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US company trials coronavirus vaccine in Australia A U.S. biotechnology company announced today the start of human trials in Australia of a vaccine for the coronarvirus with hopes of releasing a proven vaccine this year. Published May. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

For Your Health: Is COVID-19 making you sick? Does your stress level, mood and how you think directly impact your immune system? by Melinda Ridenhour, For the News Tribune Published May. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

Get Moving: Get out there and hike I don't remember a time that I didn't love exploring the world around me.From a young age, I remember visits to Roach, Missouri, where my grandparents lived, and hiding around their property along the Little Niangua River. by Jennifer Hickman, For the News Tribune Published May. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

Remembering mental wellness of health care professionals As Mental Health Awareness Month is nearing its end, this is an important time to not only recognize and de-stigmatize the mental health issues faced by the general community, but to also shine a light on the similar illnesses clinicians and caregivers can fall victim to. by Dr. Russ Carpenter, For the News Tribune Published May. 26 2020 @ 12:05am

Top Mid-Missouri news about COVID-19 As news about the novel coronavirus continues to evolve, the News Tribune wants to ensure the community is up-to-date. You can find links to local event announcements, business closings and changes, and news articles about COVID-19 here. Published May. 26 2020 @ 12:00am

KC smaller colleges could benefit amid pandemic Kansas City's smaller colleges and universities said their size could benefit them amid the coronavirus pandemic, unlike many other schools that have been forced to make cuts. Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Second stylist at Great Clips in Missouri sick with COVID-19 A Springfield hairstylist served 84 clients over eight days while experiencing symptoms of coronavirus, and now a coworker is sick, health officials said. Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

State considers expanding remote work Some of Missouri's state departments are demonstrating they can deliver the same level of performance for the public with many of their staff working remotely — opening discussions about whether some staff may continue to work remotely beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. by Phillip Sitter Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Missouri sheet metal union donates mask-making parts Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, Christy Bullock has been trying to optimize the design of her homemade face masks. by Madison McVan, Missouri Information Corps Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

JC Schools postponing graduation to July Jefferson City School District has again postponed its graduation commencement due to the coronavirus pandemic. by News Tribune Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Holiday amid pandemic Americans divided on how to respond President Donald Trump played golf at one of his courses Saturday during the Memorial Day weekend as he urged U.S. states to reopen after coronavirus-related lockdowns. Published May. 24 2020 @ 12:03am

Local theaters hope for safe, strong reopenings After weeks of empty seats and closed doors, local theater groups are considering how they can return to performing for audiences while balancing the new concerns of life amid a global pandemic. by Madeleine Leroux Published May. 23 2020 @ 11:19pm

Capital Mall businesses starting to return to normal Despite some stores remaining closed, most businesses at Capital Mall reopened earlier this month and they have been keeping busy. by Nicole Roberts Published May. 23 2020 @ 11:15pm

Ewing tests positive for COVID-19 WASHINGTON — Georgetown basketball coach Patrick Ewing tested positive for COVID-19 and is being treated at a hospital. by Associated Press Published May. 23 2020 @ 2:24am

ONLINE ONLY: Signs of the times Since the coronavirus pandemic broke out in the United States, plenty has changed. The way we eat, work, spend our free time, worship, exercise and interact with others have all been altered as the country, state and county adjust to new guidelines to keep community members safe and healthy. by Liv Paggiarino Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

New infections show virus accelerating across Latin America RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic accelerated across Latin America on Friday, bringing a surge of new infections and deaths, even as curves flattened and reopening was underway in much of Europe, Asia and the United States. by Associated Press Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

As Memorial Day tempts people outdoors, virus rebound feared Millions of Americans are set to emerge from coronavirus lockdowns and take tentative steps outdoors to celebrate Memorial Day weekend at beaches, cookouts and family gatherings, raising concern among public health officials that large gatherings could cause outbreaks to come roaring back. by Associated Press Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Trump declares churches 'essential,' calls on them to reopen WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday labeled churches and other houses of worship as "essential" and called on governors nationwide to let them reopen this weekend even though some areas remain under coronavirus lockdown. by Associated Press Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Pandemic claims another victim: Robocalls Have you been missing something amid the lockdowns and stay-at-home orders? No, not human contact. Not even toilet paper. by Associated Press Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Military museum not open, but still engaging public There won't be an opportunity this Memorial Day weekend to visit the Museum of Missouri Military History because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the public can continue to engage with the museum online. by News Tribune Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Local COVID-19 testing sites to close for holiday COVID-19 testing sites in Mid-Missouri will be closed Monday for Memorial Day.The SSM Health drive-thru COVID-19 testing sites in Jefferson City and Mexico both will be closed. by News Tribune Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Ameren to help low-income customers with electric bills The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a modified agreement between Ameren Missouri and the Office of the Public Counsel to provide approximately $3. by News Tribune Published May. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Helias cancels summer school Helias Catholic High School has canceled summer school and switched to an eight-period day for the fall semester in light of concerns about COVID-19. by Layne Stracener Published May. 22 2020 @ 10:38pm