services.

Just a call away, 10 Minutes With a Therapist aims to touch those struggling with mental health

David HolthausThursday, May 7, 2020
10 Minutes With a Therapist is meant to be an easy first step in practicing self-care and providing mental relief for those who need it.
Northern Kentucky Buzz Bright Days Child Development Center staff member, Kasi, with “to go” curriculum for parents to continue to make developmental progress with children while Bright Days and Scholar House are closed.

Brighton Center sees 300 percent increase in families requesting help during COVID-19 pandemic

Jennifer RiegertThursday, May 7, 2020
The stakes are much higher for working families still struggling to make ends meet.
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Chambers of commerce across the region are stepping up to help their members affected by COVID-19

Aiesha D. Little Thursday, May 7, 2020
Local organizations continue to offer systems of support by phone and email, and plan to take in-person meetings virtual.
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Addressing an epidemic during a pandemic: addicts talk about recovery during COVID-19

Colin JeffriesThursday, May 7, 2020

A local outpatient addiction treatment center surveyed patients in recovery to find out what new challenges they are facing and how to help.

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Green Umbrella: Connecting the dots between trails, food, greenspace, and healthy workplaces

Ryan Mooney-BullockThursday, May 7, 2020
As spring unfolds, people are flocking to parks, nature preserves, and other protected greenspaces. Time outside is providing us physical activity, mental clarity, opportunities for learning, and a break from being home all day.
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TSA officers stock airport pantries to help out-of-work colleagues

Soapbox StaffThursday, May 7, 2020
Source: CNBC

Employees of the Transportation Security Administration continue to receive paychecks, which they are using to help furloughed airport workers around the country, including those at CVG.

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Save local breweries: order lots of beer

Soapbox StaffThursday, May 7, 2020
Source: Food + Wine

Sales are plummeting during the coronavirus pandemic. Brewers are offering delivery and takeout to sustain business.

Northern Kentucky Buzz The number of meals of meals delivered to Northern Kentucky seniors doubled in just one month.

Relief Fund responds to urgent demand for meals for seniors as requests double

Tess BrownThursday, May 7, 2020
Until this year, delivering meals to seniors was a fairly straightforward process, with the products, logistics, and service plan in place. That all changed overnight.
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