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Heroes among us: Lessons learned after a year of teaching during a pandemic
One year after the pandemic took hold in our region, WQAD is honoring the heroes who ve gotten us through it. A Pleasant Valley teacher reflects on her experience. Author: Shelby Kluver (WQAD) Updated: 10:27 PM CST March 9, 2021
BETTENDORF, Iowa Pleasant Valley fourth graders at Hopewell Elementary are almost headed off to spring break - nearly a year after they never quite returned from the same holiday.
For their teacher, Abby Meuser, this time of year, and the anniversary that now will forever come with it, is surreal.
In honor of one year since the pandemic began, WQAD is highlighting the essential workers that have gotten us through the past several months. The heroes among us, who continued to bravely do their job, despite all of the challenges and dangers of dealing with Covid-19.
Annual Dave Fleetwood Memorial Trail Run/Walk to include COVID-friendly virtual option
STAFF REPORTS
The West End Park and Open Space Commission has announced its annual Dave Fleetwood Memorial Trail Run/Walk, with a COVID-friendly option.
In addition to a traditional run/walk held May 30, the Dave Fleetwood Memorial can also be completed virtually for those who would rather tackle the event on their own.
Now, you can run or walk as much of the course as you prefer by May 30. The course in Regional Park will be marked throughout the month. When you complete the course, email bkozen@weposc.org with your result.
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