WASHINGTON (AP) — Top congressional and White House officials say they expect to reach a deal Tuesday on a nearly $2 trillion measure aimed at easing the economic damage inflicted by the coronavirus pandemic. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said they had spoken by phone […]
The rapid spread of the coronavirus since it was first reported in China has dealt an unprecedented shock to the global economy. Following are business developments Monday related to the outbreak as governments attempt to stabilize their economies, companies struggle to cope and millions of people face job losses and […]
Bans public gatherings of more than 10 people RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today issued a statewide order to protect the health and safety of Virginians and reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. Executive Order Fifty-Three orders the closure of certain non-essential businesses, bans all gatherings of more than […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia public schools will remain closed for the rest of the current school year and certain types of businesses, like bowling alleys, gyms and theaters, must close in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Gov. Ralph Northam said Monday. Northam’s order would not apply to businesses deemed […]
Virginia governor cancels school year, orders certain types of businesses to close RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia governor cancels school year, orders certain types of businesses to close.
(CHRISTIANSBURG, Virginia) – Public health districts across Virginia have activated public health call centers, to answer questions and provide information about COVID-19 and related issues, including symptoms, how to minimize the risk of exposure for yourself and your loved ones, local and statewide conditions, testing resources and how they are […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam on Sunday offered a sobering timeline of efforts to diminish the intensity of the coronavirus outbreak, warning that life as we’ve known it will be disrupted “for a long time.” Virginia health officials said the state’s load of positive COVID-19 cases had […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Talk about bad luck. Two weeks ago, Virginia lawmakers approved legislation to allow developers to build five large casino resorts around the state in what supporters have long hoped will be a dramatic economic boost to struggling areas. Virginia is one of the few states in […]
ROANOKE, Va. (AP) — Sudden statewide school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic have led to an adjustment period for parents and students across the region. While school districts are being lenient with requirements, learning must continue at some level. Parents around the region are finding creative ways to keep […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia health officials have eased COVID-19 testing criteria for doctors and nurses treating coronavirus patients and for nursing home and long-term care home residents, Gov. Ralph Northam announced on Saturday. Northam also said the state was seeking more health-related supplies. A shipment of protective gear for […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — Top-level negotiations between Congress and the White House pushed into the night Saturday on a ballooning $1 trillion-plus economic rescue package, as President Donald Trump urged a deal to steady a nation shuttered by the coronavirus pandemic. With a population on edge and financial markets teetering, all […]
In order to assist in mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19, the Wythe County Administration Office will be closed to the public for the week of March 23 through March 27, 2020. County staff will be at the office and available by telephone or email. The main number is […]