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As Trump pulls back from virus, Congress steps up

WASHINGTON — As President Donald Trump tries to move on from the coronavirus, Congress is rushing to fill the void and prepare the country for the long fight ahead. Compelled by the lack of comprehensive federal planning as states begin to reopen, lawmakers of both parties, from the senior-most senators to the newest House member, are jumping in to develop policies and unleash resources to prevent a second wave. In the House and Senate, lawmakers are pushing sweeping proposals for a national virus testing strategy. One seasoned Republican wants a war-like public health fund. A ...

Pence spends weekend at home after exposure to infected aide

ASHINGTON — Vice President Mike Pence was self-isolating Sunday after an aide tested positive for the coronavirus last week, but he planned to return to the White House on Monday. An administration official said Pence was voluntarily keeping his distance from other people in line with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He has repeatedly tested negative for COVID-19 since his exposure but was following the advice of medical officials. His action came after three of the nation’s top scientists took their own protective steps following possible exposure to ...

Rally held in Steubenville to protest shutdown

STEUBENVILLE — Free Ohio Now supporters rallied Saturday for freedoms they say have been eroded during Ohio’s months-long coronavirus response. About 30 adults and children turned out for the event, held in Eastern Gateway Community College’s parking lot. The college itself was not ...

Indian Creek High School salutes seniors

WINTERSVILLE — Indian Creek’s Class of 2020 may have missed out on traditional senior year experiences, but their teachers weren’t about to let them leave without knowing how much they’d be missed. So Saturday, in lieu of their customary walk across the stage, the Indian Creek ...

West Liberty University graduates 371 during virtual commencement

WEST LIBERTY — The Class of 2020 at West Liberty University celebrated commencement in a virtual ceremony Saturday morning, deviating from the traditional festivities as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We congratulate the Class of 2020 on their perseverance and tenacity, as they ...

Paramedics in hard-hit areas put their lives on the line

NARBERTH, Pa. (AP) — The patient’s fever was so high that paramedic Tim Mumford could feel the heat radiating off the man’s skin through two layers of latex gloves. He fought for air in short, rapid gulps, drawing so little that his face was tinged with blue. Pressing a stethoscope to ...