Global COVID-19 milestones mark deadliest phase yet
The world passes 500000 deaths and 10 million cases as nations reel from rising infections. Governors in Texas and California tighten reopenings amid surges while Florida districts again limit beaches. European hotspots in Leicester and Swiss clubs show persistent transmission. France and Poland move toward local elections with safety measures.
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U S COVID 19 surge seen likely to persist weeks
Public health veterans Tom Frieden and Scott Gottlieb warn that the surge in U S coronavirus cases will continue for weeks as states rush reopenings. Frieden cautions against rapid easing while noting Americans tire of restrictions. He compares easing to leaning into a left hook.
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Wadsworth Class of 2020 graduates outdoors after COVID era
Samantha Shaffer and 367 other Grizzlies celebrated 368 diplomas in an outdoor ceremony at 625 Broad St Wadsworth High School. 147 earned honors diplomas and received scholarships from VFW Post 1089 Medina County offices and local organizations. Students praised resilience through Zoom and online learning while looking ahead to future opportunities.
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Medina County COVID remains flat on hospitalizations and deaths
The Gazette reports Medina County has 464 COVID-19 cases, up 25 in a week, with no new hospitalizations since June 20 and no deaths since June 14. County totals reach 73 hospitalizations and 31 deaths. Statewide, Ohio totals 50,309 cases, 7,681 hospitalizations, 2,807 deaths. Castle Noel closes temporarily due to rising cases. reopened June 17 earlier.
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Mississippi moves to remove Confederate emblem from state flag
Mississippi lawmakers cleared a bill to replace the flag bearing the Confederate battle emblem with a design featuring In God We Trust, sending it to the Senate after a 91 to 23 House vote. Gov. Tate Reeves expects to sign, triggering a November ballot single-design vote and potential new flag if approved.
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