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Pandemic leads volunteers to do missionary work 'right here at home' The United Way is trying to be a leader in mobilizing volunteers who can safely serve the community during the coronavirus pandemic. To volunteer through the United Way, go to unitedwaycemo.org and click on "Volunteer." by Joe Gamm Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 10:18pm

Tornado Watch lifted for Mid-Missouri UPDATE: The Tornado Watch issued Saturday afternoon has been canceled for Mid-Missouri. Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 8:00pm

Tebbetts community comes together for birthday celebration Tebbetts resident Lois Bess couldn't have a traditional party for her 90th birthday due to social distancing — but that didn't stop the celebration. by Layne Stracener Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 6:07pm

Coronavirus claims 10th Missouri victim as cases increase O'FALLON, Mo. (AP) — The death of a person in St. Charles County from the coronavirus is the 10th in Missouri, and as the number of confirmed cases escalates, some of the state's biggest hospitals are being forced to "examine what all our options are" to maintain enough protective equipment. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 4:02pm

Callaway County health officials announce non-WWU COVID-19 cases Five new cases of COVID-19 — including some not associated with William Woods University — have emerged in Callaway County. by Helen Wilbers & Olivia Garrett Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 3:41pm

One hail of a night: Jefferson City hit with large hail storm Hail up to 3 inches in diameter, according to the National Weather Service, caused damage to vehicles and buildings Friday night in Jefferson City, primarily on the west side of town. by Emily Cole Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 3:16pm

For nursing homes, symptoms aren't enough to tell who's sick SEATTLE (AP) — An investigation at a Seattle-area nursing home concluded symptoms aren't enough to identify who is infected once the coronavirus enters a long-term care facility. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Coronavirus deals one-two financial punch to state budgets The coronavirus is pounding state governments with a financial one-two punch, costing them millions to try to contain the disease just as businesses are shutting down and tax revenue is collapsing. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

US eyes new outbreaks as infections worldwide top 590,000 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans rushed to build a makeshift hospital in its convention center Friday as troubling new outbreaks bubbled in the United States, deaths surged in Italy and Spain and the world warily trudged through the pandemic that has sickened more than a half-million people. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Not all or nothing: Anti-virus lockdowns could lift slowly WASHINGTON (AP) — For the millions of Americans living under some form of lockdown to curb the spread of the coronavirus, not knowing when the restrictions will end is a major source of anxiety. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Water shutoffs in sharp focus amid coronavirus outbreak DETROIT (AP) — The advice is simple and universal: Washing your hands with soap and water is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of the coronavirus. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Virus test results in minutes? Scientists question accuracy MADRID (AP) — Some political leaders are hailing a potential breakthrough in the fight against COVID-19: simple pin-prick blood tests or nasal swabs that can determine within minutes if someone has, or previously had, the virus. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

'Go home!' South Africa has 1st death as lockdown begins JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa announced its first death from the coronavirus Friday as the country's cases rose well above 1,000 and a three-week lockdown began, with military patrolling and police screaming at the homeless on quiet streets. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

British Prime Minister Johnson tests positive for virus LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson tested positive for the new coronavirus, the first leader of a major nation to contract COVID-19, but he insisted Friday he remains in charge of the U. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

From Dhaka to Gaza: How do you socially distance in a crowd? JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Josna Begum lives with her son in a house with four other families in a slum in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, the world's most densely populated city. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Political turmoil in Kabul dogs negotiations with Taliban KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — After months of deliberation, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on Friday announced his 21-member team to negotiate peace with the Taliban, only to have his political opponent reject it as not inclusive enough. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Venezuela's only telecoms satellite is lost in space BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Venezuela's only telecommunications satellite has veered off its orbit and stopped working, creating a logistical headache for the cash-strapped South American nation. by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

In Egypt, transgender activist fights battle on many fronts CAIRO (AP) — Malak el-Kashif left home on her birthday seven years ago. Walking into an uncertain future, she was underdressed for the weather and armed with little — except for some makeup, a few women's accessories and 50 Egyptian pounds (at the time about six American dollars). by Associated Press Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Bridge rehabilitation rescheduled Due to weather, the last bridge rehabilitation along U.S. 63, between Columbia and Jefferson City, has been rescheduled to begin next week. by News Tribune Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Cole County History: Jefferson City vs. Pandemic of 1918 Editor's note: This is the first column in a two-part series about the Spanish Influenza. The second will be published next Saturday, April 5. by Bob Priddy, Historic City of Jefferson Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Jefferson City hospitals restrict staff from providing their own masks Some health care workers at area hospitals and their families have expressed dismay many of those workers aren't allowed to wear face masks that they brought from home in the workplace. by Joe Gamm Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

Missouri Hospital Association gathers resources for COVID-19 care The Missouri Hospital Association is gathering resources Missouri hospitals know they are going to need during the coronavirus pandemic, said Dave Dillon, MHA vice president of public and media relations. by Joe Gamm Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am

COVID-19 cases increase to 14 in Cole County The number of people in Cole County who tested positive for COVID-19 rose to 14 Friday night, up from 12 on Thursday. by News Tribune Published Mar. 28 2020 @ 12:05am