Closures
Universities Get Creative With Technology Due to Coronavirus Closures
Universities scrambled over the past month to move classes online as the coronavirus pandemic forced campus closures. With social distancing likely to extend through the spring semester, chief information officers are taking stock of their actions, identifying quick solutions that could one day become permanent fixtures on a postcrisis campus. University of Washington “When we …
NMSU offers 4-H members special project during COVID-19 closures
Jane Moorman, New Mexico State University Published 12:30 p.m. MT March 28, 2020 | Updated 4:01 p.m. MT March 28, 2020 CLOSE 4-H member John Turner participates in a “Technology and Design” project session during the COVID-19 closure of his school. Thirty youth participated in the initial video-conferencing sessions about the basics of creating digital …
Thomas County Schools using technology to keep students active in learning during coronavirus closures
By: Sophia Hernandez | WCTV Eyewitness NewsMarch 18, 2020 THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WCTV) — Thomas County Schools aren’t letting school closures hinder students learning. The district is providing Chromebooks to students who may not have the technology they need for online learning. There’s a buzz in Thomasville; on Monday, alone, more than 1,300 laptops were given …
Catholic schools break ranks with Australian government advice and call for closures
While about 20 non-government schools in Victoria are closing, most private school principals in Sydney are backing health advice to keep their campuses open despite intense pressure from parents to shut them amid deep public concern about COVID-19. Loading Many parents are keeping their students home regardless of advice; some schools estimate one in four …
Local Meal Prep Company Giving Free Meals to Kids During Extended Break – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
School districts across North Texas have shut down school in hopes of stopping the spread of the coronavirus, especially in young people. While the closures are meant to help, for the countless children who depend on free and reduced lunches at school, their families may be wondering where their next meal will come from. Dallas …
Traveling this spring break? Here are some closures you may want to know about
HOUSTON – Traveling for spring break? The Texas Department of Transportation wants to make sure drivers are navigating in the safest and most efficient way possible. Because of major projects to increase visibility, traffic flow and safety, TxDOT will still continue working during these heavy travel periods. With a growing population, as well as spring …
Water Main Break Causes Sinkhole To Form on Miami Roadway, Prompts Closures – NBC 6 South Florida
Authorities are investigating a water main break that appears to have caused a large sinkhole to form near the Coconut Grove Metrorail Station. ADVISORY: Investigators are on scene in the area of 27th Avenue between 27 Terrace near US1 due to a water main break. Please avoid this area as proper authorities investigate. pic.twitter.com/6CAIUZ5lgc — …
Proteus Digital Health plans job cuts, facilities closures
REDWOOD CITY — Proteus Digital Health, a once-hot health technology startup that had invented a digital pill, is planning to cut hundreds of jobs and close facilities in Redwood City and Hayward, state labor documents show. Founded in 2001, Proteus has developed a digital pill technology that investors once deemed to be a hot ticket, …
Water main break to impact morning commutes in Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va (WFXR) – A major 12-inch water main break will significantly impact portions of Roanoke this morning. The eastbound lane of Hershberger Road and turn lanes into Williamson Road will be closed for most of the day. Officials are asking people to avoid the area as their crews work to contain the break. This …
