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Hope in the time of the coronavirus
Bradley Bryne U.S. Congressman In Genesis 2, God says “It is not good that the man should be alone.” He made us for Himself, but he also made us for one another. Separation is painful for us all. This fight against the coronavirus called COVID-19 is hard. We are forced to separate from one another. Our economy is sorely wounded. Worse, our neighbors are infected with this disease, some fighting…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago
Grateful for support
Strange doesn’t describe it. Surreal maybe comes close – strange, not seeming real, like a dream. With each new update from state and federal government, life gets to be more surreal as we cope with the coronavirus pandemic. When we finished the April “atmore” magazine last week, we were operating under what we knew deadline day, March 25. Beyond that, we couldn’t foresee what would happen with businesses. Friday, March…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago
Slowing the spread: All hands on deck
As the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to change the way we live our daily lives, it’s important to take note of the ways this challenging time has brought our communities together. It has been reassuring to see stories of neighbors helping neighbors in communities in Southwest Alabama and beyond. As we continue to treat this unprecedented challenge with the seriousness it deserves, let’s not forget to help our neighbors as best…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago
Embrace precaution, not panic, for coronavirus safety
I wanted to update you on the latest COVID-19 coronavirus developments. While the situation remains serious, the risk to most Americans remains low. It is important that we stay calm and do not panic unnecessarily. The federal government continues its aggressive response to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, secure access to testing for those who need it, and ensure those who have contracted the disease receive the treatment they…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago
Combatting coronavirus misinformation
Although the COVID-19 coronavirus is dominating the news, it’s important to know the facts about the virus and the ongoing work to prevent its spread. I’d also like to dispel some misinformation regarding your government’s actions to fight it. Despite what some fearmongers have said, the federal government has been preparing for a public health challenge such as this. In fact, according to the 2019 Global Health Security Index, the…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago