Homeless support services are working harder than ever to protect the high risk and vulnerable homeless community from contracting COVID-19. Homelessness is difficult under any circumstances, but researchers at the University of…
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Educators Adjust to New Normal During Pandemic
In the six weeks since schools shut down, educators say they’ve felt saddened, stressed and concerned. Education is usually a social affair. Teachers and students gather and exchange knowledge and ideas. But as social…
COVID 19 pandemic makes life harder for senior citizens
Since the pandemic erupted in early March, the CDC said elderly people are the most vulnerable to COVID-19. Reatha Flowers, an 81-year-old woman, has health issues ranging from asthma to diabetes which…
Community members help one another amidst pandemic
The city of Pompano Beach feeds 1000 families in need every Thursday. Local churches, clubs and city council members came together to lift the burden of food disparity off of families’ shoulders….
Temple University Cancels First Annual Kente Ceremony Due to COVID-19
Temple University planned an inaugural graduation ceremony for multicultural students, but it was cancelled due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Not only was Temple University’s traditional ceremonies cancelled, but so was their Kente…
Local Specialty Food Store Adjusting to New Normal
At a time when larger grocery stores see surging demand, specialty grocer Lotsa Pasta has had to cut hours and staff. One of the smaller grocers trying to navigate the new normal…
Restaurants Struggling to Carry on with Carryout
Louisville’s local restaurants and bars are struggling to stay open as people have stopped dining in while practicing social distancing. Some national fast-food restaurants equipped with drive-thru windows have managed to weather…
Churches Celebrate Easter Sunday Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Churches move towards digital experiences amid COVID-19 pandemic, while also celebrating religious holidays. This time of year is usually one of the busiest times of year for churches. However, their daily operations…
Nonprofits Face New Challenges Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Many local nonprofits struggle to keep their doors open due to the COVID-19 outbreak significantly affecting their tools to success. These nonprofits that serve the community readily provide resources across our region,…
Q & A with the Louisville Courier-Journal’s Lucas Aulbach
One of the first slices of life to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic were professional, semi-professional, and college sports. Lucas Aulbach is a sports reporter for the Louisville Courier-Journal and has been at the CJ for four years,…