*The interviewee’s last name is not included for her requested privacy* Andrea C of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is one of many hairstylist who are concerned over when they’ll be able to return to…
Category: People
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…
Influencer marketing stays competitive during the COVID-19 pandemic
Social media influencing has taken over Instagram. I spoke with Gabby Cook, a micro influencer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who shared insight on the impact of COVID-19 on the influencer community and the…
Temple professor assumes leadership role in keeping students informed and engaged
Temple University professor Kimmika Williams-Witherspoon has drawn praise from colleagues and students for her extra efforts to share information and resources in a time of crisis. Williams-Witherspoon, 61, has been keeping students…
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,…
Collective success network providing refurbished laptops for Philadelphia students to take online classes
To help low-income students keep up with the new form of instruction amid the coronavirus crisis, the Collective Success Network is providing refurbished laptops to students in the Philadelphia area. The donations…
New Jersey family owned hardware business copes with COVID-19 impact
West Trenton Hardware in Ewing Township, New Jersey is open with shortened hours. Son of the franchise owner, Thomas Nemec, shares insight on how the business is navigating the challenges that…
Work Environments More Stressful Than Ever for Grocery and Pharmacy Workers
Workers at essential businesses like grocery stores and pharmacies say they find their work environments stressful now that theirs are the only businesses open. In Pennsylvania, Gov. Tom Wolf has ordered all…
Uber Eats provides income during the quarantine
Delivery food service is an option if you’re told to stay home. Listen in on how one New Jersey resident is taking advantage of Uber Eats making extra cash during this quarantine.
Temple Fine Art Student Prepares for Virtual Learning
In an email on March 11, 2019, Richard Englert, President of Temple University, announced that the school would be going virtual due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The email states students in Temple…