Ajo Al’s To Donate Sales For Employee’s Income

On Wednesday night, March 25th, Ajo Al’s will be donating 100% of its sales in support of their employees. Ajo Al’s invites all of their wonderful customers to come out and support their staff. Income for employees in the restaurant industry has been disproportionately affected in this crisis. A Note From Ajo Al’s: Employees... Read More

Arizona Secretary of State Pushes For All Mail Ballots

Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs took to social media to push Arizona House and Senate leadership for legislation that would authorize counties to shift elections to all ballot-by-mail if the need should arise. In a letter sent to leadership, Hobbs praised election officials for conducting an election under a public health emergency. She... Read More

Gov. Doug Ducey Announces Launch of Statewide COVID-19 Hotline

Sunday, Governor Doug Ducey announced the launch of a new statewide COVID-19 Hotline through $2 million in funding provided by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. The hotline is administered by 2-1-1 Arizona and the Crisis Response Network and will offer an entry point to field questions and concerns from Arizona residents about COVID-19.... Read More

National Guard To Step In And Help Stock Arizona Grocery Stores

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Arizona National Guard has been called upon to help grocery stores restock empty shelves. An initial meeting took place on Saturday morning with the Arizona National Guard and grocery executives to review logistics on how best to help stores restock. The meeting was one of the first steps the... Read More

Arizona Restaurant Association announces Arizona Takeout Week

The Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) is responding to the recent state of emergency by creating an effort to help support local dining establishments with the debut of Arizona Takeout Week. Arizona Takeout Week is now in effect and will run through the completion of the Coronavirus closures. AZ Takeout Week will help restaurants and those patrons... Read More

Arizona Projected To Face Over 100,000 Job Losses Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Arizona will lose more than 100,000 jobs by this summer as a result of the COVID-19 virus, according to a new analysis of employment data. The non-partisan Economic Policy Institute released a new study based on job loss projections from financial institutions, and existing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It predicts Arizona... Read More

ASU For You Gathers Resources So Learning Does Not Stop

Arizona State University has compiled tools for education at all levels and ages all in one website. On Friday, ASU President Michael Crow announced the launch of ASU For You. In his email announcing the launch, President Crow stated:  “ASU For You includes many learning tools at no cost such as virtual field trips; library... Read More

When COVID Cleaning, Do Not Mix These Household Cleaning Products

Coronavirus concerns have us all reaching for hand sanitizer, Lysol mist and Clorox wipes. But health officials warn, some products can be dangerous if mixed. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, household bleach should never be mixed with ammonia or any other cleanser, like rubbing alcohol. Bleach should only be diluted... Read More

10 Positive Updates On The Coronavirus

Tired of all the negative updates about the coronavirus? Luckily, there have been some positive updates recently. Here are 10 positive updates on COVID-19: 1. US Researchers Deliver First COVID-19 Vaccine to Volunteers in Experimental Test Program Scientists at the Kaiser Permanente Washington Research Institute in Seattle delivered the first rounds of a potential... Read More

How Soap Kills The Coronavirus

VIDEO SOURCE: Vox

The CDC has educated the world that handwashing remains the No. 1 tip for preventing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). It’s common sense and it works. Watch this educational video as they break down exactly why soap seems to be the ultimate virus annihilator.

When do I need to wash my hands?

Handwashing throughout the day is important, but even more important during an outbreak. Always remember to wash your hands in these situations:

• After returning from a public outing (grocery store, work, school, concert, sporting activity, hospital, nursing home, etc.).
• Before leaving the bathroom — both at home and in public bathrooms.
• After shaking hands during flu season and virus outbreaks.
• Before, during, and after preparing food, especially raw food.
• Before eating food.
• Before and after caring for someone at home who is sick with symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea.
• Before and after treating a cut or wound.
• After changing diapers or cleaning up a child who has used the toilet.
• After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• After touching an animal, animal feed, or animal waste.
• After handling pet food or pet treats.
• After touching garbage.
• After putting on your shoes.
• After using public computers, touching public tables and countertops, cash and coins, other people’s phones, etc.

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