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Segment 1: Adapting Kansas counties, businesses, schools and employees to coronavirus Gov. Laura Kelly has signed a series of executive orders aimed at safeguarding the health of Kansans during the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked her about criticism that the measures went too far, and whether she’s considering a statewide stay-at-home order. Gov. Laura Kelly , D-Kansas Segment 2, beginning at 21:15: Officials in the Johnson County, Kansas, seat are working to connect residents to available resources. County health departments are taking the lead in Kansas' response to the coronavirus pandemic, and elected officials in Olathe are focused on being their effective supporting players. That includes getting the word out to diverse communities about the dangers posed by COVID-19, and the resources available to people taking a hit because of it. Tim Danneberg , director of communications and customer services, Olathe, Kansas Segment 3, beginning at 32:10: Pandemic gives rise to unique personal

Segment 1: Kansas City, Kansas, family stuck in Peru His wife and daughter have been in Lima, Peru, since January, and Brian Copeland felt like spending some vacation time hanging out with them there. He didn't expect he'd end up spending weeks on lockdown in a three-bedroom apartment with six other people. Brian Copeland , Kansas City, Kansas, resident Segment 2, beginning at 15:59: Kansas public schools, in the days of coronavirus Kansas' public schools were the first in the nation to close statewide in light of the spread of COVID-19. The decision was made to help defend the health of everyone in Kansas, but it came with major implications for students, teachers, staff and parents. Charles Foust , Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools superintendent Randy Watson , Kansas commissioner of education Segment 3, beginning at 37:35: Missouri superintendents adjust to pandemic Missouri's education commissioner said we're in truly uncharted territory, so planning for a pandemic like this was

Segment 1: Wife's Facebook post seen by hundreds meant one more hospital visit with her husband before he died Five days after he was diagnosed, Dennis Wilson became Johnson County's first death caused by COVID-19. His wife, Joanna Wilson, explained how after being sent home from the hospital where Dennis had been admitted, she took to Facebook to update friends and family on her husband's condition. She related how, despite hospital visitation restrictions at this time, she was able to visit Dennis before he died thanks to the efforts of hospital staff who saw her post. Joanna Wilson , widow of Dennis Wilson Segment 2, beginning at 19:21: City officials in smaller municipalities also feeling the brunt of the coronavirus Although considerably smaller than Kansas City, Gladstone, Missouri is facing many of the same problems presented by the coronavirus, but with a fraction of the resources of its larger neighbor. Gladstone mayor Carol Suter gave us an update on how her city is getting

Segment 1, beginning at 4:12: Current Washington debates revolve around who should get a bailout due to the COVID-19 crisis. Congress seems willing to shell out massive amounts of cash to make up for lost economic activity, but lawmakers can't yet agree on who should get checks and for how much. Kansas City's congressman said his proposals are aimed at the least-advantaged — those making less than $50,000 annually. He also gave updates on his own attempts to get back to Washington to vote, the availability of test kits and misinformation about the new coronavirus. U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver , D-Kansas City Segment 2, beginning at 16:17: Fallout from the spread of the new coronavirus is creating unprecedented legal conundrums. Employment (and unemployment) technicalities, evictions and so many more legal processes are seemingly unclear because of the ongoing pandemic. Though they couldn't offer specific legal advice, we asked legal experts to address common concerns that have arisen from

Segment 1: "I'm going to continue to work really hard, I'm just going to do it from home," said U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids. Despite deciding to self-quarantine after potential exposure to the novel coronavirus, Kansas' U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids said she's still working to ensure any stimulus package out of the Capitol prioritizes people who need it most. She also emphasized the importance of practicing social distancing, listening to public health officials and taking the coronavirus situation seriously. U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids , D-Kansas Segment 2, beginning at 15:13: How to practice social distancing without social isolation To stem the spread of coronavirus, people have been told to physically distance themselves. It means friends and neighbors have had to get creative about connecting with others while heeding the recommended six feet of distance. Katie Kriegshauser , psychologist and director of the Kansas City Center for Anxiety Treatment Segment 3, beginning at 33:08: The arts

Segment 1: What Washington lawmakers are working on in response to the spread of COVID-19. The federal response to the spread of coronavirus had "a clunky start," said Missouri's senior U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt . Since then federal decision-makers have enabled state leaders, he said, and Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has enabled county and local leaders to get things done. U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt , R-Missouri Segment 2, beginning at 16:35: Mayor Lucas said drastic measures are needed in the fight against coronavirus. The added complications of working from home have already wreaked havoc on one Kansas City Council committee meeting . We asked the mayor about that incident, the importance of ongoing budget proceedings, and the city's response to more COVID-19 cases in the metro. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas Segment 3, beginning at 31:51: The consequences of a new coronavirus are introducing new financial dilemmas. Many people in Kansas City and around the country are finding themselves newly

Answers to coronavirus questions, and resources available in the Kansas City area As part of special coverage of the novel coronavirus, KCUR opened the phone lines to answer your questions. From hospital preparedness to mental health to where to find social services, our panel of experts fielded questions from around the metro, including one senior who wanted to know if the drive-thru at the bank could put her at risk. Dr. Mary Anne Jackson , professor and interim dean at the UMKC School of Medicine Katie Kriegshauser , psychologist and director of the Kansas City Center for Anxiety Treatment Jim MacDonald , chief community investment officer for the United Way of Greater Kansas City David Smith , CEO of Associated Wholesale Grocers To support the efforts of the United Way of Greater Kansas City during the novel coronavirus health crisis, text 'KCRelief2020' to 41444 or donate at . All funds will remain in the Kansas City area and support UWGKC’s partner agencies and programs.

Segment 1: How sports journalists are adapting to a lack of sporting events. The coronavirus has proven to be a huge disruption in the world of athletics. Aside from professional teams suspending seasons (to the dismay of thousands), sports journalists are also facing a major shift in how they find and report stories. Marleah Campbell , sports director for WIBW-TV Greg Echlin , sports contributor for KCUR Vahe Gregorian , sports columnist for the Kansas City Star Segment 2, beginning at 29:39: Social distancing without the internet Schools are closing and many businesses are asking employees to work from home. What about those without adequate internet, laptops or phones, though? We're starting to see the digital divide separate the haves and have-nots in ways that are specific to this outbreak. Katie Boody , founder and CEO of LEANLAB Tom Esselman , CEO of Connecting For Good Linda Poon , staff writer for CityLab

Segment 1: Rye's Megan Garrelts is a semi-finalist for a James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef. While some pastry chefs make a name for themselves for crazy concoctions, a significant portion of Garrelts' success is the result of elevating standbys like pies and cinnamon rolls. Megan Garrelts , owner and executive pastry chef, Rye and Bluestem Segment 2, beginning at 13:49: Looking into the impact of the coronavirus on our local restaurants. How are businesses changing how they operate? How can we support our community without putting ourselves at risk? How are owners and employees doing with all of this? Jenny Vergara , Feast Magazine Liz Cook , The Pitch Carlton Logan , KCFoodGuys.com Danielle Lehman , Open Belly Podcast Segment 3, beginning at 35:10: Tips for cooking at home with pantry staples. We asked someone who dominates their pantry on a regular basis to give us ideas for tasty meals based mostly on non-perishables in your pantry. She shared secrets for working with

Segment 1: Can we really expect people to stay home from work when they're sick if they don't get paid sick leave? In Missouri and Kansas, employers are not required to provide sick leave. What does that mean as we watch the coronavirus spread and workers are told to self-quarantine? Christopher Ingraham, data reporter for The Washington Post, Our lack of paid sick leave will make the coronavirus worse Wade Conyers, local sous chef Segment 2, beginning at 25:04: Season 1, Episode 5, A People's History of Kansas City. We continue sharing installments of this new podcast from KCUR exploring the everyday heroes, renegades and visionaries who shaped Kansas City. In this episode, the story of a guy who changed the story of booze in Kansas.