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The COVID-19 crisis forced a record number of people out of their jobs. And, that number continues to climb. So many face economic uncertainty. More people than ever before are looking for one of the basics many might take for granted. That’s food. The Executive Director of the Food Bank of Siouxland , Linda Scheid, outlines the increased need and where you can turn for help. She also talks about a state-wide program to help farmers get their meat and eggs into the hands of the hungry. Scheid

05.14.20 4:32 The 30th annual Saturday in the Park delayed from its July 4 th date in Sioux City because of COVID-19. In an online news conference today, SITP organizer Dave Bernstein made the announcement, He said, tentatively, they were looking at some dates in late August or September, "It’s the right decision, it’s the decision we have to make, July 4 th is six weeks from now. And just feels way to soon to risk tyring to have the vfest and ulitimatley having the festival pulled out from us

05.14.20 4:04 The 30th annual Saturday in the Park delayed from its July 4 th date in Sioux City because of COVID-19. In an online news conference today, STIP organizer Dave Bernstein made the announcement. “Tentatively, we are looking at some dates in late August or September, I know that this incredibly disappointing for many most notability most of us that work on the festival, and so many of our attendees, fans, sponsors, crews. I know that this festival has a real sweet spot in the all lot

The coronavirus continues to cause infections in the Siouxland area. Four more deaths due to complications of COVID-19 have been reported by the Dakota County Health Department. There are now a total of 11 casualties and 26 people who have died in both Dakota and Woodbury Counties. Dakota County added 37 new positive cases and Woodbury County saw 35 more, for a total of more than 3,600 for both areas. Iowa health officials reported a dozen more deaths due to COVID-19, bringing the state total to

Our immigrant and refugee communities are deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Mary J. Treglia Community House works to respond through education, service and advocacy. Executive Director Becky Carlson talked to Siouxland Public Media's Sheila Brummer about the issue and controversy surrounding racist rhetoric made concerning essessial workers in the meat-packing industry. Also, Station Manager Mark Munger shares more information about foreign-language newscasts co-produced by Siouxland

Getting outside for a walk is encouraged by health experts during the COVID-19 outbreak. Even though Sioux City parks are closed for now, trails are still open. Sioux City Parks and Recreation staff even posted signs to encourage people using the parks to follow guidelines to keep people safe. Interim Recreation Supervisor John Byrnes talked to Siouxland Public Media about the issue and popularity of the parks during the pandemic. NEWS RELEASE FROM THE CITY OF SIOUX CITY: Sioux City and Parks

051320 532 Most coronavirus-related restrictions will be lifted statewide this Friday, May 15, Governor Kim Reynolds announced this morning at her coronavirus news conference. “All restrictions currently lifted in Iowa’s 77 counties will be expanded statewide, which includes restaurants, fitness centers, and additionally, salons, barber shops, massage therapy may reopen statewide, with some capacity restrictions, health measures that are put in place.” Bars and casinos will not be allowed to

The state of Iowa will open up significantly this Friday. Governor Kim Reynolds made that announcement this morning at her coronavirus news conference. The opening includes most businesses excepting bars and casinos. However, social distancing, and wearing a mask if your are not six feet away from others will be required. Anyone who has been in close contact for more than 30 minutes with a confirmed positive case, also needs to continue to self-isolate for 14 days. Today public health officials

All coronavirus-related restrictions will be lifted statewide this Friday, May 15. Governor Kim Reynolds made that announcement this morning at her coronavirus news conference. “All restrictions currently lifted in Iowa’s 77 counties will be expanded statewide, which includes restaurants, fitness centers, and additionally, salons, barber shops, massage therapy may reopen statewide, with some capacity restrictions, health measures that are put in place.” Bars and casinos will not be allowed to

Woodbury County COVID-19 casualties reached a new high yesterday with four deaths attributed to the disease. Siouxland District Health reported the deaths along with 314 new positive cases of COVID-19. Also, yesterday Iowa had the second-highest single day increase in Covid-19 deaths since the pandemic hit the state. The Iowa Department of Public Health reported eighteen more deaths and 539 additional cases of the coronavirus. At her coronavirus news conference, Governor Kim Reynolds noted that