Tag: COVID-19
Kikstart Inc.: Reducing Hunger For Children and Families
By Kathryn Sesser-Dorné
The Birmingham Times
Thanks to Kikstart Inc. a permanent solution is in place for students who no longer had access to regular meals...
Volunteer Wanda Hines on Creating a Nourishing Environment
By Je’Don Holloway Talley
For the Birmingham Times
The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t slowed volunteer Wanda Hines—she just makes sure she’s safe in all that she does.
“I...
With Social Distancing, Kala Rembert Stays Close To Those She Cares...
By Je’Don Holloway Talley
For the Birmingham Times
Social distancing doesn’t mean Kala Rembert can’t find ways to help and inspire others during the devastating COVID-19...
Drew: Supplies needed for self-isolation
By Samuetta Hill Drew
As of this date, a majority of the United States governors have implemented a “shelter in place” order. The “shelter in...
Ellis: Coronavirus and chronic diseases
By Glenn Ellis
Chronic diseases affect nearly 1 in 2 adults in this country.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) uses this definition: “Chronic...
Word on The Street
Compiled by Erica Wright
We asked Birmingham-area residents, What are you doing to stay mentally and physically fit during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Breancha Scott: “I go...
Birmingham approves $1M to hire unemployed to battle COVID-19
By Erica Wright
The Birmingham Times
On Tuesday, the City Council approved $1 million for the Birmingham Strong Service Corps, a newly formed program to identify...
Community Foundation awards first grants to deal with COVID-19
The Birmingham Times
The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham on Friday began the first round of grants from its COVID-19 Relief Fund to organizations helping...
How to safely grocery shop during the coronavirus pandemic
By Holly Gainer
UAB News
The novel coronavirus has changed many aspects of our day-to-day lives, including trips to the grocery store. Instead of popping by...
Bronze Valley and gener8tor launch emergency response program
By Mark Kelly
Alabama Newscenter
Small businesses in Alabama affected by the coronavirus pandemic will be supported by a new initiative announced April 7. A partnership...
