Its wednesday, july 22nd. Here are the facts at this hour. We begin with the rise in deaths from the coronavirus, the number topping 1,000 yesterday for the first time in nearly two months. In all, nearly 143,000 americans have lost their lives. The number of overall cases is close to 4 million. Across the country, the numbers are surging, particularly in the sun belt. Mississippi broke its oneday record for cases. Nevada broke its record for deaths, and florida broke its record for hospitalizations. In fact, nationwide more than 59,000 people are being treated for covid. The highest number since the pandemic began. At the very same time, a new report from the cdc shows the number of people actually infected are more than ten times higher than whats being reported. The findings suggest lots of people dont have symptoms, but they are still spreading the virus to others. Against that backdrop, President Trump admitted yesterday that things will probably get worse before they get better.
The Santa Cruz Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, awarded a total of $90,500 in grants this year. Funding was distributed among 20 local and
ABRAZOS to Jennifer St. John, who has proven to be highly caring, compassionate, empathetic, competent and an example of inclusive leadership. She will be retiring as Santa Cruz County manager