Let’s make the most of this odd COVID-19 Thanksgiving and celebrate everything that makes the holidays special without putting anyone else at risk.
Recovery & Reopening
Posted inHealth & Wellness
Fear of Flying Is a COVID-Era Conundrum
The airlines argue more is now known about the virus and recent industry-sponsored studies show flying is just as safe as regular daily activities. They also tout policies such as mask mandates and enhanced cleaning to protect travelers from the coronavirus. But what’s the real story?
Posted inK-12 Education
Distance learning stokes fears of excessive screen time
For years, child development experts have warned about limiting screen time. Now kids and parents have little choice but to embrace it.
Posted inCity Life
Toasting Last Chance: Local bands will play brewery gig as wildfire fundraiser
THE HERE & NOW: Cement Ship and Wide Eyed will perform in two socially distanced concerts at Shanty Shack to raise money to rebuild the community center.
Posted inHealth & Wellness
Watsonville nursing home sued by family of resident who died during COVID-19 outbreak
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
Posted inCOVID 2022
Santa Cruz still ‘in it for the long haul’ with COVID, county health officer says
LOOKOUT EXCLUSIVE: Gail Newel discusses how the virus is spreading, school reopening plans, testing, “COVID fatigue” and how we should handle the holidays. She even reveals her own Thanksgiving plans.
Posted inBusiness & Technology
21 for ’21: MariaElena De La Garza isn’t interested in going backward
Her mother used to tell her, Cada quien pone su granito de arena — “Everyone puts in their grain of sand.” As MariaElena De La Garza remembers it, that was her mother’s way to evoke collective action, to illustrate the individual’s responsibility to her community. After nearly 30 years in the non-profit sector helping others […]
Posted inCOVID 2022
At-home health tests are booming amid coronavirus. Experts warn about their safety
As coronavirus cases surge once again in California, at-home tests have been in high demand. But experts are warning people to be more cautious in their quest for a more convenient testing solution.
Posted inFood & Drink
New cuisine amid COVID: These bold restaurateurs stayed the course
The pandemic has taken its toll on dining out, but these resilient restaurateurs have stayed the course in Santa Cruz County in different ways. Here’s how they did it, and how you can sample their cuisine.
Posted inCOVID 2022
What you need to know about the 2 coronavirus vaccines on the horizon
In one week, Pfizer and Moderna both announced significant progress in their efforts to develop a COVID-19 vaccine.